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Dietary supplement

Carrot Root Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pure Herbs

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Carrot Root is a dietary supplement by Pure Herbs with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for source of vitamin a (beta-carotene), eye and vision health, digestive support.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Carrot Root by Pure Herbs

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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: Carrot Root Extract. Carrots are a food source of beta-carotene, the compound your body converts to vitamin A.

The extract concentrates that compound beyond what you'd get from eating a carrot.

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: support for eyes, skin, and healthy digestion.
  • We looked for evidence on: Vitamin A deficiency, vision health, skin health, digestive health.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Carrot is rated "Possibly Effective" for Vitamin A deficiency (Natural Medicines).

The evidence supports Carrot Root Extract as possibly effective for vitamin A deficiency — the clearest use case. For breast cancer, colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, and fibromyalgia, the research isn't yet strong enough to say whether it helps.

Those claims remain in the insufficient evidence category.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Carrot

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.

Carrot as food is well tolerated by most people. The supplement form is less studied, but oral carrot also appears generally well tolerated when used as a medicine.

Some people are allergic to carrot; allergic reactions can range from hives and swelling to breathing trouble and digestive upset. One caution: in infants, excessive carrot products given in bottles have been linked to tooth damage, so this isn't suitable for that age group.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, eating carrots is fine, but concentrated supplements or seed products aren't well studied — talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant or nursing and considering this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Carrot

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No documented interactions are documented for Carrot Root Extract in our data. That doesn't mean none exist — it means we haven't found evidence of them.

If you take any medications, it's still worth running them through the search tool on this page or asking your pharmacist for peace of mind.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Carrot Root Extract may help if you have vitamin A deficiency. For cancer prevention or fibromyalgia, the evidence isn't there yet.

If you're allergic to carrots, skip it. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or treating an infant, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

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 Dec 13, 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 Carrot Root, straight from the product label.

Brand Pure Herbs
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 13, 2022
DSLD ID 279748
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Carrot Root by Pure Herbs, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Servings per container
60
IngredientAmount% DV
Carrot Root Extract1966 mg--

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adults, mix 2 mL (abt. 1/2 tsp) of extract in 2 fl. oz (60 mL) water one time daily preferably with a meal.

Shake well before use

Formulation

Provides beneficial support for eyes, skin, and for healthy digestion.

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.

Precautions

Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you have a medical condition or are taking medication, consult your doctor prior to use.

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

Keep out of reach of children

Brand IP Statement(s)

Pure Herbs, Ltd. Natural Herbal Extracts

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

"No expense has been spared to provide the finest nature has to offer."

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Carrot Root by Pure Herbs label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Carrot Root by Pure Herbs

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

Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Carrot Root Extract

No known
interactions
1966 mg per serving

Carrot is a common food vegetable that is a rich source of beta-carotene (which the body turns into vitamin A) and other nutrients. Eating carrots is...

Carrot Root Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Carrot Root by Pure Herbs Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Carrot Root. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Carrot Root, from the product label.

Pure Herbs

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Name
Pure Herbs, Ltd.
City
Sterling Heights
State
MI
Phone Number
(800) 860-4372
Web Address
www.pureherbs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Carrot Root by Pure Herbs: Common Questions

Does Carrot Root by Pure Herbs interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Carrot Root. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Carrot Root 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.
Does this help with vitamin A deficiency?
Yes — Carrot Root Extract is rated possibly effective for vitamin A deficiency, making it a reasonable option if that's your concern. If you suspect you're deficient, confirm that with your doctor first so you can track whether it's working.
Will it help prevent cancer?
The evidence isn't clear yet. Breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and prostate cancer all have insufficient research to say whether carrot extract helps prevent them. Don't rely on this as a cancer preventive without talking to your doctor.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Eating carrots as food is fine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. But concentrated carrot supplements aren't well studied in either situation. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to decide whether this product makes sense for you.
Are there any side effects?
Carrot is generally well tolerated when used as a medicine. Some people are allergic — symptoms can include hives, swelling, trouble breathing, or diarrhea. If you've had a carrot allergy before, avoid this product.
Is this safe to give to my baby or young child?
Excessive carrot products in infants have been linked to tooth damage, so this isn't appropriate for that age group. Ask your pediatrician before giving carrot supplements to any young child.

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The Full Monographs Behind Carrot Root’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Carrot Root'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 14 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.

Carrot 14 references
  1. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
  2. Wetzel WE, Lehn W, Grieb A. [Carotene jaundice in infants with "sugar nursing bottle syndrome"]. Monatsschr Kinderheilkd 1989;137(10):659-61.
  3. el-Arab AE, Khalil F, Hussein L. Vitamin A deficiency among preschool children in a rural area of Egypt: the results of dietary assessment and biochemical assay. Int J Food Sci Nutr 2002;53(6):465-74. PubMed
  4. Helbling A. [Food allergy]. Ther Umsch 1994;51(1):31-7.
  5. Kaplan R. Carrot addiction. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 1996;30(5):698-700.
  6. Ncube, T. N., Greiner, T., Malaba, L. C., and Gebre-Medhin, M. Supplementing lactating women with puréed papaya and grated carrots improved vitamin A status in a placebo-controlled trial. J Nutr 2001;131(5):1497-1502. PubMed
  7. Mullins M, Froelke BR, Rivera MR. Effect of delayed activated charcoal on acetaminophen concentration after simulated overdose of oxycodone and acetaminophen. Clin Toxicol (Phila) 2009;47(2):112-5. PubMed
  8. Kawai M, Tamagawa-Mineoka R, Hagura A, Masuda K, Katoh N. Allergic contact dermatitis due to carrots. J Dermatol 2014;41(8):753-4. PubMed
  9. Xu X, Cheng Y, Li S, et al. Dietary carrot consumption and the risk of prostate cancer. Eur J Nutr 2014;53(8):1615-23. PubMed
  10. Donaldson MS, Speight N, Loomis S. Fibromyalgia syndrome improved using a mostly raw vegetarian diet: an observational study. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2001;1:7. PubMed
  11. Chen H, Shao F, Zhang F, Miao Q. Association between dietary carrot intake and breast cancer: A meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore). 2018;97(37):e12164. PubMed
  12. Bosanac SS, Clark AK, Sivamani RK. Phytophotodermatitis related to carrot extract-containing sunscreen. Dermatol Online J. 2018;24(1). pii: 13030/qt2nv2d1n0. DOI
  13. Deding U, Baatrup G, Christensen LP, Kobaek-Larsen M. Carrot Intake and Risk of Colorectal Cancer: A Prospective Cohort Study of 57,053 Danes. Nutrients 2020;12(2):332. PubMed
  14. Sánchez-Guerrero IM, Nieto A, Meseguer J, et al. Occupational Rhinoconjunctivitis Induced by Unusual Allergens of Carrot. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol 2020;30(3):204-206. PubMed

See these in context on the Carrot monograph →

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