Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NOW
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM 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
Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM is a dietary supplement by NOW with 2 active ingredients.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 Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM by NOW
Four independent checks of what is known — a summary of the available information, not a grade of the product itself.
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
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our evidence database, so intended use can't be graded.
Why this rating?
- None of the active ingredients could be matched to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so intended use can't be graded against our evidence data.
Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.
Why this rating?
- The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
- No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our interaction database.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was nothing to check interactions against.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our safety data.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was no safety data to measure.
HelloPharmacist summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Medication interactions could not be assessed, and safety information could not be assessed.
Assessment coverage: 0 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 25, 2017.
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 Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 733739031310 |
| Net contents | 240 Veg Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 25, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 69808 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-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 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM by NOW, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| MSM | 1 Gram(s) | -- |
| GreenGrown Glucosamine HCl | 1.5 Gram(s) | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silica
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Usage: Take 3 capsules daily.
Formula
NOW Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM combines two well-known joint support ingredients in a vegetarian/vegan friendly formula that does not include shellfish-derived Glucosamine.*
GreenGrown Glucosamine
The Glucosamine used in this product is derived from a Non-GMO corn source.
Formulation
NOW Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM combines two well-known joint support ingredients in a vegetarian/vegan friendly formula that does not include shellfish-derived Glucosamine.*
NOW Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM combines two well-known joint support ingredients in a vegetarian/vegan friendly formula that does not include shellfish-derived Glucosamine.*
Vegetarian/Vegan
Non-GMO
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.
General Statements
Glucosamine is an essential building block for the formation of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) and proteoglycans, the main components of cartilage tissue.* These compounds attract water to form a joint cushion, providing lubrication and shock absorption.* MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) is an organic form of sulfur, a mineral necessary for the production of GAGs and proteoglycans.*
Natural color variation may occur in this product.
CAPSULE SIZE
Joint Health*
Joint Mobility and Comfort*
General Health Family owned since 1968.
NOW Foods developed the glucosamine test method chosen as the official AOACI industry standard method.
Please Recycle.
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.
Precautions
Caution: For adults only.
Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition (especially glaucoma).
Keep out of reach of children.
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
General
CODE 3131C V4
FDA Statement of Identity
A Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Non-GMO
GMP Quality Assured
Brand IP Statement(s)
GreenGrown and the GreenGrown logo are registered trademarks of Ethical Naturals, Inc.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
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Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM by NOW 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 Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM by NOW
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size3 Veg Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container80 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.
MSM
GreenGrown Glucosamine HCl
Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM by NOW Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM. 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 Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM, from the product label.
NOW
See all NOW products- Name
- NOW Foods
- Street Address
- 395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd.
- City
- Bloomingdale
- State
- IL
- ZipCode
- 60108
- Web Address
- nowfoods.com
Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM by NOW: Common Questions
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Where does this information come from?
Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Sources & How We Checked
Vegetarian Glucosamine & MSM'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.
Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.
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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