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Ba Ji Tian Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

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Liquid 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 Ba Ji Tian 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

Ba Ji Tian is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for kidney 'yang' tonic in traditional chinese medicine, low libido and erectile concerns, bone and joint health.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are wildcrafted Ba Ji Tian (Morindae officinalis) dried root liquid extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Ba Ji Tian by Herbal Terra

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: wildcrafted ba ji tian (Morindae officinalis) dried root in liquid extract form. Ba ji tian is a root used in traditional herbal practice.

The liquid also includes menstruum as an inactive ingredient (a solvent used to extract and preserve the herb).

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Ba Ji Tian's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Ba Ji Tian for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Depression — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Ba ji tian is rated possibly effective for depression based on the evidence we hold. That means some research suggests it may help, but we don't yet have enough robust human studies to call it clearly proven.

If you're considering it for depression or another use, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the current evidence fits your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Ba Ji Tian

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Ba Ji Tian is generally used in traditional herbal practice, but human safety data are limited — we don't have detailed studies on how it affects most people over time. The safety data advise against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe in those situations.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning either, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Ba Ji Tian

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 — Ba Ji Tian.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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.

If you take any antidiabetes medication — such as glimepiride or other drugs that manage blood sugar — check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting ba ji tian. This product may raise or lower blood glucose levels, which could mean your medication dose needs adjusting and your blood sugar will need close watching.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Ba Ji Tian may be worth considering if you're exploring herbal options for depression, though the evidence is still developing. If you take any blood sugar medication, you'll need to monitor your glucose closely and work with your doctor on dosing.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Steer clear and talk with your doctor or pharmacist about alternatives.

For any other questions about how it fits your health picture, check with your own healthcare provider.

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 Nov 21, 2020.

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 Ba Ji Tian, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7429523966939
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2020
DSLD ID 233875
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Ba Ji Tian by Herbal Terra, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
7429523966939
IngredientAmount% DV
wildcrafted Ba Ji Tian (Morindae officinalis) dried root liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Direction Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz of juice or water up to 4 times a day. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Notice This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Formulation

Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility

Sugar free

Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Super concentrated liquid herbal extract

Non GMO

No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free

Precautions

Caution May have contraindications.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

Formula

Morindae officinalis

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free

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Ba Ji Tian by Herbal Terra label

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Ba Ji Tian label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Ba Ji Tian by Herbal Terra

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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Wildcrafted Ba Ji Tian (Morindae officinalis) dried root liquid extract

Interacts with
86 drugs
970 mg per serving

Ba Ji Tian is a root used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, mostly to 'tonify the kidneys' and support energy, sexual function, and bone health. Modern...

Wildcrafted Ba Ji Tian (Morindae officinalis) dried root liquid extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Ba Ji Tian by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

wildcrafted Ba Ji Tian (Morindae officinalis) dried root liquid extract 86

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Ba Ji Tian interact with 86 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Ba Ji Tian interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. wildcrafted Ba Ji Tian (Morindae officinalis) dried root liquid extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Ba Ji Tian 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.

wildcrafted Ba Ji Tian (Morindae officinalis) dried root liquid extract1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Animal research shows that taking ba ji tian extracts might increase or decrease blood glucose levels. Theoretically ba ji tian might have additive effects or attenuate the effects antidiabetes drugs. Monitor blood glucose levels closely; dose adjustments of antidiabetes drugs might be necessary. Some antidiabetes drugs include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, metformin (Glucophage), pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazone (Avandia), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
wildcrafted Ba Ji Tian (Morindae officinalis) dried root liquid extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Ba Ji Tian, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra
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Ba Ji Tian by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Ba Ji Tian by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Ba Ji Tian has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Ba Ji Tian 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 ba ji tian work for my depression?
Ba ji tian is rated possibly effective for depression, which means some research suggests it may help — but we don't have enough human studies yet to say for certain. Whether it's right for you depends on your overall health and other medications. Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist to see if it makes sense for you.
Is it safe to take while pregnant?
No — the safety data advise against ba ji tian during pregnancy because there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what options might work for you during pregnancy.
Can I breastfeed while taking this?
No — there's no reliable safety data for ba ji tian during breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid it. Chat with your doctor or pharmacist about what's safe if you're nursing.
Why is ba ji tian a liquid instead of a capsule?
Liquid extracts allow the herb to be dissolved in a solvent (menstruum) for easier absorption and dosing. Both forms deliver the herb; the choice often comes down to convenience and how you prefer to take supplements.
Are there any side effects I should know about?
We hold no documented adverse effects for ba ji tian in our data. That said, human safety data are limited overall — if you notice anything unusual after starting it, let your doctor or pharmacist know.
What's menstruum in the ingredient list?
Menstruum is a solvent — essentially a liquid used to extract the ba ji tian herb and keep it dissolved in the bottle. It's an inactive ingredient and part of how liquid herbal extracts are made.

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The Full Monographs Behind Ba Ji Tian’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Ba Ji Tian

Interacts with 86 drugs

Ba Ji Tian is a root used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, mostly to 'tonify the kidneys' and support energy, sexual function, and bone health. Modern evidence in humans is very limited, and...

Read the full Ba Ji Tian monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Ba Ji Tian'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 2 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.

Ba Ji Tian 2 references
  1. Soon, Y. Y. and Tan, B. K. Evaluation of the hypoglycemic and anti-oxidant activities of Morinda officinalis in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Singapore Med J 2002;43(2):077-085.
  2. Du Y, Zheng Q, Ou ZH, et al. Efficacy and safety of Morinda officinalis oligosaccharide capsules for depressive disorder: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Braz J Psychiatry 2021;43(3):306-313. PubMed

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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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