Black Walnut Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by New Sun
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Black Walnut 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
Black Walnut is a dietary supplement by New Sun 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 by New Sun
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
Full disclosure
This capsule contains one active ingredient: black walnut. The product also includes gelatin (the capsule itself), magnesium stearate, and silica as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for black walnut isn't established in the data we hold. For coronary heart disease and wound healing — the uses listed — we have insufficient reliable evidence to rate whether it actually works.
That doesn't mean it doesn't; it means the research either isn't there yet or isn't strong enough to draw a solid conclusion.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Black walnut fruit (the nut itself) is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. However, the leaf, bark, and hull — which can be present in supplements — contain high amounts of tannins and may cause gastrointestinal upset.
Tree nuts, including black walnuts, can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive people; tree nuts are a major food allergen in the U.S. Daily use of related walnut species has been linked to rare oral concerns, so long-term use warrants caution.
For pregnancy, the safety data advises against use. While one rating suggests it may be acceptable, another says it's possibly unsafe — the information is mixed, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Even so, run your full medication list through the checker on this page before you start, and confirm it's okay with your own doctor or pharmacist.
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 by New Sun may be worth considering if you're exploring traditional supplements for heart or wound health, but the evidence for either use isn't established yet. Because human safety data are limited and long-term effects aren't well studied, short-term use is more appropriate than ongoing daily supplementation.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a tree nut allergy.
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 Oct 1, 2012.
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 Black Walnut, straight from the product label.
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.
Supplement Facts
The label details for Black Walnut by New Sun, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Black Walnut | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Precautions
Do not use if safety seal is missing or broken.
Keep out of reach of children.
Allergen Information: Contains black walnuts.
Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications, or experiencing health issues, consult your doctor before use.
Prolonged use not advised.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
General
Product No. 61-6 V 2.0
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendation: As a dietary supplement, take one or two capsules with meals three times daily.
Formulation
This product does not contain: yeast, corn, wheat, egg, starch, preservatives, artificial coloring or sweeteners.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Black Walnut by New Sun label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Black Walnut by New Sun
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.
Black Walnut
No knowninteractions
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 monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Black Walnut by New Sun Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Black Walnut. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Black Walnut, from the product label.
New Sun
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- New sun(TM)
- City
- Hensronville
- State
- NC
- ZipCode
- 28792
- Phone Number
- 1-800-544-0777
- Web Address
- www.newsun.net
Black Walnut by New Sun: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Black Walnut’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Black Walnut'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 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
- Blumenthal M, ed. The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- 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
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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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