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Blood Root Vanilla Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by TerraVita

Blood Root Vanilla Flavor label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Oct 7, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Blood Root Vanilla Flavor 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 No known interaction

Blood Root Vanilla Flavor is a dietary supplement by TerraVita with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin growths, moles, and warts (topical), dental plaque and gum health, sore throat and cough (traditional).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.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Blood Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Oct 6, 2026

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: bloodroot glycerite liquid extract—a concentrated botanical preparation of bloodroot, a North American plant. Bloodroot has been used traditionally to address plaque and gum inflammation.

The inactive ingredients are glycerin (the liquid base) and vanilla flavor.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Bloodroot's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Bloodroot for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Dental plaque — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Gingivitis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Bloodroot has possibly effective evidence for dental plaque and gingivitis—meaning some research supports its use, but the data isn't conclusive. For irritable bowel syndrome and periodontitis (advanced gum disease), the evidence we hold is insufficient to rate whether it works.

If you're considering this for one of those conditions, talk with your doctor or dentist about what the current research shows and whether it makes sense for you.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bloodroot

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.

Bloodroot carries real safety concerns. It is potentially toxic and corrosive, especially at higher doses or with long-term use.

Orally, the most common side effects in appropriate short-term doses are nausea, vomiting, and nervous system depression (drowsiness). At higher doses, bloodroot can cause low blood pressure, glaucoma (elevated eye pressure), shock, and even coma.

Long-term use of bloodroot toothpaste or mouthwash has been linked to mouth sores, loss of taste, and staining of teeth and fillings. Topically, bloodroot causes burning, skin irritation, corrosion, and scarring.

The safety data advises against bloodroot during pregnancy because it may be toxic; it's possibly unsafe while breastfeeding due to lack of safety data and potential toxicity.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bloodroot

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 bloodroot. However, because bloodroot can affect blood pressure, the nervous system, and eye pressure at higher doses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before combining it with any medications you take—especially those for blood pressure, the nervous system, or eye conditions.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Bloodroot may help with dental plaque and mild gum inflammation, but it carries real toxicity risks—especially with long-term use or higher doses—and the safety data advises against it during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Because of those concerns and bloodroot's systemic effects, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it, particularly if you take any medications or have any underlying health conditions.

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 Dec 13, 2022.

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 Blood Root Vanilla Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand TerraVita
Barcode (UPC) 064435171551
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 13, 2022
DSLD ID 281659
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Blood Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita, 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:
25 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
40 Drop(s)
Servings per container
227
UPC/BARCODE
064435171551
IngredientAmount% DV
Bloodroot Glycerite Liquid Extract0.13 mL--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Vanilla Flavor

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2006 TerraVita - Distributed by ZooScape LLC, All Rights Reserved.

Formula

Glycerite liquid extract (1:5) Vanilla flavored

Formulation

Alcohol free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take 25-40 drops of extract in a small amount of warm water 3-4 times daily. Shake well before using.

Precautions

Keep away from children.

Do not use if safety seal around cap is broken or missing.

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Blood Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita label

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Blood Root Vanilla Flavor label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Blood Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita

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

Serving size25 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container227 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bloodroot Glycerite Liquid Extract

No known
interactions
0.13 mL per serving

Bloodroot is a North American plant whose red root sap contains potent alkaloids that are corrosive to skin and tissue. It has a long folk history, bu...

Bloodroot Glycerite Liquid Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Glycerin, Vanilla Flavor. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Blood Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Blood Root Vanilla Flavor. 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 Blood Root Vanilla Flavor, from the product label.

TerraVita

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Name
ZooScape LLC
Phone Number
844-449-0444
Web Address
www.ZooScape.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Blood Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita: Common Questions

Does Blood Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Blood Root Vanilla Flavor. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Blood Root Vanilla Flavor 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.
What is bloodroot, and what is it used for?
Bloodroot is a North American plant traditionally used to help with dental plaque and gingivitis (gum inflammation). The evidence suggests it may help with those two conditions, though the research isn't conclusive. It's not established for other uses like irritable bowel syndrome or advanced gum disease.
Can I take this during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
No. The safety data advises against bloodroot during pregnancy because it may be toxic. It's also possibly unsafe while breastfeeding due to lack of safety data and potential toxicity. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your options.
What side effects should I watch for?
At appropriate short-term doses, nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness are the most common oral side effects. At higher doses, bloodroot can cause low blood pressure, glaucoma, shock, and coma. Long-term use has been linked to mouth sores, loss of taste, and tooth staining. Because of these risks, bloodroot is not recommended for self-treatment without professional guidance.
Is this product safe to use long-term?
No. Long-term use of bloodroot—especially in toothpastes or mouthwashes—has been associated with mouth sores, loss of taste, and staining. The evidence supports short-term use only at appropriate doses. If you're considering bloodroot for a dental issue, talk with your dentist about how long it's safe to use.
What are the inactive ingredients?
The inactive ingredients are glycerin (the liquid base) and vanilla flavor.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Blood Root Vanilla Flavor’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Bloodroot

Bloodroot is a North American plant whose red root sap contains potent alkaloids that are corrosive to skin and tissue. It has a long folk history, but there is no good evidence it safely tr...

Read the full Bloodroot monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Blood Root Vanilla Flavor'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 14 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.

Bloodroot 14 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  3. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  4. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  5. Eversole, L. R., Eversole, G. M., and Kopcik, J. Sanguinaria-associated oral leukoplakia: comparison with other benign and dysplastic leukoplakic lesions. Oral Surg.Oral Med.Oral Pathol.Oral Radiol.Endod. 2000;89(4):455-464. PubMed
  6. Allen, C. L., Loudon, J., and Mascarenhas, A. K. Sanguinaria-related leukoplakia: epidemiologic and clinicopathologic features of a recently described entity. Gen.Dent. 2001;49(6):608-614.
  7. Kuftinec, M. M., Mueller-Joseph, L. J., and Kopczyk, R. A. Sanguinaria toothpaste and oral rinse regimen clinical efficacy in short- and long-term trials. J.Can.Dent.Assoc. 1990;56(7 Suppl):31-33.
  8. Frankos, V. H., Brusick, D. J., Johnson, E. M., Maibach, H. I., Munro, I., Squire, R. A., and Weil, C. S. Safety of Sanguinaria extract as used in commercial toothpaste and oral rinse products. J.Can.Dent.Assoc. 1990;56(7 Suppl):41-47.
  9. Cullinan, M. P., Powell, R. N., Faddy, M. J., and Seymour, G. J. Efficacy of a dentifrice and oral rinse containing sanguinaria extract in conjunction with initial periodontal therapy. Aust.Dent.J. 1997;42(1):47-51. PubMed
  10. Affleck, A. G. and Varma, S. A case of do-it-yourself Mohs' surgery using bloodroot obtained from the internet. Br.J Dermatol 2007;157(5):1078-1079. PubMed
  11. Cienki JJ, Zaret L. An Internet misadventure: bloodroot salve toxicity. J Altern Complement Med. 2010;16(10):1125-7. PubMed
  12. Hou JL, Brewer JD. Black salve and bloodroot extract in dermatologic conditions. Cutis. 2015;95(6):309-11.
  13. Schilling LM, Saedi N. Bloodroot paste: what dermatologists and patients need to know. Dermatol Surg 2016;42(10):1223-4. PubMed
  14. Schlichte MJ, Downing CP, Ramirez-Fort M, Gordon R, Tyring S. Bloodroot associated eschar. Dermatol Online J 2014;20(7). DOI

See these in context on the Bloodroot 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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