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Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for constipation and digestive health, source of prebiotic fiber (inulin), coffee substitute.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Chicory Root Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g by BulkSupplements.com

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: chicory root extract at 5 grams per serving. Chicory root is a plant traditionally used in herbal medicine and food preparations.

The powder also contains dextrin, an inactive ingredient used as a carrier.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: digestive health and constipation relief.
  • We looked for evidence on: Constipation, Dyspepsia, digestive function, prebiotic fiber, gut health.
  • The closest evidence on file: Chicory is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Constipation (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Chicory is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Dyspepsia.

The evidence on chicory root extract isn't established yet. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for neonatal jaundice, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, osteoarthritis, dyspepsia, and high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia).

That doesn't mean it won't work — it means the research so far hasn't been conclusive enough for us to say either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Chicory

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.

Chicory root extract is generally well tolerated in food amounts. The most common side effects when taken orally are stomach discomfort, belching, bloating, and gas.

Some people may be sensitive to it — if you're allergic to ragweed, daisies, chrysanthemums, marigolds, or other plants in the daisy family, you may react to chicory as well. Occupational exposure has triggered asthma, skin rashes, and in rare cases, severe reactions, though those happen with regular workplace exposure rather than casual supplement use.

Traditional sources suggest chicory may stimulate the uterus, so medicinal amounts are best avoided during pregnancy. There isn't enough safety data for medicinal amounts while breastfeeding — talk with your pharmacist or doctor if you're pregnant or nursing and considering this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Chicory

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 — Chicory.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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.

If you take antidiabetes drugs — insulin, metformin, or any other type — check your exact medications with our tool before starting this product. Chicory may increase the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) when combined with these drugs.

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The bottom line

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

Chicory root extract may be worth considering if you're interested in traditional herbal support, but the evidence for specific health claims isn't solid yet. If you take any diabetes medication, check your exact drugs before you start — this one can lower blood sugar.

Talk with your pharmacist, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to plants in the daisy family.

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 Feb 23, 2025.

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 Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X001XOVJHB
Net contents 100 Gram(s); 3.53 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 23, 2025
DSLD ID 330572
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 Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g 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:
5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
5 Gram(s)
Servings per container
20
UPC/BARCODE
X001XOVJHB
IngredientAmount% DV
Chicory Root Extract5 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Dextrin

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Label statements
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Formula

Chicory Extract 5 g per serving

Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements

Formulation

Color may vary

Free of: added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten

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.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 5 grams (about 2 tsp) once daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

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

General Statements

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Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container20 Amounts shown are per serving.

Chicory Root Extract

Interacts with
86 drugs
5 Gram(s) per serving

Chicory is best known as a caffeine-free coffee substitute and as a source of inulin, a soluble prebiotic fiber that may support digestion and regular...

Chicory Root Extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g 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.

Chicory Root Extract1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, chicory might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal and in vitro research shows that chicory extracts have antidiabetic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g, 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
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Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g 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 have allergies?
If you're allergic to ragweed, daisies, chrysanthemums, or marigolds, be cautious — chicory is in the same plant family and may trigger a reaction. Start carefully or skip it if you know you're sensitive to those plants.
What are the most common side effects?
The most common ones are stomach discomfort, gas, bloating, and belching — all from taking it orally. These tend to be mild and happen because chicory can affect digestion.
Is this safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Traditional sources warn that medicinal amounts of chicory may stimulate the uterus, so it's best avoided in pregnancy. There also isn't enough safety data for medicinal amounts while breastfeeding — talk with your pharmacist or doctor for personalized advice.
What does chicory root extract actually do?
The evidence on chicory extract for specific health claims — like liver health, arthritis, or digestion — isn't established yet. That means research so far hasn't been clear enough for us to say it works for those purposes.
Will this lower my blood sugar?
Animal and lab research suggests chicory has blood-sugar-lowering effects. If you take diabetes medication, that's important — combining them could increase the risk of low blood sugar, so check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

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The Full Monographs Behind Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Chicory Root Extract Powder 5 g'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 13 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.

Chicory 13 references
  1. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  2. Stone-Dorshow T, Levitt MD. Gaseous response to ingestion of a poorly absorbed fructo-oligosaccharide sweetener. Am J Clin Nutr 1987;46:61-5. PubMed
  3. Briet F, et al. Symptomatic response to varying levels of fructo-oligosaccharides consumed occasionally or regularly. Eur J Clin Nutr 1995;49:501-7.
  4. Bouhnik Y, Vahedi K, Achour L, et al. Short-chain fructo-oligosaccharide administration dose-dependently increases fecal bifidobacteria in healthy humans. J Nutr 1999;129:113-6. PubMed
  5. Cummings JH, Macfarlane GT, Englyst HN. Prebiotic digestion and fermentation. Am J Clin Nutr 2001;73:415S-420S. PubMed
  6. Cadot, P., Kochuyt, A. M., van Ree, R., and Ceuppens, J. L. Oral allergy syndrome to chicory associated with birch pollen allergy. Int.Arch.Allergy Immunol. 2003;131(1):19-24. PubMed
  7. Friis, B., Hjorth, N., Vail, J. T., Jr., and Mitchell, J. C. Occupational contact dermatitis from Cichorium (chicory, endive) and Lactuca (lettuce). Contact Dermatitis 1975;1(5):311-313.
  8. Nemery, B. and Demedts, M. Occupational asthma in a chicory grower. Lancet 3-25-1989;1(8639):672-673. PubMed
  9. Pirson F, Detry B, Pilette C. Occupational rhinoconjunctivitis and asthma caused by chicory and oral allergy syndrome associated with bet v 1-related protein. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol 2009;19(4):306-10.
  10. Willi R, Pfab F, Huss-Marp J, et al. Contact anaphylaxis and protein contact dermatitis in a cook handling chicory leaves. Contact Dermatitis 2009;60(4):226-7. PubMed
  11. Street RA, Sidana J, Prinsloo G. Cichorium intybus: traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and toxicology. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2013;2013:579319.
  12. Bonnema AL, Kolberg LW, Thomas W, Slavin JL. Gastrointestinal tolerance of chicory inulin products. J Am Diet Assoc 2010;110(6):865-8. PubMed
  13. Devi Kt R, Sivalingam N. Cichorium intybus attenuates Streptozotocin-induced pancreatic ß-cell damage by inhibiting NF-?B activation and oxidative stress. J Appl Biomed 2020;18(2-3):70-9. PubMed

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