BioActive Carbon Iodine Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking BioActive Carbon Iodine 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.
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BioActive Carbon Iodine is a dietary supplement by Microbe Formulas with 5 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general wellness and energy, gut health, antioxidant support.Based on those ingredients, 264 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Dibasic acid, Iodine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of BioActive Carbon Iodine by Microbe Formulas
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
Low disclosure
BioActive Carbon Iodine contains 5 ingredients, of which iodine is the main active one. Iodine is essential for thyroid function and healthy metabolism.
The product also contains fulvic acid compounds — listed as dibasic acid (fulvic acid), polyelectrolytes of fulvic acid, and polysaccharides — which are promoted for supporting the body's natural detoxification and nutrient absorption, though the evidence for these claims in humans is limited. There are no inactive fillers listed for this product.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Iodine in this product is likely effective for preventing radiation exposure and treating iodine deficiency — both well-established roles. It's possibly effective for oral mucositis (mouth sores from cancer treatment) and periodontitis (gum disease), though the evidence is less robust.
The fulvic acid compounds have insufficient evidence to rate for respiratory tract infections, lead toxicity, eczema, fatigue, or hay fever. We simply don't have enough reliable human data to say whether they work for those uses.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Iodine is well tolerated when you stay within safe dietary amounts, but high doses can trigger thyroid problems — including goiter (enlarged thyroid), overactive or underactive thyroid, and even thyroid nodules. You may also notice a metallic taste, nausea, diarrhea, headache, or runny nose.
Rarely, people can have a hypersensitivity reaction with swelling, rash, or bleeding. Taking large amounts over time can cause acnelike skin lesions called iododerma.
For pregnancy and nursing: iodine is likely safe and actually needed for your baby's development, but use only the amount your doctor advises and avoid high-dose products. The fulvic acid compounds lack enough safety data — the facts advise against them during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Short-term use of fulvic acid appears tolerated, with mild side effects like diarrhea, headache, or sore throat reported in trials, though a thorough safety review hasn't been done.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking BioActive Carbon Iodine, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take lithium, antithyroid medications, or amiodarone — all have moderate interactions with the iodine in this product that may alter how well your thyroid function is controlled. Also flag blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (the fulvic acid may reduce their effect), immune-suppressing medicines (which this product may interfere with), or thyroid hormone replacement (the fulvic acid may disrupt your levels).
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product is mainly useful if you're iodine-deficient or need protection against radiation exposure. The fulvic acid compounds have unproven benefits and limited safety data.
If you take lithium, antithyroid drugs, amiodarone, blood thinners, medicines that suppress immunity, or thyroid hormone replacement, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — the interactions here are real enough to need review.
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Assessment coverage: 5 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 26, 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
General information
Key facts about BioActive Carbon Iodine, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Microbe Formulas |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 788000132401 |
| Net contents | 60 Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 26, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 242124 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for BioActive Carbon Iodine by Microbe Formulas, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Iodine | 5 mg | -- |
| Proprietary Blend | 5 mg | -- |
| Dibasic acid | 0 NP | -- |
| Polyelectrolytes of Fulvic Acid | 0 NP | -- |
| Polysaccharides | 0 NP | -- |
| Total Iodide/Iodine | 12.5 mg | 8333% |
| Iodide | 7.5 mg | -- |
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Take 1 tablet daily with food or as otherwise directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Precautions
Warning: Please consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or considering use for a child.
Warning: Please consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or considering use for a child.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Statement of Identity
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.
Dietary Supplement
Formulation
Non GMO Gluten free No fillers
100% Vegan
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BioActive Carbon Iodine by Microbe Formulas label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in BioActive Carbon Iodine by Microbe Formulas
These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
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BioActive Carbon Iodine by Microbe Formulas Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
BioActive Carbon Iodine by Microbe Formulas contains iodine and fulvic acid compounds, both of which interact with certain medications.
The most serious concern is with lithium (a mood stabilizer): iodine can add to lithium's thyroid-suppressing effects and may lower thyroid function in otherwise healthy adults. Monitor your thyroid if you take both.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Iodine also interacts moderately with antithyroid drugs (used to treat overactive thyroid) — high-dose iodine can swing thyroid function either direction, potentially throwing off your medication's balance. Similarly, if you take amiodarone (a heart rhythm drug that's about a third iodine by weight), adding this product could push your iodine levels too high and harm thyroid function.
The fulvic acid compounds in this product may reduce how well blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs work — in lab studies, fulvic acid shortened clotting time, raising clot risk. They may also interfere with medicines that suppress your immune system and could disrupt thyroid hormone therapy by raising TSH levels and altering the T4-to-T3 ratio.
Altogether, these interactions span 264 individual medications. Check your exact prescriptions with the search tool on this page before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in BioActive Carbon Iodine interact with 264 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 5 ingredients in BioActive Carbon Iodine interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Dibasic acid Iodine
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Abrocitinib interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Alemtuzumab interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAmiodaroneCordarone, Pacerone
How Amiodarone interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IodideAmiodarone (cordarone) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining iodine with amiodarone might cause excessively high iodine levels.
Read the full Iodide + Amiodarone interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Anagrelide interactionAnifrolumab-fniaSaphnelo
How Anifrolumab-fnia interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Anifrolumab-fnia interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Anisindione interactionAntithrombin IiiThrombate III
How Antithrombin Iii interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Antithrombin Iii interactionAntithymocyte GlobulinThymoglobulin
How Antithymocyte Globulin interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Antithymocyte Globulin interactionApixabanEliquis
How Apixaban interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Apixaban interactionArgatrobanArgatroban
How Argatroban interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Argatroban interactionAspirinAngettes 75, ASA, Asaphen, Aspirin, Caprin, Cartia +8 more
How Aspirin interacts with BioActive Carbon Iodine — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PolysaccharidesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Polysaccharides + Aspirin interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in BioActive Carbon Iodine with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Dibasic acid
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro evidence shows that fulvic acid, formed from the oxidation and polymerization of protocatechuic acid, can shorten prothrombin time in human plasma, increasing the risk of clot formation.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Animal research shows that fulvic acid stimulates immune function.
Thyroid Hormone
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid with thyroid hormone therapy might interfere with the ability to normalize thyroid function.
Animal research shows that fulvic acid increases the plasma level of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and decreases the thyroxine (T4):triiodothyronine (T3) ratio.
Iodine
Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Combining iodine with amiodarone might cause excessively high iodine levels.
Amiodarone contains 37.3% iodine and can increase iodine levels. Concomitant use with iodine might increase the risk of having excessive iodine levels and adversely affecting thyroid function. Monitor thyroid function.
Antithyroid Drugs
Iodine might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Iodine in high doses has been reported to cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, depending on the individual's past medical history. Taking iodine while using antithyroid drugs could alter the effects of the antithyroid drugs.
Lithium
Combining iodine with lithium might have additive hypothyroid effects.
Lithium can inhibit thyroid function. Several case reports suggest that concomitant use of lithium and potassium iodide can reduce thyroid function in otherwise healthy adults. Monitor thyroid function.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for BioActive Carbon Iodine, from the product label.
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The Full Monographs Behind BioActive Carbon Iodine’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Fulvic Acid
Interacts with 257 drugsFulvic acid is a natural compound formed when plants and microbes break down in soil, and it is sold as a supplement for energy, gut, and overall wellness. Human research is very limited, so...
Read the full Fulvic Acid monograph → Herb & supplement monographIodine
Interacts with 7 drugsIodine is an essential mineral your body needs to make thyroid hormones, and most people get enough from iodized salt, dairy, and seafood. Supplements help when you are truly deficient, but...
Read the full Iodine monograph →Sources & How We Checked
BioActive Carbon Iodine'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 29 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.
Iodine 26 references
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