Aloe Vera Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Aloe Vera Extract 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
Aloe Vera Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for minor burns and skin irritation, wound healing, constipation.Based on those ingredients, 461 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Aloe vera Aerial Part Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Aloe Vera Extract 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: aloe vera aerial part extract. The facts don't specify whether this powder is from the gel, the latex (the yellow substance under the leaf skin), or a blend of both—that matters for interactions, since the latex carries most of the drug-interaction risk.
There are no inactive other ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Research suggests aloe vera is possibly effective for acne, obesity, diabetes, psoriasis, burns, and constipation. These are preliminary findings; the evidence isn't definitive, but there's enough data to suggest potential benefit.
If you're considering aloe for one of these uses, talk to your pharmacist or doctor about whether it's right for your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Topical aloe gel is generally well tolerated in typical doses. Oral aloe latex, though, carries greater risk—especially at high doses or with long-term use.
Common side effects from swallowing aloe include abdominal pain, cramps, and diarrhea. Rare serious effects include severe low potassium (hypokalemia), muscle weakness, irregular heartbeat, and pigment spots in the intestines (pseudomelanosis coli), which usually reverse once you stop.
The safety data advises against taking aloe by mouth during pregnancy because it may stimulate the uterus and act as a strong laxative. There isn't enough data to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Before taking this product, double-check with your pharmacist if you take digoxin (Lanoxin) for your heart—that's the most serious risk. Also verify blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs like warfarin (Coumadin), diabetes medications, diuretics (water pills), stimulant laxatives, or any drug metabolized by liver enzyme CYP1A2.
These all interact with aloe.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Aloe vera is possibly effective for several skin and digestive conditions, but it's only for short-term use and only if you don't take heart, blood-thinner, diabetes, or diuretic medications. If you take digoxin, warfarin, or any drug that lowers blood sugar or blood pressure, check your medications with the tool below first.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 22, 2024.
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General information
Key facts about Aloe Vera Extract, straight from the product label.
| Brand | BulkSupplements.com |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | X000Z9NBK3 |
| Net contents | 250 Gram(s); 8.8 Ounce(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 22, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 310636 |
| 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 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Aloe Vera Extract by BulkSupplements.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Aloe vera Aerial Part Extract | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: None
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Brand IP Statement(s)
BulkSupplements.com Clean & Pure Bulk Supplements
Formulation
Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives
Color may vary
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1000 mg (about 1/3 tsp) once daily with water, or as directed by a physician. Use topically as desired.
General Statements
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Storage
Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool place
FDA Disclaimer Statement
Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Precautions
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Aloe Vera Extract by BulkSupplements.com
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Serving size1000 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container250 Amounts shown are per serving.
Aloe vera Aerial Part Extract
Interacts with461 drugs
Aloe vera gel is widely used on the skin for minor burns and irritation, and some research suggests it may help. Aloe latex (the yellow part) is a str...
Aloe vera Aerial Part Extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Aloe Vera Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Aloe Vera Extract by BulkSupplements.com can interact with several medication types, and the most serious concern is digoxin (Lanoxin), a heart medication.
Overuse of aloe latex can deplete potassium, which raises the risk of digoxin toxicity and serious heart problems. Altogether, these interactions span 460 individual medications.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Aloe also increases bleeding risk when taken with blood thinners (anticoagulants) or antiplatelet drugs like warfarin (Coumadin), and it can worsen the blood-sugar-lowering effects of diabetes medications, raising the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Diuretic drugs (water pills) carry a Moderate risk because aloe can compound potassium loss.
Stimulant laxatives and aloe together may cause dangerous fluid and electrolyte loss.
Aloe may also reduce the effect of certain drugs broken down by liver enzyme CYP1A2—a Minor interaction. If you take any of these medication types, use the checker below to verify your exact drugs before starting this product.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Aloe Vera Extract interact with 461 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Aloe Vera Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Aloe vera Aerial Part Extract
Aspirin, PentazocineTalwin Compound
How Aspirin, Pentazocine interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe gel might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Aspirin, Pentazocine interactionAtenolol, ChlortalidoneAtenixCo, Tenoret 50, Totaretic
How Atenolol, Chlortalidone interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Atenolol, Chlortalidone interactionAtenolol, ChlorthalidoneTenoretic
How Atenolol, Chlorthalidone interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Atenolol, Chlorthalidone interactionAzilsartan, ChlorthalidoneEdarbyclor
How Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interactionBenazepril, HydrochlorothiazideLotensin HCT
How Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionBendroflumethiazideAprinox, Naturetin, Neo-NaClex
How Bendroflumethiazide interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bendroflumethiazide interactionBendroflumethiazide, NadololCorzide
How Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interactionBendroflumethiazide, PotassiumCentyl K, Neo-NaClex-K
How Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interactionBendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia SerpentinaRauzide
How Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interactionBenzthiazideExna
How Benzthiazide interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Benzthiazide interactionBetrixabanBevyxxa
How Betrixaban interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe gel might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Betrixaban interactionBisacodylDulcolax, Gentlax
How Bisacodyl interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractStimulant Laxatives Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk for fluid and electrolyte loss when taken with stimulant laxatives.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bisacodyl interactionBisacodyl, DocusateDulcolax Laxative Tabs
How Bisacodyl, Docusate interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractStimulant Laxatives Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk for fluid and electrolyte loss when taken with stimulant laxatives.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bisacodyl, Docusate interactionBisoprolol, HydrochlorothiazideZiac
How Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionBivalirudinAngiomax, Angiomax Rtu, Angiox
How Bivalirudin interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe gel might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bivalirudin interactionBromfenac SodiumBromsite, Prolensa
How Bromfenac Sodium interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe gel might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bromfenac Sodium interactionBumetanideBurinex
How Bumetanide interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bumetanide interactionBumetanide, PotassiumBurinex K
How Bumetanide, Potassium interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Bumetanide, Potassium interactionCabliviCablivi
How Cablivi interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe gel might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Cablivi interactionCaffeine, Potassium Salicylate, SalicylamideTrim-Elim
How Caffeine, Potassium Salicylate, Salicylamide interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Diuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Caffeine, Potassium Salicylate, Salicylamide interactionCanagliflozinInvokana
How Canagliflozin interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Aloe might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Canagliflozin interactionCanagliflozin, MetforminInvokamet
How Canagliflozin, Metformin interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Aloe might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Canagliflozin, Metformin interactionCanagliflozin, Metformin HydrochlorideInvokamet XR
How Canagliflozin, Metformin Hydrochloride interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Aloe might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Canagliflozin, Metformin Hydrochloride interactionCandesartan Cilexetil, HydrochlorothiazideAtacand HCT
How Candesartan Cilexetil, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Candesartan Cilexetil, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCangrelorKengreal
How Cangrelor interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe gel might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Cangrelor interactionCaptopril, HydrochlorothiazideAcezide, Capozide
How Captopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Captopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCasanthranolDoxidan Liquid Gels
How Casanthranol interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractStimulant Laxatives Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk for fluid and electrolyte loss when taken with stimulant laxatives.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Casanthranol interactionCasanthranol, DocusateDoxidan
How Casanthranol, Docusate interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractStimulant Laxatives Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk for fluid and electrolyte loss when taken with stimulant laxatives.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Casanthranol, Docusate interactionCasanthranol, Docusate PotassiumDialose Plus
How Casanthranol, Docusate Potassium interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractStimulant Laxatives Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk for fluid and electrolyte loss when taken with stimulant laxatives.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Casanthranol, Docusate Potassium interactionCasanthranol, Docusate SodiumPeri-Colace
How Casanthranol, Docusate Sodium interacts with Aloe Vera Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Aloe Vera Aerial Part ExtractStimulant Laxatives Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk for fluid and electrolyte loss when taken with stimulant laxatives.
Read the full Aloe Vera Aerial Part Extract + Casanthranol, Docusate Sodium interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Aloe Vera Extract with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Aloe vera Aerial Part Extract
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of adverse effects when taken with cardiac glycosides.
Overuse of aloe latex can increase the risk of adverse effects from cardiac glycoside drugs, such as digoxin, due to potassium depletion. Overuse of aloe, along with cardiac glycoside drugs, can increase the risk of toxicity.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, aloe gel might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research shows that aloe gel can inhibit platelet aggregation. This inhibition was greater than that seen with celecoxib, but less than that seen with aspirin.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Aloe might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Preliminary clinical research suggests aloe gel might lower blood glucose levels and have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs. Monitor blood glucose levels closely.
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretic drugs.
Overuse of aloe latex might compound diuretic-induced potassium loss, increasing the risk of hypokalemia.
Stimulant Laxatives
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk for fluid and electrolyte loss when taken with stimulant laxatives.
Due to cathartic laxative effects of aloe latex, concomitant use with other stimulant laxatives might compound fluid and electrolyte loss.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, aloe latex might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with warfarin.
Aloe latex has stimulant laxative effects. In some people aloe latex can cause diarrhea. Diarrhea can increase the effects of warfarin, increase international normalized ratio (INR), and increase the risk of bleeding. Advise patients who take warfarin not to take excessive amounts of aloe vera.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, aloe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that aloe extract induces CYP1A2 enzymes.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Aloe Vera Extract, from the product label.
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- 89011
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Aloe Vera Extract'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 41 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.
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