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Dietary supplement

Bael Phal Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Vedic Care

Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Bael Phal Powder is a dietary supplement by Vedic Care with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diarrhea and dysentery, indigestion and other digestive complaints, constipation.Based on those ingredients, 819 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bael Phale fruit powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bael Phal Powder by Vedic Care

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.

Bael Phal Powder is a single-ingredient supplement made from bael fruit powder. Bael (also called bael fruit or stone apple) is a traditional herb used in Ayurvedic medicine, and this product delivers the whole fruit in powdered form with no other active ingredients or fillers listed.

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

This is a single-ingredient Bael product and its label doesn't state a use — see Bael's own graded uses on its monograph.

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

The evidence we hold for bael is sparse. For asthma and shigellosis (a type of bacterial infection), there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works.

If you're considering this powder for a specific health goal, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the current evidence supports its use for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bael

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.

The ripe bael fruit is eaten as food in some parts of the world and is generally well tolerated in that form, but concentrated supplements like this powder lack strong safety data. Large amounts may cause stomach upset and constipation.

During pregnancy, safety is not established and some traditional sources advise against medicinal use — it's best to avoid it. There isn't enough reliable information on safety while breastfeeding either, so medicinal use should be avoided.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bael

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 — Bael.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 820 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 Bael Phal Powder, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take antidiabetes drugs (Moderate interaction — bael may lower blood sugar too much), cholinergic drugs (Moderate — may amplify their effects), or medications broken down by the liver enzymes CYP1A2 or CYP3A4 (Minor — bael may raise their levels).

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Bael Phal Powder may be of interest if you're exploring traditional herbs, but the evidence for its effectiveness is thin, and interactions with blood sugar drugs and certain other medications are a real concern. If you take any prescription medications — especially for blood sugar control, memory, or nerve function — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Check with your healthcare provider first.

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 May 22, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Bael Phal Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Vedic Care
Barcode (UPC) 6815738483902
Net contents 100 Gram(s); 3.52 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2021
DSLD ID 247715
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Halal
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bael Phal Powder by Vedic Care, 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:
3 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Gram(s)
Servings per container
33
UPC/BARCODE
6815738483902
IngredientAmount% DV
Bael Phale fruit powder3 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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Seals/Symbols

Halal India www.Halalindia.com GMP Certified Good Manufacturing Practice

Formula

Halal India www.Halalindia.com

Wood Apple Plant part used - fruit

Each 100g contains Bale Phale (Aegle marmelos) fruit powder-100g

Formulation

GMO free Paraben free

Suitable for vegetarians

Pure & natural Manufactured in India

"Product tested for heavy metals in accordance with permissible limits outlined by American National Standards Institute"

Heavy metal tested

Extreme fine granularity

General Statements

C.No. RA574-AYU

For comments/feedback: [email protected] 1-612-88-VEDIC

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Storage

Store in a cool dark place and in an air-tight container. Avoid exposure to moisture.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: Take 3.0g or 1/2 teaspoon with warm water up to twice daily.

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Bael Phal Powder by Vedic Care label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bael Phal Powder by Vedic Care

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size3 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container33 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bael Phale fruit powder

Interacts with
819 drugs
3 Gram(s) per serving

Bael is a fruit-bearing tree long used in traditional Indian (Ayurvedic) medicine, mostly for digestive problems like diarrhea and indigestion. Modern...

Bael Phale fruit powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Bael Phal Powder by Vedic Care Drug Interactions

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819Drugs
111 Moderate 708 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Bael Phal Powder 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.

Bael Phale fruit powder4 drug types · 819 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Evidence from animal research suggests that extracts of bael seed and leaf can reduce blood glucose levels. Theoretically, bael might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs and increase the risk of hypoglycemia. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.
Some antidiabetes drugs include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazone (Avandia), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cholinergic Drugs

Bael leaf extract shows acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitory activity in vitro. Theoretically, bael might have additive effects with cholinergic drugs and increase the risk of cholinergic side effects.
Cholinergic drugs include bethanechol (Urecholine), donepezil (Aricept), echothiophate (Phospholine Iodide), edrophonium (Enlon, Reversol, Tensilon), neostigmine (Prostigmin), physostigmine (Antilirium), pyridostigmine (Mestinon, Regonol), succinylcholine (Anectine, Quelicin), and tacrine (Cognex).

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Bael extract and its constituent marmesinin inhibited cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) activity in vitro. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. Theoretically, bael might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Some drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 include amitriptyline (Elavil), haloperidol (Haldol), ondansetron (Zofran), propranolol (Inderal), theophylline (Theo-Dur, others), verapamil (Calan, Isoptin, others), and others. Use bael cautiously or avoid in patients taking these drugs.

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

Bael and its constituents marmelosin and marmesinin inhibited cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) activity in vitro. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. Theoretically, bael might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Some drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 include lovastatin (Mevacor), ketoconazole (Nizoral), itraconazole (Sporanox), fexofenadine (Allegra), triazolam (Halcion), and numerous others. Use bael cautiously or avoid in patients taking these drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bael Phal Powder, from the product label.

Vedic Care

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Name
Vedic Care, USA
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
ZipCode
08901
Phone Number
1-612-888-3342
Web Address
www.sumitraremedies.com
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Bael Phal Powder by Vedic Care: Common Questions

Does Bael Phal Powder by Vedic Care interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Bael Phal Powder has a known interaction with 819 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bael Phal Powder 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.
What exactly is bael fruit?
Bael (also called stone apple or wood apple) is a tropical fruit used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. When ripe, the fruit itself is widely eaten as food, but this product is a concentrated powder form, which has less safety data than the fresh fruit.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or nursing?
No. Safety during pregnancy is not established, and some traditional sources warn against medicinal use in pregnancy, so it's best avoided. There also isn't enough reliable information on safety while breastfeeding, so medicinal use should be avoided then too. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your individual situation.
What are the side effects I should watch for?
Consuming large amounts of bael may cause stomach upset and constipation. These are the main adverse effects we have data for. If you experience these or any other unexpected symptoms, stop and contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Does this actually work for asthma or infection?
We don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether bael works for asthma or shigellosis (a bacterial infection). If you're considering this for a specific health condition, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it's the right choice for you.
What's in this product besides the bael powder?
Just bael fruit powder — there are no added fillers, binders, or other inactive ingredients listed.

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The Full Monographs Behind Bael Phal Powder’s Ingredients

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bael Phal Powder'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 7 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.

Bael 7 references
  1. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  2. Sabu, M. C. and Kuttan, R. Antidiabetic activity of Aegle marmelos and its relationship with its antioxidant properties. Indian J Physiol Pharmacol 2004;48(1):81-88.
  3. Kesari, A. N., Gupta, R. K., Singh, S. K., Diwakar, S., and Watal, G. Hypoglycemic and antihyperglycemic activity of Aegle marmelos seed extract in normal and diabetic rats. J Ethnopharmacol 10-11-2006;107(3):374-379. PubMed
  4. Haider, R., Khan, A. K., Aziz, K. M., Chowdhury, A., and Kabir, I. Evaluation of indigenous plants in the treatment of acute shigellosis. Trop.Geogr.Med 1991;43(3):266-270.
  5. Asaduzzaman M, Uddin MJ, Kader MA, et al. In vitro acetylcholinesterase inhibitory activity and the antioxidant properties of Aegle marmelos leaf extract: implications for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Psychogeriatrics. 2014;14(1):1-10.
  6. Yugandhar P, Rao KM, Sengupta K. A novel herbal composition containing extracts of Boswellia serrata gum resin and Aegle marmelos fruit alleviates symptoms of asthma in a placebo controlled double-blind clinical study. Phytother Res. 2018;32(1):140-150.
  7. Manda VK, Avula B, Chittiboyina AG, Khan IA, Walker LA, Khan SI. Inhibition of CYP3A4 and CYP1A2 by Aegle marmelos and its constituents. Xenobiotica. 2016;46(2):117-25.

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