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Bamboo 600 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Solaray

Bamboo 600 mg label
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Capsule 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 Bamboo 600 mg 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

Bamboo 600 mg is a dietary supplement by Solaray with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for source of silica for hair, skin, and nails, bone and joint support, general nutrition (cooked shoots as food).Based on those ingredients, 5 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bamboo Stem Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bamboo 600 mg by Solaray

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.
  • “Bamboo Stem Extract” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (600 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Solaray Bamboo contains one active ingredient: silica, a mineral compound that your body uses in small amounts for bone and connective tissue health. The product delivers 600 mg per capsule from bamboo stem extract, a plant-based source.

The capsule also holds inactive ingredients — cellulose (a plant fiber), magnesium stearate (a flow agent), and rice extract blend (filler) — which don't contribute to the intended effect.

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
Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: bone support and healthy skin hair nails.
  • We looked for evidence on: Osteoporosis, Aging skin, hair health, nail health.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Silicon is rated "Possibly Effective" for Osteoporosis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Silicon is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Aging skin.

Silica is possibly effective for osteoporosis (bone density and strength). For hair loss (androgenic alopecia) and gum inflammation around dental implants (peri-implantitis), the evidence isn't established well enough for us to rate it — we simply don't have enough reliable data.

If you're considering this product for bone health, talk with your doctor about whether it fits your overall plan; for other uses, the science isn't there yet.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bamboo Silicon

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.

Silica from food and most supplements is generally well tolerated, though long-term safety at high doses hasn't been well studied. The one caution is occupational — inhaled crystalline silica dust in industrial settings is linked to serious lung diseases — but oral supplements at typical doses don't carry that risk.

During pregnancy, safety data isn't sufficient, so the data advises against use. While breastfeeding, safety also hasn't been established, so it's best avoided then too.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bamboo Silicon

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check in this product.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Bamboo 600 mg is a mineral supplement worth considering if you're looking to support bone health, since silica is possibly effective for osteoporosis. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications, talk with your pharmacist or doctor first.

No drug interactions are documented, but it's always smart to double-check your exact medications with us before you start.

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 Aug 22, 2025.

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 Bamboo 600 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Solaray
Barcode (UPC) 076280030754
Net contents 60 VegCap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 22, 2025
DSLD ID 339074
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bamboo 600 mg by Solaray, 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:
2 Veg Cap(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Veg Cap(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
076280030754
IngredientAmount% DV
Silica420 mg--
Bamboo Stem Extract600 mg--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Rice extract Blend

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

Solaray Est. 1973 A brighter way 1973

General Statements

Vital Extracts

Since 1973, we've scoured the globe for the highest quality ingredients, connecting you with the most efficacious supplements that help you live brighter & embrace the moments that matter most.

100% PCR Bottles

Formula

Bamboo 600 mg per serving 70% Silica

Formulation

+ Bone support + Healthy skin, hair, & nails

Vegan

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Lab Verified Vegan

Precautions

Warning: Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Keep your licensed health care practitioner informed when using this product. Directions: Use only as directed.

California Residents Only Warning: Reproductive harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Use only as directed. Take 2 VegCaps daily with a meal or glass of water.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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.

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Bamboo 600 mg by Solaray label

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Bamboo 600 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bamboo 600 mg by Solaray

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

Serving size2 Veg Cap(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bamboo Stem Extract

Interacts with
5 drugs
600 mg per serving

Bamboo is a giant grass whose shoots are eaten as food and whose leaves and silica-rich extracts are sold as supplements, often for hair, skin, nail,...

Bamboo Stem Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Rice extract Blend. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Bamboo 600 mg by Solaray Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Bamboo Stem Extract 5

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Bamboo 600 mg interact with 5 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Bamboo 600 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Bamboo Stem Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Bamboo 600 mg 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.

Bamboo Stem Extract1 drug type · 5 drugs

Antithyroid Drugs

Theoretically, long-term bamboo use might increase the effects and adverse effects of antithyroid drugs, possibly leading to hypothyroidism.
Animal research suggests that long-term consumption of bamboo shoot can decrease thyroid peroxidase activity, as well as levels of thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). This effect has not yet been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Bamboo Stem Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bamboo 600 mg, from the product label.

Solaray

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Name
Nutraceutical Corp.
Web Address
www.nutraceutical.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bamboo 600 mg by Solaray: Common Questions

Does Bamboo 600 mg by Solaray interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Bamboo 600 mg has a known interaction with 5 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bamboo 600 mg 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's silica, and why is it in a bamboo supplement?
Silica is a mineral your body uses for bone, skin, and connective tissue. Bamboo plants naturally contain silica, so this product extracts it from the bamboo stem — it's a plant-based way to get the mineral.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against it — there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's right for you.
What about while breastfeeding?
Safety hasn't been established while breastfeeding, so it's best avoided. Check with your pharmacist or doctor if you have questions about your specific situation.
Does silica actually work for bone health?
Silica is possibly effective for osteoporosis — that's the best evidence we have. It's not a substitute for proven treatments, though, so discuss it with your doctor as part of your overall bone care plan.
Will this supplement cause side effects?
Silica from food and supplements in normal amounts isn't associated with side effects. High-dose or long-term use safety isn't well studied, so stick to the label dose and talk with your pharmacist if you have concerns.
Does it contain any fillers or extra ingredients I should know about?
Yes — the capsule also holds cellulose, magnesium stearate, and rice extract blend as inactive ingredients. These are excipients (binders and flow agents) that don't add to the supplement's effect.

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The Full Monographs Behind Bamboo 600 mg’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Bamboo

Interacts with 5 drugs

Bamboo is a giant grass whose shoots are eaten as food and whose leaves and silica-rich extracts are sold as supplements, often for hair, skin, nail, and bone support. Solid human evidence f...

Read the full Bamboo monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Silicon

Silicon is a trace mineral found in the body and in foods like oats, barley, and certain fruits and vegetables, and it is popular in supplements for hair, skin, nail, and bone health. Some s...

Read the full Silicon monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bamboo 600 mg'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 23 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.

Silicon 19 references
  1. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
  2. Jugdaohsingh R, Anderson SH, Tucker KL, et al. Dietary silicon intake and absorption. Am J Clin Nutr 2002;75:887-93. PubMed
  3. Ichiyanagi O, Sasagawa I, Adachi Y, et al. Silica urolithiasis without magnesium trisilicate intake. Urol Int 1998;61:39-42. PubMed
  4. Levison DA, Crocker PR, Banim S, Wallace DM. Silica stones in the urinary bladder. Lancet 1982;1:704-5. PubMed
  5. Lee MH, Lee YH, Hsu TH, et al. Silica stone--development due to long time oral trisilicate intake. Scand J Urol Nephrol 1993;27:267-9. PubMed
  6. Cruz Guerra, N. A., Gomez Garcia, M. A., Lovaco, Castellano F., Saez Garrido, J. C., Garcia, Cuerpo E., and Escudero, Barrilero A. [Silica urolithiasis: report of a new case]. Actas Urol.Esp 2000;24(2):202-204.
  7. Merget, R., Bauer, T., Kupper, H. U., Philippou, S., Bauer, H. D., Breitstadt, R., and Bruening, T. Health hazards due to the inhalation of amorphous silica. Arch Toxicol. 2002;75(11-12):625-634. PubMed
  8. Khuder, S. A., Peshimam, A. Z., and Agraharam, S. Environmental risk factors for rheumatoid arthritis. Rev Environ Health 2002;17(4):307-315. PubMed
  9. McLaughlin, J. K., Chow, W. H., and Levy, L. S. Amorphous silica: a review of health effects from inhalation exposure with particular reference to cancer. J Toxicol.Environ Health 4-25-1997;50(6):553-566. DOI
  10. Pelucchi, C., Pira, E., Piolatto, G., Coggiola, M., Carta, P., and La, Vecchia C. Occupational silica exposure and lung cancer risk: a review of epidemiological studies 1996-2005. Ann.Oncol. 2006;17(7):1039-1050. PubMed
  11. Gillissen, A., Gessner, C., Hammerschmidt, S., Hoheisel, G., and Wirtz, H. [Health significance of inhaled particles]. Dtsch.Med Wochenschr. 3-24-2006;131(12):639-644.
  12. Hu, J. F., Qu, H., and Wang, J. Z. [Meta analysis for relationship between exposure of free silicon dioxide and lung tumor]. Zhonghua Lao.Dong.Wei Sheng Zhi.Ye.Bing.Za Zhi. 2006;24(7):415-417.
  13. Jugdaohsingh, R. Silicon and bone health. J Nutr Health Aging 2007;11(2):99-110.
  14. Lacasse, Y., Martin, S., Gagne, D., and Lakhal, L. Dose-response meta-analysis of silica and lung cancer. Cancer Causes Control 2009;20(6):925-933. PubMed
  15. McCormic, Z. D., Khuder, S. S., Aryal, B. K., Ames, A. L., and Khuder, S. A. Occupational silica exposure as a risk factor for scleroderma: a meta-analysis. Int Arch Occup.Environ Health 2010;83(7):763-769. PubMed
  16. Haddad, F. S. and Kouyoumdjian, A. Silica stones in humans. Urol.Int 1986;41(1):70-76. PubMed
  17. Tervaert, J. W., Stegeman, C. A., and Kallenberg, C. G. Silicon exposure and vasculitis. Curr Opin.Rheumatol 1998;10(1):12-17. PubMed
  18. Steenland, K. and Stayner, L. Silica, asbestos, man-made mineral fibers, and cancer. Cancer Causes Control 1997;8(3):491-503. PubMed
  19. Boqué N, Valls RM, Pedret A, Puiggrós F, Arola L, Solà R. Relative absorption of silicon from different formulations of dietary supplements: a pilot randomized, double-blind, crossover post-prandial study. Sci Rep 2021;11(1):16479. PubMed

See these in context on the Silicon monograph →

Bamboo 4 references
  1. Chandra AK, Ghosh D, Mukhopadhyay S, et al. Effect of bamboo shoot, Bambusa arundinacea (Retz.) Willd. on thyroid status under conditions of varying iodine intake in rats. Indian J Exp Biol 2004;42(8):781-786.
  2. Kitajima T. Contact allergy caused by bamboo shoots. Contact Dermatitis 1986;15(2):100-102. PubMed
  3. Sang-A-Gad P, Guharat S, Wananukul W. A mass cyanide poisoning from pickling bamboo shoots. Clin Toxicol (Phila). 2011 Nov;49(9):834-9. PubMed
  4. Satya S, Bal LM, Singhal P, Naik SN. Bamboo shoot processing: food quality and safety aspect (a review). Trends in Food Sci. Technol. 2010;21(4):181-9. DOI

See these in context on the Bamboo 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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