EstroSoy Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Nature's Way
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking EstroSoy 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
EstroSoy is a dietary supplement by Nature's Way with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for menopause symptoms (hot flashes), high cholesterol, bone health/osteoporosis.Based on those ingredients, 1,424 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Red Clover, Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract, Soybean Extract, Fermented. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of EstroSoy by Nature's Way
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
EstroSoy has 3 active ingredients. Red clover is a plant used traditionally for menopausal symptoms and other conditions.
The product also contains Triterpene Glycosides and Isoflavones — plant compounds often sourced from soy and clover — though the specific roles of these in this formula aren't detailed in the facts we hold. The product also lists Black Cohosh Rhizome and Root Extract and Fermented Soybean Extract, but since these are noted as ingredient groups without their individual components spelled out, we can't detail what they contribute.
Inactive ingredients (hypromellose and magnesium stearate) are fillers and binders that have no therapeutic role.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for red clover in EstroSoy isn't established for the conditions listed. According to the data we hold, red clover has insufficient reliable evidence to rate for menopausal symptoms, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and androgenic alopecia (hair loss).
That means we don't have enough quality clinical trials to say whether it works for these purposes. We also hold no effectiveness data for the Triterpene Glycosides or Isoflavones in this product, and the Black Cohosh and Fermented Soybean components aren't detailed enough in our facts to assess.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Red clover is generally well tolerated in the short term by healthy adults, though its estrogen-like activity means certain people need to be cautious. The most common side effects reported orally are muscle pain, nausea, and vaginal spotting.
There's also some concern from research that red clover isoflavones may slightly increase breast density in premenopausal women, which is why anyone with a history of breast cancer or related concerns should discuss this with their doctor. For pregnancy and breastfeeding: the safety data advises against use during pregnancy because of red clover's estrogen-like effects and lack of safety data.
There isn't enough information to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding, so talk with your pharmacist or doctor before using it. We hold no pregnancy or breastfeeding safety information for Triterpene Glycosides, Isoflavones, or the other ingredient groups in this product.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking EstroSoy, double-check if you're on estrogen therapy, methotrexate, or tamoxifen — red clover has Moderate-severity interactions with all three. Also flag any drugs metabolized by CYP1A2, CYP2C19, CYP2C9, or CYP3A4 enzymes, and blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, though these are Minor concerns.
Use the medication search tool on this page to be sure.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
EstroSoy may appeal to people exploring support for menopausal symptoms or bone health, but evidence for its effectiveness isn't yet established. If you take estrogen therapy, methotrexate, tamoxifen, or drugs processed through certain liver enzymes, you'll need to check with your pharmacist before starting — the interactions here are real concerns.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Skip it and talk to your doctor.
Everyone else: run your medications through the interaction checker on this page.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 22, 2025.
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 EstroSoy, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Nature's Way |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 033674145364 |
| Net contents | 60 Vegan Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 22, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 337213 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Menopause, Seniors/Mature (>50 Years) - Women ONLY |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for EstroSoy by Nature's Way, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Triterpene Glycosides | 1 mg | -- |
| Isoflavones | 40.2 mg | -- |
| Red Clover | 300 mg | -- |
| Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract | 40 mg | -- |
| Soybean Extract, Fermented | 670 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate
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Formula
Daily support for menopause symptoms with black cohosh extract, fermented soy extract, and red clover
Formulation
Helps reduce hot flashes, night sweats, irritability, and mood swings
Drug free and hormone free
Gluten free. No wheat, corn, dairy, gelatin, or artificial colors or flavors.
Bottled and tested in the USA
Vegan Gelatin Free
Vegan Gelatin Free
Menopause relief blend 3-herb blend Plant powered
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Safety sealed with inner seal. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.
Warning: Do not use if you are pregnant, nursing, or attempting to become pregnant. If you are taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use.
Discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if you have a liver disorder or develop symptoms of liver trouble, such as abdominal pain, dark urine, or jaundice.
Contains soy.
Storage
Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Copyright 2025 Nature's Way Brands, LLC
Seals/Symbols
Vegan Gelatin Free
General Statements
Bottle made from 50% post-consumer recycled plastic
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendation: Adults take 2 capsules daily with water.
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EstroSoy by Nature's Way label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in EstroSoy by Nature's Way
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Red Clover
Interacts with867 drugs
Red clover is a plant rich in isoflavones (plant compounds with weak estrogen-like activity) that is most often used for menopause symptoms like hot f...
Red Clover monograph & interactionsBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract
Interacts with652 drugs
Black cohosh is a North American plant most often used to ease menopause symptoms like hot flashes, but the research is mixed and far from settled. It...
Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract monograph & interactions- › Triterpene Glycosides
Soybean Extract, Fermented
Interacts with611 drugs
Soy is a nutritious bean that is a staple food and a popular source of plant protein and isoflavones. Eating soy foods as part of a balanced diet is g...
Soybean Extract, Fermented monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
EstroSoy by Nature's Way Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
EstroSoy by Nature's Way contains red clover, which has documented interactions with several medication types.
The most serious concern is with estrogen therapy (Moderate severity): red clover contains plant compounds with estrogen-like activity that might interfere with how your estrogen medications work.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Red clover also carries Moderate-severity interactions with methotrexate (a drug used for psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and cancer) — there's a case report of someone on methotrexate who developed toxicity symptoms after taking red clover — and with tamoxifen (a breast cancer medication), where the plant's estrogen-like compounds might theoretically reduce the drug's effectiveness.
Additionally, red clover may affect how your body processes several other drug classes through liver enzymes (CYP1A2, CYP2C19, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4 substrates), though the clinical studies we have suggest minimal real-world impact — these are all Minor severity. There's also a Minor-severity theoretical concern with blood thinners (anticoagulants) and antiplatelet drugs, though clinical evidence hasn't shown a real effect.
We could not check two ingredients — Triterpene Glycosides and Isoflavones — because we hold no interaction data for them. Black Cohosh and Fermented Soybean Extract are listed as component groups, but their individual ingredients aren't specified in the facts we have.
Altogether, these interactions span 857 individual medications. Please check your exact medications with the search tool on this page.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in EstroSoy interact with 1,424 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 3 ingredients in EstroSoy interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Red Clover Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract Soybean Extract, Fermented
AmphetamineAdensys XR-ODT, Adzenys ER, Dyanavel XR, Mydayis
How Amphetamine interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Soybean Extract, FermentedMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Amphetamine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Some research suggests that black cohosh might inhibit CYP2D6, but there is conflicting evidence.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Amphetamine interactionIsocarboxazidMarplan
How Isocarboxazid interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Soybean Extract, FermentedMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Isocarboxazid interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractSerotonergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining serotonergic drugs with black cohosh might cause additive serotonergic effects.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Isocarboxazid interactionMoclobemideManerix, Moclobemide
How Moclobemide interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Soybean Extract, FermentedMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Moclobemide interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 2c19 (cyp2c19) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19.
Read the full Red Clover + Moclobemide interactionOzanimod HydrochlorideZeposia
How Ozanimod Hydrochloride interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Soybean Extract, FermentedMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Ozanimod Hydrochloride interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Ozanimod Hydrochloride interactionIsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Ozanimod Hydrochloride interactionPhenelzine SulfateNardil
How Phenelzine Sulfate interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Soybean Extract, FermentedMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Phenelzine Sulfate interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractSerotonergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining serotonergic drugs with black cohosh might cause additive serotonergic effects.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Phenelzine Sulfate interactionRasagilineAzilect
How Rasagiline interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Soybean Extract, FermentedMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Rasagiline interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractSerotonergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining serotonergic drugs with black cohosh might cause additive serotonergic effects.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Rasagiline interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Rasagiline interactionSafinamide MesylateXadago
How Safinamide Mesylate interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Soybean Extract, FermentedMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Safinamide Mesylate interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractSerotonergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining serotonergic drugs with black cohosh might cause additive serotonergic effects.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Safinamide Mesylate interactionSelegilineCarbex, Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar
How Selegiline interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Soybean Extract, FermentedMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Selegiline interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractSerotonergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining serotonergic drugs with black cohosh might cause additive serotonergic effects.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Selegiline interactionTranylcypromineParnate
How Tranylcypromine interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Soybean Extract, FermentedMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Tranylcypromine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractSerotonergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining serotonergic drugs with black cohosh might cause additive serotonergic effects.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Tranylcypromine interaction6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionIsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
How Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionAbacavir, LamivudineEpzicom
How Abacavir, Lamivudine interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionIsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, kudzu may increase the risk of bleeding if used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Isoflavones + Abciximab interactionRed CloverAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Although some laboratory research suggests that red clover may have anticoagulant and antiplatelet activity, clinical research has not shown this effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Abciximab interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Abiraterone interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Abiraterone interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Abiraterone Acetate interactionIsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Abiraterone Acetate interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, kudzu may increase the risk of bleeding if used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Isoflavones + Abrocitinib interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 2c19 (cyp2c19) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates +1 Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19.
Read the full Red Clover + Abrocitinib interactionSoybean Extract, FermentedCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Soy might modestly induce CYP2C9 enzymes.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs, Antidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acarbose interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acarbose interactionSoybean Extract, FermentedAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Soy can lower blood glucose and have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acebutolol interactionSoybean Extract, FermentedAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically soy protein may have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Acebutolol interactionIsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with EstroSoy — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, kudzu may increase the risk of bleeding if used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acenocoumarol interactionRed CloverAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Although some laboratory research suggests that red clover may have anticoagulant and antiplatelet activity, clinical research has not shown this effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen interactionIsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with EstroSoy — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Caffeine +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, kudzu may increase the risk of bleeding if used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionSoybean Extract, FermentedCaffeine Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionRed CloverAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Caffeine +2 Minor
Interaction Summary
Although some laboratory research suggests that red clover may have anticoagulant and antiplatelet activity, clinical research has not shown this effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with EstroSoy — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionIsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with EstroSoy — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs, Caffeine Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionSoybean Extract, FermentedCaffeine Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionRed CloverCaffeine, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
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IsoflavonesCaffeine, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking kudzu with caffeine might increase levels of caffeine.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Some research suggests that black cohosh might inhibit CYP2D6, but there is conflicting evidence.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionSoybean Extract, FermentedCaffeine Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
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IsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
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Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Some research suggests that black cohosh might inhibit CYP2D6, but there is conflicting evidence.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionIsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with EstroSoy — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
IsoflavonesHepatotoxic Drugs, Caffeine Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionSoybean Extract, FermentedCaffeine Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionRed CloverCaffeine, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
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Soybean Extract, FermentedCaffeine Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine.
Read the full Soybean Extract, Fermented + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionIsoflavonesCaffeine, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking kudzu with caffeine might increase levels of caffeine.
Read the full Isoflavones + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionBlack Cohosh Rhizome, Root ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Some research suggests that black cohosh might inhibit CYP2D6, but there is conflicting evidence.
Read the full Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionRed CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Caffeine +1 Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
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Red Clover
Estrogens
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Red clover contains phytoestrogens which might have estrogenic activity in some people. Theoretically, red clover might compete for estrogen receptors and interfere with estrogen-containing drug therapy.
Methotrexate (Trexall, Others)
Theoretically, red clover might increase the risk of methotrexate toxicity.
In a case report, a 52-year-old female receiving weekly methotrexate injections for psoriasis developed symptoms of methotrexate toxicity, including severe vomiting and epigastric pain, after three days of taking red clover 430 mg daily. Toxicity resolved after red clover was discontinued. However, no liver function tests or methotrexate levels were reported.
Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)
Theoretically, the phytoestrogens in red clover might interfere with tamoxifen.
In vitro and animal research suggests that genistein, a constituent of red clover, might antagonize the antitumor effects of tamoxifen. However, there is some evidence from an animal study that red clover does not reduce the efficacy of tamoxifen. Until more is known, tell patients taking tamoxifen to avoid red clover.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Although some laboratory research suggests that red clover may have anticoagulant and antiplatelet activity, clinical research has not shown this effect.
In vitro research suggests that genistein in red clover has antiplatelet effects, and historically, red clover was thought to have anticoagulant effects due to its coumarin content. However, some experts state that this is unlikely as most natural coumarins have not been shown to have anticoagulant effects, and their content in red clover is low. Additionally, some clinical research in postmenopausal patients found no effect on coagulation or prothrombin time with the use of red clover flowering tops 378 mg daily for 12 months or red clover isoflavone (Rimostil) 50 mg daily for 2 years.
Caffeine
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Red clover contains genistein. Taking genistein 1 gram daily for 14 days seems to inhibit caffeine clearance and metabolism in healthy females. However, this effect does not seem to occur with the lower amounts of genistein found in red clover. A clinical study in healthy postmenopausal individuals shows that taking red clover capsules standardized to contain 60 mg isoflavones twice daily for 14 days does not affect the pharmacokinetics of caffeine.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
In vitro evidence shows that red clover inhibits CYP1A2. However, a clinical study in healthy postmenopausal individuals shows that taking red clover capsules standardized to contain 60 mg isoflavones twice daily for 14 days does not affect the pharmacokinetics of caffeine, a CYP1A2 probe substrate.
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates
Theoretically, red clover might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19.
In vitro evidence suggests that red clover weakly inhibits CYP2C19. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
In vitro evidence suggests that red clover might inhibit CYP2C9. However, a clinical study in healthy postmenopausal individuals shows that taking red clover capsules standardized to contain 60 mg isoflavones twice daily for 14 days does not affect the pharmacokinetics of tolbutamide, a CYP2C9 probe substrate.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
In vitro evidence shows that red clover might inhibit CYP3A4 isoenzymes. However, a clinical study in healthy postmenopausal individuals shows that taking red clover capsules standardized to contain 60 mg isoflavones twice daily for 14 days does not affect the pharmacokinetics of alprazolam, a CYP3A4 probe substrate.
Black Cohosh Rhizome, Root Extract
Atorvastatin (Lipitor)
Taking black cohosh with atorvastatin might increase the risk for elevated liver function tests.
In one case report, a patient taking atorvastatin (Lipitor) developed significantly elevated liver function enzymes after starting black cohosh 100 mg four times daily. Liver enzymes returned to normal when black cohosh was discontinued. It is unclear whether the elevated liver enzymes were due to black cohosh itself or an interaction between atorvastatin and black cohosh.
Cisplatin (Platinol-Aq)
Theoretically, black cohosh may reduce the clinical effects of cisplatin.
Animal research suggests that black cohosh might decrease the cytotoxic effect of cisplatin on breast cancer cells.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Some research suggests that black cohosh might inhibit CYP2D6, but there is conflicting evidence.
Some clinical research suggests that black cohosh might modestly inhibit CYP2D6 and increase levels of drugs metabolized by this enzyme. However, contradictory clinical research shows a specific black cohosh product (Remifemin, Enzymatic Therapy) 40 mg twice daily does not significantly inhibit metabolism of a CYP2D6 substrate in healthy study volunteers. Until more is known, use black cohosh cautiously in patients taking drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Estrogens
Theoretically, black cohosh may alter the effects of estrogen therapy.
Some research suggests that black cohosh has estrogenic effects. This may enhance or inhibit the effects of estrogen therapy.
Hepatotoxic Drugs
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
There is concern that black cohosh might be linked to cases of liver failure and autoimmune hepatitis.
Serotonergic Drugs
Combining serotonergic drugs with black cohosh might cause additive serotonergic effects.
Black cohosh might increase the risk of serotonin syndrome when combined with other serotonergic drugs. Black cohosh acts as an agonist at several serotonin receptor subtypes and might interact with other serotonergic medications. In one case, a 55-year-old female who had been on stable treatment with sertraline 50 mg and duloxetine 60 mg daily developed serotonin syndrome after taking black cohosh extract 40 mg daily for 3 days.
Organic Anion-Transporting Polypeptide Substrates (Oatp)
Black cohosh may inhibit one form of OATP, OATP2B1, which could reduce the bioavailability and clinical effects of OATP2B1 substrates.
In vitro research shows that black cohosh modestly inhibits OATP2B1. OATPs are expressed in the small intestine and liver and are responsible for the uptake of drugs and other compounds into the body. Inhibition of OATP may reduce the bioavailability of oral drugs that are substrates of OATP.
Soybean Extract, Fermented
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (Maois)
Taking soy products containing high amounts of tyramine along with MAOIs can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Fermented soy products such as tofu and soy sauce contain tyramine, a naturally occurring chemical that affects blood pressure regulation. The metabolism of tyramine is decreased by MAOIs. Consuming more than 6 mg of tyramine while taking an MAOI can increase the risk of hypertensive crisis. The amount of tyramine in fermented soy products is usually less than 0.6 mg per serving; however, there can be significant variation depending on the specific product used, storage conditions, and length of storage. Storing one brand of tofu for a week can increase tyramine content from 0.23 mg to 4.8 mg per serving. Advise patients taking MAOIs to avoid fermented soy products that contain high amounts of tyramine.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Soy can lower blood glucose and have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Clinical research shows that whole soy diets and soy-based meals reduce fasting glucose levels in diabetic and non-diabetic individuals. Also, individuals following a soy-based meal replacement plan seem to require lower doses of sulfonylureas and metformin to manage blood glucose levels when compared with individuals following a diet plan recommended by the American Diabetes Association.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically soy protein may have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs and increase the risk of hypotension.
Although some contradictory research exists, most clinical evidence suggests that consuming soy protein modestly reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure in individuals with prehypertension or hypertension.
Caffeine
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine.
Soy contains genistein. Taking genistein 1 gram daily for 14 days seems to inhibit caffeine clearance and metabolism in healthy females. This effect has been attributed to inhibition of the cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) enzyme, which is involved in caffeine metabolism. It is unclear if this effect occurs with the lower amounts of genistein found in soy.
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, soy might have additive effects when used with diuretic drugs.
Animal research suggests that genistein, a soy isoflavone, increases diuresis within 6 hours of subcutaneous administration in rats. The effects seem to be similar to those of furosemide. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Estrogens
Theoretically, soy might competitively inhibit the effects of estrogen replacement therapy.
Soy contains phytoestrogens and has been shown to have estrogenic activity in some patients. Although this has not been demonstrated in humans, theoretically, concomitant use of soy with estrogen replacement therapy might reduce the effects of the estrogen replacement therapy.
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)
Soy products might reduce the absorption of levothyroxine in some patients.
Preliminary clinical research and a case report suggest that soy-based formulas inhibit the absorption of levothyroxine in infants with congenital hypothyroidism. A levothyroxine dosage increase may be needed for infants with congenital hypothyroidism while using soy-based formulas, and the dose may need to be reduced when soy-based formulas are no longer administered. However, in postmenopausal adults, clinical research shows that taking a single dose of soy extract containing isoflavones 60 mg along with levothyroxine does not affect the oral bioavailability of levothyroxine.
Progesterone
Theoretically, combining soy isoflavones with transdermal progesterone may worsen bone density.
Clinical research suggests that significant bone loss may occur in females with osteoporosis who receive a combination of transdermal progesterone with soy milk containing isoflavones when compared with placebo, soy milk alone, or progesterone alone.
Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)
Theoretically, estrogenic soy isoflavones might alter the effects of tamoxifen.
Laboratory research suggests that genistein and daidzen, isoflavones from soy, can antagonize the antitumor effects of tamoxifen under some circumstances; however, soy isoflavones might have different effects when used at different doses. A relatively low in vitro concentration of soy isoflavones such as 1 microM/L seems to interfere with tamoxifen, whereas high in vitro concentrations such as those >10 microM/L might actually enhance tamoxifen effects. People on a high-soy diet have soy isoflavones levels ranging from 0.1-6 microM/L. Until more is known, advise patients taking tamoxifen to avoid therapeutic use of soy products.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, soy might interfere with the effects of warfarin.
Soy milk has been reported to decrease the international normalized ratio (INR) in a patient taking warfarin. The mechanism of this interaction is not known. However, animal and in vitro research suggests that soy may also inhibit platelet aggregation. Dosing adjustments for warfarin may be necessary.
Antibiotic Drugs
Theoretically, antibiotics may decrease the activity of soy isoflavones.
Intestinal bacteria are responsible in part for converting soy isoflavones into their active forms. Antibiotics may decrease the amount of intestinal bacteria and decrease its ability to convert isoflavones.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Soy might modestly induce CYP2C9 enzymes. However, this effect does not seem to be clinically significant.
In vitro research suggests that an unhydrolyzed soy extract might induce CYP2C9. However, the significance of this interaction is likely minimal. In healthy females taking a specific extract of soy (Genistein Soy Complex, Source Naturals), blood levels of losartan, a CYP2C9 substrate, were not significantly affected.
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- Green Bay
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- 54311
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- 1-800-962-8873
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The Full Monographs Behind EstroSoy’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Red Clover
Interacts with 867 drugsRed clover is a plant rich in isoflavones (plant compounds with weak estrogen-like activity) that is most often used for menopause symptoms like hot flashes. The evidence is mixed and genera...
Read the full Red Clover monograph → Herb & supplement monographBlack Cohosh
Interacts with 652 drugsBlack cohosh is a North American plant most often used to ease menopause symptoms like hot flashes, but the research is mixed and far from settled. It is generally well tolerated for short-t...
Read the full Black Cohosh monograph → Herb & supplement monographSoy
Interacts with 611 drugsSoy is a nutritious bean that is a staple food and a popular source of plant protein and isoflavones. Eating soy foods as part of a balanced diet is generally considered safe for most people...
Read the full Soy monograph → Herb & supplement monographKudzu
Interacts with 584 drugsKudzu is a fast-growing vine whose root has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine and is now studied mostly for reducing alcohol intake. Early research is promising for cutting back...
Read the full Kudzu monograph →Sources & How We Checked
EstroSoy'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.
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The 201 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.
Kudzu 21 references
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- Luo ZR, Zheng B. [Effect of Puerarin on platelet activating factors CD63 and CD62P, plasminogen activator inhibitor and C-reactive protein in patients with unstable angia pectoris]. Zhongguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi 2001;21:31-3 .
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- Akita, H., Sowa, J., Makiura, M., Akamatsu, H., and Matsunaga, K. Maculopapular drug eruption due to the Japanese herbal medicine Kakkonto (kudzu or arrowroot decoction). Contact Dermatitis 2003;48(6):348-349. PubMed
- Manonai, J., Chittacharoen, A., Theppisai, U., and Theppisai, H. Effect of Pueraria mirifica on vaginal health. Menopause. 2007;14(5):919-924. PubMed
- Chandeying, V. and Sangthawan, M. Efficacy comparison of Pueraria mirifica (PM) against conjugated equine estrogen (CEE) with/without medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) in the treatment of climacteric symptoms in perimenopausal women: phase III study. J M
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Red Clover 24 references
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- Hidalgo LA, Chedraui PA, Morocho N, et al. The effect of red clover isoflavones on menopausal symptoms, lipids and vaginal cytology in menopausal women: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Gynecol Endocrinol 2005;21(5):257-264. PubMed
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- Guerrero JA, Lozano ML, Castillo J, et al. Flavonoids inhibit platelet function through binding to the thromboxane A2 receptor. J Thromb Haemost 2005;3(2):369-376. PubMed
- Kondo K, Suzuki Y, Ikeda Y, Umemura K. Genistein, an isoflavone included in soy, inhibits thrombotic vessel occlusion in the mouse femoral artery and in vitro platelet aggregation. Eur J Pharmacol 2002;455(1):53-57. PubMed
- Polini N, Rauschemberger MB, Mendiberri J, et al. Effect of genistein and raloxifene on vascular dependent platelet aggregation. Mol Cell Endocrinol 2007;267(1-2):55-62. PubMed
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- Villaseca P. Non-estrogen conventional and phytochemical treatments for vasomotor symptoms: what needs to be known for practice. Climacteric 2012;15(2):115-124. PubMed
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