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Deer Velvet Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Mountain Red New Zealand

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Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Deer Velvet 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: Minor

Deer Velvet is a dietary supplement by Mountain Red New Zealand with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for athletic performance and strength, energy and fatigue, joint health and arthritis.Based on those ingredients, 52 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Deer Velvet Antler powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Deer Velvet by Mountain Red New Zealand

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: deer velvet antler powder. The capsule itself is made with gelatin as an inactive ingredient.

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 Deer Velvet's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: energy support and fatigue during physical stress.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Fatigue, stamina, endurance, physical recovery.
  • The closest evidence on file: Deer Velvet is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Deer Velvet is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Fatigue.

The evidence we hold for deer velvet's effectiveness is not established. The data rates it as having insufficient reliable evidence for wound healing, heart disease, high blood pressure, bone strength, sexual desire, and anti-aging claims.

That means the research isn't there yet to say whether it works for any of those purposes.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Deer Velvet

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.

Deer velvet appears generally well tolerated in the short term, but we don't have good long-term safety data or reliable information about product quality across brands. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information — the data advises against use.

The same applies to breastfeeding — safety data is lacking, so it's best avoided. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Deer Velvet

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Deer Velvet.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • For scale: 52 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.

If you take contraceptive drugs or estrogens (including hormone replacement therapy), check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding deer velvet — the interaction carries Minor severity but is worth confirming for your specific medications.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Deer velvet is a single-ingredient supplement that may appeal to people interested in traditional uses, but the evidence for its effectiveness isn't established in our data. If you take birth control or estrogen-based medications, you'll want to double-check with your doctor or pharmacist first because of a theoretical interaction.

It's not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding due to insufficient safety data.

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 Jun 24, 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 Deer Velvet, straight from the product label.

Brand Mountain Red New Zealand
Barcode (UPC) 793573233066
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 24, 2020
DSLD ID 229033
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Deer Velvet by Mountain Red New Zealand, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
793573233066
IngredientAmount% DV
Deer Velvet Antler powder500 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin

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Label statements
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General Statements

Deer Velvet antler has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine for yang weakness to tonify qi.

Product of New Zealand

AUST L 204216

Formulation

May be usedful in times of fatigue, physical exhaustion and stress.

100% natural GMP manufactured Sustainably sourced & harvested

No added yeast, gluten, wheat, milk derivatives, preservatives, artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners.

Formula

Mountain Red Deer Velvet contains 100% natural superior quality New Zealand Deer Velvet, sustainably managed and produced.

100% Natural Deer Velvet

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take 1 or 2 capsules daily, or as professionally prescribed.

Storage

Store in a dry place, below 30 degrees C.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Licence No. 100307

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Deer Velvet by Mountain Red New Zealand label

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Deer Velvet label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Deer Velvet by Mountain Red New Zealand

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 container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Deer Velvet Antler powder

Interacts with
52 drugs
500 mg per serving

Deer velvet is a traditional remedy made from the soft, growing antlers of deer or elk, and it is most often promoted for energy, athletic performance...

Deer Velvet Antler powder monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Deer Velvet by Mountain Red New Zealand Drug Interactions

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52Drugs
52 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Deer Velvet Antler powder 52

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Deer Velvet interact with 52 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Deer Velvet interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Deer Velvet Antler powder

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Deer Velvet 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.

Deer Velvet Antler powder2 drug types · 52 drugs

Contraceptive Drugs

Theoretically, deer velvet might interfere with the effectiveness of contraceptive drugs.
Laboratory research shows that deer velvet contains small quantities of estradiol and testosterone. While clinical research shows that taking deer velvet extract does not raise testosterone levels, estradiol levels were not measured.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Estrogens

Theoretically, deer velvet might increase the effects and side effects of estrogens.
Laboratory evidence shows that deer velvet contains small quantities of estradiol and testosterone. While clinical research shows that taking deer velvet extract does not raise testosterone levels, estradiol levels were not measured.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Deer Velvet Antler powder full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Deer Velvet, from the product label.

Mountain Red New Zealand

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Name
Mountain Red Limited
City
Richmond
State
Nelson
Phone Number
+64 3 5440095
Web Address
NEWZEALAND.COM
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Deer Velvet by Mountain Red New Zealand: Common Questions

Does Deer Velvet by Mountain Red New Zealand interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Deer Velvet has a known interaction with 52 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Deer Velvet 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 deer velvet actually work for anything?
According to the data we hold, the evidence for deer velvet isn't established yet for wound healing, heart disease, high blood pressure, bone strength, sexual desire, or anti-aging. That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the research isn't strong enough to make a reliable claim either way.
Is deer velvet safe to take long-term?
We don't have good long-term safety data for deer velvet, so it's hard to say. It appears well tolerated in short-term use, but that's all the data we have. If you're thinking of using it regularly, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's reasonable for your situation.
Can I take deer velvet if I'm on birth control?
There's a theoretical interaction — deer velvet contains small amounts of hormones that might interfere with how well your contraceptive works. Check with your doctor or pharmacist about your specific birth control before starting this product.
Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
No — there isn't enough safety information, so it's best avoided in both cases. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding and interested in supplements.
What exactly is in this capsule?
Just one active ingredient: deer velvet antler powder. The capsule itself is made from gelatin. There are no other fillers or additives listed.

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The Full Monographs Behind Deer Velvet’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Deer Velvet

Interacts with 52 drugs

Deer velvet is a traditional remedy made from the soft, growing antlers of deer or elk, and it is most often promoted for energy, athletic performance, and joint health. Good-quality human e...

Read the full Deer Velvet monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Deer Velvet'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 2 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.

Deer Velvet 2 references
  1. Sleivert, G., Burke, V., Palmer, C., Walmsley, A., Gerrard, D., Haines, S., and Littlejohn, R. The effects of deer antler velvet extract or powder supplementation on aerobic power, erythropoiesis, and muscular strength and endurance characteristics. Int PubMed
  2. Bubenik, G. A., Miller, K. V., Lister, A. L., Osborn, D. A., Bartos, L., and van der Kraak, G. J. Testosterone and estradiol concentrations in serum, velvet skin, and growing antler bone of male white-tailed deer. J Exp Zoolog.A Comp Exp Biol 3-1-2005;30 PubMed

See these in context on the Deer Velvet monograph →

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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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