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Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Plum Flower

Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills label
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Tablet Or Pill Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills 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

Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills is a dietary supplement by Plum Flower with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and gas, cough and breathing complaints, skin conditions (topical).Based on those ingredients, 643 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Coptis chinensis Rhizome Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills by Plum Flower

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

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 2 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Extract Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (1,360 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains 2 active ingredients: aucklandia lappa root extract and coptis chinensis rhizome extract, blended in a proprietary formula. Both are traditional botanical extracts.

The tablet also includes inactive ingredients — magnesium silicate, microcrystalline cellulose, dextrin, and china wax — which serve as binders and fillers to hold the pill together.

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

The label doesn't state a purpose we can grade — see each ingredient's own graded uses on its monograph instead.

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

The data we hold does not establish effectiveness for either ingredient in this product. Aucklandia is traditionally used for intestinal parasites, but the evidence available to us is insufficient to rate it.

Coptis has no effectiveness ratings on file.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Costus Goldthread

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 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Aucklandia is generally well tolerated short-term, though human safety data are limited and product quality varies. Some people may experience allergic reactions or contact dermatitis.

Coptis may also be tolerated short-term by some adults, but safety data in humans are sparse. The product should be avoided during pregnancy: aucklandia is traditionally believed to stimulate the uterus, and coptis contains berberine, which is rated likely unsafe for the fetus.

Both ingredients should be avoided while breastfeeding — aucklandia has insufficient safety data, and berberine can pass into breast milk and may harm infants.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Costus Goldthread

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 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Goldthread.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: immunosuppressants / transplant drugs.
  • For scale: 644 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, check your medications against it — especially any drugs metabolized by the liver enzyme CYP3A4 (such as certain cholesterol lowerers, heart medications, and blood pressure drugs) and cyclosporine. The coptis ingredient can raise blood levels of these drugs and cause moderate-severity interactions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a traditional herbal product with limited human safety research. If you take any prescription medication — especially cholesterol drugs, heart meds, or immunosuppressants — check it against your medications first.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid it. Talk with your pharmacist about whether it's right for you.

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 Oct 24, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills, straight from the product label.

Brand Plum Flower
Barcode (UPC) 739934836125
Net contents 200 Pill(s); 1.2 Ounce(s); 34 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2023
DSLD ID 298522
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills by Plum Flower, 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:
8 Pill(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
8 Pill(s)
Servings per container
25
UPC/BARCODE
739934836125
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Extract Blend1360 mg--
Aucklandia lappa Root Extract0 NP--
Coptis chinensis Rhizome Extract0 NP--

Other ingredients: Magnesium Silicate, Hydrated, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dextrin, China Wax

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formula

Xiang Lian Wan

Unsulfured, preservative-free herbs when available Scientifically authenticated herbs

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Take 8 pills 3 times daily or as directed by your health care practitioner

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children

Formulation

US owned & operated since 1969. Made in China in partnership with the award-winning Lanzhou Foci Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd.

Plum Flower Quality Guarantee Microbial and heavy metal tested Produced at a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certified factory

No pharmaceuticals or dyes

Brand IP Statement(s)

Made in China in partnership with the award-winning Lanzhou Foci Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd.

Seals/Symbols

Foci Pharmaceutical

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Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills by Plum Flower label

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Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills by Plum Flower

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

Serving size8 Pill(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container25 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Proprietary Extract Blend

1360 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Magnesium Silicate, Hydrated, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dextrin, China Wax. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills by Plum Flower Drug Interactions

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643Drugs
643 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Coptis chinensis Rhizome Extract 643

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills interact with 643 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 2 ingredients in Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Coptis chinensis Rhizome Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills 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.

Coptis chinensis Rhizome Extract2 drug types · 643 drugs

Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)

Berberine, a constituent of goldthread, can reduce metabolism of cyclosporine and increase serum levels. It might inhibit cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4), which metabolizes cyclosporine.

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

There's very preliminary evidence that berberine, a constituent of goldthread, might inhibit cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) enzyme. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. However, watch for an increase in the levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 in patients taking goldthread. Some drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 include lovastatin (Mevacor), clarithromycin (Biaxin), indinavir (Crixivan), sildenafil (Viagra), triazolam (Halcion), and numerous others. Use goldthread cautiously or avoid in patients taking these drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Coptis chinensis Rhizome Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills, from the product label.

Plum Flower

Name
Mayway Herbs
City
Oakland
State
CA
Web Address
plumflowerherbs.com
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Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills by Plum Flower: Common Questions

Does Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills by Plum Flower interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills has a known interaction with 643 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
No. Aucklandia is traditionally believed to stimulate the uterus, and coptis contains berberine, which is rated likely unsafe for the fetus. Avoid it during pregnancy.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking this?
No. Aucklandia has insufficient safety data, and berberine from coptis can pass into breast milk and may harm infants. Avoid it while breastfeeding.
What is aucklandia used for?
Aucklandia is traditionally used for intestinal parasites, but we don't have enough reliable evidence to say how well it works for that purpose.
Can this cause allergic reactions?
Yes. Aucklandia may cause allergic reactions in some people, including contact dermatitis. Stop use and contact your doctor if you develop a rash or other signs of allergy.
How does this interact with my medications?
The coptis in this product can slow how your liver breaks down certain drugs, especially those processed by an enzyme called CYP3A4. This can raise drug levels in your blood. Use the medication checker on this page to look up your specific prescriptions.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Costus

Costus (Saussurea costus) is a root used in Ayurvedic, Unani, and traditional Chinese medicine, mostly for digestive and respiratory complaints. High-quality human evidence is very limited,...

Read the full Costus monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Goldthread

Interacts with 643 drugs

Goldthread is a traditional Chinese and East Asian herb whose root is rich in berberine, a compound being studied for blood sugar, cholesterol, and antimicrobial effects. Strong human eviden...

Read the full Goldthread monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Aucklandia & Coptis Teapills'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 9 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.

Costus 6 references
  1. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  2. Marzulli, F. N. and Maibach, H. I. Effects of vehicles and elicitation concentration in contact dermatitis testing. I. Experimental contact sensitization in humans. Contact Dermatitis 1976;2(6):325-329. PubMed
  3. Mitchell, J. C. Contact hypersensitivity to some perfume materials. Contact Dermatitis 1975;1(4):196-199. PubMed
  4. Benezra, C. and Epstein, W. L. Molecular recognition patterns of sesquiterpene lactones in costus-sensitive patients. Contact Dermatitis 1986;15(4):223-230. PubMed
  5. Mitchell, J. C. and Epstein, W. L. Contact hypersensitivity to a perfume material, Costus Absolute. The role of sesquiterpene lactones. Arch.Dermatol 1974;110(6):871-873. DOI
  6. Cheminat, A., Stampf, J. L., Benezra, C., Farrall, M. J., and Frechet, J. M. Allergic contact dermatitis to costus: removal of haptens with polymers. Acta Derm.Venereol. 1981;61(6):525-529. DOI

See these in context on the Costus monograph →

Goldthread 3 references
  1. Chan E. Displacement of bilirubin from albumin by berberine. Biol Neonate 1993;63:201-8. PubMed
  2. Wu X, Li Q, Xin H, Yu A, Zhong M. Effects of berberine on the blood concentration of cyclosporin A in renal transplanted recipients: clinical and pharmacokinetic study. Eur J Clin Pharmacol 2005;61:567-72. PubMed
  3. Chuang CH, Doyle P, Wang JD, et al. Herbal medicines used during the first trimester and major congenital malformations: an analysis of data from a pregnancy cohort study. Drug Saf 2006;29:537-48. PubMed

See these in context on the Goldthread monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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