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Butchers Broom 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BodSmith

Butchers Broom 500 mg label
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Capsule 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 Butchers Broom 500 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

Butchers Broom 500 mg is a dietary supplement by BodSmith 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 Butchers Broom. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Butchers Broom 500 mg by BodSmith

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: butcher's broom (500 mg per capsule). It's a plant extract traditionally used to support vein and circulation health.

The capsule also holds gelatin and rice powder as inactive ingredients to hold the supplement together.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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
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: supports circulatory system and hemorrhoid health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), Varicose veins, Hemorrhoids, leg swelling, venous circulation.
  • 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.

The data supports butcher's broom as possibly effective for chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) — the pooling and heaviness in the legs from sluggish blood flow back to the heart. For other uses listed here — diabetic retinopathy, hemorrhoids, orthostatic hypotension (dizziness on standing), and lymphedema — the evidence isn't established well enough to rate it.

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.

Butcher's broom is generally well tolerated short-term in healthy adults, but long-term safety data is limited. The most common side effects from oral use are digestive: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, indigestion, and stomach inflammation.

A small number of people have reported severe gastrointestinal symptoms (vomiting and diarrhea) requiring hospitalization. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy.

There isn't enough safety information to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant or nursing.

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.

Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on alpha-adrenergic agonists (decongestants and some blood-pressure medications) — butcher's broom may increase their strength and side effects. Also check if you're on alpha-adrenergic antagonists (blood-pressure lowering drugs) — this supplement may weaken their effect.

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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 is a reasonable choice if you're dealing with chronic venous insufficiency and your doctor or pharmacist clears it with your blood-pressure medications. If you take alpha-adrenergic agonists (like decongestants) or alpha-adrenergic antagonists (like blood-pressure lowering drugs), check with your own healthcare provider before starting — this supplement may change how those drugs work.

Avoid it during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless your doctor says otherwise.

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 Aug 23, 2021.

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 Butchers Broom 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand BodSmith
Net contents 200 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2021
DSLD ID 249735
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 Butchers Broom 500 mg by BodSmith, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
200
IngredientAmount% DV
Butchers Broom500 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Rice powder

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adults, take one (1) capsule daily preferably with a meal.

Precautions

Warning: Pregnant or lactating women should consult a doctor before using any product. Consult doctor before use if you are taking any prescription medications.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur, including gastrointestinal discomfort.

Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.

Keep out of reach of children.

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

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Product Proudly Made in the USA FDA Registered Manufactured in a FDA Registered Facility that conforms to GMP standards.

Formulation

Supports circulatory system May help reduce hemorrhoid issues

Contains no: artificial coloring, artificial flavor, preservatives, yeast, corn, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, salt, sodium, soy, sugar, gluten, starch or wheat.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Storage

Store in a dry place and avoid excessive heat.

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Butchers Broom 500 mg by BodSmith label

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Butchers Broom 500 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Butchers Broom 500 mg by BodSmith

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container200 Amounts shown are per serving.

Butchers Broom

Interacts with
158 drugs
500 mg per serving

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...

Butchers Broom monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Rice powder. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Butchers Broom 500 mg by BodSmith Drug Interactions

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158Drugs
158 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Butchers Broom 158

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Butchers Broom 500 mg interact with 158 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Butchers Broom 500 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Butchers Broom

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Butchers Broom 500 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.

Butchers Broom2 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
Butchers Broom full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Butchers Broom 500 mg, from the product label.

BodSmith

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Name
BodSmith
Street Address
P.O. Box 513
City
Litchfield
State
MI
ZipCode
49252
Web Address
www.bodsmith.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Butchers Broom 500 mg by BodSmith: Common Questions

Does Butchers Broom 500 mg by BodSmith interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Butchers Broom 500 mg 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?
Butchers Broom 500 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.
What is butcher's broom, and what's it supposed to do?
Butcher's broom is a plant extract that the evidence supports as possibly effective for chronic venous insufficiency — the heaviness, swelling, and sluggish blood flow in the legs. For other uses like hemorrhoids or diabetic eye problems, we don't have enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works.
Are there any common side effects I should know about?
Oral use is generally well tolerated, but the most common side effects are digestive: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, indigestion, and stomach inflammation. If you're applying it topically (on skin), some sensitive people have developed a rash or dermatitis.
Is it safe to take long-term?
Short-term safety in healthy adults looks solid, but we don't have much data on long-term use. If you're thinking of taking it regularly, run that past your doctor or pharmacist.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against use during pregnancy. There isn't enough information to know either way about breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Does it interact with blood-pressure medications?
Yes. If you're on drugs that raise blood pressure (like decongestants), this supplement may make them stronger. If you're on blood-pressure lowering drugs, it may weaken them. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining.

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The Full Monographs Behind Butchers Broom 500 mg’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

Butchers Broom 500 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 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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