Ashwagandha Liquid Drops Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by BareOrganics
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Ashwagandha Liquid Drops 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
Ashwagandha Liquid Drops is a dietary supplement by BareOrganics with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for stress and anxiety, sleep problems, fatigue and low energy.Based on those ingredients, 1,372 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are organic Ashwagandha extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: ashwagandha extract in a liquid drop form. Ashwagandha is a traditional herb that's been studied for its effects on stress, anxiety, and sleep.
The drops are made with organic glycerin and deionized water as inactive ingredients to deliver the extract.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Ashwagandha is possibly effective for insomnia, anxiety, stress, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) according to the evidence we hold. The data on its use for bipolar disorder isn't yet strong enough to rate.
So if you're thinking about it for sleep or everyday worry, there's some preliminary support — but it's not a proven cure-all, and results vary from person to person.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Ashwagandha is generally well tolerated short-term in healthy adults, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects with typical doses are mild — diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea, or vomiting — but these don't happen often.
Rarely, case reports have raised concerns about serious liver problems, including acute liver failure. There's also one report of reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (abnormal blood vessel narrowing in the brain) in someone taking ashwagandha alongside other medications.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are important safety points. Ashwagandha is rated likely unsafe in pregnancy because it's traditionally thought to risk miscarriage — the safety data advises against it.
There isn't enough information to know if it's safe while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before use if you're nursing or planning to nurse.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check your medications against this product if you take CNS depressants (opioids, alcohol, sleep aids), blood-pressure medications, diabetes drugs, benzodiazepines, immunosuppressants, thyroid hormones, or any other drugs known to affect the liver. All of these carry Moderate-severity interactions with ashwagandha.
Additionally, certain drugs processed by the liver enzyme CYP1A2 may have minor interactions.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Ashwagandha may help with sleep, anxiety, and stress if the preliminary evidence holds for you personally. But it interacts with a lot of medications — blood-pressure drugs, sedatives, diabetes medications, benzodiazepines, thyroid hormones, and drugs that strain the liver — so check your exact medications with the tool on this page before you start.
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your pharmacist or doctor first. Quality and long-term safety data are still limited.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 22, 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
General information
Key facts about Ashwagandha Liquid Drops, straight from the product label.
| Brand | BareOrganics |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 811079032799 |
| Net contents | 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 22, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 291757 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Organic |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Ashwagandha Liquid Drops by BareOrganics, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Ashwagandha | 667 mg | -- |
| organic Ashwagandha extract | 1 mL | -- |
Other ingredients: organic Glycerin, deionized Water
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Formula
Ashwagandha Root is an adaptogenic herb believed to support a healthy response to occasional stress.
Kosher
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Take 30 drops (about 1 dropperful) 1-3 times per day or as needed, in water, juice, tea, or directly in mouth.
Shake well before using.
Formulation
Organic
Vegan
Non-GMO Gluten free
Supports a healthy stress response
Certified Organic by: Organic Certifiers
For the relief of occasional stress.
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.
Brand IP Statement(s)
BareOrganics Superfoods to nourish your life.
Seals/Symbols
USDA Organic
K Parve (Kosher) K-1604
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Precautions
Warning: Do not take during pregnancy.
Keep out of reach of children.
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Ashwagandha Liquid Drops by BareOrganics label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Ashwagandha Liquid Drops by BareOrganics
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Organic Ashwagandha extract
Interacts with1,372 drugs
Ashwagandha is an Ayurvedic herb most often taken to help with stress, anxiety, and sleep, and some small studies suggest it may help, though the evid...
Organic Ashwagandha extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Organic Glycerin, Deionized Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Ashwagandha Liquid Drops by BareOrganics Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
BareOrganics Ashwagandha Liquid Drops contains ashwagandha, which interacts with a number of medications.
The most serious interactions are Moderate in severity. Ashwagandha can increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants — drugs like opioids, alcohol, and sleeping pills.
It may also boost the blood-pressure-lowering power of antihypertensive drugs, raising the risk of low blood pressure (hypotension). Similarly, it can amplify the blood-sugar-lowering effects of diabetes medications, creating a risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Ashwagandha also interacts with benzodiazepines (such as diazepam and clonazepam), potentially increasing their sedative effects. It may interfere with immunosuppressant drugs — used after transplants or for certain autoimmune conditions — by boosting immune activity and reducing their effectiveness.
There's also concern about additive effects when combined with thyroid hormones, which could amplify both the benefits and side effects. Finally, ashwagandha has been linked to liver damage in rare cases, so using it alongside other hepatotoxic drugs (medications known to strain the liver) warrants caution.
A minor interaction exists with certain drugs broken down by the liver enzyme CYP1A2.
Altogether, these interactions span 1,351 individual medications. Before you start this product, run your exact medications through the checker below.
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The ingredients in Ashwagandha Liquid Drops interact with 1,372 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
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6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Organic Ashwagandha Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Organic Ashwagandha Extract + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Ashwagandha Liquid Drops — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Organic Ashwagandha Extract + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Organic Ashwagandha Extract + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Ashwagandha Liquid Drops — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Ashwagandha ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might decrease the effects of immunosuppressants.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Antidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Organic Ashwagandha Extract + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Ashwagandha Liquid Drops — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Ashwagandha ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Organic Ashwagandha Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Ashwagandha Liquid Drops — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Organic Ashwagandha Extract + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Organic Ashwagandha Extract + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
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How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Ashwagandha Liquid Drops — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Serotonergic Drugs +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +3 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractSerotonergic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Some animal studies have reported that ashwagandha can enhance serotonergic transmission by altering certain serotonin (5-HT) receptors.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Organic Ashwagandha ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Organic Ashwagandha Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Ashwagandha Liquid Drops 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.
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Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
There is preliminary clinical evidence suggesting that ashwagandha might lower blood glucose levels. Theoretically, ashwagandha might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Animal research suggests that ashwagandha might lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Theoretically, ashwagandha might have additive effects when used with antihypertensive drugs and increase the risk of hypotension.
Benzodiazepines
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might increase the sedative effects of benzodiazepines.
There is preliminary evidence that ashwagandha might have an additive effect with diazepam (Valium) and clonazepam (Klonopin). This may also occur with other benzodiazepines.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Ashwagandha seems to have sedative effects. Theoretically, this may potentiate the effects of barbiturates, other sedatives, and anxiolytics.
Hepatotoxic Drugs
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Ashwagandha has been linked to cases of acute hepatitis, liver failure, hepatic encephalopathy, autoimmune hepatitis, the need for liver transplantation, and death due to liver failure.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, taking ashwagandha might decrease the effects of immunosuppressants.
Ashwagandha has demonstrated immunostimulant effects in humans. Animal research has shown that ashwagandha can attenuate the immunosuppression caused by cyclophosphamide.
Thyroid Hormone
Ashwagandha might increase the effects and adverse effects of thyroid hormone.
Concomitant use of ashwagandha with thyroid hormones may cause additive therapeutic and adverse effects. Preliminary clinical research and animal studies suggest that ashwagandha boosts thyroid hormone synthesis and secretion. In one clinical study, ashwagandha increased triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) levels by 41.5% and 19.6%, respectively, and reduced serum TSH levels by 17.4% from baseline in adults with subclinical hypothyroidism.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that ashwagandha extract induces CYP1A2 enzymes.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, ashwagandha might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research shows that ashwagandha extract induces CYP3A4 enzymes.
Serotonergic Drugs
Some animal studies have reported that ashwagandha can enhance serotonergic transmission by altering certain serotonin (5-HT) receptors. However, there is no evidence to suggest that ashwagandha increases the risk of serotonin-related effects, and there have been no published case reports of serotonin syndrome when combined with other serotonergic drugs. Nevertheless, due to the lack of extensive studies on the matter and the fact that ashwagandha appears to affect serotonergic pathways, it would be prudent to exercise caution when combining it with drugs that affect serotonin. [References: - Effects of Withania somnifera (Ashwaga ndha) on Stress and the Stress-Related Neuropsychiatric Disorders Anxiety, Depression, and Insomnia. Curr Neuropharmacol. 2021 Sep 14; 19: 1468–1495. - A Prospective, Randomized Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of Safety and Efficacy of a High-Concentration Full-Spectrum Extract of Ashwagandha Root in Reducing Stress and Anxiety in Adults. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3573577/]
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Ashwagandha Liquid Drops, from the product label.
BareOrganics
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- BareOrganics
- Street Address
- 9160 E. Bahia Dr.
- City
- Scottsdale
- State
- AZ
- ZipCode
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The 32 references behind this product’s interaction data
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Ashwagandha 32 references
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- Pusec CM, Wolsky R, Llerena C, Sura P. A Case of Supplement-Induced Hepatitis. Cureus 2022;14(10):e30433. PubMed
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