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SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NusaPure

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

SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg is a dietary supplement by NusaPure 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 SAMe. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg by NusaPure

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 a single active ingredient: SAMe (S-adenosylmethionine) at 1100 mg per capsule. SAMe is a naturally occurring compound in your body that plays a role in mood regulation, joint health, and liver function.

The capsule also contains inactive ingredients—cellulose, silica, and microcrystalline cellulose—which are fillers and binders that hold the capsule together.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Same's overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports Same for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Osteoarthritis — rated "Likely Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Cholestasis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Depression — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

SAMe is likely effective for osteoarthritis, meaning there's solid evidence it can help with joint pain and stiffness. It's possibly effective for depression and possibly effective for cholestasis (a liver condition involving reduced bile flow).

For Alzheimer disease and ADHD, we don't yet have enough reliable evidence to rate how well it works.

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 you take it at standard doses, though side effects become more common at higher amounts. The most frequent ones are stomach-related—nausea, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn—along with headache, dizziness, insomnia, and dry mouth.

A few people report rash, itching, or hair loss. One important caution: SAMe can trigger a manic episode in people with bipolar disorder, so it's not appropriate if you have that diagnosis.

Because long-term safety data is limited, use it only under guidance from your doctor or pharmacist. If you're pregnant, the data suggests it's possibly safe, but there isn't enough information to be certain—talk it over with your healthcare provider.

There's no lactation data on file.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Same

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.

Before you start, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take serotonergic drugs—antidepressants, certain anxiety medications, and some pain relievers—because of the Moderate risk of serotonin syndrome. Also flag it if you're on levodopa for Parkinson disease, since SAMe can reduce its effectiveness.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

SAMe may be worth considering if you have osteoarthritis or depression and want to explore a supplement option. However, if you take any serotonergic medication (like an antidepressant) or levodopa for Parkinson disease, or if you have bipolar disorder, you'll need to clear this with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Talk with your healthcare provider about whether this fits your situation.

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 Apr 22, 2021.

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 (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand NusaPure
Barcode (UPC) X002982N39
Net contents 150 Veg Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 22, 2021
DSLD ID 246946
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg by NusaPure, 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:
4 Veg Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
4 Veg Capsule(s)
Servings per container
37
UPC/BARCODE
X002982N39
IngredientAmount% DV
SAMe1100 mg--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Silica, Microcrystalline Cellulose

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take four (4) capsules daily between meals or as recommended by a health professional.

Precautions

Warning: For adults only.

Individuals using antidepressants medications should consult with their prescribing physician prior to using this product.

Individuals diagnosed with bipolar disease or manic depression should avoid this product.

Do not use if pregnant or nursing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not eat freshness packet. Keep in bottle.

Allergen Information: Contains no artificial coloring, artificial flavors, yeast, corn, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, salt, sodium, soy, sugar, gluten, egg, wheat, or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

General Statements

Please recycle.

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.

Seals/Symbols

Premium Quality Assembled in USA GMO Free Made with non-GMO Ingredients Gluten Free FDA Registered Facility

Manufactured in a cGMP Inspected Facility

Formulation

GMO Free Made with non-GMO Ingredients Gluten Free FDA Registered Facility

Assembled in USA Tested Supports well-being & healthy mood Promotes healthy brain function Supports joint & liver health

Allergen Information: Contains no artificial coloring, artificial flavors, yeast, corn, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, salt, sodium, soy, sugar, gluten, egg, wheat, or tree nut ingredients.

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Formula

SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg per serving

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Adomix SAMe Dried Mix

Adomix is a registered trademark of Gnosis S.p.A.

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg by NusaPure

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

Serving size4 Veg Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container37 Amounts shown are per serving.

SAMe

Interacts with
189 drugs
1100 mg per serving Form: S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine Disulfate Tosylate

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...

SAMe monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Silica, Microcrystalline Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg by NusaPure Drug Interactions

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189 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

SAMe 189

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 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.

SAMe2 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg, from the product label.

NusaPure

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Name
Gmax Central LLC
Street Address
4700 Millenia Boulevard, Suite 175 PMB 92909
City
Orlando
State
FL
ZipCode
32839
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg by NusaPure: Common Questions

Does SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg by NusaPure interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 mg 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 (S,S Isomer) 1100 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 SAMe used for?
SAMe has solid evidence behind it for osteoarthritis pain and stiffness. It's possibly effective for depression and for cholestasis, a liver condition. For other uses like Alzheimer disease or ADHD, we don't have enough reliable evidence yet to say how well it works.
What are the most common side effects?
Stomach upset is the most frequent issue—nausea, diarrhea, constipation, and heartburn. You might also experience headache, insomnia, dizziness, or dry mouth. Most side effects are mild and happen more often at higher doses.
Can I take SAMe if I have bipolar disorder?
No—SAMe can trigger a manic episode in people with bipolar disorder, so it's not appropriate for you. Talk with your doctor about safer alternatives.
Is SAMe safe during pregnancy?
The data suggests it's possibly safe, but there isn't enough reliable information to be certain either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice about whether to use it during pregnancy.
Can SAMe interact with my antidepressant?
Yes—SAMe has serotonergic effects, which means combining it with antidepressants or other serotonergic drugs carries a Moderate risk of serotonin syndrome, a serious condition involving agitation, rapid heart rate, and muscle rigidity. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding it to your regimen.
Does this product have any fillers?
Yes. Besides the active SAMe, the capsule contains cellulose, silica, and microcrystalline cellulose as inactive ingredients to bind and fill the capsule.

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SAMe (S,S Isomer) 1100 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 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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