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Burdock Root 860 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Way

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Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Burdock Root 860 mg 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 Root 860 mg is a dietary supplement by Nature's Way 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.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Burdock Root 860 mg by Nature's Way

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, a plant used traditionally in herbal medicine. The capsule also holds three inactive ingredients — hypromellose, cellulose, and magnesium stearate — which are standard binders and fillers.

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: Traditional joint support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Joint health, Arthritis, Inflammation.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence for burdock isn't established yet in our data. It's been studied for acne, aging skin, breast cancer, common cold, and eczema, but the available research isn't reliable enough to say whether it works.

We rate all of these uses as having insufficient evidence. If you're considering it for one of these reasons, talk with us about what the broader literature says and whether it might fit your situation.

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 or used short-term by healthy adults, though human safety data are limited. Serious side effects are rare but include allergic reactions (ranging from contact dermatitis to anaphylaxis).

A very small number of people have reported contact dermatitis, especially after prolonged use of the root oil or burdock plasters; reactions can show up within a week. 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.

During pregnancy, medicinal amounts of burdock should be avoided due to lack of safety data and possible effects on the uterus. Breastfeeding: there isn't enough safety information, so avoid medicinal use while nursing.

Talk with your pharmacist or doctor if you're pregnant or breastfeeding and want personalized advice.

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 any blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs — warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel, or others in this category — check your exact medication with our search tool before starting. The interaction is Moderate and involves an increased bleeding risk.

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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 is worth considering if you're exploring herbal options and aren't on blood thinners. If you take anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, check with us first.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Skip it and talk with your pharmacist.

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 Mar 25, 2025.

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 860 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Way
Barcode (UPC) 033674112007
Net contents 100 Vegan Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2025
DSLD ID 327888
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Burdock Root 860 mg by Nature's Way, 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
50
UPC/BARCODE
033674112007
IngredientAmount% DV
Burdock860 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Formulation

Traditional joint support Used in Japanese and Chinese cultures for centuries Botanicals are sourced where they grow best Made with the quality you trust

Bottled and tested in the USA

V Vegan Gelatin free

V Vegan Gelatin free Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org

Plant powered

Gluten free. No wheat, corn, soy, dairy, gelatin, or artificial colors or flavors.

General Statements

Explore more products at naturesway.com

Questions? 1-800-962-8873/naturesway.com

50% Bottle made from 50% post consumer recycled plastic

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2024 Nature's Way Brands, LLC

Seals/Symbols

V Vegan Gelatin free Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org

Formula

Burdock Root 860 mg per 2-capsule serving

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendation: Adults take 2 capsules three times daily with food.

Precautions

If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Safety sealed with inner seal. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.

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.

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Burdock Root 860 mg by Nature's Way label

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Burdock Root 860 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Burdock Root 860 mg by Nature's Way

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 container50 Amounts shown are per serving.

Burdock

Interacts with
122 drugs
860 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: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Burdock Root 860 mg by Nature's Way Drug Interactions

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122 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Burdock 122

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Burdock Root 860 mg interact with 122 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Burdock Root 860 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Burdock

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Burdock Root 860 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
Burdock full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Burdock Root 860 mg, from the product label.

Nature's Way

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Name
Nature's Way Brands, LLC
City
Green Bay
State
WI
ZipCode
54311
Phone Number
1-800-962-8873
Web Address
naturesway.com
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Burdock Root 860 mg by Nature's Way: Common Questions

Does Burdock Root 860 mg by Nature's Way interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Burdock Root 860 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 860 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 safe to take every day?
Burdock is likely safe as a food and for short-term use in healthy adults, but long-term daily use hasn't been well studied in humans. If you're thinking of taking it regularly, talk with your pharmacist about your specific situation.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — avoid medicinal amounts of burdock during pregnancy because safety data are lacking and it may affect the uterus. While breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety information either, so avoid medicinal use. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What are the side effects of burdock?
Most people tolerate burdock well. Serious side effects are rare but can include allergic reactions. Some people have reported contact dermatitis (itchy, red skin) when using burdock root oil or plasters for extended periods; reactions can appear within a week of use.
Does this supplement actually work?
The evidence isn't established yet. Burdock has been studied for acne, aging skin, breast cancer, common cold, and eczema, but we don't have reliable research showing it works for any of these uses. If you're interested in trying it, chat with us about what else is out there.
What is burdock root used for?
Burdock is a plant used in herbal medicine. Traditional uses include treating acne, aging skin, breast concerns, colds, and eczema, though the evidence for these isn't solid yet.

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The Full Monographs Behind Burdock Root 860 mg’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 Root 860 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

See these in context on the Burdock monograph →

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