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Dietary supplement

Black Walnut Bark Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by TerraVita Premium Collection

Powder Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Black Walnut Bark Powder is a dietary supplement by TerraVita Premium Collection with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for intestinal parasites and worms, digestive complaints, antimicrobial and antifungal support.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Black Walnut Bark Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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: black walnut, in powder form. Black walnut comes from the tree of the same name and has been used traditionally in herbal practice, though modern evidence for its benefits is limited.

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 Black Walnut product and its label doesn't state a use — see Black Walnut'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 black walnut is scarce. We hold data rating its use for coronary heart disease (heart disease prevention and heart function) and wound healing as having insufficient reliable evidence — meaning we don't have enough solid research to say whether it works for those purposes.

If you're considering it for a specific health goal, your doctor or pharmacist can help you weigh what limited evidence exists against other options.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Black Walnut

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.

Black walnut bark contains high amounts of tannins (plant compounds with astringent properties), which can cause problems. The most common issue is gastrointestinal upset — stomach discomfort, cramping, or irregular bowel movements — if you take it by mouth.

The data show it's acceptable for short-term use in most adults, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied in humans. Additionally, there's a small risk of allergic reaction in people sensitive to tree nuts, since black walnuts are classified as a major tree nut allergen in the United States.

For pregnancy, the safety data advise against use. For breastfeeding, there isn't enough information to know either way — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Black Walnut

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for black walnut. Still, mention this supplement to your doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if you take any medications or have a tree nut allergy.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Black Walnut Bark Powder is a single-ingredient supplement with no documented medication interactions, but also very limited evidence that it works for the conditions it's traditionally used for. Most healthy adults tolerate short-term use, though tannins in the bark can upset your stomach.

If you're pregnant, the safety data advise against it; if you're breastfeeding, check with your own doctor or pharmacist first before taking it.

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 Apr 21, 2023.

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 Black Walnut Bark Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand TerraVita Premium Collection
Barcode (UPC) 064435150433
Net contents 4 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 21, 2023
DSLD ID 289837
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Black Walnut Bark Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection, 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:
0.25 Teaspoon(s)
Servings per container
113
UPC/BARCODE
064435150433
IngredientAmount% DV
Black Walnut, Powder1000 mg--

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2005 TerraVita - Distributed by ZooScape LLC, All Rights Reserved.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions Stir 1/4 of a teaspoon into a glass of water and consume 3 times daily, with meals.

General Statements

TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium natural products that use the finest, purest and most potent ingredients in the world. TerraVita's hallmarks are the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. All products are prepared with the greatest quality control, from raw materials through the entire manufacturing process, right up to the moment your product is sealed for freshness and shipped to you.

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FDA Disclaimer Statement

Statements not evaluated by FDA. Product not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Black Walnut Bark Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Black Walnut Bark Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection

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 container113 Amounts shown are per serving.

Black Walnut, Powder

No known
interactions
1000 mg per serving

Black walnut is a tree whose green hulls are traditionally used as a natural antiparasitic and digestive remedy, but solid human evidence for these us...

Black Walnut, Powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Black Walnut Bark Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Black Walnut Bark Powder. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Black Walnut Bark Powder, from the product label.

TerraVita Premium Collection

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Name
TerraVita Fine Whole Herbs
City
Brampton
State
Ontario
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Black Walnut Bark Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection: Common Questions

Does Black Walnut Bark Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Black Walnut Bark Powder. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Black Walnut Bark 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 this if I have a nut allergy?
Black walnuts are classified as a tree nut allergen in the United States, so if you're allergic to tree nuts, you should avoid this product. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you're unsure whether you're at risk or want to test it safely.
Will it upset my stomach?
The bark contains high amounts of tannins, which can cause gastrointestinal upset — stomach discomfort, cramping, or changes in bowel movements — when taken by mouth. If you have a sensitive stomach, start with a small dose and see how you feel.
Is it safe to use long-term?
The safety data show it's acceptable for short-term use in most adults, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied in humans. If you want to use it regularly, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Can I take it while pregnant or breastfeeding?
For pregnancy, the safety data advise against use. For breastfeeding, there isn't enough information to know either way — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in either situation.
Does it actually work for heart health or wound healing?
The evidence is scarce. We have insufficient reliable evidence to say whether black walnut works for coronary heart disease or wound healing. Your doctor can discuss what limited research exists and whether it makes sense for your situation.

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The Full Monographs Behind Black Walnut Bark Powder’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Black Walnut Bark 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 3 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.

Black Walnut 3 references
  1. Blumenthal M, ed. The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
  2. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  3. Food and Drug Administration. Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA); Public Law 108-282, Title II. Accessed on May 19, 2021. Available at: https://www.fda.gov/food/food-allergensgluten-free-guidance-documents-regulatory-infor

See these in context on the Black Walnut monograph →

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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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