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Dietary supplement

PEA 400 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Harvest Naturals

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

PEA 400 mg is a dietary supplement by Harvest Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for chronic pain, nerve (neuropathic) pain, inflammation.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 PEA 400 mg by Harvest 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.

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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: palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), a naturally occurring compound your body makes. The capsule also holds rice flour and cellulose as inactive ingredients.

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 Palmitoylethanolamide (pea)'s overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Palmitoylethanolamide (pea) 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: Osteoarthritis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

PEA is possibly effective for osteoarthritis. For other conditions — spinal cord injury, cannabis use disorder, autism spectrum disorder, carpal tunnel syndrome, and migraine headache — the evidence is either insufficient to draw a conclusion or suggests it may not work.

The data we have doesn't establish whether PEA helps with those latter conditions.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Palmitoylethanolamide (pea)

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.

PEA is generally well tolerated in studies, though long-term safety data are limited. When taken by mouth, nausea is the most commonly reported side effect — mild and temporary.

Topical preparations have caused itching, stinging, scaling, or redness in some people with dry skin, but not more often than the vehicle (lotion base) alone. Because safety information during pregnancy and breastfeeding is insufficient, avoid use during both periods.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Palmitoylethanolamide (pea)

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 palmitoylethanolamide in our data. You're clear from a drug-interaction standpoint with this ingredient.

The bottom line

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

If you have osteoarthritis and want to explore a supplement with some evidence behind it, PEA may be worth discussing with your doctor or pharmacist. It doesn't interact with medications we know of, and most people tolerate it well.

However, skip it if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, and be aware long-term safety hasn't been fully established.

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 Jan 23, 2025.

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 PEA 400 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Harvest Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 810039263532
Net contents 180 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2025
DSLD ID 321625
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for PEA 400 mg by Harvest 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
180
UPC/BARCODE
810039263532
IngredientAmount% DV
Palmitoylethanolamide400 mg--

Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Cellulose

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule (~400 mg). Taken once daily, or as directed by a qualified health professional.

Storage

Storage: Store in a cool and dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight and heat.

Formulation

Allergens: This product contains no soy, dairy & byproducts, eggs, fish, shellfish, wheat, gluten, tree nuts, or sesame seeds.

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of the reach of children. Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medications(s).

Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medications(s).

Always consult with a qualified health physician before taking any new dietary supplement.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

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Formula

Palmitoylethanolamide 400mg

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PEA 400 mg by Harvest Naturals label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in PEA 400 mg by Harvest Naturals

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 container180 Amounts shown are per serving.

Palmitoylethanolamide

No known
interactions
400 mg per serving

Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) is a fat-like molecule made naturally in the body and studied mainly for pain and inflammation. Some research suggests it...

Palmitoylethanolamide monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

PEA 400 mg by Harvest Naturals Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in PEA 400 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 PEA 400 mg, from the product label.

Harvest Naturals

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Name
Supplement Partners, LLC
Street Address
1607 W. Whispering Wind Dr.
City
Phoenix
State
AZ
ZipCode
85085
Web Address
www.HRsupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

PEA 400 mg by Harvest Naturals: Common Questions

Does PEA 400 mg by Harvest Naturals interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in PEA 400 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
PEA 400 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 PEA safe to take long-term?
PEA appears well tolerated in studies, but long-term safety data are limited. If you're thinking of taking it regularly beyond a few months, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what's known and unknown.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — there isn't enough safety information for either pregnancy or breastfeeding, so avoid it during both. Talk with your doctor if you're thinking about supplements during these periods.
What's the most common side effect?
Nausea is the side effect most often reported when PEA is taken by mouth, though it's usually mild and temporary.
Does PEA actually work for arthritis?
PEA is possibly effective for osteoarthritis based on the evidence we have. That means there's some promising data, but it's not definitive — results vary from person to person.
What exactly is palmitoylethanolamide?
It's a compound your own body naturally produces. In supplement form, PEA is thought to help reduce discomfort and support normal inflammatory responses.

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Sources & How We Checked

PEA 400 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 4 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.

Palmitoylethanolamide (pea) 4 references
  1. Indraccolo U, Barbieri F. Effect of palmitoylethanolamide-polydatin combination on chronic pelvic pain associated with endometriosis: preliminary observations. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2010 May;150(1):76-9. PubMed
  2. Murina F, Graziottin A, Felice R, Radici G, Tognocchi C. Vestibulodynia: synergy between palmitoylethanolamide + transpolydatin and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation. J Low Genit Tract Dis. 2013 Apr;17(2):111-6.
  3. Papetti L, Sforza G, Tullo G, et al. Tolerability of palmitoylethanolamide in a pediatric population suffering from migraine: A pilot study. Pain Res Manag 2020;2020:3938640. PubMed
  4. Visse K, Blome C, Phan NQ, Augustin M, Ständer S. Efficacy of body lotion containing N-palmitoylethanolamine in subjects with chronic pruritus due to dry skin: A dermatocosmetic study. Acta Derm Venereol. 2017;97(5):639-641. PubMed

See these in context on the Palmitoylethanolamide (pea) 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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