Berberis Aristata Extract Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Berberis Aristata Extract Powder 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
Berberis Aristata Extract Powder is a dietary supplement by Omica Organics with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for blood sugar support, high cholesterol, digestive complaints.Based on those ingredients, 1,160 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Berberis aristata powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Berberis Aristata Extract Powder by Omica Organics
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 one active ingredient: Berberis aristata powder, also called tree turmeric. It's a plant extract traditionally used in herbal medicine.
There are no other inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that this product works for any of the conditions it's marketed for — burns, diabetes, high cholesterol, wound healing, and heavy menstrual bleeding all carry a rating of insufficient reliable evidence. That doesn't mean it's ineffective; it means the scientific data we have isn't complete enough to say one way or the other.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Gastrointestinal symptoms, especially nausea, have been reported in people taking berberine-containing products, though no adverse effects have been reported with tree turmeric alone. A full safety evaluation hasn't been done.
The safety data advises against this product if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. Berberine-containing plants may harm a fetus and can pass into breast milk, where it may be harmful to an infant.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Check before starting if you take tacrolimus or cyclosporine (Major interaction). Also check if you're on blood pressure medications, sedating drugs, blood thinners, or any medication broken down by your liver — berberine can raise levels of many drugs and boost their effects.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you're taking tacrolimus or cyclosporine, skip this product entirely. If you're on other medications — especially blood pressure drugs, sedatives, or blood thinners — check with your pharmacist first.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Avoid it.
For anyone else considering it, the evidence for its uses isn't established yet.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 31, 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
General information
Key facts about Berberis Aristata Extract Powder, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Omica Organics |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 818571027414 |
| Net contents | 500 Gram(s); 1.1 lb |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 31, 2018 |
| DSLD ID | 179582 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Organic, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Berberis Aristata Extract Powder by Omica Organics, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Berberis aristata powder | 1 Gram(s) | -- |
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General Statements
Also known as Tree Turmeric for benefits similar to turmeric, this true Organic Water-Processed Powdered Extract is made from the finest roots of the Berberis aristata plant, without the use of harsh solvents.
Its benefits, similar to Turmeric, have been known world-wide since ancient times. This potent herb has been found in Egyptian, traditional Chinese, and Ayurvedic preparations as well as American Indian herbal tonics.
Product of India; Processed in a state-of-the-art Food GMP=Certified, ISO9001: 2008-Certified, HACCP-Certified and NOP Organic-Certified facility. Tested in independent 3rd-Party US labs.
Gently water-extracted, using no solvents
A natural antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory
Premium finely ground, evenly textured powder
Formula
Berberine, the active ingredient, continues to be an important therapeutic ingredient as an antibacterial, potent antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory.
Certified USDA NOP Organic, Kosher
Formulation
Certified USDA NOP Organic, Kosher
No additives, fillers, binders, soy or yeast
Vegetarian/vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, non-irradiated.
Vegetarian/vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, non-irradiated.
Storage
Store in sealed container in a dry, cool area.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Mix 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram) into tea, juice, or your favorite smoothie.
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
USDA Organic
Brand IP Statement(s)
REV741A
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Berberis Aristata Extract Powder by Omica Organics label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Berberis Aristata Extract Powder by Omica Organics
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Serving size0.25 tsp Dosage formPowder Servings per container1000 Amounts shown are per serving.
Berberis aristata powder
Interacts with1,160 drugs
Tree turmeric (Berberis aristata) is a shrub used in traditional Indian (Ayurvedic) medicine, valued mainly for its berberine content. Early research...
Berberis aristata powder monograph & interactionsBerberis Aristata Extract Powder by Omica Organics Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Berberis Aristata Extract Powder by Omica Organics contains berberine, which interacts with a number of medications — most seriously with two immunosuppressants used after transplant.
Berberine can slow how your body breaks down tacrolimus (Prograf) and cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), raising their levels in your blood to potentially unsafe amounts. This is a Major interaction and a reason to avoid this product if you take either of those drugs.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Beyond the transplant drugs, berberine inhibits several liver enzymes (CYP3A4, CYP2D6, and CYP2C9) that break down many other medications. It may raise levels of drugs metabolized by any of these pathways — a Moderate risk.
Additionally, berberine can theoretically add to the effects of blood pressure medications (raising the risk of low blood pressure), sedating drugs, and blood thinners like warfarin, each a Moderate concern.
Altogether, these interactions span 1,148 individual medications. Before you start this supplement, run your exact prescriptions through the checker on this page.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Berberis Aristata Extract Powder interact with 1,160 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Berberis Aristata Extract Powder interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Berberis aristata powder
CyclosporineCequa, Ciclosporine, Gengraf, Neoral, Sandimmune, Verkazia +1 more
How Cyclosporine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cyclosporine (neoral, Sandimmune) Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Cyclosporine interactionTacrolimusAstagraf XL, Envarsus XR, Prograf (capsule), Prograf (injectable), Prograf XL, Protopic
How Tacrolimus interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderTacrolimus (prograf), Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Major
Interaction Summary
Berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can inhibit metabolism of tacrolimus and increase plasma levels.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Tacrolimus interactionAdo-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs and increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs and increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric, taken alone or in combination with milk thistle, might increase the risk of hypoglycemia in patients taking antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking tree turmeric along with antihypertensive drugs might have additive effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs and increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of tree turmeric along with CNS depressants might increase the risk of additive therapeutic and adverse effects.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs and increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs and increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of tree turmeric along with CNS depressants might increase the risk of additive therapeutic and adverse effects.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of tree turmeric along with CNS depressants might increase the risk of additive therapeutic and adverse effects.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + 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 Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of tree turmeric along with CNS depressants might increase the risk of additive therapeutic and adverse effects.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderDextromethorphan (robitussin Dm, Others), Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase levels of dextromethorphan and potentially increase the risk of adverse effects including drowsiness, confusion, and irritability.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Berberis Aristata Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberis Aristata PowderDextromethorphan (robitussin Dm, Others), Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase levels of dextromethorphan and potentially increase the risk of adverse effects including drowsiness, confusion, and irritability.
Read the full Berberis Aristata Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Berberis Aristata Extract 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.
Berberis aristata powder
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
Berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can reduce metabolism of cyclosporine and increase serum levels.
Some clinical evidence suggests that berberine inhibits cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4), which metabolizes cyclosporine.
Tacrolimus (Prograf)
Berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can inhibit metabolism of tacrolimus and increase plasma levels.
Some clinical evidence suggests that berberine inhibits cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4), which metabolizes tacrolimus. In a 16-year-old patient with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome who was being treated with prednisone 40 mg/m2 and tacrolimus 6.5 mg twice daily, concomitant use of berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, 200 mg three times daily increased plasma levels of tacrolimus from 8 to 22 ng/mL and increased serum creatinine levels from 0.7 to 1.2 mg/dL. Following a reduction of tacrolimus dosing to 3 mg daily, the blood concentration of tacrolimus decreased to 12 ng/mL and the serum concentration of creatinine decreased to 0.9 mg/dL.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, tree turmeric might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs and increase the risk of bleeding.
In vitro and animal research suggest that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can inhibit platelet aggregation.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, tree turmeric, taken alone or in combination with milk thistle, might increase the risk of hypoglycemia in patients taking antidiabetes drugs.
Clinical research shows that taking a product containing tree turmeric and milk thistle extracts can lower blood glucose levels, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), and insulin resistance in patients with type 2 diabetes, including those on antidiabetic agents. Additionally, clinical research suggests that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can lower blood glucose levels.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking tree turmeric along with antihypertensive drugs might have additive effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Animal research suggests that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can have hypotensive effects. Also, a meta-analysis of clinical research suggests that taking berberine in combination with amlodipine (Norvasc) can lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure when compared with taking amlodipine alone.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, use of tree turmeric along with CNS depressants might increase the risk of additive therapeutic and adverse effects.
Animal research suggests that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can have sedative effects.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
Preliminary clinical evidence suggests that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can inhibit CYP2C9.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
In vitro research and preliminary clinical evidence suggest that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can inhibit CYP2D6.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs that are substrates of CYP3A4.
In vitro research and preliminary clinical evidence suggest that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, moderately inhibits CYP3A4.
Dextromethorphan (Robitussin Dm, Others)
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase levels of dextromethorphan and potentially increase the risk of adverse effects including drowsiness, confusion, and irritability.
Preliminary clinical research suggests that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can inhibit cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) activity and reduce the metabolism of dextromethorphan.
Midazolam (Versed)
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase levels of midazolam and potentially increase the risk of adverse effects including sedation and respiratory depression.
Preliminary clinical evidence suggests that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can inhibit cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) activity and reduce metabolism of midazolam.
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)
Theoretically, tree turmeric might increase the sedative effects of pentobarbital.
Animal research suggests that berberine, a constituent of tree turmeric, can prolong pentobarbital-induced sleeping time.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Berberis Aristata Extract Powder, from the product label.
Omica Organics
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- OMICA ORGANICS
- City
- Quitman
- State
- TX
- ZipCode
- 75783
- Phone Number
- 800-613-6311
- Web Address
- www.OmicaOrganics.com
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The 25 references behind this product’s interaction data
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