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Dietary supplement

Tart Cherry Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

Tart Cherry Powder is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 Powder by BulkSupplements.com

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 powder. It's a concentrated form of the whole fruit, so you're getting the compounds that make up the cherry itself — the acids, polyphenols, and other plant materials that give tart cherries their distinct profile.

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 is possibly effective for athletic performance, according to the evidence we have on file. For attention, cognitive function, muscle soreness after exercise, exercise-related infections, and fibromyalgia, the evidence isn't strong enough yet to say whether it works — we call that insufficient reliable evidence.

That doesn't mean it doesn't help; it means the research hasn't nailed it down.

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, but concentrated powders and supplements are less studied than the food form itself. The most common side effects from concentrates are abdominal pain, weakness, loose stools, and general gut upset.

In one clinical trial, nearly 30% of children taking tart cherry juice concentrate for two weeks reported belly pain. Rare cases of skin reactions have been reported, possibly from cherry allergy.

Because concentrated supplements have limited safety data compared to eating the fruit, use caution — especially if you've never had tart cherry before.

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 this ingredient. Still, if you take any medications and want to be certain, you can check them with the tool on this page.

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 thinking about tart cherry for athletic performance and you tolerate the fruit well, this could be worth a try. Anyone with a history of digestive upset or a cherry allergy should be cautious.

Because concentrated forms lack the safety data of whole fruit, it's a good idea to talk to your pharmacist if you have any health conditions or take medications regularly.

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 Apr 23, 2024.

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 Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X002KUD617
Net contents 17.6 Ounce(s); 500 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 23, 2024
DSLD ID 311691
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Tart Cherry Powder by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
2 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Gram(s)
Servings per container
250
UPC/BARCODE
X002KUD617
IngredientAmount% DV
Tart Cherry powder2 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements

Formulation

Color may vary

Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 2 grams (about 3/4 tsp) once daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool place

General Statements

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Tart Cherry Powder by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Tart Cherry Powder by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size2 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container250 Amounts shown are per serving.

Tart Cherry powder

No known
interactions
2 Gram(s) 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 powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Tart Cherry Powder by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Tart Cherry Powder by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Tart Cherry Powder by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Tart Cherry Powder. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Tart Cherry Powder 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Tart cherry is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation based on the data we hold. That said, always talk with your doctor or midwife before adding a concentrated supplement during pregnancy or while nursing — they know your full picture and can give you personalized advice.
What are the most common side effects?
The main ones are belly pain, loose stools, and general gut upset. About 29% of children in one study reported abdominal pain when taking tart cherry juice concentrate twice daily. If you have a sensitive stomach, you might want to start with a small amount and see how you feel.
Does tart cherry actually help with sore muscles after exercise?
The evidence isn't strong enough yet for us to say it works for exercise soreness — we have insufficient reliable evidence. It's possibly effective for athletic performance in general, but that's the clearest claim we can make from the research we hold.
Is this the same as eating tart cherries?
It's made from the fruit, but in a concentrated powder form. Whole tart cherries and juice are better studied for safety than concentrated powders, so while this comes from the cherry, we have less research on the supplement form specifically.
Could this cause an allergic reaction?
Cherry allergy is rare, but one case of a skin reaction possibly linked to tart cherry has been reported. If you've never had tart cherries before or suspect any fruit allergies, try a small amount first or check with your pharmacist.

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The Full Monographs Behind Tart Cherry Powder’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 Powder'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

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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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