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 Terry Naturally with 2 active ingredients. 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 Terry Naturally
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 (Prunus cerasus) fruit powder. It's the whole fruit in concentrated form, not an extract or isolated compound — so you're getting the full range of compounds that make up the cherry itself.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence here is mixed. Tart cherry shows possibly effective evidence for athletic performance — that's the strongest claim the data supports.
For everything else listed — ADHD, cognitive function, exercise-induced muscle soreness, exercise-induced respiratory infections, and fibromyalgia — there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works. If athletic recovery is what you're after, there's some backing for it.
For other uses, the science just isn't there yet.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Tart cherry is generally well tolerated, especially when you eat the whole fruit. Concentrated supplements like this one are less studied, so the facts advise caution.
The most common side effects reported are abdominal pain, loose stools, and mild gastrointestinal upset — usually mild and temporary. A rare skin reaction possibly linked to cherry allergy has been reported with one specific juice blend.
Pregnancy and lactation data rates tart cherry as likely safe, though concentrated supplement use in pregnancy hasn't been extensively studied.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for tart cherry with any medications in our data.
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 thinking about tart cherry for athletic recovery, the evidence leans your way. For other uses, the science is still catching up.
Tart cherry is generally easy on your stomach, but some people do report loose stools or mild belly upset — start with a lower dose if you're sensitive. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about whether it fits your situation.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 31, 2018.
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 | Terry Naturally |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 367703273026 |
| Net contents | 120 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 31, 2018 |
| DSLD ID | 176192 |
| 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, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Tart Cherry by Terry Naturally, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Carbohydrates | 1 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Tart Cherry (Prunus cerasus) fruit powder | 1500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Silica, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Source Magnesium Stearate
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General Statements
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- Promotes healthy uric acid balance - Supports joint flexibility and comfort - Aids recovery after exercise - Provides superior antioxidant effects
Promotes healthy uric acid balance For your good health Terry
Formula
Terry Naturally Tart Cherry capsules provide the anthocyanin power you need in the convenience of a capsule.
Formulation
Vegan
Non-GMO
No sugar, salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, dairy products, artificial coloring, artificial flavoring, or artificial preservatives.
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.
General
JC 34 91 + 3(5,6)EP L27302.03
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendations: 1 or 2 capsules, twice daily.
Precautions
If pregnant or nursing, consult a healthcare practitioner before using.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Terry Naturally EuroPharma
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Tart Cherry by Terry Naturally 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 Terry Naturally
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Carbohydrates
Tart Cherry (Prunus cerasus) fruit powder
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 (Prunus cerasus) fruit powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Silica, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Source Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Tart Cherry by Terry Naturally 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.
Terry Naturally
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- EuroPharma, Inc.
- City
- Green Bay
- State
- WI
- ZipCode
- 54311
- Phone Number
- (866) 807-2731
- Web Address
- EuroPharmaUSA.com
Tart Cherry by Terry Naturally: Common Questions
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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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