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Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Source Naturals

Lozenge Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored is a dietary supplement by Source Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and cognitive support, anxiety and stress, anti-aging.Based on those ingredients, 82 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Pregnenolone. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored by Source 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 lozenge contains one active ingredient: pregnenolone, a naturally occurring steroid hormone precursor made in your body that serves as a building block for other hormones like estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. The inactive ingredients are mannitol, sorbitol, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, natural cherry flavor, modified cellulose gum, silica, stearic acid, and magnesium stearate — they add sweetness, texture, and stability to the lozenge form.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Pregnenolone product and its label doesn't state a use — see Pregnenolone's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for pregnenolone isn't established in our data for any of the conditions listed — including Alzheimer disease, autism spectrum disorder, back pain, bipolar disorder, and alcohol use disorder. Each of these carries a rating of insufficient reliable evidence, which means the research to date hasn't built a strong enough case to know whether it works for these purposes.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Pregnenolone

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.

Pregnenolone is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth, but it is a hormone with limited human safety data, so use only under guidance from your own healthcare professional. The most common side effects reported include acne, agitation, diarrhea, drowsiness, excitement, hair loss, skin abscess, sweating, and tremor.

There have also been rare reports of skin rashes with a burning sensation, possibly linked to sun sensitivity, though the rash cleared on its own. Because pregnenolone is a hormone, the safety data advises against use during pregnancy due to unknown risks.

Not enough safety information exists to recommend it while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in these situations.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Pregnenolone

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 — Pregnenolone.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 82 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.

Check with your own doctor or pharmacist before taking this if you use estrogens, progestins, progesterone, testosterone, or benzodiazepines (anti-anxiety and sedative medications). Pregnenolone may enhance the effects of the first four, potentially altering hormone levels, and may reduce the effectiveness of the last one.

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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.

Pregnenolone is a hormone precursor that may help shift how your body produces other hormones — but the evidence for most common uses isn't strong yet. If you take any hormone medications, sedatives, or anxiety drugs, you need to clear this with your own doctor or pharmacist first.

The side effects are generally mild but real, especially skin and nervous-system effects. This is one to discuss with your healthcare provider before you start.

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 24, 2022.

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 Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored, straight from the product label.

Brand Source Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 021078006725
Net contents 120 Lozenge(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2022
DSLD ID 275395
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Lozenge
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 Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored by Source 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 Lozenge(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Lozenge(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
021078006725
IngredientAmount% DV
Pregnenolone10 mg--

Other ingredients: Mannitol, Sorbitol, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, natural Cherry flavor, Modified Cellulose Gum, Silica, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Pregnenolone 10 mg

Precautions

Warning: Not for use by individuals under the age of 18 years.

Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Consult a physician or licensed qualified health care professional before using this product if you have, or have a family history of, prostate cancer, prostate enlargement, heart disease, low "good" cholesterol (HDL), or if you are using any other dietary supplement, prescription drug, or over-the-counter drug.

Do not exceed recommended serving. Exceeding recommended serving may cause serious adverse health effects. Possible side effects include acne, hair loss, hair growth on the face (in women), aggressiveness, irritability, and increased levels of estrogen. Discontinue use and call a physician or licensed qualified health care professional immediately if you experience rapid heartbeat, dizziness, blurred vision, or other similar symptoms.

Do not exceed 50 mg per day. Do not take for more than 30 days without the advice of your physician, and have your blood hormone (estrogen, testosterone, DHEA) levels regularly assessed by your physician. Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: 1 lozenge up to 5 times daily. Do not exceed 50 mg per day. Do not take for more than 30 days without the advice of your physician, and have your blood hormone (estrogen, testosterone, DHEA) levels regularly assessed by your physician. Using pregnenolone may elevate your DHEA levels, and DHEA can increase estrogen and testosterone levels. Read entire label before using.

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.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright SOURCE NATURALS, INC.

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored by Source Naturals

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

Serving size1 Lozenge(s) Dosage formLozenge Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Pregnenolone

Interacts with
82 drugs
10 mg per serving

Pregnenolone is a hormone your body makes naturally and a building block for other hormones like cortisol, DHEA, estrogen, and testosterone. It is sol...

Pregnenolone monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Mannitol, Sorbitol, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Natural Cherry flavor, Modified Cellulose Gum, Silica, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored by Source Naturals Drug Interactions

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82 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored 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.

Pregnenolone5 drug types · 82 drugs

Benzodiazepines

Concomitant use of pregnenolone may reduce the effects of benzodiazepines.
Very preliminary clinical research shows that chronic use of pregnenolone reduces sedative effects of diazepam when compared with chronic use of placebo. This effect may be related to the activity of pregnenolone at GABAA receptors.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Estrogens

Theoretically, taking pregnenolone might enhance the effects of estrogens.
Pregnenolone is a precursor for several steroid hormones, including estrogens.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Progesterone

Theoretically, taking pregnenolone might enhance the effects of progesterone.
In humans, some research shows that oral administration of pregnenolone can increase levels of progesterone. However, other research shows no effect on progesterone levels. It is possible the impact of pregnenolone on progesterone levels may be dose dependent.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Progestin

Theoretically, taking pregnenolone might enhance the effects of progestin.
Pregnenolone is a precursor for several steroid hormones, including progestin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Testosterone

Theoretically, taking pregnenolone might enhance the effects of testosterone.
Pregnenolone is a precursor for several steroid hormones, including testosterone. However, preliminary clinical research shows that taking pregnenolone 30-500 mg orally daily for up to 8 weeks does not affect testosterone levels.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored, from the product label.

Source Naturals

Name
Source Naturals, Inc.
Street Address
P. O. Box 2118
City
Santa Cruz
State
CA
ZipCode
95062
Web Address
www.sourcenaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored by Source Naturals: Common Questions

Does Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored by Source Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored has a known interaction with 82 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored 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.
Can I take pregnenolone if I'm on birth control?
Not without checking first. Birth control contains estrogens and progestins, and pregnenolone may enhance their effects, which could change how well it works or increase side effects. Talk with your own doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement.
What are the most common side effects?
Acne, agitation, drowsiness, diarrhea, excitement, hair loss, sweating, and tremor have all been reported. A few people have also developed skin abscesses or rashes. Most side effects appear mild, but if you notice any skin or mood changes, stop and contact your doctor.
Will pregnenolone help with Alzheimer disease or autism?
We don't have reliable evidence to say one way or the other. The research so far doesn't give us a clear answer about whether it works for these conditions.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against use during pregnancy due to unknown risks. There isn't enough information about breastfeeding either — talk with your own doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What is pregnenolone and what does it do?
Pregnenolone is a steroid hormone your body naturally makes. It serves as a starting material for your body to build other hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. The supplement provides an extra dose to try to shift hormone levels.

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The Full Monographs Behind Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Pregnenolone 10 mg Cherry Flavored'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 6 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.

Pregnenolone 6 references
  1. Devlin TM, ed. Textbook of Biochemistry With Clinical Correlations. third ed. New York: Wiley-Liss Inc., 1992.
  2. Fung LK, Libove RA, Phillips J, Haddad F, Hardan AY.Brief report: an open-label study of the neurosteroid pregnenolone in adults with autism spectrum disorder. J Autism Dev Disord 2014;44(11):2971-7. PubMed
  3. Brown ES, Park J, Marx CE, et al. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of pregnenolone for bipolar depression. Neuropsychopharmacology 2014;39(12):2867-73. PubMed
  4. Ritsner MS, Gibel A, Shleifer T, et al. Pregnenolone and dehydroepiandrosterone as an adjunctive treatment in schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder: an 8-week, double-blind, randomized, controlled, 2-center, parallel-group trial. J Clin Psychiatry 20 PubMed
  5. Meieran SE, Reus VI, Webster R, Shafton R, Wolkowitz OM. Chronic pregnenolone effects in normal humans: attenuation of benzodiazepine-induced sedation. Psychoneuroendocrinology 2004;29(4):486-500. PubMed
  6. Marx CE, Keefe RS, Buchanan RW, et al. Proof-of-concept trial with the neurosteroid pregnenolone targeting cognitive and negative symptoms in schizophrenia. Neuropsychopharmacology 2009;34(8):1885-903. PubMed

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