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Dietary supplement

Brahmihills Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Hills

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Brahmihills is a dietary supplement by Herbal Hills with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and cognitive support, anxiety and stress, adhd symptoms.Based on those ingredients, 930 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Brahmi leaves extract & Brahmi leaves powder Blend. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Brahmihills by Herbal Hills

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.

Brahmihills is a single-ingredient product: bacopa extract and powder blend from brahmi leaves. Bacopa is an herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine and is often promoted for brain and cognitive support.

The capsules also contain magnesium stearate, silica, and gelatin as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Bacopa's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Memory and cognitive support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Alzheimer disease, Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Cognitive function, Cognitive impairment, Parkinson disease, Age-related cognitive decline — and 3 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Bacopa is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Alzheimer disease (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Bacopa is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Cognitive function, Cognitive impairment, Parkinson disease.

The evidence for bacopa in this product isn't established in the data we hold. Our records show insufficient reliable evidence to rate bacopa for Alzheimer disease, sexual dysfunction, ADHD, back pain, cognitive function, and cognitive impairment.

If you're considering this product for one of those uses, talk with your pharmacist about what the current research actually shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bacopa

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.

Bacopa is generally well tolerated, though quality and long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal — abdominal cramps, diarrhea, dry mouth, nausea, and headache.

Some people have also reported drowsiness, insomnia, or vivid dreams. Rates of gastrointestinal side effects in studies ranged from 12% to 30%.

There isn't enough safety information to use bacopa during pregnancy or while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your personal situation.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bacopa

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Bacopa.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 931 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.

Check with your pharmacist before using this if you take cevimeline (Evoxac) or any medications broken down by your liver's CYP1A2, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, or CYP3A4 enzymes — these include many common drugs. Also check if you take cholinergic drugs, anticholinergic drugs, or thyroid hormone.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Bacopa in this product has potential interactions with a large number of medications, especially those your liver breaks down, as well as cholinergic and anticholinergic drugs. If you take any prescription medications, check them with the search tool before starting.

The evidence for bacopa's effectiveness for cognitive or other conditions isn't established in our data. Talk with your pharmacist before adding this to your routine, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on other medications.

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 Nov 21, 2012.

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 Brahmihills, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Hills
Barcode (UPC) 8906008260915
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2012
DSLD ID 15530
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Brahmihills by Herbal Hills, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
8906008260915
IngredientAmount% DV
Brahmi leaves extract & Brahmi leaves powder Blend300 mg--

Other ingredients: Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Gelatin Capsule

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Direction for use : As a dietary supplement take 1 capsule twice daily, preferably after meals or as recommended by a Healthcare Practitioner. For better results it should be taken with warm water

Precautions

Caution : Pregnant or lactating women are advised to consume herbal products under the advice of the Healthcare Practitioner.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if inner seal is broken or missing.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

General Statements

MULTIEFFECTIVE HERB

Batch No. : Exp. Date: Neutral Code # MH/PD/AYU/002/10

Brain Tonic

Pure – Natural – Effective Brahmi is a very popular brain tonic herb. It helps boost longevity, improve mental functions & learning ability. Brahmi has active ingredient Bacosides which helps in improving learning ability, enhancing grasping power, concentration & alertness.

Contents based on standard Raw Material as per Ayurvedic Text

FDA Statement of Identity

HERBAL SUPPLEMENT

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

HERBALHILLS

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice

ISO 22000:2005 CERTIFIED COMPANY

EXTRACT STANDARDIZED EXTRACT

Storage

Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

Formula

25% Total Bacosides, 27% Saponins

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Brahmihills by Herbal Hills label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Brahmihills by Herbal Hills

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.

300 mg per serving Form: Saponins, Total Bacosides

Bacopa is an Ayurvedic herb most often used for memory and thinking. Some small studies suggest it may modestly help memory when taken regularly for s...

Brahmi leaves extract & Brahmi leaves powder Blend monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Gelatin Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Brahmihills by Herbal Hills Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Brahmihills 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.

Brahmi leaves extract & Brahmi leaves powder Blend8 drug types · 930 drugs

Anticholinergic Drugs

Theoretically, concurrent use might decrease the effectiveness of both agents.
Bacopa seems to inhibit acetylcholinesterase and might increase acetylcholine levels, which could counteract the effects of anticholinergic drugs. Similarly, anticholinergic drugs might counteract the cholinergic effects of bacopa.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cevimeline (Evoxac)

Theoretically, bacopa might increase the effects and adverse effects of cevimeline.
In one case, a 58-year-old female taking cevimeline long-term for Sjogren syndrome experienced hyperhidrosis, malaise, nausea, and tachycardia shortly after taking a single dose of bacopa. Symptoms resolved after two days. Cevimeline is metabolized by cytochrome P450 (CYP) 2D6 and CYP3A4, and researchers theorize that bacopa may have inhibited these isoenzymes. However, it is unclear if bacopa causes clinically significant inhibition of either CYP2D6 or CYP3A4.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cholinergic Drugs

Theoretically, concurrent use of bacopa with other cholinergic drugs might have additive effects.
Bacopa seems to inhibit acetylcholinesterase and might increase acetylcholine levels. Theoretically, this could result in additive cholinergic effects when used with cholinergic drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Research on the effects of bacopa extracts on CYP1A2 enzymes is conflicting. Some in vitro evidence shows that bacopa extract can moderately and non-competitively inhibit CYP1A2, while other in vitro evidence suggests that any effect is unlikely to be clinically significant.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates

Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C19 substrates.
In vitro evidence suggests that bacopa extract can moderately and non-competitively inhibit CYP2C19 enzymes. It is not known whether this is clinically significant.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates

Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
Research on the effect of bacopa extracts on CYP2C9 enzymes is conflicting. Some in vitro evidence suggests that bacopa extract can moderately and non-competitively inhibit CYP2C9, while other in vitro evidence suggests that any effect is unlikely to be clinically significant.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, bacopa might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Research on the effects of bacopa extracts on CYP3A4 enzymes is conflicting. Some in vitro evidence suggests that bacopa extract can moderately and competitively inhibit CYP3A4, while other in vitro evidence suggests that any effect is unlikely to be clinically significant.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Thyroid Hormone

Theoretically, bacopa might have additive effects when used with thyroid hormone.
Animal research suggests that bacopa increases thyroxine (T4) levels in mice by about 40%.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Brahmihills, from the product label.

Herbal Hills

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Name
Isha Agro Developers Pvt. Ltd. (An ISO 22000:2005 Certified Company)
Street Address
55-A/B, Lonavala Indl. Co-op. Est. Ltd.
City
Nangargaon
State
Lonavala
Phone Number
0091 22 2868 6868
Web Address
www.herbalhills.in
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Brahmihills by Herbal Hills: Common Questions

Does Brahmihills by Herbal Hills interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Brahmihills has a known interaction with 930 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Brahmihills 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.
Can I take Brahmihills if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information about bacopa to know either way during pregnancy or breastfeeding. The safety data advises against use in both cases. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your personal situation before taking it.
What are the most common side effects?
Most commonly, people report abdominal cramps, diarrhea, dry mouth, nausea, and headache. Some have also experienced drowsiness, insomnia, or vivid dreams. In studies, gastrointestinal side effects appeared in 12% to 30% of people.
Does Brahmihills actually work for memory or brain health?
We don't have reliable evidence in our data to confirm bacopa works for Alzheimer disease, cognitive function, ADHD, or other brain-related uses. If you're interested in this product for one of those reasons, ask your pharmacist what current research shows.
Why does this interact with so many medications?
Bacopa can slow how your liver breaks down many different drugs by affecting several of its key enzymes. When drugs stay in your body longer, they can build up to higher levels and cause stronger or unwanted effects. That's why checking your specific medications with our search tool is important.
Is bacopa the only thing in these capsules?
Yes, bacopa extract and powder is the active ingredient. The capsules also contain magnesium stearate, silica, and gelatin as inactive ingredients that help form and fill the capsule.

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The 12 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.

Bacopa 12 references
  1. Stough C, Lloyd J, Clarke J, et al. The chronic effects of an extract of Bacopa monniera (Brahmi) on cognitive function in healthy human subjects. Psychopharmacology 2001;156:481-4..
  2. Yadav SK, Jain AK, Tripathi SN, Gupta JP. Irritable bowel syndrome: therapeutic evaluation of indigenous drugs. Indian J Med Res 1989;90:496-503..
  3. Morgan A, Stevens J. Does Bacopa monnieri improve memory performance in older persons? Results of a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial. J Altern Complement Med 2010;16:753-9.
  4. Kar, A., Panda, S., and Bharti, S. Relative efficacy of three medicinal plant extracts in the alteration of thyroid hormone concentrations in male mice. J Ethnopharmacol. 2002;81(2):281-285. PubMed
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  6. Kar A, Pandit S, Mukherjee K, Bahadur S, Mukherjee PK. Safety assessment of selected medicinal food plants used in Ayurveda through CYP450 enzyme inhibition study. J Sci Food Agric 2017;97(1):333-40. doi: 10.1002/jsfa.7739. PubMed
  7. Kongkeaw C, Dilokthornsakul P, Thanarangsarit P, et al. Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on cognitive effects of Bacopa monnieri extract. J Ethnopharmacol 2014;151(1):528-35. PubMed
  8. Ramasamy S, Kiew LV, Chung LY. Inhibition of human cytochrome P450 enzymes by Bacopa monnieri standardized extract and constituents. Molecules 2014;19(2):2588-601. PubMed
  9. Prabhakar S, Vishnu VY, Modi M, et al. Efficacy of Bacopa monnieri (Brahmi) and donepezil in Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment: a randomized double-blind parallel phase 2b study. Ann Indian Acad Neurol 2020;23(6):767-73. PubMed
  10. Acquarulo B, Tandon P, Macica CM. Suspected cholinergic toxicity due to cevimeline hydrochloride and Bacopa monnieri interaction: a case report. J Med Case Rep 2022;16(1):253. PubMed
  11. Keegan AP, Stough C, Paris D, et al. Bacopa monnieri supplementation has no effect on serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor levels but beneficially modulates nuclear factor kappa B and cyclic AMP response element-binding protein levels in healthy elderl
  12. Yaworski AM, Blyumin M, Chang T, Mammen AL, Greene M. Necrotizing myopathy with elevated anti-HMGCR antibodies following exposure to the supplement Bacopa. Muscle Nerve 2023;67(2):E1-E3.

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