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Amla Capsules 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Grenera

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

Amla Capsules 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Grenera with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, cholesterol and heart health, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 208 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Amla powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Amla Capsules 500 mg by Grenera

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.

Grenera Amla Capsules contain one active ingredient: amla powder, also called Indian gooseberry, at 500 mg per capsule. The capsules also hold hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, an inactive ingredient used to form the capsule itself.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Indian Gooseberry's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Indian Gooseberry for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Dyslipidemia — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence we have shows amla is possibly effective for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and dyslipidemia (abnormal blood lipid levels). For high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) and male pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia), the evidence is insufficient to rate — we don't have enough reliable data yet to say whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Indian Gooseberry

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.

Amla is generally well tolerated when eaten as food, but safety data for supplement doses is less studied. The safety data we hold advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe at supplement doses.

In clinical trials, a small number of participants reported stomach discomfort or indigestion, one reported fatigue, and three reported musculoskeletal pain, but these were uncommon. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a bleeding disorder.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Indian Gooseberry

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 — Indian Gooseberry.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 208 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.

Before taking this product, check your medications with your doctor or pharmacist if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (anticoagulants, aspirin, clopidogrel), or diabetes medications. Amla may increase bleeding risk with the first group and lower blood sugar too much with the second.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Amla capsules may help with reflux or cholesterol, but they interact with blood thinners and diabetes drugs in ways that could affect how those medications work. If you take any anticoagulants, antiplatelets, aspirin, clopidogrel, or diabetes medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding require a conversation with your healthcare provider first.

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 Apr 21, 2023.

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 Amla Capsules 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Grenera
Barcode (UPC) 8907392001757
Net contents 2.1 Ounce(s); 60 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 21, 2023
DSLD ID 287093
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Organic
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Amla Capsules 500 mg by Grenera , 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
40
UPC/BARCODE
8907392001757
IngredientAmount% DV
Amla powder1500 mg--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take 3 capsules in the morning before or after breakfast to kick start your day.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if outer bottle seal is broken, missing or damaged.

If pregnant, nursing or taking other medications, please consult with a physician before use.

Storage

Keep in a cool dry place away from direct light.

Seals/Symbols

Star-K (Kosher)

Formula

Star-K (Kosher)

Amla 500 mg per capsule

Formulation

Vegan

Made with Organic Amla

Product of India

Certified Organic by Lacon Quality

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Dietary Supplement

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.

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Amla Capsules 500 mg by Grenera label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Amla Capsules 500 mg by Grenera

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

Serving size3 Capsule(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container40 Amounts shown are per serving.

Amla powder

Interacts with
208 drugs
1500 mg per serving

Indian gooseberry (amla) is a vitamin C-rich fruit used in Ayurvedic medicine for many purposes, from antioxidant support to cholesterol and digestion...

Amla powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Amla Capsules 500 mg by Grenera Drug Interactions

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208 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Amla Capsules 500 mg 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.

Amla powder4 drug types · 208 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg as a single dose or twice daily for 10 days reduces platelet aggregation by about 24% to 36%, increases bleeding time by about 3.8-5.9 seconds, and increases clotting time by about 9.8-12.7 seconds when compared to baseline. However, taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg along with clopidogrel 75 mg or ecosprin 75 mg, as a single dose or for 10 days, does not significantly reduce platelet aggregation or increase bleeding time or clotting time when compared with clopidogrel 75 mg or ecosprin 75 mg alone. Until more is known, use caution when taking Indian gooseberry in combination with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Antidiabetes Drugs

Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry fruit or fruit extract alone or in conjunction with antidiabetes medications can lower blood glucose levels. Dose adjustments to diabetes medications might be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Aspirin

Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with aspirin; however, research is conflicting.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg as a single dose or twice daily for 10 days reduces platelet aggregation by about 24% to 36%, increases bleeding time by about 3.8-5.9 seconds, and increases clotting time by about 9.8-12.7 seconds when compared to baseline. However, taking a single dose of Indian gooseberry 500 mg along with ecosprin 75 mg, or taking a combination of Indian gooseberry 500 mg twice daily plus ecosprin 75 mg once daily for 10 days, does not significantly reduce platelet aggregation or increase bleeding time or clotting time when compared with ecosprin 75 mg alone.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Clopidogrel (Plavix)

Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with clopidogrel; however, research is conflicting.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg as a single dose or twice daily for 10 days reduces platelet aggregation by about 24% to 36%, increases bleeding time by about 3.8-5.9 seconds, and increases clotting time by about 9.8-12.7 seconds when compared to baseline. However, taking a single dose of Indian gooseberry 500 mg along with clopidogrel 75 mg, or taking a combination of Indian gooseberry 500 mg twice daily plus clopidogrel 75 mg once daily for 10 days, does not significantly reduce platelet aggregation or increase bleeding time or clotting time when compared with clopidogrel 75 mg alone.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

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

Grenera

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Name
Grenera Nutrients Inc
Street Address
655 North Central Avenue, 17th floor
City
Glendale
State
CA
ZipCode
91203
Phone Number
1-844-473-6372
Web Address
www.greneraorganics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Amla Capsules 500 mg by Grenera : Common Questions

Does Amla Capsules 500 mg by Grenera interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Amla Capsules 500 mg has a known interaction with 208 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Amla Capsules 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.
Can I take this while I'm on diabetes medication?
Not without checking first. Amla can lower blood glucose, so taking it with diabetes drugs raises the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Your doctor or pharmacist may need to adjust your medication dose.
Is amla safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it. There isn't enough reliable information about amla at supplement doses during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What side effects were reported in studies?
A small number of people reported stomach discomfort or indigestion, one reported fatigue, and three reported musculoskeletal pain. These are uncommon, but let your healthcare provider know if you experience anything unusual.
Does amla actually work for GERD?
The evidence suggests it's possibly effective for GERD, meaning there's some clinical support but it's not definitive. Results vary from person to person.
Can I take this with aspirin or other blood thinners?
Probably not without your doctor's approval. Amla may increase bleeding risk when combined with aspirin, blood thinners like warfarin, or clopidogrel (Plavix). Check with your healthcare provider first.
What's in these capsules besides the active ingredient?
The capsules are made of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, a common capsule material. Amla powder is the only active ingredient.

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Amla Capsules 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 6 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.

Indian Gooseberry 6 references
  1. Sabu, M. C. and Kuttan, R. Anti-diabetic activity of medicinal plants and its relationship with their antioxidant property. J Ethnopharmacol. 2002;81(2):155-160. PubMed
  2. Fatima N, Pingali U, Muralidhar N. Study of pharmacodynamic interaction of Phyllanthus emblica extract with clopidogrel and ecosprin in patients with type II diabetes mellitus. Phytomedicine. 2014;21(5):579-85. PubMed
  3. Shanmugarajan D, Girish C, Harivenkatesh N, Chanaveerappa B, Prasanna Lakshmi NC. Antihypertensive and pleiotropic effects of Phyllanthus emblica extract as an add-on therapy in patients with essential hypertension-A randomized double-blind placebo-contro
  4. Akhtar MS, Ramzan A, Ali A, Ahmad M. Effect of amla fruit (Emblica officinalis Gaertn.) on blood glucose and lipid profile of normal subjects and type 2 diabetic patients. Int J Food Sci Nutr. 2011;62(6):609-16.
  5. Usharani P, Fatima N, Muralidhar N. Effects of Phyllanthus emblica extract on endothelial dysfunction and biomarkers of oxidative stress in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a randomized, double-blind, controlled study. Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes. 20 PubMed
  6. Majeed M, Mundkur L, Paulose S, Nagabhushanam K. Novel Emblica officinalis extract containing ß-glucogallin vs. metformin: a randomized, open-label, comparative efficacy study in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus patients with dyslipidemia. Food Fu

See these in context on the Indian Gooseberry monograph →

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