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Blueberry Extract Capsules Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Life Extension

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Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Blueberry Extract Capsules 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 Capsules is a dietary supplement by Life Extension with 3 active ingredients. 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 Whole Fruit Extract, Wild. 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 Capsules by Life Extension

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 3 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains 3 active ingredients: Blueberry Whole Fruit Extract (Wild), BlueActiv, and AuroraBlue. The first two are blueberry-based extracts; we have interaction and safety data for both.

The formulation also includes inactive ingredients — maltodextrin, cellulose, rice concentrate, and silica — which are fillers and capsule material.

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 extracts isn't established for most uses we have ratings on. For hypertension, the data suggests it's likely ineffective.

For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, athletic performance, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular disease, the evidence is too thin to rate — we just don't have reliable data either way.

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 eaten widely and are generally well tolerated. This concentrated supplement form, though, is less studied in pregnancy — the safety of high-dose extracts isn't known, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

The same goes for breastfeeding. In trials, freeze-dried blueberries at 50 grams daily caused gastrointestinal upset in some people — constipation, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting — and about a quarter of trial participants stopped within the first week due to stomach complaints.

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.

Check before taking this product if you use antidiabetes drugs, flurbiprofen (an anti-inflammatory), or buspirone (an anti-anxiety medication) — all have Minor interactions on file with blueberry extract ingredients. Use the medication checker on this page to look up your specific 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.

If you take antidiabetes drugs, flurbiprofen, or buspirone, check your exact medications with the tool below before starting. If you have a history of digestive upset, know that higher doses may cause constipation, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting.

Talk to your pharmacist before adding this if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any regular medication.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 21, 2025.

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 Capsules, straight from the product label.

Brand Life Extension
Barcode (UPC) 737870121466
Net contents 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 21, 2025
DSLD ID 328293
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Blueberry Extract Capsules by Life Extension, 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 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
737870121466
IngredientAmount% DV
Blueberry Whole Fruit Extract, Wild375 mg--
BlueActiv75 mg--
AuroraBlue50 mg--

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin, Cellulose, Rice Concentrate, Silica

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Label statements
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General Statements

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Precautions

Read the entire label and follow the directions carefully prior to use.

Warnings: Keep out of reach of children.

Do not exceed recommended dose. Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.

When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.

To report a serious adverse event or obtain product information, contact 1-866-280-2852.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take one (1) capsule one to four times daily, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.

Storage

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Brand IP Statement(s)

AuroraBlue is a registered trademark of Denali BioTechnologies, Inc.

Formulation

Gluten free Non GMO LE Certified

Promotes healthy DNA function

Seals/Symbols

Non GMO LE Certified

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Blueberry Extract Capsules by Life Extension label

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Blueberry Extract Capsules label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Blueberry Extract Capsules by Life Extension

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

Serving size1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 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.

Blueberry Whole Fruit Extract, Wild

Interacts with
88 drugs
375 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 Whole Fruit Extract, Wild monograph & interactions

BlueActiv

Interacts with
88 drugs
75 mg per serving Form: Blueberry Fruit Extract, Wild

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...

BlueActiv monograph & interactions

AuroraBlue

50 mg per serving Form: Wildcrafted Blueberry Complex

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin, Cellulose, Rice Concentrate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Blueberry Extract Capsules by Life Extension Drug Interactions

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88Drugs
88 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Blueberry Whole Fruit Extract, Wild 88

Individual Drug Interactions

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

1 of the 3 ingredients in Blueberry Extract Capsules interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Blueberry Whole Fruit Extract, Wild

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Blueberry Extract Capsules 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 Whole Fruit Extract, Wild3 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
Blueberry Whole Fruit Extract, Wild full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Life Extension

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Name
Quality Supplements and Vitamins, Inc.
City
Ft. Lauderdale
State
FL
ZipCode
33309
Phone Number
1-866-280-2852
Web Address
LifeExtension.com
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Blueberry Extract Capsules by Life Extension: Common Questions

Does Blueberry Extract Capsules by Life Extension interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Blueberry Extract Capsules 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 Capsules 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.
Can I take this while pregnant?
The data isn't clear enough to say either way. Eating blueberries as food is fine, but the safety of high-dose concentrated supplements in pregnancy hasn't been well studied. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before you start.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking this?
Eating blueberries is fine, but the safety of high-dose extracts while breastfeeding is unknown. Chat with your doctor or pharmacist before starting to see what's right for you.
Does it actually work for high blood pressure or brain health?
For high blood pressure, the evidence leans toward ineffective. For age-related cognitive decline and other uses, the research is too thin to rate — we just don't have reliable data. You might ask your pharmacist if blueberries are a good fit for your goals.
What side effects might I see?
Blueberry supplements are generally well tolerated, but freeze-dried forms can cause constipation, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. In one trial, about 26% of people taking 50 grams daily quit in the first week because of stomach trouble. Start with a smaller dose and see how you feel.
What is BlueActiv or AuroraBlue?
BlueActiv is another blueberry extract ingredient and has the same Minor interactions as the wild blueberry extract. We don't have interaction or effectiveness data on file for AuroraBlue, so we can't speak to how it works or if it interacts with drugs.

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The Full Monographs Behind Blueberry Extract Capsules’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...

Read the full Blueberry monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Blueberry Extract Capsules'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

See these in context on the Blueberry 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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