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Dietary supplement

Tart Cherry 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NOW

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

Tart Cherry 500 mg is a dietary supplement by NOW 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 500 mg by NOW

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 has one active ingredient: tart cherry concentrate at 500 mg per capsule. Tart cherry is a food-derived ingredient that's been studied for athletic recovery and muscle soreness.

The capsule itself is made from hypromellose (a plant-based capsule material), microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, and silicon dioxide — all common inactive ingredients that help hold the supplement together.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Sour Cherry's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: antioxidant support and joint comfort.
  • We looked for evidence on: Exercise-induced muscle soreness, Gout, Osteoarthritis, Aromatase inhibitor-induced arthralgia, general antioxidant support, inflammation.
  • The closest evidence on file: Sour Cherry is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Exercise-induced muscle soreness (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Sour Cherry is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Osteoarthritis, Gout, Aromatase inhibitor-induced arthralgia.

The evidence for tart cherry breaks down like this: it's possibly effective for athletic performance, but for everything else in our data — ADHD, focus, exercise soreness, respiratory infections, and fibromyalgia — the evidence isn't strong enough yet to say whether it works or not. If you're thinking about it for recovery after workouts, that's where the best case exists.

For other reasons, talk with us about what the research actually shows.

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 it whole or drink the juice. In supplement form at higher concentrations, though, we don't have as much safety data, so caution is reasonable.

The most common side effects reported are abdominal pain, loose stools, and general stomach upset — a clinical study found about 29% of children taking the concentrate twice daily for two weeks had belly pain. One case of a possible allergic skin reaction has been reported, and gastrointestinal symptoms have occurred at higher doses.

For pregnancy and breastfeeding, the fruit is considered likely safe, though concentrated supplements haven't been as well studied in these groups.

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 the ingredients we checked. Still run your medications through the search tool on this page to be certain.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're an athlete looking to support recovery or reduce muscle soreness after exercise, tart cherry concentrate is worth considering — the evidence is most solid there. The ingredient is generally easy on your stomach, though some people do report cramping or loose stools, especially at higher doses or in concentrated form.

Check your medications with our tool before starting, and if you have a history of stomach sensitivity, start with a lower dose and see how you feel.

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 23, 2019.

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 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand NOW
Barcode (UPC) 733739047861
Net contents 90 Veg Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2019
DSLD ID 206139
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Tart Cherry 500 mg by NOW, 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 Veg Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Veg Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
733739047861
IngredientAmount% DV
Tart Cherry concentrate500 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Usage: Take 1 capsule daily.

Formula

Montmorency tart cherry is a variety of sour cherry grown in the United States, Canada, and France. It has a unique phytochemical profile that includes anthocyanins, which are known to neutralize free radicals and are responsible for its bright red color.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Caution: For adults only.

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

General Statements

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

50:1 concentrate Grown in the USA

Botanicals/Herbs Family owned since 1968.

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

A Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Non-GMO

GMP Quality Assured

Formulation

Non-GMO

Vegetarian/Vegan

Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

See for yourself

Tart Cherry 500 mg by NOW label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Tart Cherry 500 mg by NOW

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

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

Tart Cherry concentrate

No known
interactions
500 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 concentrate monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Tart Cherry 500 mg by NOW Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Tart Cherry 500 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 500 mg, from the product label.

NOW

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Name
NOW Foods
Street Address
395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd.
City
Bloomingdale
State
IL
ZipCode
60108
Web Address
nowfoods.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Tart Cherry 500 mg by NOW: Common Questions

Does Tart Cherry 500 mg by NOW interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Tart Cherry 500 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Tart Cherry 500 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 tart cherry concentrate, and why is it in this supplement?
Tart cherry is a food-derived ingredient that's been studied for its potential to help with athletic performance and muscle soreness after exercise. The concentrate form is more potent than the whole fruit, which is why supplement makers use it.
Will this help with muscle soreness after workouts?
The evidence for tart cherry and exercise-induced muscle soreness hasn't been established strongly enough yet to say for sure. It's possibly effective for athletic performance overall, but for soreness specifically, we don't have reliable evidence either way. Talk with us if you want to try it and see how your body responds.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people tolerate tart cherry well, but abdominal pain, loose stools, and stomach upset are the most common side effects reported. About 29% of children in one study had belly pain when taking the concentrate twice daily for two weeks. If your stomach is sensitive, start with a smaller dose.
Is this safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The tart cherry fruit itself is considered likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. Concentrated supplements haven't been studied as thoroughly in these groups though, so talk with your doctor or us about whether it's right for your situation.
Why does the safety information say to use caution?
While tart cherry as a food is well tolerated, concentrated supplement products just don't have as much safety research behind them as the whole fruit does. The caution is really about the fact that we know less, not that we've found danger — but it's smart to go in with eyes open.

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The Full Monographs Behind Tart Cherry 500 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 500 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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