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Burdock Blend Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herb Pharm

Burdock Blend label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Burdock Blend 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Burdock Blend is a dietary supplement by Herb Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin conditions like acne and eczema, digestive support, diuretic ('detox') and blood purifier.Based on those ingredients, 122 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Burdock Root, Seed Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Burdock Blend by Herb Pharm

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 16, 2026

What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • “Certified Organic Extract Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (641 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This liquid extract contains one active ingredient: a certified organic burdock root and seed extract. The product is made with cane alcohol and distilled water as inactive ingredients.

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

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Cleanse and detoxify.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish that burdock root works for acne, aging skin, breast cancer, common cold, or atopic dermatitis (eczema). Every use listed in our data carries an "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" rating, which means we don't have enough rigorous studies to know whether it's effective for those purposes.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Burdock

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.

Burdock is generally well tolerated when eaten as a food, and it has a long history of use with few reported side effects. However, safety data from formal studies are limited.

Allergic reactions—including contact dermatitis and rarely anaphylaxis—have been reported. A case of liver inflammation occurred in someone taking a multi-ingredient herbal blend that contained burdock, though it's unclear if burdock was the cause.

Contact dermatitis, sometimes appearing up to a week after use, has been seen with prolonged use of burdock root oil and plasters. During pregnancy, avoid medicinal amounts of burdock due to lack of safety data and possible effects on the uterus.

While breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety information, so avoid medicinal use and talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Burdock

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 — Burdock.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 122 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.

If you take anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs—including warfarin, newer blood thinners like apixaban, or aspirin for heart or stroke prevention—check your exact medications with the tool on this page before starting. Burdock carries a Moderate risk of increasing bleeding when combined with these drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Burdock Blend may appeal to someone looking to use burdock as a traditional herbal extract, though we don't have solid evidence it works for the conditions commonly claimed. If you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, check your specific medications before starting—the risk of increased bleeding is real.

Allergic reactions are rare but possible. Have a conversation with your own doctor or pharmacist about whether this product fits your health situation.

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 Feb 22, 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 Burdock Blend, straight from the product label.

Brand Herb Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 090700001193
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 22, 2024
DSLD ID 307455
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Burdock Blend by Herb Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.7 mL
Servings per container
168
UPC/BARCODE
090700001193
IngredientAmount% DV
Certified Organic Extract Blend641 mg--
Burdock Root, Seed Extract0 NP--

Other ingredients: Cane Alcohol, Water, Distilled

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use Shake well before using Adults: Add 1 squeeze of the dropper bulb to 2 oz. of water or juice, 2 to 4 times per day. Best taken between meals.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children

Storage

Store away from heat & light

Formula

Arctium lappa

Burdock Blend Liquid Extract

Formulation

Cleanse & detoxify

USDA Organic

Gluten-free

Certified organic by Organic Certifiers

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Burdock Blend by Herb Pharm label

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Burdock Blend label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Burdock Blend by Herb Pharm

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

Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container168 Amounts shown are per serving.

Certified Organic Extract Blend

641 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Cane Alcohol, Water, Distilled. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Burdock Blend by Herb Pharm Drug Interactions

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122Drugs
122 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Burdock Root, Seed Extract 122

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Burdock Blend interact with 122 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Burdock Blend interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Burdock Root, Seed Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Burdock Blend 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.

Burdock Root, Seed Extract1 drug type · 122 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, taking burdock with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding.

In vitro research shows that lignans from burdock reduce rabbit platelet aggregation by inhibiting platelet activating factor. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Burdock Root, Seed Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Burdock Blend, from the product label.

Herb Pharm

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Name
Herb Pharm
City
Williams
State
OR
ZipCode
97544
Phone Number
800-348-4372
Web Address
www.herb-pharm.com
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Burdock Blend by Herb Pharm: Common Questions

Does Burdock Blend by Herb Pharm interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Burdock Blend has a known interaction with 122 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Burdock Blend 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 use this while I'm pregnant?
No. The safety data advise against medicinal amounts of burdock during pregnancy because of lack of safety information and possible effects on the uterus. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking burdock?
There isn't enough safety information to say yes or no. The data advise against medicinal use of burdock while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice about your situation.
What does burdock actually do?
We don't have reliable evidence that burdock works for acne, aging skin, breast cancer, common cold, or eczema. Burdock has a long history of traditional use, but formal studies haven't confirmed it's effective for these purposes.
Can I have an allergic reaction to this?
Yes, though it's rare. Allergic reactions to burdock include contact dermatitis (rash and itching) and, very rarely, anaphylaxis. If you've had reactions to plants in the Asteraceae family, be cautious and talk with your pharmacist first.
Is burdock safe for everyday use?
When consumed as food, burdock is generally well tolerated with a long history of few side effects. However, formal safety studies on medicinal amounts are limited, so we don't have complete data on long-term use.

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The Full Monographs Behind Burdock Blend’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Burdock

Interacts with 122 drugs

Burdock is a traditional herb most often used for skin problems and as a so-called 'blood purifier,' but high-quality human studies are lacking and most claims are not well proven. It is wid...

Read the full Burdock monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Burdock Blend'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 11 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.

Burdock 11 references
  1. Iwakami S, Wu JB, Ebizuka Y, Sankawa U. Platelet activating factor (PAF) antagonists contained in medicinal plants: lignans and sesquiterpenes. Chem Pharm Bull (Tokyo) 1992;40:1196-8. PubMed
  2. Sasaki Y, Kimura Y, Tsunoda T, Tagami H. Anaphylaxis due to burdock. Int J Dermatol 2003;42:472-3. PubMed
  3. Rhoads PM, Tong TG, Banner W Jr, Anderson R. Anticholinergic poisonings associated with commercial burdock root tea. J Toxicol Clin Toxicol 1984-85;22:581-4. PubMed
  4. Rodriguez P, Blanco J, Juste S, et al. Allergic contact dermatitis due to burdock (Arctium lappa). Contact Dermatitis 1995;33:134-5.
  5. Kassler, W. J., Blanc, P., and Greenblatt, R. The use of medicinal herbs by human immunodeficiency virus-infected patients. Arch Intern Med 1991;151(11):2281-2288. DOI
  6. Chan, Y. S., Cheng, L. N., Wu, J. H., Chan, E., Kwan, Y. W., Lee, S. M., Leung, G. P., Yu, P. H., and Chan, S. W. A review of the pharmacological effects of Arctium lappa (burdock). Inflammopharmacology. 2011;19(5):245-254. PubMed
  7. Breed, F. B. and Kuwabara, T. Burdock ophthalmia. Arch Ophthalmol 1966;75(1):16-20.
  8. Bryson, P. D., Watanabe, A. S., Rumack, B. H., and Murphy, R. C. Burdock root tea poisoning. Case report involving a commercial preparation. JAMA 5-19-1978;239(20):2157. DOI
  9. <p>Fletcher GF<span>, </span>Cantwell JD. Burdock root tea poisoning. JAMA <span>1978 Oct 6;240(15):1586.</span></p> DOI
  10. Latif A, Fichadiya H, Abid F, Capo G. Herbal Teas and Thrombocytopenia: A Curious Case of Yellow Dock and Burdock-Induced Thrombocytopenia. Eur J Case Rep Intern Med 2022;9(3):003247. PubMed
  11. Niazi B, Ahmed K, Ahmed M, Ali S, Song K, Elias S. Drug-Induced Liver Injury from Herbal Liver Detoxification Tea. Case Rep Gastroenterol 2022;16(3):612-617. PubMed

See these in context on the Burdock monograph →

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