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Cilantrogen Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Genestra Brands

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

Cilantrogen is a dietary supplement by Genestra Brands with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and gas, appetite stimulation, mild antimicrobial (topical).Based on those ingredients, 717 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Cilantro. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Cilantrogen by Genestra Brands

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.

Cilantrogen contains one active ingredient: cilantro (also known as coriander). The capsule also holds three inactive ingredients — hypromellose, cellulose, and magnesium stearate — which are common excipients used to form and stabilize the capsule.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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 assessable

This is a single-ingredient Coriander product and its label doesn't state a use — see Coriander's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish whether cilantro works for any of the conditions it's marketed for — anorexia, anxiety, constipation, diabetes, diarrhea, or dyspepsia (upset stomach). All six carry a rating of insufficient reliable evidence.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the clinical data isn't there yet to say either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Coriander

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.

Coriander is generally well tolerated when taken orally. In food amounts, it's considered safe for most people.

However, concentrated medicinal doses and essential oil lack robust safety data, so caution is advised if you're using this product without medical guidance. Rare but serious side effects are possible.

A small number of sensitive individuals have experienced anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) when exposed to coriander, particularly those with occupational sensitization. Topically, coriander can cause contact dermatitis, itching, or a burning sensation in sensitive skin.

If you have a known coriander or spice allergy, avoid this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Coriander

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 — Coriander.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 717 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 Cilantrogen, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take blood pressure medications (risk of low blood pressure), diabetes drugs (risk of low blood sugar — monitor closely), sedating medications like sleep aids or anti-anxiety drugs (additive drowsiness), or photosensitizing drugs (increased sun sensitivity). These are all Moderate-severity concerns.

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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.

Cilantro is generally well tolerated in food amounts, but this supplement contains a medicinal dose with limited safety data and several potential interactions with blood pressure, diabetes, sedating, and photosensitizing medications. If you take any prescription drugs — especially for blood pressure, diabetes, sleep, anxiety, or light sensitivity — check your exact medications with your doctor or pharmacist before starting Cilantrogen.

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 Jan 25, 2016.

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 Cilantrogen, straight from the product label.

Brand Genestra Brands
Barcode (UPC) 88319612451
Net contents 90 Vegetable Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 25, 2016
DSLD ID 56060
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Cilantrogen by Genestra Brands, 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
90
UPC/BARCODE
88319612451
IngredientAmount% DV
Cilantro315 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended Adult Dose: Take one capsule daily or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.

Precautions

Risk Information: If you are allergic to plants of the Apiaceae/Carrot family, do not use.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use.

Hypersensitivity has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use.

Quality Assurance: Safety-sealed for your protection and for product freshness. Do not use if outer seal is missing or broken.

Formulation

Guaranteed to contain no added wheat, starch, yeast, gluten, corn, soy, sodium, sugar, artificial coloring or flavoring, antimicrobial preservatives, dairy or animal products.

Ideal for vegans.

The capsules are made from 100% pure vegetable sources, free of preservatives and additives.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Statement of Identity

HERBAL SUPPLEMENT

Seals/Symbols

Seroyal

General

V1.0 599

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Cilantrogen by Genestra Brands label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Cilantrogen by Genestra Brands

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 container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Cilantro

Interacts with
717 drugs
315 mg per serving

Coriander (also called cilantro) is a common cooking herb and spice that has long been used in traditional medicine for digestive complaints. As a foo...

Cilantro monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Cilantrogen by Genestra Brands Drug Interactions

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717 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Cilantro 717

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Cilantrogen 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.

Cilantro4 drug types · 717 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Evidence from animal research suggests that coriander fruit and coriander extract can reduce blood glucose levels. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Evidence from animal research suggests that coriander fruit can lower blood pressure.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cns Depressants

Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Evidence from animal research suggests that coriander fruit extract has sedative effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Photosensitizing Drugs

Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Evidence from in vitro research suggests that coriandrin, a constituent of coriander, has photosensitizing effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Cilantrogen, from the product label.

Genestra Brands

Name
Seroyal USA
City
Pittsburgh
State
PA
ZipCode
15275
Phone Number
1-888-737-6925
Web Address
seroyal.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Cilantrogen by Genestra Brands: Common Questions

Does Cilantrogen by Genestra Brands interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Cilantrogen has a known interaction with 717 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Cilantrogen 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 cilantro and why is it in this supplement?
Cilantro, also called coriander, is a culinary herb. This product uses a concentrated medicinal dose of it, though the data we hold doesn't yet establish whether it actually works for the conditions on the label — anorexia, anxiety, constipation, diabetes, diarrhea, or upset stomach.
Is cilantro safe to take every day?
In food amounts, cilantro is considered safe for most people. But medicinal doses like those in this supplement lack robust safety data, so caution is advised. Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it regularly.
Can I take this if I have a coriander or spice allergy?
No. Avoid this product if you're allergic to coriander. In rare cases, sensitive individuals have had severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to coriander exposure. If you're unsure about a spice allergy, ask your doctor before trying it.
What should I do if I'm taking blood pressure or diabetes medication?
Check with your doctor or pharmacist first. Coriander may lower blood pressure and blood sugar, which could theoretically strengthen the effect of those medications. If you take diabetes drugs, blood glucose monitoring is especially important.
Are there any fillers or other ingredients I should know about?
The capsule contains hypromellose, cellulose, and magnesium stearate — common inactive ingredients used to form and stabilize the capsule. The active ingredient is cilantro.
What side effects might I experience?
Cilantro is generally well tolerated orally. Topically, it can cause itching, burning, or contact dermatitis in sensitive skin. Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction) is rare but has been reported in sensitive individuals, especially those with occupational exposure to coriander dust.

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Sources & How We Checked

Cilantrogen'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 12 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.

Coriander 12 references
  1. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  2. Swanston-Flatt SK, Day C, Bailey CJ, Flatt PR. Traditional plant treatments for diabetes. Studies in normal and streptozotocin diabetic mice. Diabetologia 1990;33:462-4. PubMed
  3. Gray, A. M. and Flatt, P. R. Insulin-releasing and insulin-like activity of the traditional anti-diabetic plant Coriandrum sativum (coriander). Br.J Nutr. 1999;81(3):203-209.
  4. Kanerva, L. and Soini, M. Occupational protein contact dermatitis from coriander. Contact Dermatitis 2001;45(6):354-355. PubMed
  5. Emamghoreishi, M., Khasaki, M., and Aazam, M. F. Coriandrum sativum: evaluation of its anxiolytic effect in the elevated plus-maze. J Ethnopharmacol. 1-15-2005;96(3):365-370. PubMed
  6. Ebo, D. G., Bridts, C. H., Mertens, M. H., and Stevens, W. J. Coriander anaphylaxis in a spice grinder with undetected occupational allergy. Acta Clin Belg. 2006;61(3):152-156. PubMed
  7. Eidi, M., Eidi, A., Saeidi, A., Molanaei, S., Sadeghipour, A., Bahar, M., and Bahar, K. Effect of coriander seed (Coriandrum sativum L.) ethanol extract on insulin release from pancreatic beta cells in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Phytother.Res
  8. Jabeen, Q., Bashir, S., Lyoussi, B., and Gilani, A. H. Coriander fruit exhibits gut modulatory, blood pressure lowering and diuretic activities. J Ethnopharmacol. 2-25-2009;122(1):123-130. PubMed
  9. van Toorenenbergen, A. W. and Dieges, P. H. Immunoglobulin E antibodies against coriander and other spices. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 1985;76(3):477-481. PubMed
  10. Ashwood-Smith, M. J., Warrington, P. J., Jenkins, M., Ceska, O., and Romaniuk, P. J. Photobiological properties of a novel, naturally occurring furoisocoumarin, coriandrin. Photochem.Photobiol. 1989;50(6):745-751. PubMed
  11. Sastre, J., Olmo, M., Novalvos, A., Ibanez, D., and Lahoz, C. Occupational asthma due to different spices. Allergy 1996;51(2):117-120. PubMed
  12. Beikert FC, Anastasiadou Z, Fritzen B, Frank U, Augustin M. Topical treatment of tinea pedis using 6% coriander oil in unguentum leniens: a randomized, controlled, comparative pilot study. Dermatology. 2013;226(1):47-51. PubMed

See these in context on the Coriander monograph →

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