Boswellia 250 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by BIOVEA
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Boswellia 250 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
Boswellia 250 mg is a dietary supplement by BIOVEA with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for joint pain and osteoarthritis, inflammation, digestive complaints.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 Boswellia 250 mg by BIOVEA
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: boswellia extract, a resin from the frankincense tree, traditionally used to support joint and inflammatory health. The capsule itself is made up of inactive ingredients—hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide—which are binders and flow agents that help deliver the active ingredient.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for boswellia extract isn't established yet. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for acne, aging skin, back pain, cancer-related fatigue, and radiation dermatitis.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work—it means the studies we have aren't strong enough to say either way. If you're considering it for a specific condition, talk with your doctor about what the current research actually supports for you.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Boswellia extract is generally well tolerated short-term in oral form. The main caution: quality and dosing vary widely between products, so consistency can be an issue.
When applied to skin or inhaled as an oil, frankincense has rarely caused allergic skin reactions like dermatitis, irritation, or itching in some people. There isn't enough safety information to recommend this product during pregnancy or while breastfeeding—talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance if you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to be.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we checked. Run your exact medications through the interaction tool on this page, or ask your pharmacist to be sure.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Boswellia 250 mg is a single-ingredient supplement that's generally well tolerated when taken by mouth short-term, though the evidence for what it actually does isn't solid yet. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist before you start.
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 Sep 24, 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
General information
Key facts about Boswellia 250 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | BIOVEA |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 818423021140 |
| Net contents | 100 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 24, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 207216 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Boswellia 250 mg by BIOVEA, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Boswellia extract | 250 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
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Seals/Symbols
GMP Compliant VG Vegan Gluten free Non-GMO
Formulation
VG Vegan
Gluten free Non-GMO
General Statements
Premium quality guaranteed since 2001. BIOVEA is committed to product quality to support you and your family's wellness goals. Because we feel so strongly about the quality, potency and purity of our products, we 100% guarantee your satisfaction with every purchase.
Guaranteed premium quality
Herb
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Daily Intake: Take 1 capsule three times daily with a meal.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, have any health condition or are taking any medications, consult your healthcare professional before using this product.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use this product if the safety seal on the bottle is broken.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Boswellia 250 mg by BIOVEA 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 Boswellia 250 mg by BIOVEA
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.
Boswellia extract
No knowninteractions
Frankincense is the aromatic resin of the Boswellia tree and is best known for its boswellic acids, which may help with inflammation and joint pain. E...
Boswellia extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Boswellia 250 mg by BIOVEA Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Boswellia 250 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 Boswellia 250 mg, from the product label.
BIOVEA
See all BIOVEA products- Name
- BIOVEA
- Street Address
- 9160 E. Bahia Dr.
- City
- Scottsdale
- State
- AZ
- ZipCode
- 85260
- Web Address
- www.biovea.com
Boswellia 250 mg by BIOVEA: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
Not sure if Boswellia 250 mg is safe with your meds?
Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.
Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Boswellia 250 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Boswellia 250 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 2 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.
Frankincense 2 references
- Acebo, E., Raton, J. A., Sautua, S., Eizaguirre, X., Trebol, I., and Perez, J. L. Allergic contact dermatitis from Boswellia serrata extract in a naturopathic cream. Contact Dermatitis 2004;51(2):91-92.
- Buonomo M, Hylwa S. Allergic contact dermatitis from Boswellia carterii (frankincense) oil. Contact Dermatitis 2021;85(4):465-467.
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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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