Herbs
Piperine
Also called: black pepper extract, bioperine
The pungent compound of black pepper.
- Why people take it
- Absorption booster.
- What the evidence says
- Raises absorption of other compounds.
- How it is usually taken
- Usually 5 to 20 mg a day, mostly as an absorption booster.
- Be careful
- Can raise levels of many medicines.
- Medicines it can interact with
- Raises levels of many medicines, including phenytoin, propranolol and theophylline.
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Common questions
What is Piperine?
The pungent compound of black pepper.
Why do people take Piperine?
Absorption booster.
Does Piperine work?
Raises absorption of other compounds.
How much Piperine do people take?
Usually 5 to 20 mg a day, mostly as an absorption booster.
Is Piperine safe?
Can raise levels of many medicines.
Does Piperine interact with medicines?
Raises levels of many medicines, including phenytoin, propranolol and theophylline.
Sources and further reading
Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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