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Blueberry Leaf Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Botanic Choice

Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Blueberry Leaf is a dietary supplement by Botanic Choice 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.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Blueberry Leaf by Botanic Choice

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. The liquid form also includes alcohol, glycerin, and water as inactive ingredients.

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 we hold on blueberry extract is mixed and often limited. For hypertension (high blood pressure), it's rated possibly ineffective.

For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, athletic performance, high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), and cardiovascular disease, there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate how well it works. Talk with your doctor about whether this product is right for what you're hoping to treat.

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. This product is a concentrated extract in liquid form, so the safety picture is a bit different.

Gastrointestinal side effects — constipation, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting — have been reported with freeze-dried blueberry supplements; in one trial, about a quarter of participants stopped taking it in the first week because of stomach upset. For pregnancy, the safety data advises caution: eating blueberries is fine, but concentrated supplements haven't been well studied in pregnancy.

Breastfeeding safety is also unclear for high-dose extracts. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you during pregnancy 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 drugs (like insulin or metformin), flurbiprofen (Ansaid), or buspirone (BuSpar). Blueberry extract may theoretically increase the risk of low blood sugar with diabetes medications and may slow how your body clears 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 Leaf may be worth considering if you're interested in general health support, but the evidence for specific conditions is weak or missing. If you take antidiabetes drugs, anti-inflammatory medications like flurbiprofen, or buspirone, check your exact medications with the tool on this page and talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Be aware that gastrointestinal side effects are possible.

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 Feb 25, 2019.

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 Leaf, straight from the product label.

Brand Botanic Choice
Barcode (UPC) 703308200652
Net contents 1 fl. Oz.; 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 25, 2019
DSLD ID 199558
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 Blueberry Leaf by Botanic Choice, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
UPC/BARCODE
703308200652
IngredientAmount% DV
Blueberry extract155 mg--

Other ingredients: Alcohol, Glycerin, Water

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

General Statements

Trusted since 1910 3:1 extract

Formula

Alcohol liquid extract

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 mL (approx. 28 drops) three times daily, in a small amount of water.

Shake well.

Precautions

Warning: If you are taking any medications or are pregnant or nursing do not use prior to consulting a physician.

Use only if seal is unbroken.

Keep out of reach of children

Storage

Best if used by date on bottle. Store in a dry, cool place.

Brand IP Statement(s)

IBG Indiana Botanic Gardens

General

C-104694

See for yourself

Blueberry Leaf by Botanic Choice label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Blueberry Leaf by Botanic Choice

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

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Amounts shown are per serving.

Blueberry extract

Interacts with
88 drugs
155 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

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

Interaction report

Blueberry Leaf by Botanic Choice Drug Interactions

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88Drugs
88 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Blueberry Leaf 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
The maker

Brand information

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

Botanic Choice

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Name
Indiana Botanic Gardens, Inc.
Street Address
3401 W. 37th Ave.
City
Hobart
State
IN
ZipCode
46342
Phone Number
1-800-644-8327
Web Address
www.botanicchoice.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Blueberry Leaf by Botanic Choice: Common Questions

Does Blueberry Leaf by Botanic Choice interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Blueberry Leaf 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 Leaf 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.
Will this help my blood pressure?
According to the evidence we hold, blueberry is rated possibly ineffective for high blood pressure. There are other options worth discussing with your doctor.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Eating blueberries is fine during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but this is a concentrated extract and hasn't been well studied in either situation. The safety data advises caution. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this specific product is right for you.
What are the side effects?
Blueberry extract is generally well tolerated, but some people report constipation, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting — particularly with freeze-dried forms. In one trial, about a quarter of participants stopped the supplement in the first week due to stomach upset.
Is this liquid form better than a capsule?
The facts we hold don't compare different forms of blueberry extract, so I can't say one is better than the other. Both would have the same ingredient and potential interactions.
What's blueberry extract actually used for?
Lab and animal research suggests it may help lower blood sugar, but human evidence for specific health conditions is limited or missing. It's not proven effective for high blood pressure, cognitive decline, anxiety, athletic performance, high cholesterol, or heart disease.

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Sources & How We Checked

Blueberry Leaf'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.

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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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