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Agaricus 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Agaricus 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, general wellness and antioxidant, adjunct interest during cancer care.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Agaricus Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract, Dried Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Agaricus 500 mg by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs

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: agaricus mushroom fruiting body extract in dried powder form, delivering 500 mg per capsule. The formula also includes inactive ingredients—pullulan polysaccharide, rice powder, bamboo extract powder, and rice extract blend—which serve as capsule material and flow agents.

Does it work?

Not established
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
Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Agaricus Mushroom's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: immune-modulating support and wellness.
  • We looked for evidence on: Cancer, Chemotherapy-induced adverse effects, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Diabetes, Hepatitis B, Hyperlipidemia — and 3 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Agaricus Mushroom is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cancer (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Agaricus Mushroom is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Chemotherapy-induced adverse effects, Diabetes, Hepatitis B, and more.

The evidence for agaricus mushroom isn't established in our data. We hold effectiveness ratings for several uses—allergic rhinitis (hay fever), osteoporosis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, chemotherapy-related side effects, and Crohn disease—and for all of them, the available evidence is insufficient to make a reliable rating.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Agaricus Mushroom

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.

Agaricus mushroom is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth as a food, though long-term safety as a supplement isn't well established. The most common side effects reported are abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, and nausea.

Rare but serious effects include allergic reactions, liver damage (hepatotoxicity), and a lung condition called interstitial lung disease (ILD). Three cases of severe liver damage have been reported in women with ovarian or breast cancer who took agaricus supplements while undergoing chemotherapy; two of those cases were fatal.

Allergic skin reactions (rash, lip swelling) have also been documented and resolved when the product was stopped. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety data, so supplement doses should be avoided.

The same applies to breastfeeding—there's not enough data to know it's safe, so it's best to skip it while nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Agaricus Mushroom

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Agaricus Mushroom.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you take antidiabetes drugs—insulin, metformin, sulfonylureas, or similar medications—double-check with your pharmacist before starting this product. There's a documented risk of low blood sugar when agaricus is combined with these medications.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product is for people interested in agaricus mushroom as a functional food ingredient, though its effectiveness for specific health conditions isn't well established in our data. If you take an antidiabetes medication, talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting—especially if you're already well controlled, since low blood sugar is a real risk.

The safety profile over the long term isn't fully known, and it's not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

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 Jul 25, 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 Agaricus 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs
Barcode (UPC) 679372005014
Net contents 100 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2024
DSLD ID 316657
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Agaricus 500 mg by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs, 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:
3 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
33
UPC/BARCODE
679372005014
IngredientAmount% DV
Agaricus Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract, Dried Powder1500 mg--

Other ingredients: Pullulan Polysaccharide, Rice, Powder, Bamboo Extract, Powder, Rice extract Blend

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Label statements
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Formula

Agaricus blazei murill, (Most commonly known as Agaricus), is one of the most exciting new herbs on the market today. It contains potent immune-modulating polysaccharides and is extremely safe and effective.

Agaricus 500 mg Each

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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take 3 capsules, 2 times per day or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs Health Deserves Cultivation

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Agaricus 500 mg by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Agaricus 500 mg by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs

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

Serving size3 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container33 Amounts shown are per serving.

1500 mg per serving Form: Agaricus blazei Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract, Dried, Powder

Agaricus mushroom (often Agaricus blazei/subrufescens) is a culinary and medicinal mushroom studied mostly for possible immune and antioxidant effects...

Agaricus Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract, Dried Powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Pullulan Polysaccharide, Rice, Powder, Bamboo Extract, Powder, Rice extract Blend. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Agaricus 500 mg by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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Agaricus Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract, Dried Powder1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking agaricus mushroom with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
In one clinical study in patients with type 2 diabetes who are stabilized on conventional oral hypoglycemic agents, 3 of 29 patients taking an agaricus mushroom extract 500 mg three times daily for 12 weeks reported hypoglycemia, compared to one of 29 patients in the placebo group.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Agaricus 500 mg, from the product label.

Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs

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Name
Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs
Phone Number
(888) 558-6642
Web Address
www.dragonherbs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Agaricus 500 mg by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs: Common Questions

Does Agaricus 500 mg by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Agaricus 500 mg has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Agaricus 500 mg 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.
Is agaricus mushroom safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data either way. The facts advise avoiding supplement doses of agaricus during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's right for you.
What are the most common side effects?
The most common ones reported are abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, and nausea. These are usually mild. Serious side effects are rare but can include allergic reactions, liver damage, and lung problems.
Does agaricus mushroom actually work for cancer or heart disease?
We don't have enough evidence to rate it for cancer, heart disease, or the other conditions on file—including hay fever, osteoporosis, chemotherapy side effects, or Crohn disease. You'd want to talk with your doctor about whether it fits your situation.
Can I take this if I'm on diabetes medication?
That's something to check with your pharmacist or doctor first. Agaricus can theoretically lower blood sugar, and in a study, a few people on diabetes medication reported low blood sugar after taking this dose. If you're already well controlled, the risk matters more.
What's actually in this capsule besides the mushroom?
The active ingredient is 500 mg of agaricus mushroom fruiting body extract. The inactive ingredients are pullulan polysaccharide (the capsule material), rice powder, bamboo extract powder, and rice extract blend—these are fillers and flow agents.

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Agaricus 500 mg'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.

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The 5 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.

Agaricus Mushroom 5 references
  1. Hsu CH, Liao YL, Lin SC, et al. The mushroom Agaricus Blazei Murill in combination with metformin and gliclazide improves insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes: a randomized, double-blinded, and placebo-controlled clinical trial. J Altern Complement Med 2
  2. Mukai H, Watanabe T, Ando M, Katsumata N. An alternative medicine, Agaricus blazei, may have induced severe hepatic dysfunction in cancer patients. Jpn J Clin Oncol 2006;36:808-10. PubMed
  3. Ohno S, Sumiyoshi Y, Hashine K, et al. Phase I clinical study of the dietary supplement, Agaricus blazei Murill, in cancer patients in remission. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2011, doi 10.1155/2011/192381.
  4. Suehiro M, Katoh N, Kishimoto S. Chelitis due to Agaricus blazei Murill mushroom extract. Contact Dermatitis 2007;56(5):293-4.
  5. Iwai N, Okuda T, Sawada R, et al. Interstitial lung disease associated with Agaricus blazei Murill in a patient with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma receiving gemcitabine-based therapy. Case Rep Gastroenterol 2022;16(1):229-234.

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