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Bilberry 1200 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Meijer Herbal

Bilberry 1200 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 Bilberry 1200 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

Bilberry 1200 mg is a dietary supplement by Meijer Herbal with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye and vision health, antioxidant support, diarrhea and digestive upset.Based on those ingredients, 275 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bilberry. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bilberry 1200 mg by Meijer Herbal

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.

Bilberry 1200 mg is a single-ingredient supplement. The active ingredient is bilberry fruit extract — a concentrated form of the dark purple berry known for its anthocyanidins, the pigments that give it its color.

The capsule also contains gelatin, rice powder, and vegetable magnesium stearate as inactive ingredients to hold it together and allow absorption.

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

This is a single-ingredient Bilberry product and its label doesn't state a use — see Bilberry's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for bilberry's effectiveness is mixed and often limited. For night vision, current evidence suggests it's likely ineffective.

For age-related cognitive decline, age-related macular degeneration, atherosclerosis, high cholesterol, and chronic venous insufficiency, we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works. If you're considering bilberry for one of these uses, talk with your doctor about whether the science supports it for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bilberry

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.

Bilberry fruit as food is generally well tolerated, but supplement safety data — especially for long-term use — is limited. The most common side effects are dark-colored stools (which can be alarming but harmless), flatulence, and mild stomach discomfort.

In one small study, about a third of patients taking concentrated bilberry juice reported mild-to-moderate gas, though those patients had ulcerative colitis. Some people also notice dark discoloration of the tongue or teeth.

Because concentrated supplement doses haven't been studied thoroughly for safety, it's best to avoid them if you can — food amounts are more reassuring. Bilberry is rated as likely safe in pregnancy and lactation based on available data.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bilberry

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 — Bilberry.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 275 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.

Before taking Bilberry 1200 mg, double-check these medication types with your doctor or pharmacist: blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (Moderate risk of bleeding), diabetes medications (Moderate risk of low blood sugar), drugs metabolized by the liver enzyme CYP2E1 (Moderate risk of reduced effectiveness), and erlotinib/Tarceva (Moderate risk of reduced cancer drug effectiveness).

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Bilberry may be worth considering if you're interested in its traditional uses, but the evidence for most claims is weak or absent. If you take blood thinners, diabetes medications, or certain chemotherapy drugs, you'll need to check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it — the interaction risks are real.

Talk it over with your own healthcare provider to see if it fits your situation.

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 Jul 23, 2020.

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 Bilberry 1200 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Meijer Herbal
Barcode (UPC) 708820388444
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 23, 2020
DSLD ID 230477
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bilberry 1200 mg by Meijer Herbal, 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
708820388444
IngredientAmount% DV
Bilberry300 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin Capsule, Rice powder, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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General Statements

General Health

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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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Formulation

No yeast, wheat, soy, dairy, artificial colors, artificial flavors, preservatives, artificial sweetener, fish, trans fat, or lactose.

GF Gluten Free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) capsule one to two times daily with the meals of your choice.

Precautions

Caution: If you are pregnant, nursing a baby or considering becoming pregnant, ask a doctor before using this product. If you take a prescription medication or have any medical condition, consult a physician before using this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Store at room temperature (59 degrees F - 86 degrees F) (15 degrees C - 30 degrees C).

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Bilberry 1200 mg by Meijer Herbal label

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Bilberry 1200 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bilberry 1200 mg by Meijer Herbal

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.

Bilberry

Interacts with
275 drugs
300 mg per serving

Bilberry is a blueberry-like fruit rich in antioxidant plant compounds called anthocyanins, and it has a long history of traditional use for eye healt...

Bilberry monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin Capsule, Rice powder, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Bilberry 1200 mg by Meijer Herbal Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Bilberry 1200 mg interact with 275 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Bilberry 1200 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Bilberry

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Bilberry 1200 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.

Bilberry4 drug types · 275 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, bilberry fruit extract might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro, animal, and clinical research suggest that anthocyanidin extracts from bilberry can inhibit platelet aggregation.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, bilberry leaf or fruit extract may increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that bilberry leaf extract might have blood glucose-lowering activity. Also, one small clinical trial in patients with type 2 diabetes shows that taking bilberry fruit extract 470 mg as a single dose prior to an oral glucose tolerance test lowers plasma glucose levels when compared with placebo.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2E1 (Cyp2E1) Substrates

Theoretically, bilberry fruit extract might decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Animal research shows that exposure to small concentrations of bilberry extract in drinking water for around one month increased CYP2E1 activity by 31%. However, exposure over a 2-month period did not increase CYP2E1 activity. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Erlotinib (Tarceva)

Theoretically, bilberry fruit extract might reduce the efficacy of erlotinib.
In vitro research suggests that bilberry fruit extract and its constituents, delphinidin and delphinidin-3-O-glucoside, inhibit the activity of erlotinib. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Bilberry full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bilberry 1200 mg, from the product label.

Meijer Herbal

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Name
Meijer Distribution, Inc.
City
Grand Rapids
State
MI
ZipCode
49544
Phone Number
1-800-344-8482
Web Address
www.meijer.com
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Bilberry 1200 mg by Meijer Herbal: Common Questions

Does Bilberry 1200 mg by Meijer Herbal interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Bilberry 1200 mg has a known interaction with 275 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bilberry 1200 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 bilberry actually supposed to do?
Bilberry is traditionally used for eye health and has been studied for night vision, age-related vision loss, cognitive decline, and heart health. However, current evidence doesn't support it for night vision, and we don't have enough reliable data on most of the other claims.
Will my stools really turn dark?
Yes — it's a real and harmless side effect. Studies show that bilberry can cause dark-colored stools, and in some cases a bluish or black discoloration. You might also notice dark discoloration of your tongue or teeth. It's just the pigment from the berry and will go away when you stop taking it.
Is bilberry safe while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Bilberry is rated as likely safe during pregnancy and lactation based on available information. Of course, it's always wise to mention any new supplement to your doctor before starting it during pregnancy or while nursing.
What if I have stomach problems already?
Bilberry may cause gas, bloating, and general stomach discomfort — side effects that could bother you more if you already have a sensitive gut. Start with a low dose and see how you tolerate it, and talk to your pharmacist if you have a history of digestive issues.
Is this just bilberry, or does it have other stuff in it?
It's a single-ingredient supplement with 1200 mg of bilberry. The other contents are the gelatin capsule shell, rice powder, and vegetable magnesium stearate — all inactive ingredients to hold the capsule together.

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The Full Monographs Behind Bilberry 1200 mg’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Bilberry

Interacts with 275 drugs

Bilberry is a blueberry-like fruit rich in antioxidant plant compounds called anthocyanins, and it has a long history of traditional use for eye health, circulation, and mild diarrhea. While...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bilberry 1200 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 14 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.

Bilberry 14 references
  1. Cignarella A, Nastasi M, Cavalli E, Puglisi L. Novel lipid-lowering properties of Vaccinium myrtillus L. leaves, a traditional antidiabetic treatment, in several models of rat dyslipidaemia: a comparison with ciprofibrate. Thromb Res 1996;84:311-22. PubMed
  2. Morazzoni P, Magistretti MJ. Activity of Myrtocyan, an anthosyanoside complex from Vaccinium myrtillus (VMA), on platelet aggregation and adhesiveness. Fitoterapia 1990;61:13-21.
  3. Erlund, I., Koli, R., Alfthan, G., Marniemi, J., Puukka, P., Mustonen, P., Mattila, P., and Jula, A. Favorable effects of berry consumption on platelet function, blood pressure, and HDL cholesterol. Am J Clin Nutr 2008;87(2):323-331. PubMed
  4. Hawrelak, J. A. and Myers, S. P. Effects of two natural medicine formulations on irritable bowel syndrome symptoms: a pilot study. J Altern Complement Med 2010;16(10):1065-1071. PubMed
  5. Morazzoni P and Magistretti MJ. Effects of Vaccinium myrtillus anthocyanosides on prostacyclin-like activity in rat arterial issue. Fitoterapia 1986;57:11-14.
  6. Pulliero G, Montin S, Bettini V, and et al. Ex vivo study of the inhibitory effects of Vaccinium myrtillus anthocyanosides on human platelet aggregation. Fitoterapia 1989;60:69-75.
  7. Bottecchia D. Preliminary report on the inhibitory effect of vaccinium myrtillus anthocyanosides on platelet aggregation and clot retraction. Fitoterapia 1987;48:3-8.
  8. Fdez, M., Zaragoza, F., and Alvarez, P. In vitro platelet aggregation effects of anthocyanosides of vaccinium myrtilus L. Anales de la Real Academia de Farmacia 1983;49:79-90.
  9. Biedermann L, Mwinyi J, Scharl M, Frei P, Zeitz J, Kullak-Ublick GA, et al. Bilberry ingestion improves disease activity in mild to moderate ulcerative colitis-an open pilot study. 2013 May;7(4):271-9. PubMed
  10. Hoggard N, Cruickshank M, Moar KM, Bestwick C, Holst J, Russell W, et al. A single supplement of a standardized bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus L.) extract (36% wet weight anthocyanins) modifies glycaemic response in individuals with type 2 diabetes control
  11. Aichinger G, Pahlke G, Nagel LJ, Berger W, Marko D. Bilberry extract, its major phenolic compounds, and soy isoflavone genistein antagonize the cytostatic drug erlotinib in human epithelial cells. Food Funct 2016;7(8):3628-36.
  12. Prokop J, Lněničková K, Cibicek N, et al. Effect of bilberry extract (Vaccinium myrtillus L.) on drug-metabolizing enzymes in rats. Food Chem Toxicol 2019;129:382-90. PubMed
  13. Chan SW, Chu TTW, Choi SW, Benzie IFF, Tomlinson B. Impact of short-term bilberry supplementation on glycemic control, cardiovascular disease risk factors, and antioxidant status in Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes. Phytother Res 2021. Online ahead o PubMed
  14. Bøhn SK, Myhrstad MCW, Thoresen M, et al. Bilberry/red grape juice decreases plasma biomarkers of inflammation and tissue damage in aged men with subjective memory impairment -a randomized clinical trial. BMC Nutr 2021;7(1):75. PubMed

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