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Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by GNC

Softgel Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg is a dietary supplement by GNC with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and cognitive support, age-related cognitive decline, attention and focus (adhd).Based on those ingredients, 219 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Phosphatidylserine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg by GNC

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: phosphatidylserine, a 100 mg per softgel. Phosphatidylserine is a fat-like substance naturally found in your body that plays a role in cell structure and function.

The softgel also contains inactive ingredients — soy lecithin, gelatin, glycerin, annatto color, titanium dioxide, and sunflower oil — which help deliver and hold the active ingredient.

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: Supports memory function and nervous system health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Age-related cognitive decline, Cognitive function, Memory loss, Brain health.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Phosphatidylserine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related cognitive decline (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Phosphatidylserine is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cognitive function.

Phosphatidylserine is possibly effective for age-related cognitive decline and Alzheimer disease based on the evidence we hold. For athletic performance, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), cognitive function more broadly, and dementia, the reliable evidence to rate it isn't established in our data.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Phosphatidylserine

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.

Phosphatidylserine is generally well tolerated, though long-term safety hasn't been fully established. The most common side effects reported in studies are flatulence, gastrointestinal upset, headache, insomnia, and nausea.

Insomnia is more likely at higher doses (around 600 mg), and gastrointestinal upset can occur at doses of 200–300 mg per day. There isn't enough safety information for pregnancy, so avoidance is recommended.

Safety while breastfeeding is also unknown, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before use if you're pregnant or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Phosphatidylserine

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Phosphatidylserine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 219 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, double-check with your pharmacist if you take anticholinergic drugs (like diphenhydramine for allergies, or scopolamine for motion sickness) or cholinergic drugs (like donepezil for Alzheimer disease). Phosphatidylserine may theoretically interfere with how these medications work.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Phosphatidyl Serine might help if you're concerned about age-related cognitive decline or Alzheimer disease, though the evidence is preliminary. If you take anticholinergic or cholinergic medications, check with your pharmacist before adding this supplement — it may theoretically affect how those drugs work.

Most people tolerate it well at this 100 mg dose, though some experience mild digestive upset or headache. Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure 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 Oct 25, 2018.

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 Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand GNC
Barcode (UPC) 048107188962
Net contents 30 Softgel Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 25, 2018
DSLD ID 182302
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
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 Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg by GNC, 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 Softgel Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Softgel Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
048107188962
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories5 Calorie(s)--
Total Fat0.5 Gram(s)1%
Phosphatidylserine100 mg--

Other ingredients: Soy Lecithin, Gelatin, Glycerin, Annatto color, Titanium Dioxide, Sunflower Oil

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Label statements
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Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Contains: Soybeans.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

General Statements

Supports memory function Helps maintain nervous system health

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General

CODE 298412 ATG

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one to three softgel capsule daily with water. For maximum support, take as directed every day.

Formula

Contains: Soybeans.

Formulation

No sugar, no starch, no artificial flavors, sodium free, no wheat, gluten free, no corn, no dairy.

Seals/Symbols

Gf Gluten free

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.

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Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg by GNC label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg by GNC

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

Serving size1 Softgel Capsule(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Amounts shown are per serving.

Phosphatidylserine

Interacts with
219 drugs
100 mg per serving

Phosphatidylserine is a natural fat-like compound found in cell membranes, especially in the brain, and it is sold mainly to support memory and thinki...

Phosphatidylserine monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Soy Lecithin, Gelatin, Glycerin, Annatto color, Titanium Dioxide, Sunflower Oil. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg by GNC Drug Interactions

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219Drugs
219 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg 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.

Phosphatidylserine2 drug types · 219 drugs

Anticholinergic Drugs

Theoretically, phosphatidylserine might decrease the effectiveness anticholinergic drugs.
Phosphatidylserine is thought to increase acetylcholine levels, which could theoretically interfere with the activity of anticholinergic agents.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cholinergic Drugs

Theoretically, phosphatidylserine might have additive effects with cholinergic drugs.
Phosphatidylserine is thought to increase acetylcholine levels, which could theoretically lead to additive cholinergic effects when used with cholinergic drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg, from the product label.

GNC

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Name
General Nutrition Corporation
City
Pittsburgh
State
PA
ZipCode
15222
Phone Number
1-888-462-2548
Web Address
gnc.com
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Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg by GNC: Common Questions

Does Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg by GNC interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Phosphatidyl Serine 100 mg has a known interaction with 219 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Phosphatidyl Serine 100 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.
What is phosphatidylserine, and what's it supposed to do?
Phosphatidylserine is a naturally occurring fat-like substance in your body that's part of cell structure. This supplement is possibly effective for age-related cognitive decline and Alzheimer disease, though for other cognitive concerns like ADHD or general brain function, we don't have enough reliable evidence yet.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people tolerate it well. The most common side effects are flatulence, nausea, gastrointestinal upset, headache, and insomnia. At this 100 mg dose, these are less likely than at higher doses — insomnia is more common around 600 mg, and digestive upset can happen at 200–300 mg per day.
Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information for pregnancy, so avoidance is recommended. Safety while breastfeeding is also unknown. If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this supplement.
What's in this softgel besides the active ingredient?
The inactive ingredients are soy lecithin, gelatin, glycerin, annatto color, titanium dioxide, and sunflower oil. These help deliver and encapsulate the phosphatidylserine.
Does phosphatidylserine interact with any medications I should know about?
Yes — it may theoretically affect anticholinergic drugs (like allergy or motion-sickness medications) and cholinergic drugs (like Alzheimer medications). Check with your pharmacist if you take either type before starting this supplement.

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Sources & How We Checked

Phosphatidyl Serine 100 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.

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The 9 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.

Phosphatidylserine 9 references
  1. Crook T, Petrie W, Wells C, Massari DC. Effects of phosphatidylserine in Alzheimer's disease. Psychopharmacol Bull 1992;28:61-6.
  2. Pepping J. Phosphatidylserine. Am J Health-Syst Pharm 1999;56:2038,2043-4.
  3. Kidd PM. Phosphatidylserine; Membrane nutrient for memory. A clinical and mechanistic assessment. Altern Med Rev 1996;1:70-84.
  4. Kim HY, Akbar M, Lau A, et al. Inhibition of neuronal apoptosis by docosahexaenoic acid (22:6n-3). Role of phosphatidylserine in antiapoptotic effect. J Biol Chem 2000;275:35215-23.. PubMed
  5. Zanotti A, Valzelli L, Toffano G. Chronic phosphatidylserine treatment improves spatial memory and passive avoidance in aged rats. Psychopharmacology (Berl) 1989;99:316-21.. PubMed
  6. Schreiber S, Kampf-Sherf O, Gorfine M, et al. An open trial of plant-source derived phosphatydilserine for treatment of age-related cognitive decline. Isr J Psychiatry Relat Sci 2000;37:302-7.
  7. Pepping, J. Phosphatidylserine. Am J Health Syst.Pharm. 10-15-1999;56(20):2038, 2043-2038, 2044.
  8. Monteverde, A., Gnemmi, P., Rossi, F., Monteverde, A., and Finali, G. C. Selegiline in the treatment of mild to moderate Alzheimer-type dementia. Clin.Ther 1990;12(4):315-322.
  9. Vakhapova V, Cohen T, Richter Y, Herzog Y, Kam Y, Korczyn AD. Phosphatidylserine containing omega-3 Fatty acids may improve memory abilities in nondemented elderly individuals with memory complaints: results from an open-label extension study. Dement Geri PubMed

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