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Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by TerraVita

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Liquid 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 Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor 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

Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor is a dietary supplement by TerraVita with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for fatigue and low energy, digestive support and poor appetite, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 211 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Codonopsis Root Glycerite Liquid Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita

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: Codonopsis Root Glycerite Liquid Extract. The inactive ingredients are glycerin (the liquid base) and vanilla flavor.

It's a liquid extract formulation designed to make codonopsis — a traditional plant root — easier to take.

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 Codonopsis product and its label doesn't state a use — see Codonopsis'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 on codonopsis doesn't establish whether it works for its claimed purposes. The product is marketed for uses including asthma, cancer support, respiratory infections, indigestion, and high cholesterol, but for each of these the data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate its effectiveness.

The lab and animal research hinting at blood-sugar-lowering effects is noted in the interaction section, but that's not the same as proven benefit in people taking it for that reason.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Codonopsis

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.

Codonopsis is generally well tolerated in traditional food-like amounts, though high-quality safety data are limited. At very large doses — 30 to 60 grams — it may cause chest pain, irregular heartbeat, throat pain, or voice loss.

Allergic reactions including severe reactions (anaphylaxis) and hives have been reported; one case involved an 18-year-old who had a severe allergic reaction after 20 grams and again when rechallenged with the same dose. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy.

For breastfeeding, there isn't enough information to know either way — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Codonopsis

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 — Codonopsis.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 211 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 you take this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs — codonopsis may increase bleeding risk. Also check if you're taking the cancer drug abiraterone (Zytiga), as codonopsis may reduce its effectiveness, or diabetes medications, since codonopsis might lower your blood sugar further.

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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.

Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor may be worth considering if you're interested in traditional herbal support, but the evidence for its specific health claims isn't established in our data. If you take blood thinners, diabetes medications, or the cancer drug abiraterone, you'll want to check your exact medications with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — the interaction risks are real.

Same goes if you have a history of food or pollen allergies, given the allergic reaction reports. Talk it over with your healthcare provider before adding this to your routine.

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 23, 2023.

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 Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand TerraVita
Barcode (UPC) 064435223090
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2023
DSLD ID 281934
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita, 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:
25 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
40 Drop(s)
Servings per container
227
UPC/BARCODE
064435223090
IngredientAmount% DV
Codonopsis Root Glycerite Liquid Extract0.13 mL--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Vanilla flavor

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2018 TerraVita - Distributed by ZooScape LLC, All Rights Reserved.

Formula

Glycerite liquid extract (1:5) Vanilla flavored

Formulation

Alcohol free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take 25-40 drops of extract in a small amount of warm water 3-4 times daily. Shake well before using.

Precautions

Keep away from children.

Do not use if safety seal around cap is broken or missing.

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Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita label

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Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita

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

Serving size25 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container227 Amounts shown are per serving.

Codonopsis Root Glycerite Liquid Extract

Interacts with
211 drugs
0.13 mL per serving

Codonopsis (often called 'dang shen') is a root long used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a gentle energy and digestive tonic, frequently as a mild...

Codonopsis Root Glycerite Liquid Extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita Drug Interactions

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211Drugs
211 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Codonopsis Root Glycerite Liquid Extract 211

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor interact with 211 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Codonopsis Root Glycerite Liquid Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor 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.

Codonopsis Root Glycerite Liquid Extract3 drug types · 211 drugs

Abiraterone (Zytiga)

Theoretically, taking codonopsis root with abiraterone might reduce the levels and therapeutic effects of abiraterone.
Animal research in rats shows that intragastric administration of codonopsis root along with abiraterone every 2 days for 2 weeks seems to increase the clearance of abiraterone and reduce the overall exposure and time to maximum concentration. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, codonopsis liquor might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
A small clinical study in adults with coronary heart disease shows that consuming Codonopsis pilosula liquor for 4 weeks inhibits platelet aggregation but does not affect tissue-type plasminogen activator (t-PA) or plasminogen activator inhibitor (PAI).

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, codonopsis might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Laboratory and animal research suggest that codonopsis has antidiabetic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Codonopsis Root Glycerite Liquid Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor, from the product label.

TerraVita

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Name
ZooScape LLC
Phone Number
844-449-0444
Web Address
www.ZooScape.com
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Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita: Common Questions

Does Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor has a known interaction with 211 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor 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'm pregnant?
The safety data advise against it during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough information to know either way. Your doctor or pharmacist can give you personalized advice based on your situation.
What's codonopsis root actually for?
Codonopsis is a traditional plant root used in herbal medicine, but we don't have reliable evidence that it works for the conditions this product claims to address — asthma, respiratory infections, indigestion, high cholesterol, or cancer support.
Can codonopsis cause allergic reactions?
Yes. Allergic reactions including hives and severe reactions (anaphylaxis) have been reported. One person had a severe reaction after taking 20 grams and had the same reaction when rechallenged. If you have a history of food or pollen allergies, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first.
What happens at very high doses?
At doses of 30 to 60 grams, codonopsis may cause chest pain, irregular heartbeat, throat pain, or loss of voice. This product is a liquid extract, so doses are typically much smaller, but it's worth knowing.
Is this safe if I take medications?
Codonopsis interacts with a number of medications, especially blood thinners, diabetes drugs, and the cancer drug abiraterone. Check your exact medications with the tool on this page or with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

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The Full Monographs Behind Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Codonopsis

Interacts with 211 drugs

Codonopsis (often called 'dang shen') is a root long used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a gentle energy and digestive tonic, frequently as a milder substitute for ginseng. Human researc...

Read the full Codonopsis monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Codonopsis Root Vanilla Flavor'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 5 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.

Codonopsis 5 references
  1. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  2. Xu, X., Wang, S. R., and Lin, Q. [Clinical and experimental study on codonopsis pilosula oral liquor in treating coronary heart disease with blood stasis]. Zhongguo Zhong.Xi.Yi.Jie.He.Za Zhi. 1995;15(7):398-400.
  3. Hur GY, Choi GS, Park HJ, Ye YM, Park HS. Anaphylactic shock induced by Codonopsis lanceolata, traditional Chinese medicine in a patient with allergic rhinitis. Allergy. 2008;63(10):1406-7.
  4. Zhang ZB, Ip SP, Cho WCS, et al. Herb-drug interactions between androgenic Chinese herbal medicines and androgen receptor antagonist on tumor growth: Studies on two xenograft prostate cancer animal models. Phytother Res. 2021.
  5. Jia W, Bi Q, Jiang S, et al. Hypoglycemic activity of Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf. in vitro and in vivo and its chemical composition identification by UPLC-Triple-TOF-MS/MS. Food Funct 2022;13(5):2456-2464.

See these in context on the Codonopsis monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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