BladderSense Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Natural Factors WS WomenSense
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking BladderSense 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
BladderSense is a dietary supplement by Natural Factors WS WomenSense with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph) symptoms, overactive bladder, eye and skin health (vitamin a source).Based on those ingredients, 1 medication has a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Pumpkin seed extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of BladderSense by Natural Factors WS WomenSense
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
BladderSense contains one active ingredient: pumpkin seed extract. In its concentrated form, it's been studied for bladder and urinary health, though the evidence for most of those uses is still being built.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence for pumpkin seed extract is strongest for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), an enlarged prostate — it's rated possibly effective for that. For other uses — including androgenic alopecia (pattern hair loss), interstitial cystitis (bladder pain), parasitic infections, and urinary tract infections — the evidence isn't yet established in the data we hold.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Pumpkin seed extract is generally well tolerated in most adults. The most common side effects from oral use are mild: abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
Anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) is rare. There are two case reports of hair loss in the weeks after eating meals containing high amounts of bitter pumpkin or squash, thought to be due to a compound called cucurbitacin — but this is very uncommon.
For pregnancy and breastfeeding, there isn't enough data on concentrated pumpkin seed supplements to know whether they're safe; talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
If you take lithium, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting BladderSense. Pumpkin seed extract may increase lithium levels in your body, and your dose may need adjustment.
No other interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we could check.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
BladderSense may help if you're dealing with an enlarged prostate. The main caution is if you take lithium — you'll want to flag this with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, since the dose might need adjusting.
For other uses listed on the label, the evidence is still thin, so have a conversation with your healthcare provider about whether it fits your situation.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 25, 2017.
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 BladderSense, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Natural Factors WS WomenSense |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 068958049779 |
| Net contents | 90 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 25, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 76609 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for BladderSense by Natural Factors WS WomenSense, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Pumpkin seed extract | 262 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetarian Capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silica
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Seals/Symbols
isura Non-GMO - Mass Spec Documentation - Lab tested
Purity & potency guaranteed
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Usage: 1 capsule 1-3 times per day or as directed by a health professional.
Precautions
Cautions: As with any supplement, consult your health professional before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive, or if you are taking medication, have a medical condition, or anticipate a surgery.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is broken.
Formula
WomenSense is a line of products dedicated to helping women reach their full health potential.
BladderSense contains the highly absorbable water-soluble pumpkin seed extract to support bladder function including frequency, tone, and control.
General Statements
Manufactured by Natural Factors to ensure safety and potency in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) of the FDA and Health Canada.
Urinary formula
Supports healthy bladder function
Product of Canada Recyclable container and label.
Formulation
Contains no artificial colors, preservatives, or sweeteners; no dairy, starch, sugar, wheat, gluten, yeast, soy, corn, egg, fish, shellfish, animal parts, salt, tree nuts, or GMOs.
Suitable for vegetarians/vegans.
Non GMO - Gluten free
Storage
For freshness, store in a cool, dry place.
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.
General
R0
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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BladderSense by Natural Factors WS WomenSense label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in BladderSense by Natural Factors WS WomenSense
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Pumpkin seed extract
Interacts with1 drug
Pumpkin is a nutritious squash, and its seeds and seed oil are the parts most often used as supplements, mainly for urinary and prostate symptoms. The...
Pumpkin seed extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Vegetarian Capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
BladderSense by Natural Factors WS WomenSense Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
BladderSense by Natural Factors WomenSense contains pumpkin seed extract, which has one documented interaction.
If you take lithium (a mood stabilizer), pumpkin may reduce how your kidneys clear it from your body, causing levels to build up. Pumpkin is thought to act as a mild diuretic (water pill), and that effect may be what slows lithium excretion.
Your lithium dose might need to be adjusted.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Additionally, no interactions are documented with any other medications for the ingredient we could check. That said, run your exact medications through the search tool below before you start — we want to make sure nothing else on your list needs a second look.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in BladderSense interact with 1 drug. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in BladderSense interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Pumpkin seed extract
Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug)Eskalith, Lithium Carbonate
How Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interacts with BladderSense — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pumpkin Seed ExtractLithium Moderate
Interaction Summary
Pumpkin might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Read the full Pumpkin Seed Extract + Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in BladderSense 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.
Pumpkin seed extract
Lithium
Pumpkin might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Pumpkin is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, this might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for BladderSense, from the product label.
Natural Factors WS WomenSense
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- Natural Factors Canada
BladderSense by Natural Factors WS WomenSense: Common Questions
Does BladderSense by Natural Factors WS WomenSense interact with any medications?
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Where does this information come from?
What is pumpkin seed extract and what is it supposed to do?
What are the side effects I should watch for?
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The Full Monographs Behind BladderSense’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
BladderSense'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 5 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.
Pumpkin 5 references
- Marks L, Partin AW, Epstein JI, et al. Effects of a saw palmetto herbal blend in men with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia. J Urol 2000;163:1451-6. DOI
- Cho YH, Lee SY, Jeong DW, et al. Effect of pumpkin seed oil on hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2014;2014:549721. PubMed
- Vahlensieck W, Theurer C, Pfitzer E, Patz B, Banik N, Engelmann U. Effects of pumpkin seed in men with lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia in the one-year, randomized, placebo-controlled GRANU study. Urol Int 2015;94(3):286-95 PubMed
- Assouly P. Hair loss associated with cucurbit poisoning. JAMA Dermatol. 2018 May 1;154(5):617-618. PubMed
- Gawryjolek J, Ludwig H, Zbikowska-Götz M, Bartuzi Z, Krogulska A. Anaphylaxis after consumption of pumpkin seeds in a 2-y-old child tolerant to its pulp: A case study. Nutrition 2021;89:111272. PubMed
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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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