Tart Cherry Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Tart Cherry 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 is a dietary supplement by Herbal Secrets 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 by Herbal Secrets
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. Tart cherry is a concentrated form of the fruit, traditionally used to support recovery after exercise and athletic performance.
The capsules also contain gelatin and rice flour as inactive ingredients—these are fillers and binders that hold the capsule together.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence is mixed. Tart cherry is rated possibly effective for athletic performance.
For other uses listed—ADHD, cognitive function, exercise-induced muscle soreness, respiratory infections after exercise, and fibromyalgia—the evidence isn't established enough to rate. That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the data we hold isn't solid enough to say one way or the other.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Tart cherry is generally well tolerated when you eat it as whole fruit or juice. The concentrated extract in supplements is less studied, so caution is warranted.
The most common side effects reported are abdominal pain, loose stools, and general gastrointestinal upset—a clinical study found about 29% of children taking concentrated tart cherry juice twice daily reported belly pain. One isolated case of a skin reaction possibly linked to cherry allergy has been reported.
For pregnancy and breastfeeding, tart cherry is rated likely safe.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Run your specific medications through the interaction tool on this page to be sure, and confirm with your pharmacist.
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 looking for support with athletic performance, tart cherry has some evidence behind it. The supplement is generally well tolerated, though concentrated doses are less studied than the whole fruit, so pay attention to how your stomach reacts.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications—no interactions are documented, but they'll know your full health picture.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 23, 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
General information
Key facts about Tart Cherry, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Secrets |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 819209022429 |
| Net contents | 120 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 23, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 251273 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Tart Cherry by Herbal Secrets, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Tart Cherry extract | 300 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Rice Flour, Contains <2% of
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Formula
Herbal Secrets Tart Cherry Extract supplement is derived from a premium quality 4:1 extract. Each capsule provides 300 mg of tart cherry extract, which is equivalent of 1,200 mg of whole tart cherries. Anthocyanins in tart cherry function as antioxidants, which helps neutralize free radical damage.
Formulation
In addition, antioxidants also support mobility of joints, connective tissues and healthy aging. Tart cherries help prevent inflammation, which promotes balanced uric acid levels.
100% natural
4:1 standardized extract Helps neutralize free radical damage Promotes joint & cardiovascular health Supports balanced uric acid levels
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take two (2) capsules twice daily with water or as directed by a health care professional.
Precautions
Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication(s) or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Made in a facility that processes dairy, nuts, soy, eggs, fish, shellfish & wheat.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
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
Made in the USA
GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Quality Product
FDA Statement of Identity
Natural Dietary Supplement
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
General Statements
Vitamin Angels - Proud Supporter Herbal Secrets - An FDA regulated facility
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Tart Cherry by Herbal Secrets 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 by Herbal Secrets
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 container120 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: Gelatin, Rice Flour, Contains <2% of. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Tart Cherry by Herbal Secrets Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Tart Cherry. 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, from the product label.
Herbal Secrets
See all Herbal Secrets products- Name
- Herbal Secrets
- Street Address
- 629 Grove Street
- City
- Jersey City
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07310
- Web Address
- amazingnutrition.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Tart Cherry’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'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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