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Aronia Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Samsara Herbs

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Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Aronia 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.

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The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Aronia is a dietary supplement by Samsara Herbs with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, heart and blood vessel health, blood pressure support.Based on those ingredients, 811 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Aronia melanocarpa. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Aronia by Samsara 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 powder contains one active ingredient: aronia (chokeberry), a dark berry known for its polyphenol content. There are no other inactive ingredients listed.

The product is just the concentrated berry powder itself.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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 assessable

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: supports healthy immune response.
  • We looked for evidence on: Immune function, Infection prevention, Antioxidant support, Anti-inflammatory support.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence for aronia's effectiveness is limited. For cardiovascular disease, the data we hold rates it as possibly ineffective.

For age-related cognitive decline, age-related macular degeneration, athletic performance, and cancer, there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Chokeberry

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.

Chokeberry is generally well tolerated when eaten as a food, but supplement safety hasn't been well studied. Concentrated supplements like this powder haven't been thoroughly tested, so caution is warranted.

The most common side effects from drinking chokeberry juice in clinical trials were constipation, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting — a small number of participants in one study reported these, though another study found they were more common (around half the group) at higher doses. Little safety information exists for supplement amounts specifically.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Chokeberry

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 — Chokeberry.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 812 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, double-check with your pharmacist if you're on trabectedin (a cancer drug) — a documented case of serious harm exists. Also check if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel), diabetes medications, or any other drugs your liver metabolizes, since chokeberry may raise their levels.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Aronia is generally well tolerated as food, but concentrated supplements lack robust safety study. It does interact with blood thinners, diabetes drugs, and certain cancer medications — notably trabectedin, where a serious interaction has been reported.

If you take any prescription medication, especially for blood clotting, blood sugar, or cancer, check with your pharmacist before starting this.

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 May 22, 2020.

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 Aronia, straight from the product label.

Brand Samsara Herbs
Barcode (UPC) X000ZZ7WQV
Net contents 8 Ounce(s); 227 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2020
DSLD ID 220258
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
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 Aronia by Samsara 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:
2.85 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2.85 Gram(s)
Servings per container
80
UPC/BARCODE
X000ZZ7WQV
IngredientAmount% DV
Aronia melanocarpa2850 mg--

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Label statements
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Formula

Aronia 20:1 Concentrated extract

Description Aronia, also known as “Chokeberry”, is a hardy shrub, which is impervious to most plant diseases. It contains one of the highest ORAC counts of any plant in nature. It is a superfood which supports healthy immune response.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice USA Tested 3rd party USA tested

General Statements

About us At Samsara Herbs, we believe that all positive change in the world must first begin with positive change from within. We invite you to tap into your own infinite power through the use of our potent herbal extracts! We seek out only quality herbs from our trusted sources from around the world for use in our herbal extracts. Samsara Herbs, dedicated to empowering your life force!

Formulation

Full Spectrum herbal extracts are made by concentrating the herb into an extract form, while maintaining all of its original compounds. The ideal choice for those wanting a more potent version of a complete herbal powder.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Our water soluble herbal extracts are best mixed in juice or a smoothie, although mixing in water is perfectly fine if you can tolerate the taste.

Suggested Use: Take 1 Scoop 1-3 times per day or as recommended by your health care professional.

Storage

Storage Cool dry place, out of direct sunlight.

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.

Precautions

Caution: If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or taking medications, consult your hearth care professional before using this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

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Aronia by Samsara Herbs label

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Aronia label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Aronia by Samsara Herbs

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

Serving size2.85 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container80 Amounts shown are per serving.

Aronia melanocarpa

Interacts with
811 drugs
2850 mg per serving

Chokeberry (aronia) is a dark berry rich in antioxidants called polyphenols, and it's widely eaten as juice, jam, and supplements. Early research hint...

Aronia melanocarpa monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Aronia by Samsara Herbs Drug Interactions

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811 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Aronia melanocarpa 811

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Aronia interact with 811 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Aronia interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Aronia melanocarpa

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Aronia 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.

Aronia melanocarpa4 drug types · 811 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, chokeberry might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Clinical and in vitro research suggests that chokeberry extract can temporarily inhibit platelet aggregation and decrease clot formation.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, chokeberry might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Some clinical research shows that chokeberry decreases levels of blood glucose in some patients with diabetes. However, other clinical research suggests that chokeberry has no significant effect on blood glucose levels.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, chokeberry might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research shows that chokeberry inhibits CYP3A4. In humans, there is one case report of a drug interaction with trabectedin, a CYP3A4 substrate, which is hypothesized to have been caused by chokeberry inhibition of CYP3A4.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Trabectedin (Yondelis)

Theoretically, chokeberry might increase the effects and adverse effects of trabectedin.
In one case report, a patient drinking chokeberry juice developed rhabdomyolysis induced by trabectedin, a cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) substrate. It is possible that inhibition of CYP3A4 by chokeberry juice might have inhibited the metabolism of trabectedin and increased trabectedin levels in this patient.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Aronia melanocarpa full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Aronia, from the product label.

Samsara Herbs

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Name
Aspen Copacking
Street Address
810 North 2800 West
City
Lindon
State
Utah
ZipCode
84042
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Aronia by Samsara Herbs: Common Questions

Does Aronia by Samsara Herbs interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Aronia has a known interaction with 811 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Aronia 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.
What is aronia, and why is it in this powder?
Aronia is also called chokeberry — a dark berry with high polyphenol content. It's been studied for cardiovascular and brain health, though evidence is limited.
Can I take this if I'm on warfarin or another blood thinner?
Not without checking first. Chokeberry may increase bleeding risk by slowing clot formation. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before adding this supplement.
What side effects should I watch for?
The most common are constipation, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting. These tend to be mild, but they were more frequent in studies using higher doses.
Is this safe to take while breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on chokeberry and breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're nursing.
Does this really help with heart health or memory?
The evidence is weak. For heart disease, research rates it as possibly ineffective. For memory and age-related vision loss, there isn't enough reliable evidence to know whether it works.

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The Full Monographs Behind Aronia’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Chokeberry

Interacts with 811 drugs

Chokeberry (aronia) is a dark berry rich in antioxidants called polyphenols, and it's widely eaten as juice, jam, and supplements. Early research hints it may support heart health, blood pre...

Read the full Chokeberry monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Aronia'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.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 8 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.

Chokeberry 8 references
  1. Sikora J, Broncel M, Markowicz M, Chalubinski M, Wojdan K, Mikiciuk-Olasik E. Short-term supplementation with Aronia melanocarpa extract improves platelet aggregation, clotting, and fibrinolysis in patients with metabolic syndrome. Eur J Nutr. 2012 Aug;51 PubMed
  2. Simeonov SB, Botushanov NP, Karahanian EB, Pavlova MB, Husianitis HK, Troev DM. Effects of Aronia melanocarpa juice as part of the dietary regimen in patients with diabetes mellitus. Folia Med (Plovdiv). 2002;44(3):20-3.
  3. Savikin K, Menkovic N, Zdunic G, Pljevljakusic D, Spasic S, Kardum N, Konic-Ristic A. Dietary supplementation with polyphenol-rich chokeberry juice improves skin morphology in cellulite. J Med Food. 2014 May;17(5):582-7. PubMed
  4. Bräunlich M, Christensen H, Johannesen S, Slimestad R, Wangensteen H, Malterud KE, Barsett H. In vitro inhibition of cytochrome P450 3A4 by Aronia melanocarpa constituents. Planta Med. 2013 Jan;79(2):137-41. PubMed
  5. Strippoli S, Lorusso V, Albano A, Guida M. Herbal-drug interaction induced rhabdomyolysis in a liposarcoma patient receiving trabectedin. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2013 Jul 30;13:199. PubMed
  6. Ryszawa N, Kawczynska-Drózdz A, Pryjma J, Czesnikiewicz-Guzik M, Adamek-Guzik T, Naruszewicz M, Korbut R, Guzik TJ. Effects of novel plant antioxidants on platelet superoxide production and aggregation in atherosclerosis. J Physiol Pharmacol. 2006 Dec;57(
  7. Milutinovic M, Velickovic Radovanovic R, Savikin K, et al. Chokeberry juice supplementation in type 2 diabetic patients - impact on health status. J Appl Biomed 2019;17(4):218-224. PubMed
  8. Lackner S, Sconocchia T, Ziegler T, et al. Immunomodulatory effects of aronia juice polyphenols-results of a randomized placebo-controlled human intervention study and cell culture experiments. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022;11(7):1283. PubMed

See these in context on the Chokeberry monograph →

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