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Ashwagandhahills Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Hills

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Capsule 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 Ashwagandhahills 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

Ashwagandhahills is a dietary supplement by Herbal Hills with 2 active ingredients. 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 Ashwagandha extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Ashwagandhahills by Herbal Hills

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
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Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Ashwagandha Hills contains 2 active ingredients: ashwagandha extract and ashwagandha powder. Both forms of ashwagandha are traditional adaptogens — plant extracts used to help your body manage stress and support restful sleep.

The product contains no inactive filler ingredients.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: stress management and nervous system support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Stress, Anxiety, Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), Fatigue, Insomnia, Psychological well-being — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Ashwagandha is rated "Possibly Effective" for Anxiety (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Ashwagandha is rated "Possibly Effective" for Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), Insomnia, Stress.
  • Also on file: Ashwagandha is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance, Chemotherapy-related fatigue, Fatigue.

The evidence supports ashwagandha's use for a few specific concerns. It's possibly effective for insomnia, anxiety, stress, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) — meaning there's preliminary evidence, but more rigorous research would strengthen the claim.

For bipolar disorder, the evidence isn't reliable enough to make a rating. Keep expectations grounded: ashwagandha may help, but it's not a cure-all.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Ashwagandha

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.

Ashwagandha is generally well tolerated in the short term for healthy adults, though long-term and quality safety data are limited. The most common side effects — diarrhea, stomach upset, nausea, and vomiting — don't typically occur at normal doses.

Drowsiness and headache have been reported. Rarely, serious liver problems have been documented in case reports.

Due to traditional concerns about miscarriage, avoid ashwagandha during pregnancy — the safety data advises against it. There isn't enough safety information for breastfeeding, so avoid it then too.

If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before considering this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Ashwagandha

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
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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 — Ashwagandha.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 1,373 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 if you use any drugs that damage the liver, sedatives or anti-anxiety medications, blood pressure drugs, diabetes medications, thyroid hormones, immunosuppressants, or certain medications your liver metabolizes quickly (especially theophylline, warfarin, or estrogens). These are the medication types ashwagandha interacts with — your pharmacist can tell you if your specific drugs are on that list.

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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 Hills is worth considering if you're looking to support sleep, anxiety, or stress, and you don't take medications that interact with ashwagandha. If you take any prescription drugs — especially for blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid, sedation, or immune health — check them against the interaction tool first.

Don't use this product if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk with your pharmacist to make sure it fits your health picture.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 28, 2019.

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 Ashwagandhahills, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Hills
Barcode (UPC) 8906008260045
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 28, 2019
DSLD ID 202476
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Halal
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Ashwagandhahills by Herbal Hills, 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:
1 Not Present
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Not Present
UPC/BARCODE
8906008260045
IngredientAmount% DV
Ashwagandha extract100 mg--
Ashwagandha powder250 mg--

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Formula

Ashwagandha is a traditional herb and is used since ancient times for a variety of conditions. It is considered to possess strong antioxidant properties. It may help nourish the nervous and immune system by normalizing energy levels and immune functions.

Halal India www.halalindia.com S No. 001548

Standardized extract 0.5% Withanolides, 0.8% Alkaloids

General Statements

Mfg. Lic. No. PD/AYU/002/10

(An ISO 22000:2005 Certified Company)

Stress Management

Ayurvedic Proprietary Medicine

Contents based on standard Raw Material as per Ayurvedic Text

Customer Care: 91 22 28686868 (10 a.m to 6 p.m on weekdays)

Seals/Symbols

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Halal India www.halalindia.com S No. 001548

ISO Certified Company 22000:2005

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take one Capsule twice daily, preferably after meals or as directed by a Physician. For better results it should be taken with warm water.

Precautions

Caution: Pregnant or lactating women are advised to consume herbal products under the advice of the physician.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if inner seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Ashwagandhahills by Herbal Hills

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Not Present Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.

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Ashwagandha extract

Interacts with
1,372 drugs
100 mg per serving

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...

Ashwagandha extract monograph & interactions

Ashwagandha powder

Interacts with
1,372 drugs
250 mg per serving Form: Alkaloids, Withanolides

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...

Ashwagandha powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Ashwagandhahills by Herbal Hills Drug Interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Ashwagandhahills interact with 1,372 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 2 ingredients in Ashwagandhahills interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Ashwagandha extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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Ashwagandha extract10 drug types · 1,372 drugs

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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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/]

Likelihood Possible Evidence C
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The maker

Brand information

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

Herbal Hills

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Name
Isha Agro Developers Pvt. Ltd.
Street Address
Unit # 36A/55AB, Lonavala Co.op. Indl. Est. Ltd.
City
Village-Nangargaon, Lonavala, Taluka-Maval, Dist. Pune
State
Maharashtra
ZipCode
410401
Phone Number
91 22 28686868
Web Address
www.herbalhills.in
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Ashwagandhahills by Herbal Hills: Common Questions

Does Ashwagandhahills by Herbal Hills interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Ashwagandhahills has a known interaction with 1,372 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Ashwagandhahills contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 ashwagandha help my insomnia?
Ashwagandha is possibly effective for insomnia — there's early evidence supporting it, but more research would make the case stronger. It may help you fall asleep or stay asleep, but results vary person to person.
What are the most common side effects?
Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset can happen, but they're uncommon at typical doses. Drowsiness and headache have also been reported. Most people taking ashwagandha don't experience side effects.
Can I take this while pregnant?
No — avoid ashwagandha during pregnancy. Traditional use and safety data point to a risk of miscarriage. If you're trying to conceive or are pregnant, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.
Is there a difference between the ashwagandha extract and powder in this product?
Both forms of ashwagandha in this capsule — the extract and the powder — have the same interaction and effectiveness profile. The product uses both to deliver ashwagandha's active compounds.
Will ashwagandha work for my anxiety?
Ashwagandha is possibly effective for anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Early evidence suggests it may help, but it's not guaranteed, and stronger research would help confirm how well it works.
How long does ashwagandha take to work?
The product facts don't specify how quickly ashwagandha begins working. This is a question worth asking your pharmacist — they can tell you what typical timing looks like based on the research and other customers' experiences.

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Ashwagandha

Interacts with 1,372 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 evidence is still limited. It is generally w...

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Ashwagandhahills'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 32 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.

Ashwagandha 32 references
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