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Dietary supplement

NADH 5 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Source Naturals

Tablet Or Pill Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

NADH 5 mg is a dietary supplement by Source Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for chronic fatigue syndrome, low energy and tiredness, athletic performance.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 NADH 5 mg by Source Naturals

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: NADH, a coenzyme form of vitamin B3 that plays a role in cellular energy production. The tablet also includes several inactive ingredients — D-mannitol, sodium bicarbonate, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, sodium ascorbate, and sodium alginate — which are fillers and binders that help hold the tablet together.

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: energy and mental alertness.
  • We looked for evidence on: Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Athletic performance, Jet lag, Cognitive function, low energy, fatigue — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Nadh is rated "Possibly Effective" for Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Nadh is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance, Cognitive function, Jet lag.

NADH is possibly effective for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) based on available evidence. For Parkinson disease, dementia, and alcohol-related liver disease, the evidence we hold is insufficient to say whether it works or doesn't — there just isn't enough reliable data yet.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Nadh

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.

NADH is generally well tolerated when taken short-term, but we don't have much long-term safety data, so what happens over months or years isn't well established. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough information to know it's safe in those situations, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing before starting this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Nadh

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 NADH. Still, confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before starting — they know your full medication list and can catch anything we might have missed.

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.

This product may be worth considering if you're dealing with chronic fatigue syndrome and want to explore possibly effective options. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking prescription medications, check with your own doctor or pharmacist first.

Because long-term safety data is limited, clarify with them how long you're planning to take it and whether it fits your situation.

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 26, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about NADH 5 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Source Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 021078018476
Net contents 60 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 26, 2020
DSLD ID 214340
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for NADH 5 mg by Source Naturals, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
UPC/BARCODE
021078018476
IngredientAmount% DV
NADH5 mg--

Other ingredients: D-Mannitol, Sodium Bicarbonate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Alginate

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formulation

Vital for cellular energy

ENADA Patented formula for energy and mental alertness

Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, corn, soy or wheat. Contains no sugar, starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

NADH is a coenzyme of vitamin B-3 that is essential for the production of ATP, the primary energy carrier in our cells. The brain, the nerves, the muscles and the heart require a constant supply of ATP energy in order to function. Source Naturals brings you Enada, a patented, stabilized, absorbable form of NADH available.

Precautions

Note: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding consult your physician before using this product.

Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 1 tablet daily in the morning, on an empty stomach, with water. Wait 30 minutes before eating.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Brand IP Statement(s)

ENADA is a registered trademark of Birkmayer USA.

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.

See for yourself

NADH 5 mg by Source Naturals label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in NADH 5 mg by Source Naturals

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Amounts shown are per serving.

NADH

No known
interactions
5 mg per serving

NADH is the active, electron-carrying form of niacin (vitamin B3) that your body uses to make energy in cells. Some people take it as a supplement for...

NADH monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: D-Mannitol, Sodium Bicarbonate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Alginate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

NADH 5 mg by Source Naturals Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in NADH 5 mg. 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 NADH 5 mg, from the product label.

Source Naturals

Name
Source Naturals, Inc.
Street Address
P. O. Box 2118
City
Santa Cruz
State
CA
ZipCode
95062
Web Address
www.sourcenaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

NADH 5 mg by Source Naturals: Common Questions

Does NADH 5 mg by Source Naturals interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in NADH 5 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
NADH 5 mg 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 NADH safe to take long-term?
NADH is generally well tolerated short-term, but long-term safety data are limited — we don't have solid evidence on what happens over months or years. Talk with your doctor about how long you plan to take it and whether that timeframe makes sense for you.
Can I take NADH if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know it's safe. If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing, discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
What is NADH used for?
NADH is possibly effective for chronic fatigue syndrome. For other uses like Parkinson disease, dementia, and alcohol-related liver disease, we don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether it works.
Does NADH cause side effects?
No adverse effects are documented in our data. That doesn't mean they can't happen — it means we don't have reports of them — so if you notice anything unusual after starting, mention it to your pharmacist or doctor.
Why does this tablet have so many inactive ingredients?
The inactive ingredients are fillers, binders, and flow agents that help the tablet hold its shape and stay stable on the shelf. They don't add therapeutic effect, but they're necessary to make the product work as a tablet.

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The Full Monographs Behind NADH 5 mg’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

NADH 5 mg'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.

Nadh 1 reference
  1. Niacin - Health Professional Fact Sheet — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements Source

See these in context on the Nadh 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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