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CalmEZ Brain Tonic Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NutriCology

CalmEZ Brain Tonic 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 CalmEZ Brain Tonic 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

CalmEZ Brain Tonic is a dietary supplement by NutriCology with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for sleep problems and insomnia, anxiety and stress, digestive support.Based on those ingredients, 469 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Jujube (Ziziphus mauritianae) (seed) extract, Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin) (bark) extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of CalmEZ Brain Tonic by NutriCology

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (1.80 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

CalmEZ Brain Tonic contains 3 active ingredients: Ramulus uncariae (hook) extract, Jujube seed extract, and Silk Tree bark extract, all delivered in a proprietary blend. The capsule also includes inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, and L-leucine — that serve as binders and flow agents.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: calming and sleep support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Anxiety, Insomnia, stress relief, relaxation, rest.
  • The closest evidence on file: Zizyphus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Anxiety (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Zizyphus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Insomnia.

The evidence for these ingredients is incomplete. For Jujube seed extract, the data we hold rates its effectiveness as insufficient for aging skin, anemia, anxiety, asthma, and athletic performance — meaning there isn't enough reliable research to say whether it works for those uses.

No effectiveness ratings are on file for Ramulus uncariae or Silk Tree extracts.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Zizyphus Albizia Julibrissin

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 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Jujube seed extract is widely eaten as food and is likely safe in that form, but concentrated supplements haven't been well studied. A small clinical trial reported two cases of headache, one case of dry mouth, and one case of increased bowel movements; a separate study found three cases of mild diarrhea in newborns.

Silk Tree extract has limited human safety data — the facts advise using it carefully and under professional guidance. There isn't enough reliable information to know whether Jujube is safe while breastfeeding, and Silk Tree should be avoided during breastfeeding.

Jujube itself is rated Likely Safe in pregnancy, but Silk Tree was traditionally avoided in pregnancy due to insufficient safety data.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Zizyphus Albizia Julibrissin

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?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Zizyphus, Albizia Julibrissin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 469 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 CalmEZ Brain Tonic, check any CNS depressants you use — sleeping pills, sedatives, and certain pain relievers — as Silk Tree and Jujube extracts may amplify their effects (Moderate severity). Also double-check if you take CYP1A2 substrates (some antidepressants and other drugs), because Jujube may lower their effectiveness (Moderate).

And if you're on diabetes medications, Jujube may increase your risk of low blood sugar (Moderate).

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product may appeal to you if you're exploring herbal brain tonics, but it's not straightforward. Two of its three active ingredients interact significantly with common medications — especially sedatives and diabetes drugs.

Check your exact medications with the tool on this page before starting. And talk with your pharmacist or doctor if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any prescriptions.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 23, 2020.

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 CalmEZ Brain Tonic, straight from the product label.

Brand NutriCology
Barcode (UPC) 713947551602
Net contents 150 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 23, 2020
DSLD ID 235604
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for CalmEZ Brain Tonic by NutriCology, 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:
6 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
50
UPC/BARCODE
713947551602
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Blend1.8 Gram(s)--
Ramulus uncariae (hook) extract0 NP--
Jujube (Ziziphus mauritianae) (seed) extract0 NP--
Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin) (bark) extract0 NP--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, L-Leucine

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Label statements
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Formula

CalmEZ Brain Tonic is a proprietary blend of Chinese herbs, including Collective Happiness Bark.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use As a dietary supplement, for calming: 1 to 3 capsules two times daily; for sleep: 2 to 6 capsules before sleep, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Precautions

Caution: May cause drowsiness, and should not be taken while operating a motor vehicle or other machinery.

Warning: Consuming this product can expose you to lead which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.

General Statements

NutriCology Innovative Nutrition

Formulation

Hypoallergenic

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

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CalmEZ Brain Tonic by NutriCology label

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CalmEZ Brain Tonic label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in CalmEZ Brain Tonic by NutriCology

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container50 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Proprietary Blend

1.8 Gram(s) per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, L-Leucine. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

CalmEZ Brain Tonic by NutriCology Drug Interactions

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469 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Jujube (Ziziphus mauritianae) (seed) extract 469
Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin) (bark) extract 248

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in CalmEZ Brain Tonic interact with 469 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

2 of the 3 ingredients in CalmEZ Brain Tonic interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Jujube (Ziziphus mauritianae) (seed) extract Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin) (bark) extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in CalmEZ Brain Tonic with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Jujube (Ziziphus mauritianae) (seed) extract3 drug types · 469 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, zizyphus might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research shows that zizyphus has hypoglycemic activity. However, a small clinical study shows that zizyphus fruit powder does not reduce fasting blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cns Depressants

Theoretically, zizyphus might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Some animal research has found that various parts of zizyphus have sedative effects. However, other animal research shows that zizyphus plant extract does not alter sleep parameters when used in combination with pentobarbital.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, zizyphus might decrease the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Animal research shows that zizyphus induces CYP1A2 enzymes. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Jujube (Ziziphus mauritianae) (seed) extract full monograph & interactions

Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin) (bark) extract1 drug type · 248 drugs

Cns Depressants

Animal research suggests that certain constituents from Albizia julibrissin flowers can potentiate pentobarbital-induced sleeping time in mice. Theoretically, Albizia julibrissin might enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of CNS depressants.
Some CNS depressants include pentobarbital (Nembutal), phenobarbital (Luminal), secobarbital (Seconal), clonazepam (Klonopin), lorazepam (Ativan), zolpidem (Ambien), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Silk Tree (Albizia julibrissin) (bark) extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for CalmEZ Brain Tonic, from the product label.

NutriCology

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Name
NutriCology
City
South Salt Lake
State
UT
ZipCode
84115
Phone Number
800.545.9960
Web Address
www.nutricology.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

CalmEZ Brain Tonic by NutriCology: Common Questions

Does CalmEZ Brain Tonic by NutriCology interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, CalmEZ Brain Tonic has a known interaction with 469 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
CalmEZ Brain Tonic contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 it safe to take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Jujube seed extract is rated Likely Safe in pregnancy, but Silk Tree extract was traditionally avoided during pregnancy because there isn't enough safety data. For breastfeeding, there isn't enough information to know whether Jujube is safe, and Silk Tree should be avoided. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant or nursing.
What does Jujube seed extract do in this formula?
The product facts we have rate Jujube's effectiveness as insufficient for aging skin, anemia, anxiety, asthma, and athletic performance — meaning the research isn't clear yet. We don't have information on what it's meant to do in this specific blend.
Will this make me drowsy?
Jujube and Silk Tree extracts both have sedative properties and may add to the effects of sleep medications or other CNS depressants you're taking. If you're not on those types of drugs, we don't have data on drowsiness as a standalone side effect, though a small study did report headaches with Jujube seed extract.
Can this affect my blood sugar?
Jujube has shown hypoglycemic activity in animal research, meaning it may theoretically increase the risk of low blood sugar if you're on diabetes medications. However, a small human study found that Jujube fruit powder did not reduce fasting blood glucose levels. Check with your pharmacist or doctor before adding this if you take diabetes drugs.
What's in the capsule besides the active ingredients?
The capsule contains microcrystalline cellulose (a filler), hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (a binder), and L-leucine (an amino acid used as a flow agent). These are inactive ingredients.

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The Full Monographs Behind CalmEZ Brain Tonic’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Zizyphus

Interacts with 469 drugs

Zizyphus (jujube) is an edible fruit and traditional remedy used mainly for sleep, anxiety, and digestion. The fruit is a nutritious food, but human evidence for its medicinal benefits is li...

Read the full Zizyphus monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Albizia Julibrissin

Interacts with 248 drugs

Albizia julibrissin (Persian silk tree, He Huan) is a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine, mainly the flower and bark, for calming the mind, lifting mood, and easing sleep problems. H...

Read the full Albizia Julibrissin monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

CalmEZ Brain Tonic'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 16 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.

Zizyphus 15 references
  1. Adzu, B., Amos, S., Dzarma, S., Wambebe, C., and Gamaniel, K. Effect of Zizyphus spina-christi Willd aqueous extract on the central nervous system in mice. J Ethnopharmacol. 2002;79(1):13-16.
  2. Cisse, A., Ndiaye, A., Lopez-Sall, P., Seck, F., Faye, B., and Faye, B. [Antidiabetic activity of Zizyphus mauritiana Lam (Rhamnaceae)]. Dakar Med 2000;45(2):105-107.
  3. Abdel-Zaher, A. O., Salim, S. Y., Assaf, M. H., and Abdel-Hady, R. H. Antidiabetic activity and toxicity of Zizyphus spina-christi leaves. J Ethnopharmacol. 10-3-2005;101(1-3):129-138. PubMed
  4. Nesseem, D. I., Michel, C. G., Sleem, A. A., and El-Alfy, T. S. Formulation and evaluation of antihyperglycemic leaf extracts of Zizyphus spina-christi (L.) Willd. Pharmazie 2009;64(2):104-109. DOI
  5. Anand, K. K., Singh, B., Chand, D., Chandan, B. K., and Gupta, V. N. Effect of Zizyphus sativa leaves on blood glucose levels in normal and alloxan-diabetic rats. J Ethnopharmacol. 1989;27(1-2):121-127. PubMed
  6. Morishita, S., Mishima, Y., Hirai, Y., Saito, T., and Shoji, M. Pharmacological studies of water extract of the Zizyphus seed and the Zizyphus seed containing drug. Gen Pharmacol 1987;18(6):637-641. PubMed
  7. Watanabe, I., Saito, H., and Takagi, K. Pharmacological studies of Zizyphus seeds. Jpn J Pharmacol 1973;23(4):563-571. DOI
  8. Wu, S. X., Zhang, J. X., Xu, T., Li, L. F., Zhao, S. Y., and Lan, M. Y. [Effects of seeds, leaves and fruits of Ziziphus spinosa and jujuboside A on central nervous system function]. Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi 1993;18(11):685-4.
  9. Glombitza, K. W., Mahran, G. H., Mirhom, Y. W., Michel, K. G., and Motawi, T. K. Hypoglycemic and antihyperglycemic effects of Zizyphus spina-christi in rats. Planta Med 1994;60(3):244-247.
  10. Jarald, E. E., Joshi, S. B., and Jain, D. C. Antidiabetic activity of extracts and fraction of <it>Zizyphus mauritiana. Pharmaceutical Biology 2009;47:328-334.
  11. Ebrahimimd S, Ashkani-Esfahani S, Poormahmudibs A. Investigating the efficacy of zizyphus jujuba on neonatal jaundice. Iran J Pediatr. 2011 Sep;21(3):320-4.
  12. Hajhashemi V, Safaei A. Hypnotic effect of Coriandrum sativum, Ziziphus jujuba, Lavandula angustifolia and Melissa officinalis extracts in mice. Res Pharm Sci. 2015 Nov-Dec;10(6):477-84.
  13. Jing XY, Peng YR, Wang XM, Duan JA. Effects of Ziziphus jujuba fruit extracts on cytochrome P450 (CYP1A2) activity in rats. Chin J Nat Med. 2015 Aug;13(8):588-94. PubMed
  14. Irannejad Niri Z, Shidfar F, Jabbari M, et al. The effect of dried Ziziphus vulgaris on glycemic control, lipid profile, apo-proteins and hs-CRP in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a randomized controlled clinical trial. J Food Biochem 2020; Mar 30
  15. Shergis JL, Hyde A, Meaklim H, Varma P, Da Costa C, Jackson ML. Medicinal seeds Ziziphus spinosa for insomnia: a randomized, placebo-controlled, cross-over, feasibility clinical trial. Complement Ther Med 2021;57:102657. PubMed

See these in context on the Zizyphus monograph →

Albizia Julibrissin 1 reference
  1. Kang, T. H., Jeong, S. J., Kim, N. Y., Higuchi, R., and Kim, Y. C. Sedative activity of two flavonol glycosides isolated from the flowers of Albizzia julibrissin Durazz. J Ethnopharmacol 2000;71(1-2):321-323. PubMed

See these in context on the Albizia Julibrissin monograph →

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