NMN +BioPerine Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking NMN +BioPerine 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
NMN +BioPerine is a dietary supplement by Approved Science with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for flavoring and culinary use, digestive complaints like bloating and indigestion, boosting absorption of other supplements.Based on those ingredients, 1,019 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are BioPerine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of NMN +BioPerine by Approved Science
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
This supplement contains 2 active ingredients. BioPerine is a black pepper extract — it's included because it may help your body absorb other nutrients better.
Beta-nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is a molecule your cells use naturally. The product also contains inactive ingredients: rice flour, cellulose, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide — these are fillers and binders that hold the capsule together.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for what these ingredients do is limited. For BioPerine specifically, the data we hold rates it as having insufficient reliable evidence for hay fever, asthma, athletic performance, headache, depression, and diarrhea.
We don't hold effectiveness information for beta-nicotinamide mononucleotide in our system, so we can't speak to what research shows about its benefits.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
BioPerine appears generally well tolerated when used in food-level amounts or as a single dose supplement. The most common side effects are a burning aftertaste, indigestion (dyspepsia), and a change in taste perception.
Cough has been reported when inhaled. Allergic reactions are rare but can happen in people sensitive to black pepper — one case report in a toddler included hives, facial swelling, and severe cough after eating a sauce containing black pepper and cayenne.
The safety notes emphasize caution with concentrated piperine supplements without medical guidance, since food amounts differ from supplement strength. We have no pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data on file for either ingredient.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take NMN + BioPerine, double-check with us if you're on seizure medications (phenytoin), heart or blood-pressure drugs (propranolol), HIV medications (nevirapine), tuberculosis drugs (rifampin), cholesterol pills (atorvastatin), anti-rejection drugs (cyclosporine), sleeping pills (pentobarbital), or asthma/breathing medications (theophylline). We could not check beta-nicotinamide mononucleotide for interactions with any medications.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you're on any prescription medication — especially for seizures, heart rhythm, blood pressure, infection, cholesterol, or asthma — you need to check this product against your exact drugs first. The black pepper extract here can significantly raise blood levels of many medications.
If you take no regular medications and want to try it, talk to your pharmacist about the right dose for you.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 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
General information
Key facts about NMN +BioPerine, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Approved Science |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | X0032LMFET |
| Net contents | 60 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 22, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 319801 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for NMN +BioPerine by Approved Science, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| BioPerine | 10 mg | -- |
| Beta-Nicotinamide Mononucleotide | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take two capsules daily, (one in the morning and one in the afternoon), before meals with an 8 oz. glass of water.
Precautions
Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
Pregnant women or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition, should consult with a physician before taking this or any other dietary supplement.
Pregnant women or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition, should consult with a physician before taking this or any other dietary supplement. Keep out of reach of children.
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.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
Formulation
Manufactured in the USA according to current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and conforms to the tested ingredient grade, strength and purity of industry Quality Standards.
Vegan friendly
Made with GMO free ingredients
Premium grade High potency Safe Fast Natural formula Optimal strength GMP Certified
100% vegan friendly
Seals/Symbols
Vegan friendly Made in USA No animal testing GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Quality Product
Formula
Beta-nicotinamide Mononucleotide NMN +BioPerine with 500mg NMN & BioPerine
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Brand IP Statement(s)
BioPerine Patented Bioavailability Enhancer
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NMN +BioPerine by Approved Science label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in NMN +BioPerine by Approved Science
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
BioPerine
Interacts with1,019 drugs
Black pepper is a common kitchen spice that is generally safe in the amounts used in food. Its extract, piperine, is mostly added to supplements to he...
BioPerine monograph & interactionsBeta-Nicotinamide Mononucleotide
Other (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
NMN +BioPerine by Approved Science Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
NMN + BioPerine by Approved Science contains BioPerine (black pepper extract) and beta-nicotinamide mononucleotide.
BioPerine has documented interactions with over 1,000 medications. The most serious concern is with seizure medications like phenytoin (Dilantin) — black pepper can roughly double the blood level of phenytoin, which raises the risk of toxicity and overdose effects.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
BioPerine also interacts with heart and blood-pressure medications (propranolol), HIV drugs (nevirapine), tuberculosis treatment (rifampin), cholesterol medications (atorvastatin), anti-rejection drugs (cyclosporine), sedatives (pentobarbital), and asthma/breathing medications (theophylline). All of these interactions are rated Moderate severity; the underlying mechanism is the same — black pepper slows how your body clears these drugs or increases how much you absorb, raising their levels in your blood.
We couldn't check beta-nicotinamide mononucleotide for interactions because we hold no data on it. Altogether, these interactions span 1,005 individual medications.
Before you start this product, run your exact medications through the checker on this page — especially if you take any prescription drug for seizures, heart rhythm, blood pressure, infection, cholesterol, or breathing.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in NMN +BioPerine interact with 1,019 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 2 ingredients in NMN +BioPerine interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. BioPerine
AlmotriptanAlmogran, Axert
How Almotriptan interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Almotriptan interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Antidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Bioperine + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineAntidiabetes Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Bioperine + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAlpelisibPiqray
How Alpelisib interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Alpelisib interactionAlprazolamNiravam, Xanax
How Alprazolam interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Alprazolam interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Bioperine + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Bioperine + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Bioperine + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAlvimopanEntereg
How Alvimopan interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Bioperine + Alvimopan interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Bioperine + Ambrisentan interactionAmiodaroneCordarone, Pacerone
How Amiodarone interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Amiodarone interactionAmitriptylineElavil
How Amitriptyline interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Amitriptyline interactionAmitriptyline, ChlordiazepoxideLimbitrol DS
How Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Bioperine + Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interactionAmitriptyline, PerphenazineEtrafon, Etrafon-A, Etrafon-Forte, Triavil
How Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Bioperine + Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmlodipine, CelecoxibConsensi
How Amlodipine, Celecoxib interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionAmoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, RifabutinTalicia
How Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineAmoxicillin (amoxil, Trimox), Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the effects and side effects of amoxicillin.
Read the full Bioperine + Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interactionAmphetamineAdensys XR-ODT, Adzenys ER, Dyanavel XR, Mydayis
How Amphetamine interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Bioperine + Amphetamine interactionAmphetamine Aspartate, Amphetamine Sulfate, Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Dextroamphetamine SulfateAdderall, Adderall XR
How Amphetamine Aspartate, Amphetamine Sulfate, Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Bioperine + Amphetamine Aspartate, Amphetamine Sulfate, Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate interactionAmphetamine SulfateBenzedrine, Evekeo ODT
How Amphetamine Sulfate interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Bioperine + Amphetamine Sulfate interactionAmphotericin, TetracyclineMysteclin-F
How Amphotericin, Tetracycline interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
Read the full Bioperine + Amphotericin, Tetracycline interactionAmprenavirAgenerase
How Amprenavir interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, P-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Bioperine + Amprenavir interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Bioperine + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Bioperine + Anagrelide interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with NMN +BioPerine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BioperineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Bioperine + Anisindione interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in NMN +BioPerine 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.
BioPerine
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
In vitro research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to inhibit platelet aggregation. This has not been reported in humans.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, can reduce blood glucose levels. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.
Atorvastatin (Lipitor)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase blood levels of atorvastatin.
Animal research shows that taking piperine, a constituent of black pepper, 35 mg/kg can increase the maximum serum concentration of atorvastatin three-fold. This has not been reported in humans.
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the effects and side effects of cyclosporine.
In vitro research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, increases the bioavailability of cyclosporine. This has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
In vitro research suggests that some constituents of black pepper inhibit CYP2D6. This has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research and pharmacokinetic simulation data suggest that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, as well as the pepper fruit seem to inhibit CYP3A4. This has not been reported in humans.
Lithium
Theoretically, black pepper might increase blood levels of lithium due to its diuretic effects. The dose of lithium might need to be reduced.
Black pepper is thought to have diuretic properties.
Nevirapine (Viramune)
Black pepper might increase blood levels of nevirapine.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, increases the plasma concentration of nevirapine. However, no adverse effects were observed in this study.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to inhibit P-glycoprotein.
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the sedative effects of pentobarbital.
Animal research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, increases pentobarbital-induced sleeping time.
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Black pepper might increase blood levels of phenytoin.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to increase absorption, slow elimination, and increase levels of phenytoin. Taking a single dose of black pepper 1 gram along with phenytoin seems to double the serum concentration of phenytoin. Consuming a soup with black pepper providing piperine 44 mg/200 mL of soup along with phenytoin also seems to increase phenytoin levels when compared with consuming the same soup without black pepper.
Propranolol (Inderal)
Black pepper might increase blood levels of propranolol.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to increase absorption and slow elimination of propranolol.
Rifampin (Rifadin)
Black pepper might increase blood levels of rifampin.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to increase absorption and serum levels of rifampin.
Theophylline
Black pepper might increase blood levels of theophylline.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to increase absorption and slow elimination of theophylline.
Amoxicillin (Amoxil, Trimox)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the effects and side effects of amoxicillin.
Animal research shows that taking piperine, a constituent of black pepper, with amoxicillin increases plasma levels of amoxicillin. This has not been reported in humans.
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase blood levels of carbamazepine, potentially increasing the effects and side effects of carbamazepine.
One clinical study in patients taking carbamazepine 300 mg or 500 mg twice daily shows that taking a single 20 mg dose of purified piperine, a constituent of black pepper, increases carbamazepine levels. Piperine may increase carbamazepine absorption by increasing blood flow to the GI tract, increasing the surface area of the small intestine, or inhibiting cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) in the gut wall. Absorption was significantly increased by 7-10 mcg/mL/hour. The time to eliminate carbamazepine was also increased by 4-8 hours. Although carbamazepine levels were increased, this did not appear to increase side effects. In vitro research also shows that piperine can increase carbamazepine levels by 11% in a time-dependent manner.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
In vitro research suggests that black pepper induces CYP1A2. This has not been reported in humans.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for NMN +BioPerine, from the product label.
Approved Science
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- Approved Science
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- New York
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 10003
- Phone Number
- 888-307-4790
- Web Address
- www.approvedscience.com
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The Full Monographs Behind NMN +BioPerine’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
NMN +BioPerine'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.
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The 29 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.
Black Pepper 29 references
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
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