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Bilva Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Banyan Botanicals

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Powder 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 Bilva 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Bilva Powder is a dietary supplement by Banyan Botanicals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diarrhea and dysentery, indigestion and other digestive complaints, constipation.Based on those ingredients, 819 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bael tree. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bilva Powder by Banyan Botanicals

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.

Bilva Powder is a single-ingredient product containing bael tree extract. Bael is a traditional fruit used in Ayurvedic medicine; this supplement concentrates that herb into powder form.

There are no added fillers or inactive ingredients in this product.

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 Bael's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: promotes healthy bowel function and stool formation.
  • We looked for evidence on: Shigellosis, Diarrhea, Dysentery, Constipation.
  • The closest evidence on file: Bael is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Shigellosis (Natural Medicines).

The data we hold shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate bael for asthma or shigellosis (a type of bacterial infection). That means the evidence available so far isn't strong enough to say whether it works for these uses.

If you're considering it for another reason, that information isn't on file for us.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bael

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.

The ripe bael fruit is widely eaten as food and is generally well tolerated, but concentrated supplements like this powder lack strong safety data. Consuming large amounts may cause stomach upset and constipation.

The data advises against medicinal use during pregnancy and breastfeeding — safety is not established for either. 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 Bael

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 — Bael.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 820 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 you take Bilva Powder, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on antidiabetes medications like glimepiride (risk of low blood sugar), cholinergic drugs used for Alzheimer's or muscle disorders (risk of additive effects), or any drug metabolized by the liver enzymes CYP1A2 or CYP3A4, including certain antidepressants, antinausea meds, cholesterol drugs, or antifungals.

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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.

Bilva Powder may be worth considering if you're interested in traditional herbal support, but it's not for everyone. If you take antidiabetes drugs, cholinergic medications, or drugs metabolized by your liver, you need to check with your doctor or pharmacist first — interactions are possible.

Pregnant people and those breastfeeding should avoid it. Your own healthcare provider can weigh whether this product 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 Mar 22, 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 Bilva Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Banyan Botanicals
Barcode (UPC) 618192068526
Net contents 0.5 Pound(s); 227 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 22, 2024
DSLD ID 305593
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bilva Powder by Banyan Botanicals, 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:
0.25 Teaspoon(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.5 Teaspoon(s)
Servings per container
166
UPC/BARCODE
618192068526
IngredientAmount% DV
Bael tree0.5 Teaspoon(s)--

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Label statements
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Formula

(Aegle marmelos)

Organic Ayurvedic Herbs

Bilva (Aegle marmelos) is an excellent herb for promoting the proper function of the bowels and healthy stool formation. Its astringent quality helps dry excess kapha in the colon while promoting the natural binding of the stool. Bilva soothes the mucus membranes in the intestines, and its heating action helps balance the downward moving energies of vata. It also stimulates the digestive fire and eliminates natural toxins in the GI tract.

Formulation

Supporting your Ayurvedic lifestyle

Non GMO

Promotes healthy, solid stools Dries excess kapha and soothes the mucus membranes in the intestines Promotes the healthy movement of vata in the colon Stimulates the digestive fire and eliminates natural toxins in the GI tract

Certified Organic by: QAI

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

Sustainably sourced Fairly traded

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon with warm water, once or twice daily, or as directed by your health practitioner.

Precautions

If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition, please consult with your health care practitioner prior to the use of this product.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

General Statements

Banyan Botanicals was founded in 1996 with the mission to help people achieve and maintain optimal health and well-being. As an Ayurvedic lifestyle company, we specialize in products made from Ayurvedic herbs that are organically grown, sustainably sourced, fairly traded, and made in the USA. Banyan is committed to providing exceptional customer service, inspiring educational content, and the highest quality Ayurvedic herbs that are safe, pure, and effective.

Illuminate your path to well-being Get your free Ayurvedic Profile at banyanbotanicals.com/illuminate

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Bilva Powder label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bilva Powder by Banyan Botanicals

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

Serving size0.25 Teaspoon(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container166 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bael tree

Interacts with
819 drugs
0.5 Teaspoon(s) per serving

Bael is a fruit-bearing tree long used in traditional Indian (Ayurvedic) medicine, mostly for digestive problems like diarrhea and indigestion. Modern...

Bael tree monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Bilva Powder by Banyan Botanicals Drug Interactions

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819Drugs
111 Moderate 708 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Bael tree 819

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Bilva Powder interact with 819 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Bilva Powder interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Bael tree

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Bilva 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.

Bael tree4 drug types · 819 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Evidence from animal research suggests that extracts of bael seed and leaf can reduce blood glucose levels. Theoretically, bael might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs and increase the risk of hypoglycemia. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.
Some antidiabetes drugs include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazone (Avandia), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cholinergic Drugs

Bael leaf extract shows acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitory activity in vitro. Theoretically, bael might have additive effects with cholinergic drugs and increase the risk of cholinergic side effects.
Cholinergic drugs include bethanechol (Urecholine), donepezil (Aricept), echothiophate (Phospholine Iodide), edrophonium (Enlon, Reversol, Tensilon), neostigmine (Prostigmin), physostigmine (Antilirium), pyridostigmine (Mestinon, Regonol), succinylcholine (Anectine, Quelicin), and tacrine (Cognex).

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Bael extract and its constituent marmesinin inhibited cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) activity in vitro. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. Theoretically, bael might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Some drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 include amitriptyline (Elavil), haloperidol (Haldol), ondansetron (Zofran), propranolol (Inderal), theophylline (Theo-Dur, others), verapamil (Calan, Isoptin, others), and others. Use bael cautiously or avoid in patients taking these drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Bael and its constituents marmelosin and marmesinin inhibited cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) activity in vitro. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. Theoretically, bael might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Some drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 include lovastatin (Mevacor), ketoconazole (Nizoral), itraconazole (Sporanox), fexofenadine (Allegra), triazolam (Halcion), and numerous others. Use bael cautiously or avoid in patients taking these drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Bael tree full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bilva Powder, from the product label.

Banyan Botanicals

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Name
Banyan Botanicals
City
Albuquerque
State
NM
ZipCode
87113
Phone Number
1-800-953-6424
Web Address
banyanbotanicals.com
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Bilva Powder by Banyan Botanicals: Common Questions

Does Bilva Powder by Banyan Botanicals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Bilva Powder has a known interaction with 819 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bilva Powder 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 Bilva Powder if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No, medicinal use is not advised during either pregnancy or breastfeeding. The safety data isn't established, and traditional sources warn against it in pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing.
What are the side effects of bael?
In large amounts, bael may cause stomach upset and constipation. The concentrated supplement form lacks strong safety data overall, though the fruit itself is eaten as food.
Does Bilva Powder actually work for asthma or infection?
The evidence we have isn't strong enough to say whether bael works for asthma or shigellosis (a type of infection). More research would be needed to know for sure.
Will bael affect my blood sugar medication?
Yes, potentially. Bael may lower blood glucose levels on its own, so combined with a diabetes drug it could push your levels too low. Your doctor will need to monitor your blood sugar closely and may adjust your dose.
Is this powder just the bael fruit, or does it have other stuff in it?
It's just bael tree extract — no fillers or other inactive ingredients added.

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The Full Monographs Behind Bilva Powder’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Bael

Interacts with 819 drugs

Bael is a fruit-bearing tree long used in traditional Indian (Ayurvedic) medicine, mostly for digestive problems like diarrhea and indigestion. Modern human evidence for its medicinal benefi...

Read the full Bael monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bilva Powder'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 7 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.

Bael 7 references
  1. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  2. Sabu, M. C. and Kuttan, R. Antidiabetic activity of Aegle marmelos and its relationship with its antioxidant properties. Indian J Physiol Pharmacol 2004;48(1):81-88.
  3. Kesari, A. N., Gupta, R. K., Singh, S. K., Diwakar, S., and Watal, G. Hypoglycemic and antihyperglycemic activity of Aegle marmelos seed extract in normal and diabetic rats. J Ethnopharmacol 10-11-2006;107(3):374-379. PubMed
  4. Haider, R., Khan, A. K., Aziz, K. M., Chowdhury, A., and Kabir, I. Evaluation of indigenous plants in the treatment of acute shigellosis. Trop.Geogr.Med 1991;43(3):266-270.
  5. Asaduzzaman M, Uddin MJ, Kader MA, et al. In vitro acetylcholinesterase inhibitory activity and the antioxidant properties of Aegle marmelos leaf extract: implications for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Psychogeriatrics. 2014;14(1):1-10.
  6. Yugandhar P, Rao KM, Sengupta K. A novel herbal composition containing extracts of Boswellia serrata gum resin and Aegle marmelos fruit alleviates symptoms of asthma in a placebo controlled double-blind clinical study. Phytother Res. 2018;32(1):140-150.
  7. Manda VK, Avula B, Chittiboyina AG, Khan IA, Walker LA, Khan SI. Inhibition of CYP3A4 and CYP1A2 by Aegle marmelos and its constituents. Xenobiotica. 2016;46(2):117-25.

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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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