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Glutamine Micronized Unflavored Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Dymatize

Glutamine Micronized Unflavored label
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Powder Category: Amino Acid/protein
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Glutamine Micronized Unflavored 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Glutamine Micronized Unflavored is a dietary supplement by Dymatize with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for muscle recovery and sports performance, gut health and 'leaky gut', recovery from severe illness or injury.Based on those ingredients, 50 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are L-Glutamine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Glutamine Micronized Unflavored by Dymatize

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.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: L-glutamine, an amino acid your body makes naturally. There are no inactive ingredients listed — you're getting pure glutamine powder.

Glutamine plays a role in muscle recovery, immune function, and gut health, which is why it's popular with athletes and people recovering from surgery or serious illness. In this micronized form, the particles are finely milled for easier mixing and absorption.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: muscle support and athletic performance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Exercise-induced muscle damage, Postoperative recovery, Wound healing, Critical illness (trauma), Burns — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Glutamine is rated "Possibly Effective" for HIV/AIDS-related wasting (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Glutamine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Critical illness (trauma), Postoperative recovery.
  • Also on file: Glutamine is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Athletic performance, Burns, Muscular dystrophy.

The evidence supports L-glutamine as effective for sickle cell disease. It's rated possibly effective for HIV/AIDS-related wasting, recovery after surgery, and critical illness from trauma.

The data we hold doesn't establish effectiveness for other uses, so if you're considering it for something else, that's a conversation to have with your doctor.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Glutamine

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Glutamine is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are mild digestive ones — belching, bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain — especially at higher doses.

Headache and musculoskeletal pain have also been reported. A couple of cases of mood changes (mania or hypomania) appeared in people with bipolar disorder, so that's worth flagging if that applies to you.

If you have kidney or liver disease, you should only use this under medical supervision. The safety data during pregnancy is rated Likely Safe, but during breastfeeding, there isn't enough reliable information — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before supplementing if you're nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Glutamine

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Glutamine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: seizure medications.
  • For scale: 50 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you take anticonvulsant medications (drugs to prevent seizures), check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product. The interaction is theoretical but documented in our data, and your seizure control could be affected.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a straightforward, single-ingredient supplement that works well for specific conditions like sickle cell disease and may help with HIV-related wasting or post-surgical recovery. If you take anticonvulsant medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

For most people, digestive side effects are mild, but kidney or liver problems warrant medical supervision. Run your exact medications through the tool on this page before you start.

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 Feb 23, 2018.

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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Glutamine Micronized Unflavored, straight from the product label.

Brand Dymatize
Barcode (UPC) 705016210008
Net contents 35.27 oz.; 2.2 lb; 1 kg
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 23, 2018
DSLD ID 83017
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Glutamine Micronized Unflavored by Dymatize, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1.75 tsp
Maximum serving Sizes:
1.75 tsp
Servings per container
217
UPC/BARCODE
705016210008
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories20 Calorie(s)--
L-Glutamine4.5 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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Informed-Choice.org Trusted by sport

General Statements

Informed-Choice is a quality assurance program that certifies that all nutritional supplements and/or ingredients have been tested for banned substances by the world class sports anti-doping lab, LGC.

Fast absorbing Muscle support

L-Glutamine is one of the most abundant amino acids found in the body and provides daily muscle support.

Sold by weight not volume

217 servings

Produced in the USA with international ingredients.

Formula

Dymatize Glutamine Micronized provides 4.5g of L-Glutamine per serving

Known for quality and proven performance, Dymatize Glutamine is the choice of serious athletes and trainers worldwide who need to perform at their best.

Glutamine 4.5g

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Dymatize Glutamine is unflavored and mixes easily so that it can be added to flavored beverages, shakes or other recipes.

Directions: Add 1 3/4 tsp. daily to cold water or your favorite beverage.

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.

Brand IP Statement(s)

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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formulation

Banned substance tested + Gluten free/No dyes

Precautions

Do not use if pregnant or lactating.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Consult a physician prior to use if you have any medical condition. Use only as directed.

Storage

Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place.

General

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Glutamine Micronized Unflavored by Dymatize label

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Glutamine Micronized Unflavored label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Glutamine Micronized Unflavored by Dymatize

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1.75 tsp Dosage formPowder Servings per container217 Amounts shown are per serving.

L-Glutamine

Interacts with
50 drugs
4.5 Gram(s) per serving

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body and is usually made in your muscles. A prescription form is FDA-approved to help reduce sickle c...

L-Glutamine monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Glutamine Micronized Unflavored by Dymatize Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

L-Glutamine 50

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Glutamine Micronized Unflavored interact with 50 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Glutamine Micronized Unflavored interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. L-Glutamine

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Glutamine Micronized Unflavored with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

L-Glutamine1 drug type · 50 drugs

Anticonvulsants

Theoretically, glutamine might antagonize the effects of anticonvulsant medications.
Glutamine is metabolized to the excitatory neurotransmitter glutamate. Glutamate might have antagonistic effects with anticonvulsant drugs. However, this interaction has not yet been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
L-Glutamine full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Glutamine Micronized Unflavored, from the product label.

Dymatize

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Name
Dymatize Enterprises, LLC
City
Dallas
State
TX
ZipCode
75207
Phone Number
(888) 334-5326
Web Address
Dymatize.com
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Glutamine Micronized Unflavored by Dymatize: Common Questions

Does Glutamine Micronized Unflavored by Dymatize interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Glutamine Micronized Unflavored has a known interaction with 50 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Glutamine Micronized Unflavored contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
During pregnancy, glutamine is rated Likely Safe. While breastfeeding, there isn't enough reliable safety data — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before supplementing.
What side effects should I expect?
Most people experience mild digestive symptoms like bloating, gas, diarrhea, or nausea, especially at higher doses. Headache and muscle pain have also been reported. If these happen, reducing your dose often helps.
Is this effective for muscle building or athletic recovery?
The evidence we hold shows glutamine is effective for sickle cell disease and possibly effective for recovery after surgery. We don't have data on athletic performance, so that's something to discuss with your doctor.
Can I take this if I have kidney or liver disease?
You should only use glutamine under medical supervision if you have kidney or liver disease. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Does this product contain any fillers or other ingredients?
No — this is pure L-glutamine powder with no inactive ingredients listed, so you're getting the amino acid on its own.

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The Full Monographs Behind Glutamine Micronized Unflavored’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Glutamine

Interacts with 50 drugs

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body and is usually made in your muscles. A prescription form is FDA-approved to help reduce sickle cell disease complications, but for most...

Read the full Glutamine monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Glutamine Micronized Unflavored'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.

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 11 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.

Glutamine 11 references
  1. Miller AL. Therapeutic considerations of L-glutamine: a review of the literature. Altern Med Rev 1999;4:239-48..
  2. Bozzetti F, Biganzoli L, Gavazzi C, et al. Glutamine supplementation in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy: a double-blind randomized study. Nutrition 1997;13:748-51.. PubMed
  3. Mebane AH. L-Glutamine and mania. Am J Psychiatry 984;141:1302-3.
  4. Meldrum BS. Glutamate as a neurotransmitter in the brain: review of physiology and pathology. J Nutr 2000;130:1007S-15S.. PubMed
  5. Garlick PJ. Assessment of the safety of glutamine and other amino acids. J Nutr 2001;131:2556S-61S.. PubMed
  6. Chapman AG. Glutamate and epilepsy. J Nutr 2000;130:1043S-5S.. PubMed
  7. Ziegler TR. Glutamine supplementation in cancer patients receiving bone marrow transplantation and high dose chemotherapy. J Nutr 2001;131:2578S-84S.. PubMed
  8. Laviano A, Molfino A, Lacaria MT, Canelli A, De Leo S, Preziosa I, Rossi Fanelli F. Glutamine supplementation favors weight loss in nondieting obese female patients. A pilot study. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2014 Nov;68(11):1264-6. PubMed
  9. Endari (l-glutamine) [package insert]. Torrance, CA: Emmaus Medical,Inc; 2017.
  10. Niihara Y, Miller ST, Kanter J, et al. A Phase 3 Trial of l-Glutamine in Sickle Cell Disease. N Engl J Med 2018;379(3):226-35. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1715971.
  11. Ogden HB, Child RB, Fallowfield JL, et al. Gastrointestinal Tolerance of Low, Medium and High Dose Acute Oral l-Glutamine Supplementation in Healthy Adults: A Pilot Study. Nutrients. 2020;12(10):2953. 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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