Astragalus Dried Root Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbs Etc.
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Astragalus Dried Root Extract is a dietary supplement by Herbs Etc. with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, colds and flu, upper respiratory infections.Based on those ingredients, 208 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Astragalus. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Astragalus Dried Root Extract by Herbs Etc.
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Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.
Why this rating?
- The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 1 active ingredient.
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 — Astragalus.
- The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
- Some involve high-stakes drug classes: immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications; lithium.
- 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.
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.
HelloPharmacist summaryFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 24, 2013.
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 Astragalus Dried Root Extract, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbs Etc. |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 765704003015 |
| Net contents | 1 fl. Oz.; 29.5 mL |
| Market status | Off market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 24, 2013 |
| DSLD ID | 28069 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Astragalus Dried Root Extract by Herbs Etc., sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Astragalus | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: 70% Grain Alcohol, purified Water
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General Statements
HERBAL SINGLE
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTH
Strengths & Tonifies the Immune System
Best if sold by: 7 June 2016 QC No. AF00000
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Take 30 drops in water twice a day. For best results, take for 100 days or more.
FDA Statement of Identity
Fast-Acting Dietary Supplement
Precautions
Warning: Use cautiously with immune suppressant drugs such as cyclosporine and corticosteroids.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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Astragalus Dried Root Extract by Herbs Etc. label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Astragalus Dried Root Extract by Herbs Etc.
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Serving size30 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Amounts shown are per serving.
Astragalus
Interacts with208 drugs
Astragalus is a root used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine, mainly to support the immune system and help the body cope with stress. While...
Astragalus monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: 70% Grain Alcohol, Purified Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Astragalus Dried Root Extract by Herbs Etc. Drug Interactions
Astragalus Dried Root Extract contains a single active ingredient, and it has known interactions with 208 medications. Here’s the picture, then you can look up your own drug.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Astragalus Dried Root Extract interact with 208 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Astragalus Dried Root Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Astragalus
Linagliptin, Metformin HydrochlorideJentadueto XR
How Linagliptin, Metformin Hydrochloride interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Linagliptin, Metformin Hydrochloride interactionLiraglutideVictoza
How Liraglutide interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Liraglutide interactionLiraglutide RecombinantSaxenda
How Liraglutide Recombinant interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Liraglutide Recombinant interactionLithium Carbonate (prescription Drug)Eskalith, Lithium Carbonate
How Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusLithium Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might increase levels and adverse effects of lithium.
Read the full Astragalus + Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interactionLixisenatideAdlyxin
How Lixisenatide interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Lixisenatide interactionLumateperoneCaplyta
How Lumateperone interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Lumateperone interactionLymphocyte Immune GlobulinAtgam
How Lymphocyte Immune Globulin interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Lymphocyte Immune Globulin interactionMercaptopurinePurixan
How Mercaptopurine interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Mercaptopurine interactionMetforminGlucophage, Metformin
How Metformin interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Metformin interactionMetformin HydrochlorideRiomet ER
How Metformin Hydrochloride interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Metformin Hydrochloride interactionMetformin XrGlucophage XR
How Metformin Xr interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Metformin Xr interactionMetformin, LinagliptinJentadueto
How Metformin, Linagliptin interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Metformin, Linagliptin interactionMetformin, RosiglitazoneAvandamet
How Metformin, Rosiglitazone interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Metformin, Rosiglitazone interactionMetformin, SitagliptinJanumet, Janumet XR
How Metformin, Sitagliptin interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Metformin, Sitagliptin interactionMethylprednisoloneMedrol, Medrol Dosepak
How Methylprednisolone interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Methylprednisolone interactionMiglitolGlyset
How Miglitol interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Miglitol interactionMirikizumab-mrkzOmvoh
How Mirikizumab-mrkz interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Mirikizumab-mrkz interactionMosunetuzumab-axgbLunsumio
How Mosunetuzumab-axgb interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Mosunetuzumab-axgb interactionMuraglitazarPargluva
How Muraglitazar interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Muraglitazar interactionMuromonab-cd3Orthoclone OKT3
How Muromonab-cd3 interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Muromonab-cd3 interactionMycophenolate MofetilCellCept
How Mycophenolate Mofetil interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Mycophenolate Mofetil interactionNatalizumabTysabri
How Natalizumab interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Natalizumab interactionNateglinideStarlix
How Nateglinide interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Astragalus + Nateglinide interactionNelarabineAtriance
How Nelarabine interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Nelarabine interactionOcrelizumabOcrevus
How Ocrelizumab interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Ocrelizumab interactionOfatumumabKesimpta
How Ofatumumab interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Ofatumumab interactionOmacetaxine MepesuccinateSynribo
How Omacetaxine Mepesuccinate interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Omacetaxine Mepesuccinate interactionOmalizumabXolair
How Omalizumab interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Omalizumab interactionOzanimod HydrochlorideZeposia
How Ozanimod Hydrochloride interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Ozanimod Hydrochloride interactionPalbociclibIbrance
How Palbociclib interacts with Astragalus Dried Root Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AstragalusImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Astragalus + Palbociclib interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Astragalus Dried Root 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.
Astragalus
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking astragalus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical research in humans shows that astragalus might have hypoglycemic effects. Theoretically, taking astragalus, especially in combination with other hypoglycemic agents, might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Cyclophosphamide
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with cyclophosphamide therapy.
Evidence regarding the effect of astragalus on immunosuppression caused by cyclophosphamide is conflicting. Some animal research suggests that astragalus reverses cyclophosphamide-induced immunosuppression. However, other animal research shows no effect.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, astragalus might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Astragalus seems to stimulate immune function. Theoretically, taking astragalus might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Lithium
Theoretically, astragalus might increase levels and adverse effects of lithium.
Animal research suggests that astragalus has diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to this diuretic effect, astragalus might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Astragalus Dried Root Extract, from the product label.
Herbs Etc.
- Name
- Herbs, Etc.
- Street Address
- 1340 Rufina Cr.
- City
- Santa Fe
- State
- NM
- ZipCode
- 87507
- Web Address
- www.herbsetc.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Astragalus Dried Root Extract’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Astragalus Dried Root 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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
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The 13 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.
Astragalus 13 references
- Upton R, ed. Astragalus Root: Analytical, quality control, and therapeutic monograph. Santa Cruz, CA: American Herbal Pharmacopoeia. 1999:1-25.
- Khoo KS, Ang PT. Extract of astragalus membranaceus and ligustrum lucidum does not prevent cyclophosphamide-induced myelosuppression. Singapore Med J 1995;36:387-90.
- Chu DT, Wong WL, Mavligit GM. Immunotherapy with Chinese medicinal herbs. II. Reversal of cyclophosphamide-induced immune suppression by administration of fractionated Astragalus membranaceus in vivo. J Clin Lab Immunol 1988;25:125-9.
- Sun Y, Hersh EM, Lee SL, et al. Preliminary observations on the effects of the Chinese medicinal herbs Astragalus membranaceus and Ligustrum lucidum on lymphocyte blastogenic responses. J Biol Response Mod 1983;2:227-37..
- Ma J, Peng A, Lin S. Mechanisms of the therapeutic effect of astragalus membranaceus on sodium and water retention in experimental heart failure. Chin Med J (Engl) 1998;111:17-23.
- Matkovic Z, Zivkovic V, Korica M, et al. Efficacy and safety of Astragalus membranaceus in the treatment of patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis. Phytother Res 2010;24:175-81.
- Zhang, J. G., Yang, N., He, H., Wei, G. H., Gao, D. S., Wang, X. L., Wang, X. Z., and Song, G. Y. [Effect of Astragalus injection on plasma levels of apoptosis-related factors in aged patients with chronic heart failure.]. Chin J Integr.Med 2005;11(3):18 PubMed
- Chen, H. W., Lin, I. H., Chen, Y. J., Chang, K. H., Wu, M. H., Su, W. H., Huang, G. C., and Lai, Y. L. A novel infusible botanically-derived drug, PG2, for cancer-related fatigue: a phase II double-blind, randomized placebo-controlled study. Clin Invest PubMed
- Tian H, Lu J, He H, et al.The effect of Astragalus as an adjuvant treatment in type 2 diabetes mellitus: A (preliminary) meta-analysis. J Ethnopharmacol. 2016;191:206-215. doi: 10.1016/j.jep.2016.05.062. PubMed
- Hong KF, Liu PY, Zhang W, Gui DK, Xu YH. The Efficacy and Safety of Astragalus as an Adjuvant Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Integr Complement Med 2023. PubMed
- Chan KW, Kwong ASK, Tsui PN, et al. Add-on astragalus in type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease: A multi-center, assessor-blind, randomized controlled trial. Phytomedicine 2024;130:155457. PubMed
- Han X, Yu T, Chen X, Du Z, Yu M, Xiong J. Effect of Astragalus membranaceus on left ventricular remodeling in HFrEF: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Front Pharmacol 2024;15:1345797. PubMed
- Jing P, Hongzheng H, Zhenqi WU, Meijuan Z, Zuojing LI, Gang C. Long-term efficacy and safety of Huangqi ()-based Traditional Chinese Medicine in diabetic peripheral neuropathy: a Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. J Tradit Chin Med 2024;44(2):
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