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Cordyceps 750 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Protocol For Life Balance

Cordyceps 750 mg label
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Capsule Category: Other Combinations
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 Cordyceps 750 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.

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

Cordyceps 750 mg is a dietary supplement by Protocol For Life Balance with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for fatigue and low energy, athletic performance and stamina, respiratory and lung support.Based on those ingredients, 249 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are organic Cordyceps. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Cordyceps 750 mg by Protocol For Life Balance

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: organic cordyceps at 750 mg per capsule. Cordyceps is a fungus traditionally used in herbal medicine.

The capsule itself is made from hypromellose (a plant-based coating), microcrystalline cellulose (a binding agent), and stearic acid (a flow agent) — all inert ingredients that help hold the supplement together.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Cordyceps's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: energizing adaptogenic support and immune health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Fatigue, Asthma, Cough, Chronic kidney disease (CKD), Kidney failure — and 3 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Cordyceps is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Cordyceps is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Asthma, Cough, Fatigue, Kidney failure, and more.

The evidence for cordyceps is thin. For athletic performance, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective — meaning we don't have solid evidence it boosts endurance or strength.

For sexual dysfunction, asthma, chronic lung disease (COPD), arrhythmias, and lung cancer, there simply isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or not. If you're considering cordyceps for any of these uses, talk with your doctor about whether the evidence supports trying it for your specific situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Cordyceps

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.

Cordyceps is generally well tolerated when taken for up to a year, though the long-term safety data is limited and supplement quality varies widely from brand to brand. The most common side effects reported in studies are mild — abdominal discomfort, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, and throat discomfort — and these were uncommon.

Taking cordyceps with food may reduce stomach upset. There's one case report of liver inflammation (hepatitis) in someone taking a cordyceps product, but it's unclear whether cordyceps itself or a contaminant caused it.

The safety data advises against cordyceps during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Cordyceps

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 — Cordyceps.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs.
  • For scale: 249 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 this cordyceps product, double-check with your own doctor or pharmacist if you're on any blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (such as warfarin, aspirin, or clopidogrel) — cordyceps may theoretically raise bleeding risk. Also clear it if you take immunosuppressants like cyclosporine, or testosterone therapy.

These are the main medication interactions documented in our data.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Cordyceps may be worth considering if you're interested in traditional herbal support, but the evidence that it actually works for common uses like athletic performance is weak. The main caution is if you take blood thinners, immune-suppressing medications, or testosterone — in those cases, you'll want to check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 22, 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 Cordyceps 750 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Protocol For Life Balance
Barcode (UPC) 707359130050
Net contents 90 Veg Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 22, 2022
DSLD ID 258645
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Cordyceps 750 mg by Protocol For Life Balance, 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 Vegetable Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Vegetable Capsule(s)
Servings per container
45
UPC/BARCODE
707359130050
IngredientAmount% DV
organic Cordyceps1.5 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested usage: Take 2 capsules 2 to 3 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Formula

How it works: Cordyceps sinensis is a fungus that has been used by traditional Chinese herbalists for its energizing and adaptogenic properties for centuries. Cordyceps has numerous bioactive compounds, including polysaccharides and nucleosides, which have been studied for their broad range of biological activities. Modern scientific studies have shown that cordyceps constituents possess free radical scavenging properties and suggest that they may also support a healthy immune system and promote normal vascular function.

Seals/Symbols

Causes/Interactions: Consult your healthcare practitioner if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Formulation

- Healthy immune support - Free radical scavenger

Non-GMO

Vegetarian/Vegan

Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients.

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Precautions

Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

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Cordyceps 750 mg by Protocol For Life Balance label

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Cordyceps 750 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Cordyceps 750 mg by Protocol For Life Balance

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

Serving size2 Vegetable Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container45 Amounts shown are per serving.

Organic Cordyceps

Interacts with
249 drugs
1.5 Gram(s) per serving

Cordyceps is a fungus used in traditional Chinese medicine for energy, exercise performance, and lung and immune support. Human research is limited an...

Organic Cordyceps monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Cordyceps 750 mg by Protocol For Life Balance Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Cordyceps 750 mg interact with 249 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Cordyceps 750 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. organic Cordyceps

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Cordyceps 750 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.

organic Cordyceps3 drug types · 249 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that cordyceps extract inhibits platelet aggregation and function. However, this interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Animal and in vitro research suggests that cordyceps stimulates the immune system. However, limited clinical research suggests that taking cordyceps may lower the necessary therapeutic dose of the immunosuppressant cyclosporine, which suggests that cordyceps may have an immunosuppressive effect.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Testosterone

Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps and testosterone might have additive effects.
Animal research suggests that cordyceps can increase testosterone levels. The clinical significance of this finding is unclear.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Cordyceps 750 mg, from the product label.

Protocol For Life Balance

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Name
Protocol For Life Balance
Street Address
395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd.
City
Bloomingdale
State
IL
ZipCode
60108
Web Address
www.protocolforlife.com
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Cordyceps 750 mg by Protocol For Life Balance: Common Questions

Does Cordyceps 750 mg by Protocol For Life Balance interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Cordyceps 750 mg has a known interaction with 249 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Cordyceps 750 mg 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 cordyceps if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. The safety data advises against cordyceps during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because there isn't enough data to know it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice about alternatives.
Does cordyceps actually work for energy or athletic performance?
The evidence suggests it's possibly ineffective for athletic performance, so we don't have solid proof it boosts endurance or strength. For energy broadly, there's just not enough reliable evidence either way in the data we hold.
What side effects might I notice?
Most people don't experience problems. When they do occur, they're usually mild — things like abdominal discomfort, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, or throat discomfort. Taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset. These were uncommon in studies.
Is this safe to take long-term?
Cordyceps appears generally well tolerated for up to a year. Beyond that, the safety data is limited, and quality varies widely between products. If you're thinking of using it long-term, ask your doctor or pharmacist first.
What exactly is cordyceps?
Cordyceps is a fungus used in traditional herbal medicine. This product contains organic cordyceps at 750 mg per capsule.

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The Full Monographs Behind Cordyceps 750 mg’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Cordyceps

Interacts with 249 drugs

Cordyceps is a fungus used in traditional Chinese medicine for energy, exercise performance, and lung and immune support. Human research is limited and mostly low quality, so its benefits ar...

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Sources & How We Checked

Cordyceps 750 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.

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.

Cordyceps 14 references
  1. Zhu JS, Halpern GM, Jones K. The scientific rediscovery of an ancient Chinese herbal medicine: Cordyceps sinensis: part I. J Altern Complement Med 1998;4:289-303.
  2. Zhu JS, Halpern GM, Jones K. The scientific rediscovery of a precious ancient Chinese herbal regimen: Cordyceps sinensis: part II. J Altern Complement Med 1998;4:429-57.
  3. Chen YJ, Shiao MS, Lee SS, Wang SY. Effect of Cordyceps sinensis on the proliferation and differentiation of human leukemic U937 cells. Life Sci 1997;60:2349-59. PubMed
  4. Zhao Y. [Inhibitory effects of alcoholic extract of Cordyceps sinensis on abdominal aortic thrombus formation in rabbits]. Chung Hua I Hsueh Tsa Chih (Taipei) 1991;71:612-5, 42.
  5. Chen GZ, Chen GL, Sun T, et al. Effects of Cordyceps sinensis on murine T lymphocyte subsets. Chin Med J (English) 1991;104:4-8.
  6. Zhu XY, Yu HY. [Immunosuppressive effect of cultured Cordyceps sinensis on cellular immune response]. Chung Hsi I Chieh Ho Tsa Chih 1990;10:485-7, 454.
  7. Hsu, C. C., Huang, Y. L., Tsai, S. J., Sheu, C. C., and Huang, B. M. In vivo and in vitro stimulatory effects of Cordyceps sinensis on testosterone production in mouse Leydig cells. Life Sci 9-5-2003;73(16):2127-2136. PubMed
  8. Ikumoto, T., Sasaki, S., Namba, H., Toyama, R., Moritoki, H., and Mouri, T. [Physiologically active compounds in the extracts from tochukaso and cultured mycelia of Cordyceps and Isaria]. Yakugaku Zasshi 1991;111(9):504-509. PubMed
  9. Wu, T. N., Yang, K. C., Wang, C. M., Lai, J. S., Ko, K. N., Chang, P. Y., and Liou, S. H. Lead poisoning caused by contaminated Cordyceps, a Chinese herbal medicine: two case reports. Sci.Total Environ. 4-5-1996;182(1-3):193-195. PubMed
  10. Hong T, Zhang M, Fan J. Cordyceps sinensis (a traditional Chinese medicine) for kidney transplant recipients (Review). Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2015;(10):CD009698. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD009698.pub2.
  11. Zhang HW, Lin ZX, Tung YS, Kwan TH, Mok CK, Leung C, Chan LS. Cordyceps sinensis (a traditional Chinese medicine) for treating chronic kidney disease (Review). Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014;(12):CD008353. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD008353.pub2. PubMed
  12. Bee Yean O, Zoriah A. Efficacy of Cordyceps sinensis as an adjunctive treatment in hemodialysis patients: a systematic review and Meta-analysis. J Tradit Chin Med. 2019;39(1):1-14.
  13. Thurian D, Montani M, Stickel F. Drug-induced, mixed-type hepatitis following ingestion of Cordyceps sinensis. Int J Clin Pharmacol Ther 2022;60(2):115-120. PubMed
  14. Yu X, Mao Y, Shergis JL, et al. Effectiveness and safety of oral Cordyceps sinensis on stable COPD of GOLD stages 2-3: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2019;2019:4903671.

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