Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbadiet
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract 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
Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract is a dietary supplement by Herbadiet with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and cognitive support, anxiety and stress, adhd symptoms.Based on those ingredients, 1,192 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bacopa leaf extract, Gotu Kola leaf extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract by Herbadiet
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains 2 active ingredients: bacopa leaf extract and gotu kola leaf extract. Both are traditional herbs used to support brain and memory function, though their effectiveness for specific conditions has not been well established in clinical trials.
The capsule shell is made from vegetable cellulose.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence supporting bacopa for Alzheimer disease, sexual dysfunction, ADHD, back pain, cognitive function, and cognitive impairment is insufficient — we don't have reliable trial data on whether it works for these uses. Gotu kola shows possibly effective evidence for venous insufficiency (poor circulation in the legs) and burns, but possibly ineffective evidence for cognitive function and radiation dermatitis.
Evidence for gotu kola in Alzheimer disease and generalized anxiety disorder is also insufficient. If you're considering this product for a specific health concern, it's worth discussing with your doctor whether the evidence supports its use.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Bacopa is generally well tolerated in studies, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal — abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, dry mouth, and headache affect some users.
In trials, gastrointestinal upset occurred in 12 to 30 percent of participants. Bacopa has also been reported to cause drowsiness, insomnia, and vivid dreams.
Gotu kola is generally well tolerated short-term, with nausea and gastric irritation being the most common oral side effects. However, there's a concern about liver toxicity — at least four case reports link gotu kola to liver damage, though contamination in those products hasn't been ruled out.
In one clinical trial, 120 mg of gotu kola daily for 6 months didn't affect liver function, but quality evidence is limited. Safety information during pregnancy and breastfeeding is insufficient for both ingredients; the data advises against use in both situations.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take this, check your medications against all of these: drugs broken down by CYP1A2, CYP2C19, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4 enzymes (a huge category covering many common medications); anticholinergic and cholinergic drugs; cevimeline (Evoxac) for dry mouth; thyroid hormone; CNS depressants like sleep aids and anxiety medications; and any drugs known to stress the liver. No interactions are documented for the inactive ingredients.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you take any regular medications — especially blood thinners, heart drugs, anxiety or sleep aids, or seizure medications — check them against our interaction tool before starting this product. Bacopa's effects on liver enzymes could alter how your body processes many drugs.
Gotu kola adds concerns about liver toxicity and interactions with sedating medications. Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Talk with your pharmacist about whether this product is right for you.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 18, 2021.
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 Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbadiet |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 880891715319 |
| Net contents | 60 V-Cap(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 18, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 257387 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract by Herbadiet, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Bacopa leaf extract | 200 mg | -- |
| Gotu Kola leaf extract | 200 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Shell
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Formulation
Herbadiet unique blend is an excellent mix of powerful and reliable ingredients that reduces your mental fatigue, promote your mental alertness, and support your focus and memory. Encapsulating this goodness in our quick release, easy to swallow vegan capsules, guarantees you a premium quality nutritional supplement.
Enhances mental alertness Improves focus & memory Supports mental energy
Natural color variation may occur in this product
100% natural Memory & cognitive wellness
Non-GMO
Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Free Of preservatives, binders, gluten, artificial ingredients, dairy, soy, wheat, yeast
Every batch 3rd party lab tested
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by FDA. This product isnot intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Do not use if seal under the cap is broken or missing. Dietary supplement shouldn't be used as a substitute for a varied diet
Caution: If you are pregnant, breast feeding, or taking medications, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Not for medicinal use
Storage
Store in cool, dry place
Seals/Symbols
fssai Lic. No.: 20817018000147 Vcaps Plus GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Quality Product
Vegan
General Statements
1% for the planet
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions for Use: Take 1 capsule twice a day, preferably with meals or as directed by your physician.
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Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract by Herbadiet label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract by Herbadiet
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 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.
Bacopa leaf extract
Interacts with930 drugs
Bacopa is an Ayurvedic herb most often used for memory and thinking. Some small studies suggest it may modestly help memory when taken regularly for s...
Bacopa leaf extract monograph & interactionsGotu Kola leaf extract
Interacts with579 drugs
Gotu kola is a traditional Ayurvedic and Asian herb that people use for wound healing, circulation, skin problems, and as a calming or memory-supporti...
Gotu Kola leaf extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Shell. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract by Herbadiet Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract by Herbadiet has documented interactions with multiple medication types.
The most serious concern is with bacopa's potential effects on your liver's ability to process drugs. Bacopa may inhibit several key enzymes (CYP1A2, CYP2C19, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4 substrates) that break down many common medications, theoretically raising their levels and side effects — though the clinical significance remains unclear from the research to date.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Backopa also interacts with anticholinergic drugs (medications that dry secretions or relax muscles), cholinergic drugs (medications that boost nerve signals), and the specific drug cevimeline, used for dry mouth in Sjogren syndrome. One case report described a woman who experienced sweating, nausea, and a rapid heartbeat shortly after taking bacopa with cevimeline.
Additionally, bacopa may have additive effects with thyroid hormone, and gotu kola may increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants (sleep aids, anxiety medications, pain relievers that affect the brain).
Gotu kola also raises a theoretic concern about hepatotoxic drugs — medications known to stress the liver — though the data here is limited. There are at least four case reports of liver toxicity linked to gotu kola itself, though whether gotu kola was the cause or a contaminant in the product remains unclear.
Altogether, these interactions span 1,172 individual medications. Use the search tool below to check your exact prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs before starting this product.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract interact with 1,192 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 2 ingredients in Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Bacopa leaf extract Gotu Kola leaf extract
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAdo-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
How Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionAbacavir, LamivudineEpzicom
How Abacavir, Lamivudine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Abiraterone interactionGotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Abiraterone Acetate interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2c19 (cyp2c19) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acepromazine interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractAnticholinergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use might decrease the effectiveness of both agents.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionGotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionGotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionGotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionGotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractCns Depressants, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Anticholinergic Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractCns Depressants, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionGotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionGotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticholinergic Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionBacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticholinergic Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionGotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacopa Leaf ExtractAnticholinergic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use might decrease the effectiveness of both agents.
Read the full Bacopa Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionGotu Kola Leaf ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Bacopa leaf extract
Anticholinergic Drugs
Theoretically, concurrent use might decrease the effectiveness of both agents.
Bacopa seems to inhibit acetylcholinesterase and might increase acetylcholine levels, which could counteract the effects of anticholinergic drugs. Similarly, anticholinergic drugs might counteract the cholinergic effects of bacopa.
Cevimeline (Evoxac)
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the effects and adverse effects of cevimeline.
In one case, a 58-year-old female taking cevimeline long-term for Sjogren syndrome experienced hyperhidrosis, malaise, nausea, and tachycardia shortly after taking a single dose of bacopa. Symptoms resolved after two days. Cevimeline is metabolized by cytochrome P450 (CYP) 2D6 and CYP3A4, and researchers theorize that bacopa may have inhibited these isoenzymes. However, it is unclear if bacopa causes clinically significant inhibition of either CYP2D6 or CYP3A4.
Cholinergic Drugs
Theoretically, concurrent use of bacopa with other cholinergic drugs might have additive effects.
Bacopa seems to inhibit acetylcholinesterase and might increase acetylcholine levels. Theoretically, this could result in additive cholinergic effects when used with cholinergic drugs.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Research on the effects of bacopa extracts on CYP1A2 enzymes is conflicting. Some in vitro evidence shows that bacopa extract can moderately and non-competitively inhibit CYP1A2, while other in vitro evidence suggests that any effect is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C19 substrates.
In vitro evidence suggests that bacopa extract can moderately and non-competitively inhibit CYP2C19 enzymes. It is not known whether this is clinically significant.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
Research on the effect of bacopa extracts on CYP2C9 enzymes is conflicting. Some in vitro evidence suggests that bacopa extract can moderately and non-competitively inhibit CYP2C9, while other in vitro evidence suggests that any effect is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Research on the effects of bacopa extracts on CYP3A4 enzymes is conflicting. Some in vitro evidence suggests that bacopa extract can moderately and competitively inhibit CYP3A4, while other in vitro evidence suggests that any effect is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Thyroid Hormone
Theoretically, bacopa might have additive effects when used with thyroid hormone.
Animal research suggests that bacopa increases thyroxine (T4) levels in mice by about 40%.
Gotu Kola leaf extract
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
In vitro research suggests that gotu kola may have sedative effects via binding of GABA receptors.
Hepatotoxic Drugs
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
There are at least four case reports of hepatotoxicity associated with the use of gotu kola. However, more information is needed to determine if gotu kola was the causative factor in these cases.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract, from the product label.
Herbadiet
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- Arkure Health Care
- City
- Haryana
- State
- India
- Web Address
- www.herbadiet.in
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The Full Monographs Behind Bacopa with Gotu Kola Extract’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Bacopa
Interacts with 930 drugsBacopa is an Ayurvedic herb most often used for memory and thinking. Some small studies suggest it may modestly help memory when taken regularly for several weeks, but the evidence is limite...
Read the full Bacopa monograph → Herb & supplement monographGotu Kola
Interacts with 579 drugsGotu kola is a traditional Ayurvedic and Asian herb that people use for wound healing, circulation, skin problems, and as a calming or memory-supporting herb. Some early studies suggest poss...
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Bacopa with Gotu Kola 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.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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The 30 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.
Bacopa 12 references
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Gotu Kola 18 references
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