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Dietary supplement

Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by TumoRx

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

Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X is a dietary supplement by TumoRx with 3 active ingredients. 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.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X by TumoRx

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (30 mL) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains 3 ingredients total: water, a proprietary blend (whose individual components aren't spelled out on the label), and alcohol. The active ingredient listed is bloodroot, which has been used traditionally in oral formulations for dental plaque and gingivitis.

There are no inactive fillers or binding agents listed.

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).

For dental plaque and gingivitis, bloodroot is rated possibly effective — meaning there's some evidence it may help, but the research isn't conclusive. For periodontitis (deeper gum disease), we don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or not.

If you're considering this for a dental condition, your dentist can tell you how it stacks up against standard treatments.

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 is potentially toxic and corrosive, and the safety data advises against using it for self-treatment. When taken orally, it's generally well tolerated in appropriate short-term doses, but nausea, vomiting, and central nervous system depression (drowsiness, sedation) have been reported.

Higher doses can cause serious effects including low blood pressure, shock, and coma. Long-term use of bloodroot toothpaste or mouthwash has been tied to mouth lesions, taste problems, and tooth staining.

If applied to skin, bloodroot can cause irritation, burning, severe pain, skin erosion, and permanent scarring — there are documented cases of patients who applied bloodroot salves for several days and suffered serious tissue damage. The safety data advises against bloodroot during pregnancy because it may be toxic and its safety is not established.

While breastfeeding, there isn't enough data to know either way — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

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 for bloodroot in our data. Still, before you start this product, check your exact medications with the search tool on this page — we weren't able to check water and alcohol, and the proprietary blend's components aren't named on the label.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Bloodroot has possibly effective evidence for dental plaque and gingivitis, but it's a potentially toxic plant that we don't recommend for self-treatment. It carries real risks of serious side effects at higher doses and long-term use, and can cause permanent scarring if applied to skin.

If you're dealing with a dental or skin condition, talk to your pharmacist or doctor about safer, better-studied options first.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 25, 2013.

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 Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X, straight from the product label.

Brand TumoRx
Net contents 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 25, 2013
DSLD ID 27539
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
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 Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X by TumoRx, 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:
1 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Drop(s)
Servings per container
500
IngredientAmount% DV
Water0 Not Present--
Proprietary Blend30 mL--
Alcohol0 Not Present--
Bloodroot0 Not Present--

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Label statements
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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.

Seals/Symbols

Full Strength

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Usage: As a dietary supplement consume 1 capsule per day, or as directed by a health care professional.

General

Date Code: 203x-LQD-10913

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Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X by TumoRx label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X by TumoRx

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container500 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Proprietary Blend

30 mL per serving
Interaction report

Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X by TumoRx Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X. 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 Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X, from the product label.

TumoRx

Name
BioAnue Laboratories Inc.
Street Address
P.O. Box 1056, 123 Wood Tech Dr.
City
Rochelle
State
GA
ZipCode
31079
Phone Number
(229) 365-7222
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X by TumoRx: Common Questions

Does Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X by TumoRx interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Is bloodroot safe to use for dental problems at home?
The safety data advises against using bloodroot for self-treatment because it's potentially toxic and corrosive. While it's possibly effective for dental plaque and gingivitis, it carries real risks — nausea, vomiting, and at higher doses, serious effects like low blood pressure and shock. Talk to your dentist about safer, proven options before trying this on your own.
What side effects can bloodroot cause?
When taken orally in appropriate short-term doses, bloodroot is generally well tolerated, but nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness have been reported. Higher doses can cause low blood pressure, shock, and coma. Long-term use in toothpastes or mouthwashes has been linked to mouth lesions, taste problems, and tooth staining. If applied to skin, it can cause severe burning, pain, erosion, and permanent scarring.
Can I use this product while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against bloodroot during pregnancy because it may be toxic and its safety isn't established. While breastfeeding, there isn't enough data to know either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant or nursing.
What is bloodroot used for in this product?
Bloodroot is included for its possibly effective rating for dental plaque and gingivitis. There isn't enough evidence to say whether it works for periodontitis (deeper gum disease).
Does this tincture have any fillers or other inactive ingredients?
No inactive fillers or binders are listed on this product.
Does bloodroot interact with medications?
No interactions are documented in our data for bloodroot itself. However, we weren't able to check water and alcohol, and the proprietary blend's components aren't named on the label. Use the medication checker on this page with your exact drugs to be sure.

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The Full Monographs Behind Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bloodroot Tincture & Formula 203X'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 17 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 17 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. Tenenbaum, H., Dahan, M., and Soell, M. Effectiveness of a sanguinarine regimen after scaling and root planing. J Periodontol. 1999;70(3):307-311. PubMed
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. Kopczyk, R. A., Abrams, H., Brown, A. T., Matheny, J. L., and Kaplan, A. L. Clinical and microbiological effects of a sanguinaria-containing mouthrinse and dentifrice with and without fluoride during 6 months of use. J.Periodontol. 1991;62(10):617-622. PubMed
  9. Harper, D. S., Mueller, L. J., Fine, J. B., Gordon, J., and Laster, L. L. Clinical efficacy of a dentifrice and oral rinse containing sanguinaria extract and zinc chloride during 6 months of use. J.Periodontol. 1990;61(6):352-358. PubMed
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. Cienki JJ, Zaret L. An Internet misadventure: bloodroot salve toxicity. J Altern Complement Med. 2010;16(10):1125-7. PubMed
  15. Hou JL, Brewer JD. Black salve and bloodroot extract in dermatologic conditions. Cutis. 2015;95(6):309-11.
  16. Schilling LM, Saedi N. Bloodroot paste: what dermatologists and patients need to know. Dermatol Surg 2016;42(10):1223-4. PubMed
  17. 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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