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Platinum 100% Glutamine Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by MuscleTech Essential Series

Platinum 100% Glutamine label
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Powder Category: Amino Acid/protein
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Platinum 100% Glutamine 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Platinum 100% Glutamine is a dietary supplement by MuscleTech Essential Series with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for muscle recovery and sports performance, gut health and 'leaky gut', recovery from severe illness or injury.Based on those ingredients, 50 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are L-Glutamine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Platinum 100% Glutamine by MuscleTech Essential Series

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: L-glutamine, an amino acid your body makes naturally and uses for muscle repair, immune function, and gut health. It's presented as a powder so you can mix it with water or your favorite drink.

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: Muscle recovery and athletic performance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Exercise-induced muscle damage, Postoperative recovery, Wound healing, Critical illness (trauma), Oral mucositis — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Glutamine is rated "Possibly Effective" for HIV/AIDS-related wasting (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Glutamine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Critical illness (trauma), Postoperative recovery.
  • Also on file: Glutamine is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Athletic performance, Radiation-induced diarrhea.

L-glutamine is effective for sickle cell disease. The evidence suggests it may help with HIV/AIDS-related wasting, recovery after surgery, and trauma or critical illness, though the data for these uses is less complete.

If you're considering it for a specific health concern, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether the evidence supports its use in your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Glutamine

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.

L-glutamine is generally well tolerated by healthy adults. Common side effects from oral doses include belching, bloating, gas, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, and belly pain — especially at higher doses (10–30 grams daily).

Headache and dizziness have been reported, and rare cases of mood changes (mania or hypomania) were noted in people with bipolar disorder taking up to 4 grams daily. If you have kidney or liver disease, use this only under medical supervision.

There isn't enough safety data to recommend supplement doses during pregnancy, so talk with your doctor first. Similarly, safety data for breastfeeding is limited — check with your clinician before taking supplemental amounts.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Glutamine

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 — Glutamine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: seizure medications.
  • For scale: 50 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, check whether you're on anticonvulsant medications (seizure-prevention drugs) — glutamine may theoretically interfere with how they work, though this hasn't been seen in humans. Use the medication checker below to look up your exact medications.

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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.

Platinum 100% Glutamine might appeal to athletes or anyone recovering from surgery or illness, since the evidence supports its use in certain conditions. If you take anticonvulsant medication, check with your pharmacist before starting.

Anyone with kidney or liver disease, or anyone pregnant or breastfeeding, should talk with their doctor first.

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, 2015.

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 Platinum 100% Glutamine, straight from the product label.

Brand MuscleTech Essential Series
Barcode (UPC) 631656705706
Net contents 10.65 oz.; 302 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2015
DSLD ID 41721
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Platinum 100% Glutamine by MuscleTech Essential Series, 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:
5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
5 Gram(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
631656705706
IngredientAmount% DV
L-Glutamine5 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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Research & development

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Tens of Millions of CUSTOMERS

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cGMP MANUFACTURED Manufactured according to cGMP standards, as is required for all dietary supplements.

GUARANTEED BANNED SUBSTANCE FREE

FULLY DISCLOSED INGREDIENTS No Proprietary Blends

General Statements

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Our mission is to develop the most scientifically advanced and effective supplements to help you build muscle and strength, lose weight, and improve athletic performance. Thanks to our millions of loyal customers, we are fortunate to be the most-awarded and best-selling sports nutrition brand over the past 20 years. Many supplement companies do not disclose their ingredients, and don’t invest in science and research, or quality control. We are different.

Glutamine is the most abundant non-essential free amino acid in your body – more than 20% of the total circulating amino acids in your body are glutamine. Your muscles are especially high in glutamine, making it extremely important for muscle metabolism. When you’re training hard, your muscles can lose up to 50% of their glutamine stores, so you need to replace them – fast! Glutamine helps your body control catabolism by acting as a free nitrogen donor to help your muscles build the other amino acids they need to recover quickly. Glutamine also helps support increased cell volume, glycogen replenishment, and protein synthesis. Platinum 100% Glutamine is perfectly tasteless and odorless, and mixes effortlessly on its own or into any other product you’re already using. This non-stimulant formula stacks perfectly and can be used day or night

ULTRA-PURE MICRONIZED GLUTAMINE HPLC-TESTED PURE GLUTAMINE REPLENISH PLASMA GLUTAMINE

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Formula

Platinum 100% Glutamine – Platinum 100% Glutamine supplies 5g of glutamine per serving, which works to rapidly replenish the glutamine used during training.

NEW

5000mg PURE GLUTAMINE

FDA Statement of Identity

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

DIRECTIONS: Mix 1 serving (1 scoop) with 8 oz. of water or your favorite sports beverage and consume 1 to 2 times daily. For optimal results, take 2 servings (2 scoops) per day. On workout days, take 1 serving 45 to 60 minutes before your workout and 1 serving 15 to 30 minutes after your workout.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place (60(0)F to 80(0)F).

Precautions

WARNING: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.

Consult a medical doctor before starting a diet or exercise program.

Do not use if packaging has been tampered with.

PROCESSED IN A FACILITY THAT PROCESSES MILK, EGG, SOY, FISH, AND SHELLFISH INGREDIENTS.

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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Platinum 100% Glutamine by MuscleTech Essential Series label

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Platinum 100% Glutamine label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Platinum 100% Glutamine by MuscleTech Essential Series

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

Serving size5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

L-Glutamine

Interacts with
50 drugs
5 Gram(s) per serving

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body and is usually made in your muscles. A prescription form is FDA-approved to help reduce sickle c...

L-Glutamine monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Platinum 100% Glutamine by MuscleTech Essential Series Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Platinum 100% Glutamine interact with 50 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Platinum 100% Glutamine interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. L-Glutamine

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Platinum 100% Glutamine 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.

L-Glutamine1 drug type · 50 drugs

Anticonvulsants

Theoretically, glutamine might antagonize the effects of anticonvulsant medications.
Glutamine is metabolized to the excitatory neurotransmitter glutamate. Glutamate might have antagonistic effects with anticonvulsant drugs. However, this interaction has not yet been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
L-Glutamine full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Platinum 100% Glutamine, from the product label.

MuscleTech Essential Series

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Name
Iovate Health Sciences U.S.A. Inc.
Street Address
1105 North Market Street, Suite 1330
City
Wilmington
State
DE
ZipCode
19801
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Platinum 100% Glutamine by MuscleTech Essential Series: Common Questions

Does Platinum 100% Glutamine by MuscleTech Essential Series interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Platinum 100% Glutamine has a known interaction with 50 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Platinum 100% Glutamine 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 L-glutamine and what does it do?
L-glutamine is an amino acid — one of the building blocks your body uses to make and repair muscle, support your immune system, and keep your gut healthy. Your body makes it naturally, but you can also take it as a supplement.
Will this help me build muscle?
Our data doesn't show an effectiveness rating for muscle building specifically. The evidence supports glutamine for sickle cell disease, and it may help with recovery after surgery, trauma, or critical illness. Talk to your pharmacist about whether it fits your fitness goals.
What side effects might I notice?
Most people tolerate it well, but common ones include gas, bloating, nausea, diarrhea, and belly pain — especially at higher doses. A few people have reported headache or dizziness. If side effects happen, your doctor may suggest lowering your dose.
Is it safe to take while pregnant?
The safety data is rated as likely safe in pregnancy. That said, there isn't a lot of research on supplement doses, so talk with your doctor before starting — they can give you personalized advice.
Can I take it while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information to know whether supplement doses are okay while breastfeeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it — they can help you decide what's right for you and your baby.
Does this product contain any fillers or other ingredients?
No — this is 100% L-glutamine with no inactive ingredients listed.

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The Full Monographs Behind Platinum 100% Glutamine’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Glutamine

Interacts with 50 drugs

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body and is usually made in your muscles. A prescription form is FDA-approved to help reduce sickle cell disease complications, but for most...

Read the full Glutamine monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Platinum 100% Glutamine'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 11 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.

Glutamine 11 references
  1. Miller AL. Therapeutic considerations of L-glutamine: a review of the literature. Altern Med Rev 1999;4:239-48..
  2. Bozzetti F, Biganzoli L, Gavazzi C, et al. Glutamine supplementation in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy: a double-blind randomized study. Nutrition 1997;13:748-51.. PubMed
  3. Mebane AH. L-Glutamine and mania. Am J Psychiatry 984;141:1302-3.
  4. Meldrum BS. Glutamate as a neurotransmitter in the brain: review of physiology and pathology. J Nutr 2000;130:1007S-15S.. PubMed
  5. Garlick PJ. Assessment of the safety of glutamine and other amino acids. J Nutr 2001;131:2556S-61S.. PubMed
  6. Chapman AG. Glutamate and epilepsy. J Nutr 2000;130:1043S-5S.. PubMed
  7. Ziegler TR. Glutamine supplementation in cancer patients receiving bone marrow transplantation and high dose chemotherapy. J Nutr 2001;131:2578S-84S.. PubMed
  8. Laviano A, Molfino A, Lacaria MT, Canelli A, De Leo S, Preziosa I, Rossi Fanelli F. Glutamine supplementation favors weight loss in nondieting obese female patients. A pilot study. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2014 Nov;68(11):1264-6. PubMed
  9. Endari (l-glutamine) [package insert]. Torrance, CA: Emmaus Medical,Inc; 2017.
  10. Niihara Y, Miller ST, Kanter J, et al. A Phase 3 Trial of l-Glutamine in Sickle Cell Disease. N Engl J Med 2018;379(3):226-35. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1715971.
  11. Ogden HB, Child RB, Fallowfield JL, et al. Gastrointestinal Tolerance of Low, Medium and High Dose Acute Oral l-Glutamine Supplementation in Healthy Adults: A Pilot Study. Nutrients. 2020;12(10):2953. PubMed

See these in context on the Glutamine 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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