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Dietary supplement

Boswellia serrata Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

Boswellia serrata Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 serrata Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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 Resin Extract, also known as frankincense. It's a resin from the Boswellia serrata tree that has been used traditionally in Ayurvedic and other traditional medicine systems.

There are no inactive ingredients listed for this powder.

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 serrata doesn't yet support its use for the conditions studied so far. We don't have reliable data showing it works for acne, aging skin, back pain, cancer-related fatigue, or radiation dermatitis — the effectiveness ratings for all of these come back as insufficient evidence.

That doesn't mean it has no benefit; it means the research so far hasn't been strong enough to draw firm conclusions.

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.

Frankincense is generally well tolerated in the short term, but there's a catch: the quality and dosing vary widely between products, so what you're getting can differ significantly from brand to brand. When applied to the skin or inhaled, it's usually fine, though some people have reported dermatitis, irritation, or itching.

Rare allergic reactions to frankincense essential oil have been reported in case reports, including contact dermatitis and eczematous rashes. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information, so the data advises against use.

The same goes for breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you if you're pregnant or nursing.

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 for this ingredient in our data. That said, it's always smart to run your complete medication list by your doctor or pharmacist before adding any supplement.

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 serrata extract is generally well tolerated short-term, but the science backing its benefits for acne, skin aging, back pain, or other conditions isn't yet established. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, the safety data advises against it.

Before you start, chat with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure 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 Apr 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Boswellia serrata Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X0017D0WVH
Net contents 100 Gram(s); 3.5 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 23, 2024
DSLD ID 311176
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
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 serrata Extract by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
1000 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1000 mg
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
X0017D0WVH
IngredientAmount% DV
Boswellia serrata Resin Extract1000 mg--

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements

Formulation

Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives

Color may vary

Joint supplement Anti inflammatory supplement Joint pain relief supplements

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1000 mg (about 2/5 tsp) once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician. Best taken with meals.

Storage

Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool place

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

General Statements

Use an accurate milligram scale. New

FDA Statement of Identity

Joint supplement Anti inflammatory supplement Joint pain relief supplements

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Boswellia serrata Extract by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Boswellia serrata Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size1000 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Boswellia serrata Resin Extract

No known
interactions
1000 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 Resin Extract monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Boswellia serrata Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Boswellia serrata Extract. 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 serrata Extract, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
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Boswellia serrata Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Boswellia serrata Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Boswellia serrata Extract. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Boswellia serrata Extract 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 frankincense the same thing as Boswellia serrata?
Frankincense is the resin that comes from the Boswellia serrata tree, so yes — they're the same thing. The extract in this product is the active resin from that plant.
Can I use this while I'm pregnant?
No. There isn't enough safety information about Boswellia serrata during pregnancy, so the data advises against it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.
What about breastfeeding?
There also isn't enough safety information for breastfeeding, so the data advises against use. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Does this actually help with back pain or acne?
The evidence so far is insufficient to say whether it works for back pain, acne, or the other conditions this product is marketed for. The research hasn't been strong enough to draw firm conclusions yet.
What side effects should I watch for?
When applied to skin or inhaled, frankincense may cause dermatitis, irritation, or itching. Rare allergic skin reactions, including contact dermatitis, have been reported. Since quality and dosing vary widely between products, pay attention to how your body responds when you start.

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The Full Monographs Behind Boswellia serrata Extract’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 serrata Extract'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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