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Ingredients (1)
SAMe
25%Dose
200 mg
Target
800–1600 mg
Form
Premium
Other Ingredients (5)
Ascorbyl PalmitateAntioxidant
Fat-soluble form of vitamin C used as preservative
Calcium CarbonateBuffer
Common calcium salt used as a buffering agent, filler, or mineral fortification in supplements
Calcium CarbonateBuffer
Common calcium salt used as a buffering agent, filler, or mineral fortification in supplements
Hypoallergenic Plant FiberFiller
Plant-derived cellulose fiber used as a hypoallergenic filler, common in Thorne and Pure Encapsulations products
Capsule ShellCapsule
Generic capsule shell where the label does not specify the material. Common materials are hypromellose (HPMC) for vegetarian capsules and gelatin for traditional capsules — both are GRAS-listed and safe. Fish gelatin and pullulan variants also exist.
How to Take It
Best taken in the morning
Take in the morning on an empty stomach — it can be activating and may disturb sleep later in the day.
On an empty stomach
Space it a couple of hours from 5-HTP
On the label
As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, between meals, or as directed by a health professional.
Do not combine with St. John's Wort
Each of these raises serotonin activity on top of St. John's Wort, and together they can trigger serotonin syndrome — agitation, rapid heartbeat, raised blood pressure. Not without medical supervision.
General guidance based on the ingredients, not a substitute for the label or your doctor.
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$84.50
Pricier than 90% of 24 SAMe supplements
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and the National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. studied ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.