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Dietary supplement

Bayberry Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pure Herbs

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

Bayberry is a dietary supplement by Pure Herbs 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 Pure Herbs

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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: Bayberry Root Bark Extract. Bayberry has a long history in traditional herbal use, though modern evidence for its specific benefits isn't established in the data we have on file.

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: support for healthy sinuses.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

We don't hold effectiveness ratings for Bayberry Root Bark Extract in our data, so we can't tell you what the evidence shows it does or doesn't do. If you're considering it for a particular reason, that's worth discussing with your doctor or pharmacist.

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 comes with some caution flags. Large amounts can irritate your stomach, and the bark contains compounds that may be of concern — it can cause stomach upset, vomiting, and in some cases liver damage, possibly because of its tannin content.

It can also act as an irritant and sensitizer to your skin or mucous membranes. The safety data during pregnancy and breastfeeding isn't solid enough to recommend it.

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

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 Bayberry Root Bark Extract. That doesn't mean interactions can't happen — it means we have no monograph data showing them.

Still, check your exact medications with the search tool on this page or ask your pharmacist before you start.

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 has been used traditionally, but the modern safety data is limited and the risks to your stomach and liver are real, especially at higher doses. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, the data advises against it.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you have any digestive issues or liver concerns.

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 Dec 13, 2022.

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 Pure Herbs
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 13, 2022
DSLD ID 279173
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bayberry by Pure Herbs, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Servings per container
60
IngredientAmount% DV
Bayberry Root Bark Extract1986 mg--

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adults, mix 2 mL (abt. 1/2 tsp) of extract in 2 fl. oz (60 mL) water one time daily preferably with a meal.

Shake well before use

Formulation

Beneficial for healthy sinuses.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Precautions

Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you have a medical condition or are taking medication, consult your doctor prior to use.

Discontinue use and consult with your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children

Brand IP Statement(s)

Pure Herbs, Ltd. Natural Herbal Extracts

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

"No expense has been spared to provide the finest nature has to offer."

See for yourself

Bayberry by Pure Herbs label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bayberry by Pure Herbs

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

Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bayberry Root Bark Extract

No known
interactions
1986 mg 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...

Bayberry Root Bark Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Bayberry by Pure Herbs 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.

Pure Herbs

See all Pure Herbs products
Name
Pure Herbs, Ltd.
City
Sterling Heights
State
MI
Phone Number
(800) 860-4372
Web Address
www.pureherbs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bayberry by Pure Herbs: Common Questions

Does Bayberry by Pure Herbs 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?
The safety data isn't solid enough during pregnancy, and the rating advises against it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance before taking this product.
Can I take Bayberry if I'm breastfeeding?
Safety during breastfeeding isn't well established, and the data advises against it. Check with your doctor or pharmacist first to make sure it's right for you.
What side effects might Bayberry cause?
It can cause stomach irritation, vomiting, and possibly liver damage — especially at larger doses. It may also irritate or sensitize your skin and mucous membranes. Large amounts are riskier than small ones.
Does Bayberry interact with medications?
No interactions are documented in our data for this ingredient, but that's not a guarantee none exist. Run your exact medications through the checker on this page or ask your pharmacist to be sure.

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Bayberry label
Go deeper

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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