Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 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.
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Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg is a dietary supplement by Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, antioxidant support, general wellness/tonic.Based on those ingredients, 327 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg by Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: chaga mushroom fruiting body extract, 600 mg per capsule. Chaga is a fungus that grows on birch trees and has been used traditionally in teas and foods.
The capsule also contains cellulose, an inactive ingredient used as a filler.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence we hold for chaga doesn't establish reliable effectiveness for the conditions it's marketed for—cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and COVID-19 all carry a rating of insufficient reliable evidence. That means studies so far haven't been strong enough to prove it works for these purposes, not that it doesn't work.
If you're considering chaga for any health goal, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current science actually supports.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Chaga is generally well tolerated in the amounts used in foods and teas, but human safety data are limited. The safety information during pregnancy advises against use—not enough data to know it's safe.
The same caution applies while breastfeeding; there isn't enough information to recommend it. There have been rare reports of kidney problems (kidney failure and acute nephropathy) linked to very high chaga consumption; chaga contains high levels of oxalate, which can stress the kidneys over time, especially in people prone to kidney stones or kidney disease.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, immune-suppressing medications, or antidiabetes drugs. Chaga has documented theoretical interactions with all three types, at Moderate severity.
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.
Chaga mushroom extract is worth a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist if you take blood thinners, immune-suppressing drugs, or diabetes medications—the theoretical risks are documented, even if they haven't been seen in humans yet. Pregnant people and those breastfeeding should avoid it.
If you have a history of kidney problems or kidney stones, check with your own healthcare provider before starting, since chaga is high in oxalate.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 22, 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
General information
Key facts about Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 60 Vegi-Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 22, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 307161 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg by Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract | 600 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose
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Formulation
No stearates! No fillers, soy, corn, rice, wheat, yeast, dairy, artificial colors or flavors, or titanium dioxide. Non-GMO.
A potent anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory.
Vegetarian standardized extract
General Statements
For more information call 954-479-4320
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Formula
50% polysaccharides
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule twice daily with food.
Precautions
Warning: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
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Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg by Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg by Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs
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Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract
Interacts with327 drugs
Chaga is a fungus that grows mostly on birch trees and is used as a tea or supplement, mainly for immune and antioxidant support. Human evidence for i...
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg by Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs Chaga Mushroom Extract contains one active ingredient—chaga mushroom fruiting body extract—which has documented interactions with three medication types.
The most serious concern is with blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (such as warfarin, aspirin, or clopidogrel). Animal and lab research suggests chaga may thin the blood further, raising the risk of bleeding, though this hasn't been reported in humans yet.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Chaga may also interfere with immune-suppressing medications used after transplants or for autoimmune conditions. Lab studies hint that chaga stimulates immune function, which could work against these drugs, but again no human cases have been documented.
Additionally, chaga theoretically might lower blood sugar too much if you're already taking diabetes medications, based on animal research showing it can decrease glucose levels and boost insulin—though, like the others, this hasn't been seen in people.
Altogether, these interactions span 327 individual medications. Because the evidence here is from animal studies and lab work rather than human trials, the real-world risk is uncertain.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg interact with 327 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking chaga with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Acarbose interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking chaga with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Acetohexamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking chaga with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Albiglutide interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Alemtuzumab interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking chaga with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking chaga with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking chaga with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Anagrelide interactionAnifrolumab-fniaSaphnelo
How Anifrolumab-fnia interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Anifrolumab-fnia interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract + Anisindione interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 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.
Chaga Mushroom Fruiting Body Extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that chaga extract can inhibit platelet aggregation. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking chaga with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that chaga might decrease blood glucose levels and increase insulin levels. This has not been reported in humans.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
In vitro research suggests that certain constituents of chaga stimulate immune function. This has not been reported in humans.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg, from the product label.
Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs
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- Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs LLC
- Street Address
- 7933 SW Jack James Drive
- City
- Stuart
- State
- FL
- ZipCode
- 34997
- Phone Number
- 954-479-4320
- Web Address
- BarlowesHerbalElixirs.com
Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg by Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Chaga Mushroom Extract 600 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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
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The 9 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.
Chaga 9 references
- Sun JE, Ao ZH, Lu ZM, et al. Antihyperglycemic and antilipidperoxidative effects of dry matter of culture broth of Inonotus obliquus in submerged culture on normal and alloxan-diabetes mice. J Ethnopharmacol 2008;118(1):7-13. PubMed
- Hyun KW, Jeong SC, Lee DH, et al. Isolation and characterization of a novel platelet aggregation inhibitory peptide from the medicinal mushroom, Inonotus obliquus. Peptides 2006;27(6):1173-8. PubMed
- Kim YO, Han SB, Lee HW, et al. Immuno-stimulating effect of the endo-polysaccharide produced by submerged culture of Inonotus obliquus. Life Sci 2005;77(19):2438-56. PubMed
- Kikuchi Y, Seta K, Ogawa Y, et al. Chaga mushroom-induced oxalate nephropathy. Clin Nephrol 2014;81(6):440-4. PubMed
- Lee S, Lee HY, Park Y, et al. Development of end stage renal disease after long-term ingestion of chaga mushroom: case report and review of literature. J Korean Med Sci. 2020;35(19):e122.
- Kwon O, Kim Y, Paek JH, et al. Chaga mushroom-induced oxalate nephropathy that clinically manifested as nephrotic syndrome: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022;101(10):e28997. PubMed
- Su L, Xin C, Yang J, et al. A polysaccharide from Inonotus obliquus ameliorates intestinal barrier dysfunction in mice with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Int J Biol Macromol 2022;214:312-323. PubMed
- Chen S, Ma Y, Li H, et al. Anti-diabetic e?ects of Inonotus obliquus extract in high fat diet combined streptozotocin-induced type 2 diabetic mice. Nutr Hosp 2022;39(6):1256-1263. PubMed
- Ye X, Wu K, Xu L, et al. Methanol extract of Inonotus obliquus improves type 2 diabetes mellitus through modifying intestinal flora. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2023;13:1103972. PubMed
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