Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules 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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Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains a single active ingredient: cordyceps sporocarp extract at 2,000 mg per capsule. Cordyceps is a fungus traditionally used in herbal medicine.
The capsule itself is made from hypromellose, a plant-based inactive ingredient.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for cordyceps is mixed and limited. It's rated possibly ineffective for athletic performance.
For sexual dysfunction, arrhythmia, asthma, lung cancer, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), there isn't enough reliable evidence to know whether it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Cordyceps is generally well tolerated when used short-term, though the evidence is limited and product quality varies widely. The most common side effects are abdominal discomfort, constipation, and diarrhea — though these are uncommon, and taking it with food may reduce them.
Dry mouth and throat discomfort have also been reported. One case report linked a cordyceps-containing product to liver inflammation (hepatitis), but it's unclear whether cordyceps or a contaminant caused it.
There isn't enough safety data to know whether cordyceps is safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — the safety data advises against it during both.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Double-check this product if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel) — cordyceps may raise bleeding risk. Also check it if you use immunosuppressants like cyclosporine, or if you're on testosterone therapy.
The interaction data we hold doesn't cover all possible combinations, so run your exact medications through the checker on this page.
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.
Cordyceps might appeal to someone looking for traditional support for athletic performance or sexual function, but the evidence for these uses is weak or absent. If you take blood thinners, immunosuppressants, or testosterone therapy, you'll need to check with your pharmacist or doctor first.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Skip it until you can talk with your provider.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 23, 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 Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules, straight from the product label.
| Brand | BulkSupplements.com |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | X003HTN8OR |
| Net contents | 270 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 23, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 312881 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules by BulkSupplements.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract | 2000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hypromellose
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Formula
Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg per serving
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 3 capsules daily, or as directed by a physician.
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.
Storage
Store in a dry, cool place
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Formulation
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Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract
Interacts with249 drugs
Cordyceps is a fungus used in traditional Chinese medicine for energy, exercise performance, and lung and immune support. Human research is limited an...
Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Cordyceps Extract by BulkSupplements.com has interactions documented with medications in three drug categories.
The most serious concern is with blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin, aspirin, or clopidogrel) — cordyceps may theoretically increase bleeding risk. Lab and animal studies suggest it can slow how platelets clump together, but this hasn't been reported in actual patients yet.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Cordyceps may also interfere with immunosuppressant medications (like cyclosporine used after transplants). Animal research indicates cordyceps stimulates the immune system, which could work against the drug's intended effect.
There's also a minor theoretical concern with testosterone therapy — cordyceps may raise testosterone levels on its own, so combined use could have additive effects.
Altogether, these interactions span 245 individual medications. Use the medication checker below to look up your exact drugs before starting this product.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules interact with 249 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Alemtuzumab interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Anagrelide interactionAnifrolumab-fniaSaphnelo
How Anifrolumab-fnia interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Anifrolumab-fnia interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Anisindione interactionAntithrombin IiiThrombate III
How Antithrombin Iii interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Antithrombin Iii interactionAntithymocyte GlobulinThymoglobulin
How Antithymocyte Globulin interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of cordyceps might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Antithymocyte Globulin interactionApixabanEliquis
How Apixaban interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Apixaban interactionArgatrobanArgatroban
How Argatroban interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Argatroban interactionAspirinAngettes 75, ASA, Asaphen, Aspirin, Caprin, Cartia +8 more
How Aspirin interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Aspirin interactionAspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #3
How Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Cordyceps Sporocarp ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cordyceps may increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract + Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules 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.
Cordyceps Sporocarp Extract
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.
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.
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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules, from the product label.
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The Full Monographs Behind Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
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Cordyceps Extract 2000 mg Veg Capsules'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.
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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
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