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Aronia Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Aronia 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Aronia Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Aronia 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.

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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: aronia extract, derived from chokeberry. That's it — no fillers or binders are listed.

Aronia extract is a concentrated form of the compounds found in chokeberries, which are small dark berries with a tart flavor.

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

This is a single-ingredient Chokeberry product and its label doesn't state a use — see Chokeberry's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for aronia extract is mixed. For cardiovascular disease, the data suggests it is possibly ineffective.

For age-related cognitive decline, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), athletic performance, and cancer, there isn't enough reliable evidence in the data we hold to rate how well it works. If you're considering this supplement for one of those purposes, a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current research really shows may be helpful.

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.

Aronia extract is generally well tolerated when eaten as a food, but safety data for concentrated supplements in the amounts people typically use is limited — so caution is warranted. The most common side effects reported in studies are gastrointestinal: constipation, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting.

In small studies, when people drank chokeberry juice daily, a small to modest number of them experienced these effects — roughly 14% in one study and around 53% in another, depending on the dose and duration. Pregnancy and breastfeeding safety data isn't on file for this ingredient, so if you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to be, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it.

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, have your pharmacist review it against any blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, diabetes medications, trabectedin (if you're on chemotherapy), and any other drugs your liver processes — aronia extract can interfere with how your body handles these. Altogether, these interactions span 800 individual medications.

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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 extract may interest you if you're exploring berry-based supplements, but the evidence for specific health claims is weak or unknown. If you take any blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer drugs (especially trabectedin), or medications processed by your liver's CYP3A4 enzyme, you'll need to clear this with your pharmacist first.

Gastrointestinal side effects are common. Check your medications before you start.

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 Aronia Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X001Q7WHAX
Net contents 500 Gram(s); 17.6 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2024
DSLD ID 310817
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
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Aronia Extract by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
1000 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1000 mg
Servings per container
500
UPC/BARCODE
X001Q7WHAX
IngredientAmount% DV
Aronia extract1000 mg--

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & Pure Bulk Supplements

Formulation

Color may vary

Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1000 mg (about 1/3 tsp) once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place

Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur.

General Statements

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Aronia Extract label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Aronia Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size1000 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container500 Amounts shown are per serving.

Aronia extract

Interacts with
811 drugs
1000 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 extract monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Aronia Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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811 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Aronia extract 811

Individual Drug Interactions

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

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

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Aronia 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.

Aronia extract4 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
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The maker

Brand information

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

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
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Aronia Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Aronia Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Aronia Extract 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 Extract 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.
Will aronia extract help my heart health?
The evidence suggests it probably won't. For cardiovascular disease, aronia extract is rated possibly ineffective in the data we hold.
What are the most common side effects?
Gastrointestinal upset is the main concern — constipation, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting. In studies of people drinking chokeberry juice daily, between 14% and 53% experienced one of these effects, depending on the dose.
Is aronia extract safe during pregnancy?
We don't have safety data for this ingredient during pregnancy. If you're pregnant or planning to be, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it — they can give you personalized advice.
Why is there a warning about trabectedin?
One patient on trabectedin (a cancer drug) developed severe muscle breakdown after also consuming chokeberry juice. Aronia extract may slow your body's ability to break down this drug, causing it to build up to dangerous levels.
Can I take this with my blood thinner?
Not safely without checking with your pharmacist first. Aronia extract can reduce clot formation, which may increase bleeding risk if you're already on a blood thinner like warfarin or aspirin.

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The Full Monographs Behind Aronia Extract’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 →
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Sources & How We Checked

Aronia 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.

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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