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Dietary supplement

PEA Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Harvest Naturals

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

PEA 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 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 powder contains one active ingredient: palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), a naturally occurring fatty acid compound. The product has no inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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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 discomfort relief.
  • We looked for evidence on: Chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS), Complex regional pain syndrome, Diabetic neuropathy, Dysmenorrhea, Endometriosis, Fibromyalgia — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Palmitoylethanolamide (pea) is rated "Possibly Effective" for Osteoarthritis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Palmitoylethanolamide (pea) is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Migraine headache, Diabetic neuropathy, Fibromyalgia, Interstitial cystitis, and more.

PEA is possibly effective for osteoarthritis. For spinal cord injury, the evidence suggests it is possibly ineffective.

For cannabis use disorder, autism spectrum disorder, carpal tunnel syndrome, and migraine headache, there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works.

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. The most common side effect when taken by mouth is nausea, which has been reported rarely and is mild and brief.

When applied topically as a lotion twice daily, a small number of patients with dry skin experienced worsening itching, stinging, scaling, or reddening — but these occurred no more often than with the vehicle (lotion base) alone. There is not enough safety information to use PEA during pregnancy or while breastfeeding — the safety data advises against it.

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 in our data for the ingredients we could check.

The bottom line

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

If you have osteoarthritis and want to try a supplement with some evidence behind it, PEA is worth discussing with your doctor or pharmacist. Pregnant or breastfeeding people should avoid it.

If nausea or any skin irritation develops, stop and let your pharmacist know.

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 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about PEA, straight from the product label.

Brand Harvest Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 810039266236
Net contents 125 Gram(s); 4.4 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2024
DSLD ID 321623
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for PEA 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:
400 Milligram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
400 Milligram(s)
Servings per container
312
UPC/BARCODE
810039266236
IngredientAmount% DV
Palmitoylethanolamide400 mg--

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 heaping scoop (~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.

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 medication(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 medication(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 and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Formulation

Natural discomfort relief

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Palmitoylethanolamide

See for yourself

PEA by Harvest Naturals label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in PEA by Harvest Naturals

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

Serving size400 Milligram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container312 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
Interaction report

PEA by Harvest Naturals Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in PEA. 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, 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 by Harvest Naturals: Common Questions

Does PEA by Harvest Naturals interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in PEA. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
PEA 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.
Does PEA actually work for arthritis?
The evidence suggests it's possibly effective for osteoarthritis. That's not a guarantee it'll help you, but there is some research behind it. Your pharmacist can help you figure out if it's worth trying alongside your other treatments.
What's the most common side effect?
Nausea, though it's been reported only rarely and tends to be mild and go away on its own. Some people applying a PEA lotion to dry skin noticed itching, stinging, or redness, but it happened about as often as with plain lotion.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information, so the data advises against it. Talk with your doctor or midwife before using PEA if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding — they can give you personalized advice.
How long have people been using PEA safely?
It's generally well tolerated in studies, but long-term safety data are limited. That means we don't have a lot of information on what happens with very long-term use, so it's something to keep in mind and discuss with your pharmacist.

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Sources & How We Checked

PEA'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.

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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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