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Corn Silk 450 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by TerraVita Premium Collection

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

Corn Silk 450 mg is a dietary supplement by TerraVita Premium Collection with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for urinary tract and bladder problems, mild fluid retention (diuretic), kidney and prostate concerns.Based on those ingredients, 290 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Corn Silk. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Corn Silk 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection

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: corn silk extract at 450 mg per capsule. Corn silk is the fine, thread-like strands you find inside an ear of corn — the extract concentrates compounds from those strands.

The capsule itself is made from gelatin and water, which are inactive ingredients that hold the extract in a convenient form.

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: urinary tract and kidney health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Nocturnal enuresis, Prostatitis, Urinary tract infections (UTIs), Kidney stones (nephrolithiasis), Bladder function, Fluid retention — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Corn Silk is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Kidney stones (nephrolithiasis) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Corn Silk is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Prostatitis, Urinary tract infections (UTIs), Nocturnal enuresis.

The evidence on corn silk isn't established in our data. The product facts show insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for angina, cardiovascular disease, heart failure, depression, diabetes, and fatigue.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means research hasn't yet established how well it does, or the existing studies aren't robust enough to be confident about it.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Corn Silk

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.

Corn silk is generally well tolerated for short-term use, but human safety data are limited, and a thorough safety evaluation hasn't been done. The most common side effects from oral use are low potassium and low sodium, particularly with prolonged use.

When applied to skin, corn silk can cause dermatitis and urticaria (hives). During pregnancy, there isn't enough reliable safety data, so it's best avoided.

While breastfeeding, safety is unknown — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Corn Silk

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 — Corn Silk.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 290 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 pharmacist if you're on blood pressure medications, diabetes drugs, diuretics (water pills), corticosteroids, or warfarin (a blood thinner). All of these have Moderate interactions with corn silk, and your medications may need monitoring or adjustment.

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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.

Corn Silk 450 mg might appeal to someone interested in plant-based support for blood pressure or blood sugar, but the evidence for these uses isn't established yet. If you take blood pressure medications, diabetes drugs, diuretics, corticosteroids, or warfarin, you need to check with your pharmacist first.

Pregnant people should avoid it; if you're breastfeeding, get personalized advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

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 21, 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 Corn Silk 450 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand TerraVita Premium Collection
Barcode (UPC) 064435111977
Net contents 100 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 21, 2023
DSLD ID 285966
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Corn Silk 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection, 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
100
UPC/BARCODE
064435111977
IngredientAmount% DV
Corn Silk450 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Water

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2004 TerraVita - Distributed by ZooScape LLC, All Rights Reserved.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions Take 1 capsule, 3 times daily, with meals.

General Statements

TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium natural products that use the finest, purest and most potent ingredients in the world. TerraVita's hallmarks are the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. All products are prepared with the greatest quality control, from raw materials through the entire manufacturing process, right up to the moment your product is sealed for freshness and shipped to you.

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FDA Disclaimer Statement

Statements not evaluated by FDA. Product not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Corn Silk 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection

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 container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Corn Silk

Interacts with
290 drugs
450 mg per serving

Corn silk is a traditional herbal remedy taken as a tea or extract, mostly for urinary and mild fluid-related complaints. High-quality human evidence...

Corn Silk monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Corn Silk 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection Drug Interactions

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290 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Corn Silk 290

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Corn Silk 450 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.

Corn Silk5 drug types · 290 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking corn silk with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research in diabetic mice shows that taking corn silk extract lowers fasting blood glucose levels.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Clinical research in both hypertensive and normotensive adults shows that taking corn silk extract lowers systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Corticosteroids

Taking corn silk with corticosteroids might increase the risk of hypokalemia.
Clinical research shows that taking corn silk extract increases the urinary excretion of potassium.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Diuretic Drugs

Taking corn silk with diuretic drugs might increase the risk of adverse effects such as hyponatremia and hypokalemia.
Clinical research shows that taking corn silk extract increases urine volume and promotes the urinary excretion of sodium and potassium. Some patients may require electrolyte supplementation.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, suddenly stopping, starting, or changing corn silk treatment may alter the effects of warfarin.
Corn silk contains vitamin K. Individuals taking warfarin should consume a consistent daily amount of corn silk to maintain consistent anticoagulation.

Likelihood Likely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Corn Silk 450 mg, from the product label.

TerraVita Premium Collection

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Name
TerraVita Fine Whole Herbs
City
Brampton
State
Ontario
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Corn Silk 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection: Common Questions

Does Corn Silk 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Corn Silk 450 mg has a known interaction with 290 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Corn Silk 450 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.
Does corn silk actually work for blood sugar or blood pressure?
The evidence isn't established in our data. We have insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or heart failure. That said, animal research and some clinical studies suggest it may lower blood pressure and blood sugar — but we can't say for sure how well or in whom until more robust human studies are done.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
No. There isn't enough reliable safety data, so it's best avoided during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor if you're considering it.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Safety while breastfeeding is unknown. Unless a clinician approves it, avoid it. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What are the side effects?
Adverse effects seem to be rare when taken by mouth, but a thorough safety evaluation hasn't been done. The most common side effects reported are low potassium and low sodium, especially with prolonged use. If applied to skin, it can cause dermatitis or hives.
Why do I need to be consistent with corn silk if I take warfarin?
Corn silk contains vitamin K, which affects how warfarin (a blood thinner) works. If you suddenly stop, start, or change how much you take, it can alter your anticoagulation. Keeping your daily intake steady helps warfarin work predictably.
Is this product just corn silk, or does it have other stuff in it?
It's one active ingredient — corn silk extract at 450 mg — plus gelatin and water as inactive ingredients that form the capsule. No fillers or unnecessary additives.

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Sources & How We Checked

Corn Silk 450 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 4 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.

Corn Silk 4 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  3. George GO, Idu FK. Corn silk aqueous extracts and intraocular pressure of systemic and non-systemic hypertensive subjects. Clin Exp Optom. 2015 Mar;98(2):138-49. PubMed
  4. Sheng L, Chen Q, Di L, Li N. Evaluation of anti-diabetic potential of corn silk in high-fat diet/streptozotocin- induced type 2 diabetes mice model. Endocr Metab Immune Disord Drug Targets. 2020. PubMed

See these in context on the Corn Silk monograph →

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