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Blueberry Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Blueberry Extract 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 Most serious interaction: Minor

Blueberry Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, heart health, brain and memory health.Based on those ingredients, 88 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Blueberry extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Blueberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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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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: blueberry extract. It's a concentrated form of compounds naturally found in blueberries, delivered as a powder.

There are no inactive ingredients listed for this formula.

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 Blueberry product and its label doesn't state a use — see Blueberry'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 blueberry extract is mixed and limited. For high blood pressure (hypertension), the research suggests it's possibly ineffective—meaning studies haven't shown meaningful benefit.

For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, athletic performance, high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), and cardiovascular disease prevention, there isn't enough reliable evidence in our data to rate whether it works. If you're considering this extract for a specific health goal, talk with your doctor about what the current research actually shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Blueberry

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.

Blueberries as food are widely eaten and generally well tolerated, and blueberry extract itself is generally well tolerated when taken orally. However, freeze-dried blueberries at high doses can cause gastrointestinal upset—constipation, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.

In one trial, a meaningful number of participants taking 50 grams daily of freeze-dried blueberries dropped out within the first week due to stomach complaints. During pregnancy, eating blueberries is fine, but concentrated supplements haven't been well studied—there isn't enough data to know whether high-dose extracts are safe.

The same applies to breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this extract if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Blueberry

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Blueberry.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 88 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take antidiabetes medications (insulin, metformin, and similar drugs), flurbiprofen or other anti-inflammatories, or buspirone. Blueberry extract may increase the blood-sugar-lowering effect of diabetes medications and may raise blood levels of the other two drugs.

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The bottom line

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

Blueberry extract is generally well tolerated as a supplement, though high doses can cause stomach upset. The main caution is if you take blood-sugar medications, anti-inflammatory drugs, or buspirone—you'll want to check your specific medications before starting it.

The evidence for what this extract actually does is limited, so be clear on why you're considering it and discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist.

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 Mar 22, 2024.

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 Blueberry Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X000Y1QCJ9
Net contents 100 Gram(s); 3.5 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 22, 2024
DSLD ID 310715
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Blueberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
500 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
500 mg
Servings per container
200
UPC/BARCODE
X000Y1QCJ9
IngredientAmount% DV
Blueberry extract500 mg--

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements

Formulation

Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives.

Color may vary

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 500 mg (about 1/5 tsp) once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician.

General Statements

Use an accurate milligram scale.

New

Storage

Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

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Blueberry Extract label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Blueberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size500 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container200 Amounts shown are per serving.

Blueberry extract

Interacts with
88 drugs
500 mg per serving

Blueberries are a nutritious fruit rich in antioxidants called anthocyanins, and eating them as part of a balanced diet is healthy and safe for most p...

Blueberry extract monograph & interactions
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Blueberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Blueberry Extract interact with 88 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Blueberry Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Blueberry extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Blueberry Extract 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.

Blueberry extract3 drug types · 88 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, blueberries or blueberry leaf extracts might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal and in vitro research suggests that blueberry and/or blueberry leaf extracts can lower blood glucose levels.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Buspirone (Buspar)

Theoretically, blueberry juice might increase blood levels of buspirone.
In vitro research shows that blueberry juice can inhibit the metabolism of buspirone, possibly by inhibiting cytochrome P450 3A (CYP3A) enzymes. However, pharmacokinetic research in humans shows that drinking 300 mL of blueberry juice 30 minutes before taking buspirone hydrochloride 10 mg does not significantly affect the concentration or clearance of buspirone.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Flurbiprofen (Ansaid, Others)

Theoretically, blueberry juice might increase blood levels of flurbiprofen.
In vitro research shows that blueberry juice can inhibit the metabolism of flurbiprofen, possibly by inhibiting cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9) enzymes. However, pharmacokinetic research in humans shows that drinking 300 mL of blueberry juice 30 minutes before taking flurbiprofen 100 mg does not significantly affect the concentration or clearance of flurbiprofen.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
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The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Blueberry Extract, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
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Blueberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Blueberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Blueberry Extract has a known interaction with 88 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Blueberry Extract 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 exactly is blueberry extract?
It's a concentrated powder form of compounds naturally present in blueberries. This product contains just that one active ingredient with no fillers listed.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Eating blueberries as food is safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but concentrated extracts at high doses haven't been well studied in either situation. There isn't enough data to know whether they're safe at higher levels. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What side effects might I experience?
Blueberry extract is generally well tolerated, but freeze-dried blueberries at high doses can cause constipation, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. In one study, enough people experienced stomach troubles at 50 grams daily that they stopped taking it within the first week.
Does blueberry extract actually work for high blood pressure?
According to the available research, it's possibly ineffective for blood pressure. For other conditions like memory, anxiety, or cholesterol, there simply isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it helps.
Can I take this with my diabetes medication?
Blueberry extract may lower blood sugar on its own, so taking it alongside diabetes medications could theoretically increase your risk of low blood sugar. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining them.

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The Full Monographs Behind Blueberry Extract’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Blueberry

Interacts with 88 drugs

Blueberries are a nutritious fruit rich in antioxidants called anthocyanins, and eating them as part of a balanced diet is healthy and safe for most people. Concentrated supplements are mark...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Blueberry Extract'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 7 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.

Blueberry 7 references
  1. Cignarella A, Nastasi M, Cavalli E, Puglisi L. Novel lipid-lowering properties of Vaccinium myrtillus L. leaves, a traditional antidiabetic treatment, in several models of rat dyslipidaemia: a comparison with ciprofibrate. Thromb Res 1996;84:311-22. PubMed
  2. Wang SY, Lin HS. Antioxidant activity in fruits and leaves of blackberry, raspberry, and strawberry varies with cultivar and developmental stage. J Agric Food Chem 2000;48:140-6.. PubMed
  3. Martineau, L. C., Couture, A., Spoor, D., Benhaddou-Andaloussi, A., Harris, C., Meddah, B., Leduc, C., Burt, A., Vuong, T., Mai, Le P., Prentki, M., Bennett, S. A., Arnason, J. T., and Haddad, P. S. Anti-diabetic properties of the Canadian lowbush bluebe
  4. Vuong, T., Martineau, L. C., Ramassamy, C., Matar, C., and Haddad, P. S. Fermented Canadian lowbush blueberry juice stimulates glucose uptake and AMP-activated protein kinase in insulin-sensitive cultured muscle cells and adipocytes. Can J Physiol Pharma
  5. Hanley MJ, Masse G, Harmatz JS, Cancalon PF, Dolnikowski GG, Court MH, Greenblatt DJ. Effect of blueberry juice on clearance of buspirone and flurbiprofen in human volunteers. Br J Clin Pharmacol. 2013 Apr;75(4):1041-52. PubMed
  6. Basu A, Du M, Leyva MJ, et al. Blueberries decrease cardiovascular risk factors in obese men and women with metabolic syndrome. J Nutr 2010;140(9):1582-7. PubMed
  7. Basu A, Feng D, Planinic P, Ebersole JL, Lyons TJ, Alexander JM. Dietary blueberry and soluble fiber supplementation reduces risk of gestational diabetes in women with obesity in a randomized controlled trial. J Nutr 2021;151(5):1128-38. 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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