Genacol Original Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Genacol
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Genacol Original against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Genacol Original is a dietary supplement by Genacol with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin health and wrinkles, joint pain and osteoarthritis, bone health.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Genacol Original by Genacol
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Genacol Original contains one active ingredient: hydrolyzed collagen, also called collagen peptides. This is broken-down collagen protein derived from animal sources, designed to be absorbed and used by your body.
The capsules also contain gelatin and vegetable magnesium stearate as inactive ingredients to hold everything together.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence here is mixed. For aging skin and dry skin, collagen peptides are rated possibly effective — meaning some evidence suggests they may help, but it's not ironclad.
For muscle strength, the rating is possibly ineffective. For acne and athletic performance, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether they work or not.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Collagen peptides are generally well tolerated as a dietary protein. Side effects are rare, but when they do occur, they're mild — nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, or bloating.
Safety data during pregnancy and breastfeeding is limited, so you'll want to check with your doctor before using this product if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the hydrolyzed collagen in this product.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Genacol Original is a straightforward collagen supplement with modest evidence for aging and dry skin. It's generally gentle on the stomach, though a small number of people report mild digestive upset.
If you're pregnant, nursing, or take regular medications, talk to your pharmacist first.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 23, 2020.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Genacol Original, straight from the product label.
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.
Supplement Facts
The label details for Genacol Original by Genacol, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Hydrolyzed Collagen | 1.2 Gram(s) | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Seals/Symbols
Collagen made in USA
Non-GMO Certified
cGMP Certified Current Good Manufacturing Practice
Formula
Genacol's AminoLock Collagen is produced in Sunflower, Mississippi, USA.
Pasture-raised The cattle used to produce our collagen are pasture-raised and grass-fed.
AminoLock Collagen #1 Absorbable form of collagen
Formulation
Non-GMO Our products are non-GMO certified and are free from preservatives and additives.
Gluten-free Our products do not contain any gluten.
Pasture-raised Grass-fed
cGMP certified Our products are made in an FDA regulated plant that is cGMP and HACCP certified.
3 Clinical studies
Original formula
Helps to maintain healthy joints
No artificial ingredients, chemicals, color additives or gluten
General Statements
Sold in 40 Countries Available worldwide Our products are sold in more than 40 countries, making Genacol the #1 collagen brand for joint health in the world!
Made in Canada Questions about our products? We are here to help! Contact our team. 1 888 514-3622 or [email protected]
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended dosage: As a dietary supplement, take 3 capsules once daily at bedtime, or as directed by your health care practitioner.
Precautions
Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.
Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.
Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.
The desiccant pouch should remain in the bottle.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Genacol Original by Genacol label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Genacol Original by Genacol
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size3 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Hydrolyzed Collagen
No knowninteractions
Collagen peptides are a well-absorbed form of protein that may modestly improve skin elasticity and joint comfort for some people, though evidence is...
Hydrolyzed Collagen monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Genacol Original by Genacol Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Genacol Original. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Genacol Original, from the product label.
Genacol
See all Genacol products- Name
- Genacol
- Street Address
- 1229, 38th Ave N #240
- City
- Myrtle Beach
- State
- SC
- ZipCode
- 29577
- Phone Number
- 1 888 514-3622
Genacol Original by Genacol: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.
Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Genacol Original’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Genacol Original's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 2 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Collagen Peptides 2 references
- Trc T, Bohmová J. Efficacy and tolerance of enzymatic hydrolysed collagen (EHC) vs. glucosamine sulphate (GS) in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Int Orthop. 2011;35(3):341-8. PubMed
- Evans M, Lewis ED, Zakaria N, Pelipyagina T, Guthrie N. A randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel study to evaluate the efficacy of a freshwater marine collagen on skin wrinkles and elasticity. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2021;20(3):825-834. PubMed
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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.
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