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Dietary supplement

L-Ornithine Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Earthborn Elements

Capsule Category: Amino Acid/protein
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

L-Ornithine is a dietary supplement by Earthborn Elements with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for athletic performance and recovery, reducing fatigue, sleep and stress support.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 L-Ornithine by Earthborn Elements

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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-Ornithine Hydrochloride, an amino acid. The capsule itself is made from gelatin.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Ornithine's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Ornithine for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Athletic performance — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for L-Ornithine is mixed depending on what you're taking it for. It's possibly effective for athletic performance — that's the strongest evidence we have.

For dry skin, insomnia, and periodontitis (gum disease), the evidence isn't established enough to make a reliable claim either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Ornithine

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

L-Ornithine is generally well tolerated in the short term, but we don't have much data on long-term safety, so that's something to keep in mind if you're thinking about taking it for months. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety data — talk with your pharmacist or doctor before using it.

The same goes for breastfeeding — the safety information just isn't there.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Ornithine

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for L-Ornithine with any medications.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

If you're interested in L-Ornithine for athletic performance, it may be worth a try, though results vary. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or plan to take this long-term, check with your pharmacist first.

No drug interactions are documented, but always run your exact medications through the checker to be sure.

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 Sep 25, 2024.

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 L-Ornithine, straight from the product label.

Brand Earthborn Elements
Net contents 200 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2024
DSLD ID 319615
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for L-Ornithine by Earthborn Elements, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
200
IngredientAmount% DV
L-Ornithine Hydrochloride425 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule 1 to 3 times daily, preferably with meals. Take with at least 8 oz of liquid.

Precautions

If pregnant, nursing, or taking medications, consult your physician.

General Statements

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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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L-Ornithine by Earthborn Elements label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in L-Ornithine by Earthborn Elements

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container200 Amounts shown are per serving.

L-Ornithine Hydrochloride

No known
interactions
425 mg per serving

Ornithine is a non-essential amino acid your body makes naturally as part of the urea cycle, which helps remove ammonia. It is sold as a supplement fo...

L-Ornithine Hydrochloride monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

L-Ornithine by Earthborn Elements Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in L-Ornithine. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for L-Ornithine, from the product label.

Earthborn Elements

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Name
Earthborn Elements
Street Address
9450 SW Gemini Dr #49936
City
Beaverton
State
Oregon
ZipCode
97008
Web Address
Earthbornelements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

L-Ornithine by Earthborn Elements: Common Questions

Does L-Ornithine by Earthborn Elements interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in L-Ornithine. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
L-Ornithine 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.
Is L-Ornithine safe to take long-term?
It's generally well tolerated short-term, but we don't have good safety data for long-term use. If you're thinking about taking it for several months or longer, talk with your pharmacist about what we do and don't know.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
There isn't enough safety data to know either way. It's best to avoid it during pregnancy and talk with your pharmacist or doctor for personalized advice.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data to know either way. The same goes for breastfeeding — check with your pharmacist or doctor first.
What is L-Ornithine used for?
It's possibly effective for athletic performance. For dry skin, insomnia, and gum disease, the evidence isn't strong enough yet to say whether it helps.
What are the side effects?
We don't have side-effect data on file for L-Ornithine, which suggests it's generally tolerated well — but if you have any unusual symptoms after taking it, let your pharmacist know.

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L-Ornithine label
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The Full Monographs Behind L-Ornithine’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

L-Ornithine'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 1 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.

Ornithine 1 reference
  1. Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements Source

See these in context on the Ornithine monograph →

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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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