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Best Shilajit Ever. Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pure Indian Foods

Other (e.g. Tea Bag) Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Best Shilajit Ever. is a dietary supplement by Pure Indian Foods with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for fatigue and low energy, male fertility and testosterone support, general vitality and aging.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Himalayan Shilajit, Purified. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Best Shilajit Ever. by Pure Indian Foods

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: Himalayan Shilajit, Purified. Shilajit is a mineral-rich resinous substance traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine.

The product has no other inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Shilajit's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: energy, vitality, athletic performance and cognition.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Male infertility, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual desire, fatigue, testosterone support — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Shilajit is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Sexual dysfunction (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Shilajit is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance, Sexual desire, Male infertility.

The evidence for shilajit's effectiveness isn't established in the data we hold. The product is listed for six different uses — Alzheimer disease, sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), and osteopenia (low bone density) — but all six carry a rating of insufficient reliable evidence to rate.

That means the research so far hasn't been robust enough to draw firm conclusions about whether it works for these conditions.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Shilajit

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.

Shilajit is generally well tolerated, though a small number of cases have been reported. Rarely, headache has been reported after taking it.

Very rarely, a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) has been reported, though this occurred in a single documented case. One case of elevated blood pressure has been reported in a woman who took shilajit during pregnancy, though the role of shilajit in that outcome couldn't be confirmed.

Because unpurified shilajit may contain heavy metals or other contaminants, use only purified, tested brands like this one. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding due to insufficient safety information and contamination risk.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Shilajit

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 — Shilajit.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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.

If you take any antidiabetes drug — including metformin, glibenclamide, or other medications for blood sugar control — check those specific medications with our interaction tool before starting shilajit. It may increase the risk of low blood sugar when combined with these drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you take diabetes medication, talk to your pharmacist before starting this product — shilajit can lower blood sugar and may increase the risk of it dropping too far. Avoid it if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

For anyone else considering it, the evidence for its effectiveness isn't clear yet, so know you'd be taking it on traditional use rather than proven benefit.

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 Jun 20, 2024.

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 Best Shilajit Ever., straight from the product label.

Brand Pure Indian Foods
Barcode (UPC) 850035485002
Net contents 30 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 20, 2024
DSLD ID 312778
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Other (e.g. Tea Bag)
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Best Shilajit Ever. by Pure Indian Foods, 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:
100 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
100 mg
Servings per container
300
UPC/BARCODE
850035485002
IngredientAmount% DV
Himalayan Shilajit, Purified100 mg--

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Label statements
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Formulation

Product of India Packed in USA

Paste Himalayan High-altitude (above 16K feet) Authentic Absolutely pure

Low-heat production

Storage

Bottle not filled to the top. Sold by weight, not volume.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Adults take 100 mg (rice grain sized) 1-2 times a day or as directed. May be taken directly or dissolved in hot beverage.

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Best Shilajit Ever. by Pure Indian Foods label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Best Shilajit Ever. by Pure Indian Foods

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

Serving size100 mg Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Servings per container300 Amounts shown are per serving.

Himalayan Shilajit, Purified

Interacts with
86 drugs
100 mg per serving

Shilajit is a sticky, tar-like substance found in rocks of mountain ranges like the Himalayas, used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for energy and v...

Himalayan Shilajit, Purified monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Best Shilajit Ever. by Pure Indian Foods Drug Interactions

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86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Best Shilajit Ever. 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.

Himalayan Shilajit, Purified1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Taking shilajit with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Most human and animal research shows that shilajit can decrease fasting plasma glucose levels. In an animal model, shilajit 100 mg per kg daily enhanced the glucose-lowering ability of both glibenclamide and metformin when given in combination over a 4 week period. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Best Shilajit Ever., from the product label.

Pure Indian Foods

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Name
Pure Indian Foods
Street Address
PO Box 296
City
Princeton Jct.
State
NJ
ZipCode
08550
Web Address
pureindianfoods.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Best Shilajit Ever. by Pure Indian Foods: Common Questions

Does Best Shilajit Ever. by Pure Indian Foods interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Best Shilajit Ever. has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Best Shilajit Ever. 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.
Is this shilajit safe during pregnancy?
No. The safety data advises against it during pregnancy due to insufficient safety information and contamination risk. If you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking it.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
No. Safety is unknown while breastfeeding, so it's best avoided. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.
What are the side effects?
Shilajit is generally well tolerated. Headache has been reported rarely. Very rarely, severe allergic reactions have occurred. If you develop hives, difficulty breathing, or any signs of an allergic reaction, stop and seek immediate care.
Does shilajit actually work for Alzheimer disease, sexual dysfunction, or athletic performance?
The evidence isn't clear enough to say. Research so far hasn't been robust enough to prove it works for these uses. You'd be taking it based on traditional use rather than proven benefit.
Why does the product say 'purified'?
Unpurified shilajit may contain heavy metals or other contaminants, so it's important to use only purified, tested brands. This product is purified, which reduces that risk.
What if I take diabetes medication — can I use this?
You need to check with your pharmacist first. Shilajit can lower blood sugar, and when combined with diabetes drugs, it may increase the risk of low blood sugar. Use our interaction tool to check your specific medications before starting.

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The Full Monographs Behind Best Shilajit Ever.’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Best Shilajit Ever.'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 8 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.

Shilajit 8 references
  1. Sadeghi SMH, Hosseini Khameneh SM, Khodadoost M, et al. Efficacy of momiai in tibia fracture repair: A randomized double-blinded placebo-controlled clinical trial. J Altern Complement Med 2020;26(6):521-528.
  2. Losa F, Deidda M, Firinu D, Martino MLD, Barca MP, Giacco SD. Exercise-induced anaphylaxis with an Ayurvedic drug as cofactor: A case report. World J Clin Cases 2019;7(5):623-627. PubMed
  3. Biswas TK, Pandit S, Mondal S, et al. Clinical evaluation of spermatogenic activity of processed Shilajit in oligospermia. Andrologia 2010;42(1):48-56. PubMed
  4. Stavropoulos K, Sotiriadis A, Patoulias D, et al. Pseudohyperaldosteronism due to mumijo consumption during pregnancy: a licorice-like syndrome. Gynecol Endocrinol 2018;34(12):1019-1021. PubMed
  5. Ghezelbash B, Shahrokhi N, Khaksari M, Ghaderi-Pakdel F, Asadikaram G. Hepatoprotective effects of shilajit on high fat-diet induced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in rats. Horm Mol Biol Clin Investig 2020;41(1):/j/hmbci. PubMed
  6. Ghezelbash B, Shahrokhi N, Khaksari M, Asadikaram G, Shahrokhi M, Shirazpour S. Protective roles of shilajit in modulating resistin, adiponectin, and cytokines in rats with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Chin J Integr Med 2022;28(6):531-537. PubMed
  7. Jafari M, Forootanfar H, Ameri A, et al. Antioxidant, cytotoxic and hyperalgesia-suppressing activity of a native Shilajit obtained from Bahr Aseman mountains. Pak J Pharm Sci 2019;32(5):2167-2173. DOI
  8. Trivedi NA, Mazumdar B, Bhatt JD, Hemavathi KG. Effect of shilajit on blood glucose and lipid profile in alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Ind. J. Pharmacol. 2004; 36(6):373-376.

See these in context on the Shilajit monograph →

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