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Dietary supplement

Boswellia 300 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Edge

Capsule Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Boswellia 300 mg is a dietary supplement by Nature's Edge 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 300 mg by Nature's Edge

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: Boswellia serrata (frankincense), a resin from the Boswellia tree traditionally used in herbal medicine. Each capsule provides 300 mg of this botanical extract.

The capsule itself is made from hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide — inactive ingredients that help form and preserve the supplement.

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 Frankincense product and its label doesn't state a use — see Frankincense'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 Boswellia's effectiveness is not yet established for the uses our data covers. For acne, aging skin, back pain, cancer-related fatigue, and radiation dermatitis, the available research is rated insufficient to make a reliable claim.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means we don't have enough solid evidence yet to say one way or the other.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Frankincense

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.

Boswellia is generally well tolerated over the short term. Keep in mind that quality and dosing can vary widely between supplement brands, so consistency from one bottle to the next isn't guaranteed.

The safety information for pregnancy and breastfeeding is insufficient — there isn't enough data to know whether it's safe during these times. If you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to be, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

A small number of people have reported skin irritation, itching, or dermatitis when using frankincense, usually applied topically or inhaled; rare allergic skin reactions have been reported in case reports.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Frankincense

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. That's not a guarantee none exist, so it's still worth running your exact medications through the checker on this page before you begin — or confirming with your own pharmacist or doctor.

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 is generally well tolerated and has no documented interactions with medications we could check. The evidence for its effectiveness hasn't yet been established for common uses like back pain or skin aging.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, the safety data isn't clear enough — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it.

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 Apr 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 Boswellia 300 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Edge
Barcode (UPC) 814654148052
Net contents 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 25, 2019
DSLD ID 201355
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
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 Boswellia 300 mg by Nature's Edge, 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
814654148052
IngredientAmount% DV
Boswellia serrata300 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take one (1) capsule daily as a dietary supplement or as recommended by your healthcare professional.

Formulation

Free of: Milk or milk by-products, egg or egg by-products, fish or fish by-products, shellfish or shellfish by-products, tree nuts, wheat or wheat by-products, peanuts or peanut by-products and soybeans or soy by-products.

GMO Free 100% Natural Product Soy Free GF Certified Gluten-Free

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Caution: If you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product.

Tamper Resistant - Do not use if imprinted safety seal under cap broken or missing.

To report a serious adverse event or to obtain product information contact 1-833-GO2-EDGE (1-833-462-3343).

Brand IP Statement(s)

BosPure is a registered trademark of Dolcas Biotech LLC

FDA Disclaimer Statement

The information on this label has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Storage

To preserve quality and freshness, keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature 15(0)-30(0)C (59(0)-86(0)F.

General Statements

Please Recycle.

Formula

BosPure

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

GMP Certified Good Manufacturing Practices Full traceability Safety assured Consistent manufacturing practices

GMO Free 100% Natural Product

Soy Free

GF Certified Gluten-Free

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Boswellia 300 mg by Nature's Edge label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Boswellia 300 mg by Nature's Edge

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 container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Boswellia serrata

No known
interactions
300 mg per serving

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 serrata monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Boswellia 300 mg by Nature's Edge Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Boswellia 300 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Boswellia 300 mg, from the product label.

Nature's Edge

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Name
Nature's Edge
Street Address
30 New York Ave.
City
Westbury
State
NY
ZipCode
11590
Phone Number
1-833-462-3343
Web Address
www.naturesedge.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Boswellia 300 mg by Nature's Edge: Common Questions

Does Boswellia 300 mg by Nature's Edge interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Boswellia 300 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Boswellia 300 mg 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.
Is Boswellia safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information to know either way. The data advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding until more is known. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you before taking it.
Does Boswellia actually work for back pain or acne?
The evidence we have doesn't yet establish that it does. For acne, aging skin, back pain, cancer-related fatigue, and radiation dermatitis, the research is rated insufficient to make a reliable claim either way.
What are the possible side effects?
Boswellia is generally well tolerated. When applied to skin or inhaled, some people report dermatitis, irritation, or itching. Rare allergic skin reactions have been reported in case reports. If you notice any unusual skin reactions, stop use and talk with your pharmacist or doctor.
Why is the quality of Boswellia supplements so variable?
The strength and purity of herbal supplements aren't regulated the same way prescription drugs are. Quality and dosing can differ widely between brands and even between batches, so you may not always get the same amount of the active ingredient from one bottle to the next.
Can I take this with my other medications?
No interactions are documented in our data for Boswellia with any medications. That said, it's always smart to run your specific drugs through the checker on this page or confirm with your pharmacist before starting any new supplement.

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The Full Monographs Behind Boswellia 300 mg’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Boswellia 300 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.

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
  1. 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.
  2. Buonomo M, Hylwa S. Allergic contact dermatitis from Boswellia carterii (frankincense) oil. Contact Dermatitis 2021;85(4):465-467.

See these in context on the Frankincense 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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