Boron 3 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NOW
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Boron 3 mg 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
Boron 3 mg is a dietary supplement by NOW with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for bone health, joint and arthritis support, hormone (testosterone/estrogen) support.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 Boron 3 mg by NOW
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: boron, provided as Albion Bororganic Glycine. Boron is a mineral that plays a role in bone health and other metabolic functions.
The capsule also contains inactive ingredients (rice flour, hypromellose, stearic acid, and maltodextrin) that help form and stabilize the capsule.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Boron is likely effective for treating boron deficiency. For vaginal yeast infections (vaginal candidiasis) and radiation-related skin damage (radiation dermatitis), the evidence suggests boron is possibly effective.
There's also evidence that boron is possibly ineffective for athletic performance.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
At the 3 mg dose in this product, boron is generally well tolerated. The tolerable upper intake level set by health authorities is 20 mg per day.
The most common side effects at standard doses are mild—anorexia, skin irritation, and indigestion—though doses far above the supplement range can cause serious poisoning. Boron should be avoided in pregnancy; high amounts may harm the fetus.
It should also be avoided while breastfeeding due to limited safety data. If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this supplement.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the boron in this product. Still, mention it to your pharmacist when you pick up any new medications, just to confirm.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
This boron supplement is a straightforward option if you're looking to address a boron deficiency or exploring its use for vaginal yeast infections or skin damage—and it carries no documented drug interactions. Steer clear if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about whether it fits your health picture.
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 May 23, 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
General information
Key facts about Boron 3 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 733739014108 |
| Net contents | 100 Veg Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 23, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 313603 |
| Product type | Mineral |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Boron 3 mg by NOW, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Boron | 3 mg | -- |
| Albion Bororganic Glycine | 30 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Hypromellose, Stearic Acid, Maltodextrin
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Usage: Take 1 capsule daily with a meal.
Formula
Boron is a biologically active trace mineral that affects calcium, magnesium and phosphorous metabolism. Boron is known to support bone strength and structure.
Boron works with calcium and magnesium Albion bororganic glycine
Triangle K (Kosher)
Albion Minerals
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.
Precautions
Caution: For adults only.
Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Formulation
Natural color variation may occur in this product.
Bone support
Non-GMO
Vegetarian/vegan
Made in Canada with globally sourced ingredients.
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Albion and the Albion Gold Medallion design are trademarks of Balchem Corporation or its subsidiaries. Albion Minerals
FDA Statement of Identity
A Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Triangle K (Kosher)
GMP Quality Assured
General Statements
Minerals Family owned since 1968.
This bottle is made from 100% PCR (post-consumer recycled) resin.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Boron 3 mg by NOW label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Boron 3 mg by NOW
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Veg Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.
Boron
No knowninteractions
Boron is a trace mineral found in many plant foods and sold as a supplement, mainly promoted for bone, joint, and hormone health. The human evidence f...
Boron monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Hypromellose, Stearic Acid, Maltodextrin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Boron 3 mg by NOW Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Boron 3 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Boron 3 mg, from the product label.
NOW
See all NOW products- Name
- NOW FOODS
- Street Address
- 395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd.
- City
- Bloomingdale
- State
- IL
- ZipCode
- 60108
- Web Address
- nowfoods.com
Boron 3 mg by NOW: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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The Full Monographs Behind Boron 3 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Boron 3 mg'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 6 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.
Boron 6 references
- Ellenhorn MJ, et al. Ellenhorn's Medical Toxicology: Diagnoses and Treatment of Human Poisoning. 2nd ed. Baltimore, MD: Williams & Wilkins, 1997.
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
- Thai L, Hart LL. Boric acid vaginal suppositories. Ann Pharmacother 1993;27:1355-7.
- Acs N, Banhidy F, Puho E, Czeizel AE. Teratogenic effects of vaginal boric acid treatment during pregnancy. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2006;93:55-6. PubMed
- Garabrant, D. H., Bernstein, L., Peters, J. M., and Smith, T. J. Respiratory and eye irritation from boron oxide and boric acid dusts. J Occup Med 1984;26(8):584-586. PubMed
- Hjelm C, Harari F, Vahter M. Pre- and postnatal environmental boron exposure and infant growth: results from a mother-child cohort in northern Argentina. Environ Res 2019;171:60-8. 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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