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Burdock Root 2,000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Answer

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

Burdock Root 2,000 mg is a dietary supplement by Nature's Answer 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 Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Burdock Root 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer

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: burdock root extract at 2,000 mg per serving. Burdock root has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, though modern research on its effectiveness is still developing.

The liquid also includes glycerin, purified water, and alcohol as inactive ingredients to preserve and deliver the extract.

Does it work?

No specific claim
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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General wellness

This Burdock product is marketed for general wellness, not a specific health condition, so there's no single claim to grade — see Burdock's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets general wellness (“Promotes overall health and wellbeing”), not a specific health condition, so there is no single claim to grade against clinical-evidence data.

The evidence for burdock root isn't established yet. The data we hold shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for acne, aging skin, breast cancer, common cold, or atopic dermatitis (eczema).

That doesn't mean it doesn't work—it means large, well-designed human studies haven't been done on these uses. If you're considering it for one of these purposes, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the current evidence supports a trial.

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 root is generally well tolerated when eaten as a food and used short-term in healthy adults, though human safety studies are limited. The safety data advises against medicinal use during pregnancy due to lack of safety information and possible effects on the uterus, and there isn't enough data to know if it's safe while breastfeeding—discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist if either applies to you.

Serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis are rare; contact dermatitis has been reported, especially after prolonged use of burdock oils or plasters. One case of liver injury was reported in someone taking a multi-ingredient herbal tea containing burdock, but it's unclear whether burdock alone was responsible.

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.

Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you use any anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications—blood thinners like warfarin, clopidogrel, or aspirin. Burdock may theoretically increase bleeding risk with these drugs, even though this hasn't been seen in human cases yet.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula marketed for general wellness rather than one specific gradeable purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Burdock root may appeal to you if you're interested in traditional herbal use and accept that modern evidence for specific health claims is still limited. If you take a blood thinner or any prescription medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting—the interaction with anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs needs individual review.

Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding should talk with their healthcare provider before taking medicinal amounts.

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 Jul 18, 2023.

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 Root 2,000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Answer
Barcode (UPC) 083000001727
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 18, 2023
DSLD ID 295451
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Burdock Root 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
083000001727
IngredientAmount% DV
Burdock Root Extract2000 mg--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Water, Purified, Alcohol

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Label statements
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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.

Formulation

Gluten free

Promotes overall health & wellbeing

Lowest 12-15% Organic alcohol

Our alcohol extracts are produced using our cold Bio-Chelated proprietary extraction process, yielding a Holistically Balanced Advanced Botanical Fingerprint extract in the same synergistic ratios as in the plant.

Formula

K Parve (Kosher)

Fluid extract Burdock root 2,000 mg per serving

Seals/Symbols

K Parve (Kosher)

Bio-chelated Cold extraction process

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Nature's Answer Since 1972

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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 mL (49-98 drops) three (3) times a day in a small amount of water.

Shake well.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

General Statements

For product information, call (800) 439-2324

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Burdock Root 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Burdock Root 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer

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

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Burdock Root Extract

Interacts with
122 drugs
2000 mg per serving Form: Arctium lappa L. Root Extract

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 mo...

Burdock Root Extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Burdock Root 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer Drug Interactions

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122Drugs
122 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Burdock Root 2,000 mg 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 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Burdock Root 2,000 mg, from the product label.

Nature's Answer

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Name
Nature's Answer
Street Address
85 Commerce Drive
City
Hauppauge
State
NY
ZipCode
11788
Phone Number
(800) 439-2324
Web Address
www.naturesanswer.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Burdock Root 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer: Common Questions

Does Burdock Root 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Burdock Root 2,000 mg 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 Root 2,000 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 burdock root safe to take while I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against medicinal amounts of burdock during pregnancy because we don't have enough information and it may affect the uterus. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Can I use this while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information to know if medicinal burdock is safe while breastfeeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
What is burdock root used for?
Burdock has a long history of use in traditional medicine, and this product lists potential uses including acne, aging skin, breast cancer, common cold, and atopic dermatitis (eczema). However, we don't have enough reliable evidence to say it works for any of these purposes yet.
Are there any serious side effects?
Burdock is well tolerated as a food. Serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis are rare. Contact dermatitis—a skin rash—has been reported, especially with prolonged use of burdock oils or plasters. One case of liver injury was reported in someone taking a multi-ingredient herbal tea containing burdock, but it's unclear if burdock itself was the cause.
Does this product have fillers?
Yes, the inactive ingredients are glycerin, purified water, and alcohol, which help preserve and deliver the burdock root extract.

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The Full Monographs Behind Burdock Root 2,000 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

Burdock Root 2,000 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 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

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