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Dietary supplement

Bayberry Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbalist & Alchemist

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Bayberry is a dietary supplement by Herbalist & Alchemist with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diarrhea and digestive upset, sore throat and cold symptoms, gum and mouth rinse (gargle).We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bayberry by Herbalist & Alchemist

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: dried bayberry root bark extract in liquid form. The extract is suspended in distilled water, ethyl alcohol, and vegetable glycerin, which serve as the base and preservative.

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

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: supports healthy mucous membranes.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

We don't have effectiveness data on file for bayberry root bark extract, so we can't tell you how well it works for any particular purpose.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bayberry

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.

Bayberry has limited safety data, and the facts raise real concerns. Orally, it can cause stomach irritation, vomiting, and in some cases liver damage — likely because of compounds called tannins in the bark.

It can also act as an irritant to skin and mucous membranes. The safety information advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough data to know it's safe.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of liver problems or stomach sensitivity, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bayberry

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 ingredient we could check. Even so, check your exact medications with the tool on this page — and mention this product to your doctor or pharmacist before you start, given the stomach irritation risk and limited safety profile.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Bayberry is a single-ingredient herbal extract, but safety data is thin and gastrointestinal side effects are a real possibility. It's not one we'd recommend without a specific reason and clearance from your doctor or pharmacist.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, the safety information advises against it.

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 24, 2018.

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 Bayberry, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbalist & Alchemist
Barcode (UPC) 667056101930
Net contents 2 fl. Oz.; 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 24, 2018
DSLD ID 173771
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bayberry by Herbalist & Alchemist, 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:
0.75 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1.5 mL
Servings per container
40
UPC/BARCODE
667056101930
IngredientAmount% DV
dried Bayberry root bark extract1.5 mL--

Other ingredients: distilled Water, Ethyl Alcohol, Vegetable Glycerin

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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

Myrica cerifera

OK

General Statements

Supports healthy mucous membranes

Botanical preparation ratio 1:4

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 15-30 drops (0.75-1.5 mL) in juice or water. Take 3 times per day. Shake well before using.

Precautions

Contraindications: Overuse can cause constipation and gastric upset.

Keep out of children's reach

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

General

NO. BYB-2 1728MO

Seals/Symbols

OK

See for yourself

Bayberry by Herbalist & Alchemist label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bayberry by Herbalist & Alchemist

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

Serving size0.75 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container40 Amounts shown are per serving.

Dried Bayberry root bark extract

No known
interactions
1.5 mL per serving

Bayberry is a traditional herb used mainly as an astringent for diarrhea, sore throats, and minor skin or gum problems, but there is very little moder...

Dried Bayberry root bark extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Distilled Water, Ethyl Alcohol, Vegetable Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Bayberry by Herbalist & Alchemist Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Bayberry. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bayberry, from the product label.

Herbalist & Alchemist

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Name
Herbalist & Alchemist, Inc.
City
Washington
State
NJ
ZipCode
07882
Phone Number
800-611-8235
Web Address
www.herbalist-alchemist.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bayberry by Herbalist & Alchemist: Common Questions

Does Bayberry by Herbalist & Alchemist interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Bayberry. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bayberry 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.
Can I take Bayberry if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data isn't there — it's rated possibly unsafe for both pregnancy and breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before use if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
What are the side effects I should watch for?
Stomach irritation, vomiting, and liver damage are possible, especially with larger amounts. Bayberry can also irritate skin and mucous membranes. Stop and call your doctor if you develop nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain.
Is Bayberry safe for long-term use?
The safety data is limited, and the facts note concern about stomach irritation and liver effects from compounds in the bark. We don't have long-term safety information, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how long it's safe to use.
What is bayberry used for?
That information isn't in the product facts we hold, so we can't tell you the intended use or whether it's proven to work for it.

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The Full Monographs Behind Bayberry’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bayberry'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 3 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.

Bayberry 3 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs and Related Remedies. 3rd ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1993.
  3. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.

See these in context on the Bayberry 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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