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Butcher's Broom Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Butcher's Broom Extract 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

Butcher's Broom Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins, leg swelling and heaviness.Based on those ingredients, 158 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Butcher's Broom Leaf, Stem Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Butcher's Broom Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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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 is one ingredient: Butcher's Broom Leaf, Stem Extract. It's a botanical extract made from the leaves and stems of the butcher's broom plant.

There are no inactive fillers or binders listed in this formula.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: circulation and vein health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), Varicose veins, Hemorrhoids, leg swelling, venous function.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Butcher's Broom is rated "Possibly Effective" for Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Butcher's Broom is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Hemorrhoids, Varicose veins.

Butcher's Broom Extract is possibly effective for chronic venous insufficiency (discomfort, swelling, and heaviness in the legs from poor blood flow in the veins). For other uses — diabetic retinopathy (eye damage from diabetes), hemorrhoids, orthostatic hypotension (dizziness when standing up), and lymphedema (fluid buildup and swelling) — the evidence isn't reliable enough yet to say whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Butcher's Broom

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.

Taken by mouth, butcher's broom is generally well tolerated short-term in healthy adults, though long-term safety data is limited. The most common side effects are digestive: diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and stomach irritation.

A small number of people have had more serious reactions, including one case of severe vomiting and diarrhea requiring hospitalization. During pregnancy, safety has not been established — the evidence advises against use.

While breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety information, so it's best avoided. If you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Butcher's Broom

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 — Butcher's Broom.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 158 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 taking this product if you use alpha-adrenergic agonists (such as decongestants or certain blood-pressure medications) or alpha-adrenergic antagonists (like blood-pressure or prostate medications). Butcher's broom may either strengthen or weaken how these drugs work, a Moderate concern with both types.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Butcher's Broom Extract may help with chronic venous insufficiency symptoms, but it does interact with blood-pressure and cold medications. If you take anything for blood pressure, decongestants, or prostate symptoms, check your exact medications before starting.

It's not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Your doctor or pharmacist can review your specific situation and help you decide if it's a fit.

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 Apr 23, 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 Butcher's Broom Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X000YHIULL
Net contents 250 Gram(s); 8.8 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 23, 2024
DSLD ID 311197
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Butcher's Broom Extract by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
500 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
500 mg
Servings per container
500
UPC/BARCODE
X000YHIULL
IngredientAmount% DV
Butcher's Broom Leaf, Stem Extract500 mg--

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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements

Formulation

Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives.

Color may vary

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 500 mg (about 1/5 tsp) one to three times daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool place

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

General Statements

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Butcher's Broom Extract label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Butcher's Broom Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size500 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container500 Amounts shown are per serving.

Butcher's Broom Leaf, Stem Extract

Interacts with
158 drugs
500 mg per serving Form: Butcher's Broom Leaf Extract, Butcher's Broom Stem Extract

Butcher's broom is a plant extract most often used for circulation problems in the legs, such as chronic venous insufficiency, where some evidence sug...

Butcher's Broom Leaf, Stem Extract monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Butcher's Broom Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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158 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Butcher's Broom Extract interact with 158 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Butcher's Broom Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Butcher's Broom Leaf, Stem Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Butcher's Broom Extract 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.

Butcher's Broom Leaf, Stem Extract2 drug types · 158 drugs

Alpha-Adrenergic Agonists

Theoretically, butcher's broom might increase the effects and adverse effects of alpha-adrenergic agonists.
Animal and in vitro studies show that butcher's broom has alpha-adrenergic agonist effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Alpha-Adrenergic Antagonists

Theoretically, butcher's broom might reduce the effects of alpha-adrenergic antagonists.
Animal and in vitro studies show that butcher's broom has alpha-adrenergic agonist effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Butcher's Broom Leaf, Stem Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Butcher's Broom Extract, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Butcher's Broom Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Butcher's Broom Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Butcher's Broom Extract has a known interaction with 158 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Butcher's Broom Extract 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?
No — safety hasn't been established in pregnancy, so it's advised against. While breastfeeding, there's not enough safety data, so it's best avoided too. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance.
What are the most common side effects?
Digestive upset is most likely: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, heartburn, and stomach irritation. These happen with short-term use in some people. If you take it topically (as a cream), you might get a rash or itching in sensitive skin.
How long does it take to work for leg circulation problems?
The facts we have don't specify a timeline. If you're considering this for chronic venous insufficiency, ask your doctor or pharmacist what to expect in terms of when you might notice improvement.
Is there just one ingredient in this powder?
Yes — it's only Butcher's Broom Leaf, Stem Extract. There are no fillers or other inactive ingredients added.
How long is it safe to take butcher's broom?
The data we hold shows it's generally well tolerated short-term in healthy people, but long-term safety information is limited. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how long you should take it and whether you need monitoring.
Does this work for hemorrhoids or diabetic eye problems?
For hemorrhoids and diabetic retinopathy (eye damage from diabetes), the evidence isn't reliable enough yet to say it works. More research is needed in those areas.

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The Full Monographs Behind Butcher's Broom Extract’s Ingredients

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

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Butcher's Broom

Interacts with 158 drugs

Butcher's broom is a plant extract most often used for circulation problems in the legs, such as chronic venous insufficiency, where some evidence suggests it may help reduce swelling and di...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Butcher's Broom Extract'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 8 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.

Butcher's Broom 8 references
  1. Beltramino R, Penenory A, Buceta AM. An open-label, randomized multicenter study comparing the efficacy and safety of Cyclo 3 Fort versus hydroxyethyl rutoside in chronic venous lymphatic insufficiency. Angiology 2000;51:535-44.. PubMed
  2. Redman DA. Ruscus aculeatus (butcher's broom) as a potential treatment for orthostatic hypotension, with a case report. J Altern Complement Med 2000;6:539-49..
  3. Landa, N., Aguirre, A., Goday, J., Raton, J. A., and Diaz-Perez, J. L. Allergic contact dermatitis from a vasoconstrictor cream. Contact Dermatitis 1990;22(5):290-291. PubMed
  4. Cluzan, R. V., Alliot, F., Ghabboun, S., and Pascot, M. Treatment of secondary lymphedema of the upper limb with CYCLO 3 FORT. Lymphology 1996;29(1):29-35.
  5. Parrado F, Buzzi A. A study of the efficacy and tolerability of a preparation containing Ruscus aculeatus in the treatment of chronic venous insufficiency of the lower limbs. Clin Drug Invest 1999;18(4):255-61. DOI
  6. Sadarmin PP, Timperley J. An unusual case of Butcher's Broom precipitating diabetic ketoacidosis. J Emerg Med 2013;45(3):e63-e65. PubMed
  7. Ramirez-Hernandez M, Garcia-Selles J, Merida-Fernandez C, Martinez-Escribano JA. Allergic contact dermatitis to ruscogenins. Contact Dermatitis 2006;54(1):60. PubMed
  8. European Medicines Agency. Assessment report on Ruscus Aculeatus L rhizome. EMEA/HMPC/261939/2007. London, September 4, 2008. Available at: http://www.ema.europa.eu/docs/en_GB/document_library/Herbal_-_HMPC_assessment_report/2009/12/WC500018288.pdf. Acces

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