Dragon's Blood Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herb Pharm
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Dragon's Blood 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
Dragon's Blood is a dietary supplement by Herb Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diarrhea, wound healing and skin sores, digestive and stomach complaints.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 Dragon's Blood by Herb Pharm
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: Dragon's Blood tree sap (Croton lechleri), a resin traditionally harvested from trees in South America. The liquid is preserved in certified organic cane alcohol, which is an inactive ingredient.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence we hold suggests Dragon's Blood tree sap is possibly effective for HIV/AIDS-related diarrhea and travelers' diarrhea. That means there is some research backing its use for these conditions, but the data isn't yet strong enough to call it proven.
If you're considering it for either of these reasons, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether it fits your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Dragon's Blood tree sap has a long history of traditional use, but safety data for it as a supplement is limited, so use it cautiously. In clinical studies of a purified form of the ingredient, mild gastrointestinal side effects, bronchitis, and headache have been reported in some participants — no serious adverse effects were seen, and it appears generally well tolerated overall.
During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information, so the data advises against use. The same applies to breastfeeding — safety is unknown, so it's best to avoid it.
If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for Dragon's Blood tree sap. That doesn't mean none exist, so it's still smart to check your exact medications with the tool on this page.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Dragon's Blood tree sap is worth considering if you're dealing with traveler's diarrhea or diarrhea related to HIV/AIDS and want a traditional botanical option. Skip it if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Since safety data is limited overall, talk with your pharmacist before starting, especially if you have ongoing health concerns.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 22, 2019.
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 Dragon's Blood, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 090700004347 |
| Net contents | 4 fl. Oz.; 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 22, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 209816 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Dragon's Blood by Herb Pharm, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon's Blood tree sap (Croton lechleri) succus | 708 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: certified organic Cane Alcohol
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use Shake well before using Add 1 full squeeze of the dropper bulb to 2 oz. of water or juice, 1 to 3 times per day. Best taken between meals.
Precautions
Caution: Seek expert medical advice before taking during pregnancy or nursing.
Keep out of the reach of children
Storage
Store away from heat & light
Formula
Croton lechleri
Dragon's Blood Succus (Sangre de Drago)
We prepare our Dragon's Blood Succus from responsibly wildcrafted fresh liquid tree sap of Croton lechleri trees from the Amazon rainforest of Peru.
Formulation
System restoration Gastrointestinal
Gluten-free
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
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.
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Dragon's Blood by Herb Pharm label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Dragon's Blood by Herb Pharm
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container168 Amounts shown are per serving.
Dragon's Blood tree sap (Croton lechleri) succus
No knowninteractions
Sangre de Grado is a red tree sap from the Amazon rainforest used traditionally for diarrhea, wounds, and skin problems. Some of its compounds have be...
Dragon's Blood tree sap (Croton lechleri) succus monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Certified organic Cane Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Dragon's Blood by Herb Pharm Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Dragon's Blood. 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 Dragon's Blood, from the product label.
Herb Pharm
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- Herb Pharm
- City
- Williams
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97544
- Phone Number
- 800-348-4372
- Web Address
- www.herb-pharm.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Dragon's Blood’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Dragon's Blood'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.
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 9 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.
Sangre De Grado 9 references
- Holodniy M, Koch J, Mistal M, et al. A double blind, randomized, placebo-controlled phase II study to assess the safety and efficacy of orally administered SP-303 for the symptomatic treatment of diarrhea in patients with AIDS. Am J Gastroenterol 1999;9 PubMed
- Safrin S, McKinley G, McKeough M, et al. Treatment of acyclovir-unresponsive cutaneous herpes simplex virus infection with topically applied SP-303. Antiviral Res 1994;25:185-92. PubMed
- Orozco-Topete R, Sierra-Madero J, Cano-Dominguez C, et al. Safety and efficacy of Virend for topical treatment of genital and anal herpes simplex lesions in patients with AIDS. Antiviral Res 1997;35:91-103. PubMed
- Dicesare D, Dupont HL, Mathewson JJ, et al. A double-blind randomized, placebo-controlled study of SP-303 (Provir) in the symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea among travelers to Mexico and Jamaica. Infectious Diseases Society of America Annual Meetin
- Miller, M. J., Vergnolle, N., McKnight, W., Musah, R. A., Davison, C. A., Trentacosti, A. M., Thompson, J. H., Sandoval, M., and Wallace, J. L. Inhibition of neurogenic inflammation by the Amazonian herbal medicine sangre de grado. J.Invest Dermatol. 200 PubMed
- DiCesare, D., DuPont, H. L., Mathewson, J. J., Ashley, D., Martinez-Sandoval, F., Pennington, J. E., and Porter, S. B. A double blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study of SP-303 (Provir) in the symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea among travelers
- MacArthur RD, Hawkins T, Brown SJ, et al. Efficacy and safety of crofelemer for noninfectious diarrhea in HIV-seropositive individuals (ADVENT trial): a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, two-stage study. HIV Clin Trials 2013;14(6):261-73. PubMed
- Mangel AW, Chaturvedi P. Evaluation of crofelemer in the treatment of diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome patients. Digestion 2008;78(4):180-6. PubMed
- Nee J, Salley K, Ludwig AG, et al. Randomized clinical trial: crofelemer treatment in women with diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome. Clin Transl Gastroenterol. 2019;10(12):e00110. PubMed
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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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