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SAMe 200 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Jarrow Formulas

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Tablet Or Pill Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
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 SAMe 200 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

SAMe 200 is a dietary supplement by Jarrow Formulas with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for depression, osteoarthritis joint pain, liver conditions.Based on those ingredients, 189 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are S-Adenosyl Methionine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of SAMe 200 by Jarrow Formulas

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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.
  • “S-Adenosyl Methionine” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (200 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

SAMe 200 contains one active ingredient: SAMe tosylate disulfate, a form of S-adenosyl methionine, a naturally occurring compound in your body that plays a role in many chemical reactions. Each tablet delivers 200 mg of this compound.

The tablet also contains several inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, mannitol, hypromellose acetate succinate, stearic acid, triethyl citrate, riboflavin, glyceryl behenate, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, and sodium starch glycolate — which serve as binders, fillers, and capsule materials.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
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Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Brain metabolism and mood support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Depression, Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, cognitive function, emotional well-being.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Same is rated "Likely Effective" for Osteoarthritis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Same is rated "Possibly Effective" for Depression.
  • Also on file: Same is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Fibromyalgia.

SAMe is likely effective for osteoarthritis, meaning it has solid evidence supporting its use for joint pain and stiffness. For depression, the evidence is less certain — it's rated as possibly effective, so some people may benefit but more research is needed to confirm.

For cholestasis (a bile-flow condition), SAMe is also possibly effective based on available data. For Alzheimer disease and ADHD, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to know whether it helps.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Same

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.

SAMe is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth at typical doses, though side effects become more common at higher doses. The most frequent ones include nausea, diarrhea, constipation, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, insomnia, nervousness, and sweating.

Less common but reported side effects are rash, itching, temporary hair loss, and stomach upset including heartburn and abdominal pain. One important caution: SAMe can trigger mania or mood episodes in people with bipolar disorder, so if you have that condition, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it.

Safety data overall is not well established, and there isn't enough information to confirm what happens during pregnancy; discuss it with your healthcare provider if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

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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 — Same.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: Parkinson's medications.
  • For scale: 189 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 doctor or pharmacist before taking SAMe 200 if you're on a serotonergic drug — that includes most antidepressants (SSRIs, SNRIs, tricyclics), some anxiety medications, certain migraine treatments like triptans, and some pain relievers. Also double-check if you take levodopa for Parkinson disease, since SAMe can reduce how well it works.

If you have bipolar disorder, clear it with your healthcare provider first.

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The bottom line

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

SAMe 200 may be worth considering if you have osteoarthritis or are exploring options for depression — just know the evidence is stronger for joint pain. If you take any antidepressant, migraine drug, pain reliever with serotonergic effects, or levodopa for Parkinson disease, or if you have bipolar disorder, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it.

The side effects are usually mild, but stomach upset is common, so taking it with food may help.

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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 24, 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 SAMe 200, straight from the product label.

Brand Jarrow Formulas
Barcode (UPC) 790011200147
Net contents 20 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 24, 2024
DSLD ID 307729
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), No Allergies, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for SAMe 200 by Jarrow Formulas, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
20
UPC/BARCODE
790011200147
IngredientAmount% DV
S-Adenosyl Methionine200 mg--
SAMe Tosylate Disulfate400 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mannitol, Hypromellose Acetate Succinate, Stearic Acid, Triethyl Citrate, Riboflavin, Glyceryl Behenate, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Sodium Starch Glycolate

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Label statements
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Formula

Natural SAMe 200 Jarrow Formulas SAMe 200 provides a full 200 mg SAMe (net yield) from 400 mg of SAMe tosylate disulfate. SAMe 200 is manufactured under low temperature and low humidity and is enteric-coated to ensure a biologically active product. With more of the biologically active S,S than R,S form Found in all living cells, SAMe is a metabolite of methionine (an essential amino acid), SAMe is a chiral molecule consisting of two forms: (S,S) SAMEe and (R,S) SAMe. The biologically active form is the (S,S) structure, while the (R, S) structure is biologically inactive.

Naturally Derived SAMe 200 S-Adenosyl methionine Active S,S form

Jarrow Formulas SAMe 200 is foil blister-packed to maximize stability and provides 200 mg of S-Adenosyl Methionine derived from 400 mg of SAMe Tosylate Disulfate.

200 mg (net yield) SAMe from 400 mg SAMe tosylate disulfate

EnteroGuard is a proprietary cellulose-based, food-grade, pH-sensitive enteric coating that resists stomach acid and disintegrates in the less acidic pH of the upper intestines, where the SAMe is made available for absorption.

Formulation

Jarrow Formulas SAMe is made by microbiological fermentation and processed without chemical solvents to preserve 68-80% (S,S) SAMe. SAMe Supports: Brain Metabolism and Mood SAMe methylation reactions are involved in the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine, a substantial constituent of grey matter within the brain and cellular membranes. It also has been proposed to be involved in the formation or metabolism of neurotransmitters, which helps to support a balanced mood. Joint Health SAMe supports the production for healthy connective tissue through transsulfuration. In this transsulfuration process, critical components of connective tissue known as glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), including glucosamine and chondroitin, are sulfated by SAMe metabolites to yield sulfated GAGs, such as glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate, the building blocks of cartilage. Liver Function SAMe supports the synthesis of glutathione (GSH), which is critical for antioxidant defenses and liver functions including phase II detoxification.

Vegan

Supports balanced mood, joint health, and liver function

In foil blister pack

Enteroguard coating

Gluten free

No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, peanuts/tree nuts or sesame.

Regular Strength

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 2023 Jarrow Formulas

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Adults take 1 tablet 1-2 times a day on an empty stomach or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.

Precautions

Warning: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Consult a healthcare professional before using this product if you are under the age of 18, are taking medication (antidepressants, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and MAO inhibitors) or have a medical condition; if adverse reactions occur, discontinue use.

Individuals with Parkinson's disease, bi-polar disorder, or manic depression should not use this product. May cause gastrointestinal upset in some persons.

Consult a healthcare professional before using this product if you are under the age of 18, are taking medication (antidepressants, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and MAO inhibitors) or have a medical condition; if adverse reactions occur, discontinue use. Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal or blister is broken, damaged or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

Mood support

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SAMe 200 by Jarrow Formulas label

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SAMe 200 label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in SAMe 200 by Jarrow Formulas

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container20 Amounts shown are per serving.

S-Adenosyl Methionine

Interacts with
189 drugs
200 mg per serving

SAM-e is a compound your body makes naturally that is sold as a supplement, most often for depression and osteoarthritis. Some research suggests it ma...

S-Adenosyl Methionine monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mannitol, Hypromellose Acetate Succinate, Stearic Acid, Triethyl Citrate, Riboflavin, Glyceryl Behenate, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Sodium Starch Glycolate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

SAMe 200 by Jarrow Formulas Drug Interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in SAMe 200 interact with 189 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in SAMe 200 interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. S-Adenosyl Methionine

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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S-Adenosyl Methionine2 drug types · 189 drugs

Levodopa

SAMe might reduce the effectiveness of levodopa.
SAMe methylates levodopa, which might reduce its effectiveness for treating Parkinson disease.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Serotonergic Drugs

Taking SAMe with serotonergic drugs might increase the risk of serotonin syndrome and other serotonergic side effects.
SAMe has serotonergic effects. Theoretically, combining serotonergic drugs with SAMe might increase the risk of serotonergic side effects, including serotonin syndrome and cerebral vasoconstrictive disorders. In one case report, SAMe 100 mg intramuscularly was given daily with clomipramine (Anafranil) 25 mg per day. When the clomipramine dose was increased to 75 mg per day the patient experienced serotonin syndrome about 48-72 hours later, requiring hospitalization.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
S-Adenosyl Methionine full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for SAMe 200, from the product label.

Jarrow Formulas

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Name
Jarrow Formulas, Inc.
City
Sherman Oaks
State
CA
ZipCode
91403
Phone Number
1-866-459-4154
Web Address
www.Jarrow.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

SAMe 200 by Jarrow Formulas: Common Questions

Does SAMe 200 by Jarrow Formulas interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, SAMe 200 has a known interaction with 189 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
SAMe 200 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 SAMe with my antidepressant?
Not without talking to your doctor first. SAMe combined with antidepressants (especially SSRIs and similar drugs) raises the risk of serotonin syndrome — a serious condition with symptoms like agitation, confusion, and muscle rigidity. Your doctor needs to weigh whether the potential benefit outweighs that risk for you personally.
What are the most common side effects?
Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, headache, dizziness, and insomnia are the ones people report most often. Stomach upset and dry mouth also happen. These are usually mild and often improve as your body adjusts, but taking SAMe with food can help reduce nausea.
Does SAMe actually work for arthritis?
Yes — for osteoarthritis specifically, the evidence is solid enough that SAMe is rated likely effective. It's not a cure, but research supports using it for joint pain and stiffness.
Is SAMe safe if I have bipolar disorder?
No — it can trigger manic episodes in people with bipolar disorder. If you have that condition, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it; they can help you decide if it's right for you.
Can I take SAMe while pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable information to know whether it's safe during pregnancy, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. They can help you weigh the pros and cons for your situation.
What if I take levodopa for Parkinson disease?
Check with your doctor first. SAMe can interfere with how levodopa works in your body, potentially reducing its effectiveness for your symptoms. Your healthcare provider can advise whether it's safe to combine them.

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The Full Monographs Behind SAMe 200’s Ingredients

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Sources & How We Checked

SAMe 200'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 31 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.

Same 31 references
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