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Dietary supplement

Tart Cherry 3,000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nutricost

Capsule Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Tart Cherry 3,000 mg is a dietary supplement by Nutricost 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 3,000 mg by Nutricost

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: tart cherry extract at 3,000 mg per serving. The capsules also hold rice flour, hypromellose (a capsule material), and magnesium stearate (a binder).

Does it work?

Moderate 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 Sour Cherry's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Sour Cherry 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: Athletic performance — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Tart cherry shows possibly effective evidence for athletic performance. For other uses listed—ADHD, cognitive function, exercise-induced muscle soreness, exercise-induced respiratory infections, and fibromyalgia—the evidence we hold is insufficient to rate whether it works.

That doesn't mean it won't help; it means the research isn't yet solid enough to say.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Sour Cherry

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.

Tart cherry is generally well tolerated when you eat the whole fruit or drink the juice, but concentrated supplements like this one are less studied, so use caution. The most common side effects reported are abdominal pain, stomach upset, and loose stools—most often at higher doses or in concentrated form.

One case of a possible allergic skin reaction after drinking a specific cherry-apple juice blend has been reported. Pregnancy and lactation: the fruit is likely safe, but data on supplement doses in pregnancy and breastfeeding isn't on file.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Sour Cherry

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for tart cherry extract with any medications.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're interested in tart cherry for athletic performance, this product is worth a try—the evidence there is reasonably solid. For other uses, the science isn't clear yet.

If you have a sensitive stomach or a known cherry allergy, start low and watch how you feel. Talk to your pharmacist if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or unsure whether it fits your health picture.

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 Jul 21, 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 Tart Cherry 3,000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nutricost
Barcode (UPC) 810014670225
Net contents 240 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 21, 2022
DSLD ID 269800
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Tart Cherry 3,000 mg by Nutricost, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
240
UPC/BARCODE
810014670225
IngredientAmount% DV
Tart Cherry extract300 mg--

Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily with 8-12 oz of water or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Precautions

Warning: For healthy individuals 18 years and older.

Consult a healthcare professional prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Notice: Store in a cool, dry place.

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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Quality Guaranteed Nutricost

Formulation

Vegetarian product

Non GMO Gluten Free Product

Formula

3,000 mg equivalent per serving

See for yourself

Tart Cherry 3,000 mg by Nutricost label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Tart Cherry 3,000 mg by Nutricost

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container240 Amounts shown are per serving.

Tart Cherry extract

No known
interactions
300 mg per serving

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 & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Tart Cherry 3,000 mg by Nutricost Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Tart Cherry 3,000 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Tart Cherry 3,000 mg, from the product label.

Nutricost

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Name
Nutricost
Street Address
351 E 1750 N
City
Vineyard
State
UT
ZipCode
84059
Phone Number
(866) 438-3694
Web Address
www.nutricost.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Tart Cherry 3,000 mg by Nutricost: Common Questions

Does Tart Cherry 3,000 mg by Nutricost interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Tart Cherry 3,000 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Tart Cherry 3,000 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.
Does tart cherry really help with muscle soreness after exercise?
The evidence we hold isn't strong enough yet to say for sure. Some research suggests it might help, but we need more solid studies before we can confidently recommend it for that use.
Will this give me stomach upset?
Most people tolerate it fine, but abdominal pain and loose stools have been reported, especially at higher doses. A small number of children in one study (29%) reported belly pain when they took a high-dose concentrate. Start with the recommended dose and see how you feel.
Is it safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The fruit itself is likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but we don't have safety data on concentrated supplement doses during these times. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Can I take this if I have a cherry allergy?
One case of a possible allergic skin reaction to a cherry product has been reported, so if you've ever had an allergic reaction to cherries or cherry products, skip this and talk to your pharmacist about alternatives.
What does 'possibly effective' mean?
It means there's promising research suggesting tart cherry may help with athletic performance, but the evidence isn't yet as strong or complete as we'd like. It's worth trying if that's a goal of yours, but results can vary person to person.

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The Full Monographs Behind Tart Cherry 3,000 mg’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Tart Cherry 3,000 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.

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
  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. 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

See these in context on the Sour Cherry 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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