Cramp Bark Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Cramp Bark 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
Cramp Bark is a dietary supplement by Herbalist & Alchemist 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 Herbalist & Alchemist
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: fresh Cramp Bark bark extract. Cramp Bark is a plant traditionally used to support muscle comfort, though the scientific evidence for its effectiveness is limited.
The liquid also includes ethyl alcohol, distilled water, and vegetable glycerin as inactive ingredients to deliver the extract.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence for Cramp Bark is not well established. We hold insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for muscle cramps, dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain), pregnancy-related leg cramps, diabetes, or kidney stones.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means rigorous clinical trials backing its use for these purposes haven't been completed or aren't in our data.
How safe is it?
Some data gaps
Cramp Bark is generally used in traditional medicine, but human safety data are limited. The safety information on file advises against use during pregnancy and notes there isn't enough safety data for breastfeeding.
If you're pregnant, nursing, or planning either, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredient we could check. Even so, if you take medications regularly, it's smart to run them through our interaction checker on this page before you start.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.
Cramp Bark may appeal to you if you're drawn to traditional herbal remedies for muscle comfort, but the scientific evidence for its effectiveness isn't established in our data. If you're pregnant, nursing, or take any medications, check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting it.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 23, 2018.
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 Cramp Bark, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbalist & Alchemist |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 667056110154 |
| Net contents | 2 fl. Oz.; 60 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 23, 2018 |
| DSLD ID | 173986 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Cramp Bark by Herbalist & Alchemist, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| fresh Cramp Bark bark extract | 3 mL | -- |
Other ingredients: Ethyl Alcohol, distilled Water, Vegetable Glycerin
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Formula
Viburnum opulus
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General Statements
Promotes muscle relaxation
Botanical preparation ratio 1:3
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: 40-60 drops (2-3 mL) in juice or water. Take 4 times per day. Shake well before using.
Precautions
Keep out of children's reach
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
General
NO. CPB-2 1733WE
Seals/Symbols
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Cramp Bark by Herbalist & Alchemist label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Cramp Bark by Herbalist & Alchemist
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container20 Amounts shown are per serving.
Fresh Cramp Bark bark extract
No knowninteractions
Cramp Bark is the dried bark of Viburnum opulus, traditionally used to ease muscle and menstrual cramps. Modern, high-quality human studies are very l...
Fresh Cramp Bark bark extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Ethyl Alcohol, Distilled Water, Vegetable Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Cramp Bark by Herbalist & Alchemist 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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Cramp Bark, from the product label.
Herbalist & Alchemist
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- Herbalist & Alchemist, Inc.
- City
- Washington
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07882
- Phone Number
- 800-611-8235
- Web Address
- www.herbalist-alchemist.com
Cramp Bark by Herbalist & Alchemist: Common Questions
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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 & 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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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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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