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Burdock Root 425 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Best Naturals

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

Burdock Root 425 mg is a dietary supplement by Best Naturals 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. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Burdock Root 425 mg by Best Naturals

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 supplement contains one active ingredient: burdock root at 425 mg per capsule. Burdock is a root vegetable with a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine.

The capsule itself and the inactive ingredients — magnesium stearate and silicon dioxide — are fillers and binders that help form and deliver the active ingredient.

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 Burdock product and its label doesn't state a use — see Burdock'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 burdock's effectiveness isn't established in our data. The product facts show insufficient reliable evidence to rate burdock for acne, aging skin, breast cancer, common cold, and atopic dermatitis (eczema).

That means published studies either don't exist, are too small, or are too mixed to draw a firm conclusion about whether it works for these uses.

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 problems. However, human safety data for medicinal amounts are limited.

Serious allergic reactions — including contact dermatitis and anaphylaxis — are rare but have been reported. One case of liver injury was documented in someone taking a multi-ingredient herbal blend containing burdock, though it's unclear whether burdock was the cause.

Because of the lack of safety data, avoid burdock supplements during pregnancy and while breastfeeding; talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're considering it in these situations.

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.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this product if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (such as warfarin, aspirin, or clopidogrel). Burdock may theoretically increase bleeding risk with these medications, though this effect has not been reported in humans.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Burdock Root may appeal to people interested in traditional herbal remedies, but the evidence for its effectiveness for common uses isn't established in our data. If you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — there's a theoretical increased bleeding risk.

For everyone else, it's generally well tolerated, though long-term safety data are sparse.

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 21, 2022.

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 425 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Best Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 817716014364
Net contents 180 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 21, 2022
DSLD ID 269375
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, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Burdock Root 425 mg by Best Naturals, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
817716014364
IngredientAmount% DV
Burdock850 mg--

Other ingredients: Capsule, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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Formula

Burdock Root (Arctium lappa) is a biennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It is a popular herb in traditional folk medicine, and is still consumed in Japan as a vegetable called "gobo". It is rich in vitamin B-6, calcium, chlorogenic acid, flavonoids, iron, inulin, lactone, mucilage, polyacetylenes, potassium, resin, tannin, and taraxosterol. Burdock root is commony used in combination with Red Clover, Yellow Dock and Dandelion. Certain research publications indicate that it may help support the following: Supports healthy immune system. Supports healthy nervous system.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules two to three times daily, preferably with meals. Consider taking this product in combination with Best Naturals Iron.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Caution: For adults only, if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Storage

Keep in cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Product

Formulation

Premium formula

3rd party lab tested

No artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, no sugar, no starch, no corn, no soy, no egg, no milk, no lactose, no gluten, no wheat, no yeast, no fish. Sodium free.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Burdock Root 425 mg by Best Naturals label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Burdock Root 425 mg by Best Naturals

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Burdock

Interacts with
122 drugs
850 mg per serving

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 monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Burdock Root 425 mg by Best Naturals Drug Interactions

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122 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Burdock 122

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Burdock Root 425 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.

Burdock1 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 425 mg, from the product label.

Best Naturals

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Name
Best Naturals
Street Address
PO Box 394
City
Kenilworth
State
NJ
ZipCode
07033
Phone Number
1-877-659-6004
Web Address
www.shopbestnaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Burdock Root 425 mg by Best Naturals: Common Questions

Does Burdock Root 425 mg by Best Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Burdock Root 425 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 425 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data aren't strong enough to recommend burdock supplements in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it in these situations — they can weigh the risks and benefits for your personal situation.
What's burdock root, and why would someone take it?
Burdock is a root vegetable used for centuries in traditional herbal medicine. People take it hoping it may help with acne, skin aging, and immune support, though solid evidence for these uses isn't established in the data we hold.
Are there any side effects?
When eaten as food, burdock is well tolerated with few noted side effects. Serious allergic reactions like contact dermatitis are rare. One case of liver injury was reported in someone taking a multi-ingredient herbal blend, but it's unclear if burdock was responsible.
Is this product 'safe'?
Burdock is generally well tolerated as a food and short-term supplement in healthy adults, though long-term human safety data are limited. Always talk with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you take any medications.
Does this really work for acne or skin problems?
The evidence isn't established in our data. We have insufficient reliable evidence to say whether burdock works for acne, aging skin, eczema, or other conditions people use it for.

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The Full Monographs Behind Burdock Root 425 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 425 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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