Tart Cherry Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Solgar
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Tart Cherry Extract 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
Tart Cherry Extract is a dietary supplement by Solgar with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for muscle soreness after exercise, gout and joint discomfort, sleep support.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Tart Cherry Extract by Solgar
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: tart cherry extract, the concentrated form of sour cherries. The capsule itself also contains microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable cellulose, silica, and vegetable magnesium stearate — these are inactive ingredients that help shape and preserve the capsule.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
Tart cherry extract is possibly effective for athletic performance based on the evidence we have. For other uses — ADHD, cognitive function, exercise-induced muscle soreness, exercise-induced respiratory infections, and fibromyalgia — the evidence isn't strong enough to say whether it works.
More research is needed on most of these.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Tart cherry is generally well tolerated when you eat the whole fruit or drink the juice, but concentrated supplement forms like this one are less studied. The most common side effects reported are abdominal pain, gastrointestinal upset, and loose stools — a small number of trial participants and case reports have experienced these.
One case of a possible allergic skin reaction has been reported. Because concentrated products lack robust safety data, use caution and stop if you notice stomach trouble.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the tart cherry extract in this product. That doesn't mean interactions don't exist — it means this ingredient hasn't been thoroughly studied with most medications.
Check your specific medications on this page's search tool, and let your doctor or pharmacist know you're taking this before you fill a new prescription or start a new medication.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
If you're looking to support athletic performance, tart cherry extract may be worth trying based on the evidence available. The supplement is generally well tolerated, though some people experience stomach upset.
Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if you have a sensitive stomach or a known cherry allergy.
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 Aug 24, 2016.
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
General information
Key facts about Tart Cherry Extract, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Solgar |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 033984315495 |
| Net contents | 90 Vegetable Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 24, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 63892 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Tart Cherry Extract by Solgar, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Tart Cherry extract | 250 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Cellulose, Silica, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
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Formula
Tart Cherry (Prunus cerasus) naturally contains polyphenolic antioxidant compounds such as quercetin, chlorogenic acid, and anthocyanins which can help fight free radicals that cause oxidative damage to the cells in our bodies.
This formulation provides the equivalent of 1000 mg (1g) of tart cherry in each vegetable capsule, derived from a premium quality 4:1 extract.
Solgar’s KOF-K certification #K-1250
Tart Cherry Extract 1000 mg equivalent
Brand IP Statement(s)
2016 Solgar, Inc.
Since 1947
Solgar Tart Cherry formulation provides the health-supporting natural goodness of cherries without all the calories and sugar.
General
SOLGB31548 01B
General Statements
Protects against free radicals
A traditional favorite Cherries have been consumed as food and medicine for thousands of years. As one of the main edible types of cherry, tart cherry's taste is a hallmark of delicious baked dishes such as cherry pie.
Emerging scientific research suggests antioxidant-rich cherries, including tart cherries, may possess varied health-promoting properties.
Seals/Symbols
GF Gluten Free
K Parve
Formulation
Non-GMO Gluten, Wheat & Dairy free
Suitable for vegans
Free Of: Gluten, Wheat, Dairy, Soy, Yeast, Sugar, Sodium, Artificial Flavor, Sweetener, Preservatives and Color.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) vegetable capsule one to two times daily, preferably with meals or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Precautions
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking any dietary supplement.
Discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if outer bottle seal is missing or damaged.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
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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Tart Cherry Extract by Solgar label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Tart Cherry Extract by Solgar
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vegetable Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Tart Cherry extract
No knowninteractions
Sour cherry (often sold as tart cherry or Montmorency cherry) is a fruit-based supplement rich in antioxidants that people use for muscle recovery, jo...
Tart Cherry extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Cellulose, Silica, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Tart Cherry Extract by Solgar Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Tart Cherry Extract. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Tart Cherry Extract, from the product label.
Solgar
See all Solgar products- Name
- Solgar, Inc.
- Street Address
- 500 Willow Tree Road
- City
- Leonia
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07605
- Phone Number
- 1-877-765-4274
Tart Cherry Extract by Solgar: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Tart Cherry Extract’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Tart Cherry Extract'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 4 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.
Sour Cherry 4 references
- Schumacher HR, Pullman-Mooar S, Gupta SR, et al. Randomized double-blind crossover study of the efficacy of a tart cherry juice blend in treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. Osteoarthritis Cartilage 2013;21(8):1035-41. PubMed
- Seymour EM, Warber SM, Kirakosyan A, et al. Anthocyanin pharmacokinetics and dose-dependent plasma antioxidant pharmacodynamics following whole tart cherry intake in healthy humans. J Funct Food 2014;11:509-16. DOI
- Elliot DL, Kuehl KS, Jones KD, Dulacki K. Using an eccentric exercise-testing protocol to assess the beneficial effects of tart cherry juice in fibromyalgia patients. Integ Med 2010;9(6):25-9.
- Soltanifar A, Moharreri F, Bakhtiari E, Hosseinpour A. The Effect of Adding Sour Cherry Concentrate to The Usual Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder In 6 To 12 Years Old Children. J Atten Disord 2023;27(2):214-219. PubMed
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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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