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Dietary supplement

Cramp Bark Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Cedar Bear

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Cramp Bark is a dietary supplement by Cedar Bear with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for menstrual cramps, muscle spasms, general cramping pain.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Cramp Bark by Cedar Bear

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (0.50 mL) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains one active ingredient: Cramp Bark, a botanical traditionally used to support muscle comfort. The liquid also includes inactive ingredients — vegetable glycerin and purified water — to deliver the active component.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
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
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: Menstrual and muscle cramping relief.
  • We looked for evidence on: Dysmenorrhea, Muscle cramps, Muscle tension, Spasm relief.
  • The closest evidence on file: Cramp Bark is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Muscle cramps (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Cramp Bark is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Dysmenorrhea.

The evidence we hold on Cramp Bark does not establish it works for any of its traditional uses — muscle cramps, menstrual discomfort (dysmenorrhea), kidney stones, diabetes, or pregnancy-related leg cramps. In each case, the data rates it as having insufficient reliable evidence to make a claim.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means rigorous human studies backing it up aren't yet in the record we have.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Cramp Bark

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Cramp Bark is used in traditional medicine, but human safety data are limited — we don't have robust modern studies on how it behaves in people over time. The safety data advises against it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, since there isn't enough information to know it's safe in either situation.

If you're pregnant, nursing, or thinking about it, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Cramp Bark

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for Cramp Bark. Even so, if you take any medications, a quick check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting is a smart idea.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

If you're drawn to traditional remedies for muscle comfort or menstrual discomfort and want to try Cramp Bark, the ingredient itself doesn't interact with medications we have on file. But the evidence for whether it actually works isn't established yet, and safety data in people are thin.

Have a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it makes sense for your situation.

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 Oct 23, 2020.

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 Cramp Bark, straight from the product label.

Brand Cedar Bear
Net contents 60 mL; 2 fl. Oz.
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 23, 2020
DSLD ID 237019
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Cramp Bark by Cedar Bear, 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:
0.5 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.5 mL
Servings per container
120
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Blend0.5 mL--
Cramp Bark0 NP--

Other ingredients: USP Grade Vegetable Glycerin, purified Water

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Label statements
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Formulation

Manufactured in the USA

True Alcohol Free Sugar Free Gluten Free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: .5 mL (10 drops) 1 to 3 times a day, or as needed. Shake well.

Precautions

Warning: Not for use if pregnant or nursing.

Consult your physician before use.

General Statements

R.1

Herbal Single

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 disease.

Seals/Symbols

GMP Good Manufacturing Practices K (Kosher)

Formula

K (Kosher)

Women's Support

Viburnum opulus

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

See for yourself

Cramp Bark by Cedar Bear label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Cramp Bark by Cedar Bear

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

Serving size0.5 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Proprietary Blend

0.5 mL per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: USP Grade Vegetable Glycerin, Purified Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Cramp Bark by Cedar Bear Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Cramp Bark. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Cramp Bark, from the product label.

Cedar Bear

See all Cedar Bear products
Name
Cedar Bear Naturales INC
Street Address
PO Box 158
City
Roosevelt
State
UT
ZipCode
84066
Phone Number
1-888-854-3727
Web Address
Cedarbear.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Cramp Bark by Cedar Bear: Common Questions

Does Cramp Bark by Cedar Bear interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Cramp Bark. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Cramp Bark 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 while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advise against Cramp Bark during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough information to know it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your options if you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to be.
Does Cramp Bark actually work for muscle cramps?
The evidence we hold rates it as insufficient to say whether it works. That means rigorous human studies aren't in our database yet — it doesn't mean it doesn't work, just that it hasn't been proven in the way modern medicine typically requires.
What is Cramp Bark and what is it supposed to do?
Cramp Bark is a botanical used in traditional medicine, traditionally taken for muscle comfort, menstrual discomfort, kidney stone pain, and other uses. The ingredient in this product is the only active component; the rest is vegetable glycerin and water.
Are there any side effects listed for this product?
Our data don't list adverse effects for Cramp Bark. That said, human safety data are limited, so if you notice anything unusual after you start it, let your doctor or pharmacist know.
Will this interact with my medications?
No interactions are documented in our data for Cramp Bark with any medications. But it's still worth checking your exact medication list with your doctor or pharmacist before you start, just to be thorough.

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The Full Monographs Behind Cramp Bark’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Cramp Bark'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.

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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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