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Dietary supplement

L-Ornithine Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbadiet

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

L-Ornithine is a dietary supplement by Herbadiet 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 Herbadiet

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 (a building block your body uses to make protein). The capsule shell itself is made from vegetable cellulose, an inactive ingredient.

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
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: natural sleep aid, energy, athletic endurance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Insomnia, Wound healing, muscle recovery, fatigue, stress.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Ornithine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Ornithine is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Insomnia, Wound healing.

The evidence for L-Ornithine is mixed. It's rated possibly effective for athletic performance — meaning there's some supporting evidence, but it's not conclusive.

For dry skin, insomnia, and periodontitis (gum disease), the evidence is rated insufficient — we simply don't have enough reliable data yet to say whether it works for those uses.

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 when used short-term, but we don't have solid long-term safety data. For pregnancy, the safety data is not robust enough — the evidence advises against use.

The same goes for breastfeeding. If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this.

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 for the ingredients we could check in this product.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

L-Ornithine might be worth considering if you're an athlete looking for a supplement backed by some research, but the evidence isn't strong. If you're taking it for other reasons — dry skin, sleep, or gum health — the evidence just isn't there yet.

Pregnant people, those planning pregnancy, and those breastfeeding should skip it. Run your full medication list by your pharmacist before you start, and let them know if you have any questions about whether it's right for you.

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 Nov 19, 2021.

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 Herbadiet
Barcode (UPC) 880782989478
Net contents 60 V-Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 19, 2021
DSLD ID 257745
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for L-Ornithine by Herbadiet, 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:
3 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
20
UPC/BARCODE
880782989478
IngredientAmount% DV
L-Ornithine Hydrochloride1500 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Shell

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Label statements
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Formula

Herbadiet L-Ornithine is a scientifically formulated premium supplement optimized for achieving faster results. This powerful amino acid plays a central role in urea cycle. Encapsulating this goodness in our quick release, easy to swallow vegan capsules, guarantees you a premium quality nutritional supplement.

Formulation

Natural sleep aid Boosts energy Improves athletic endurance

Natural color variation may occur in this product

100% pure Healthy protein metabolism

Lab tested

Non-GMO

Free Of preservatives, binders, gluten, artificial ingredients, dairy, soy, wheat, yeast

Every batch 3rd party lab tested

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Do not use if seal under the cap is broken or missing. Dietary supplement shouldn't be used as a substitute for a varied diet

Caution: If you are pregnant, breast feeding, or taking medications, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Not for medicinal use

Storage

Store in cool, dry place

Seals/Symbols

fssai Lic. No.: 20817018000147 Vcaps Plus GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Quality Product

General Statements

1% for the planet

License Number: 10018064001315

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for Use: Take 3 capsules twice a day, with juice or water on an empty stomach or as directed by your physician.

See for yourself

L-Ornithine by Herbadiet label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in L-Ornithine by Herbadiet

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 container20 Amounts shown are per serving.

L-Ornithine Hydrochloride

No known
interactions
1500 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: Vegetable Cellulose Shell. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

L-Ornithine by Herbadiet 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.

Herbadiet

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Name
Arkure Health Care
City
Haryana
State
India
Web Address
www.herbadiet.in
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

L-Ornithine by Herbadiet: Common Questions

Does L-Ornithine by Herbadiet 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 use long-term?
The evidence shows it's generally well tolerated in the short term, but we don't have enough data on its long-term safety profile. If you're thinking about taking it regularly for months, talk with your pharmacist first about what we know and don't know.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know it's safe. Talk with your doctor about what might be a better choice for you right now.
Does this actually help with athletic performance?
The evidence suggests it possibly helps, which means there's some research backing it but it's not definitive. If you're considering it for that reason, it's worth discussing with your coach, trainer, or doctor to see if it makes sense for your goals.
I've heard L-Ornithine helps with sleep and dry skin. Is that true?
The evidence for both of those uses is rated insufficient — meaning we don't have enough reliable research yet to say whether it works. It might help, but we can't say for sure.
What exactly is L-Ornithine?
It's an amino acid, which is one of the building blocks your body uses to make protein. Your body produces some naturally, and this supplement gives you extra.

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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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