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Eyebright Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Eyebright Extract 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: Moderate

Eyebright Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye irritation and redness, conjunctivitis (pink eye), eye strain.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Eyebright extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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Check Your Meds Against Eyebright Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Eyebright Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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: eyebright extract. Eyebright is a plant traditionally used in herbal medicine, though how it works in the body isn't fully understood.

There are no inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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 assessable

This is a single-ingredient Eyebright product and its label doesn't state a use — see Eyebright's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for eyebright doesn't yet support its use. The data we hold shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for hay fever, cancer, common cold, cough, sore throat (pharyngitis), or sinus inflammation.

That means either studies haven't been done, or the ones available aren't strong enough to draw a solid conclusion about whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Eyebright

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 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.

Eyebright taken by mouth has been reported to cause confusion, headache, nausea, constipation, cough, shortness of breath, and nasal congestion in some people. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

If you're thinking about it during either of those times, talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice. Also, applying homemade or non-sterile eyebright directly to the eye carries a risk—stick to prepared formulations if you use it at all.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Eyebright

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Eyebright.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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.

Antidiabetes drugs (insulin, metformin, sulfonylureas, and others) are the class you'll want to discuss with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Eyebright may lower blood glucose levels, which could raise the risk of low blood sugar if combined with these medications.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Eyebright extract is traditionally used but lacks solid evidence for the conditions people typically take it for. The main safety concern is its potential to lower blood sugar, which matters if you take diabetes medication.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any diabetes drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it.

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 Aug 23, 2021.

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 Eyebright Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X001N1H16R
Net contents 250 Gram(s); 8.8 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2021
DSLD ID 253530
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
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 Eyebright Extract by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
500 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
500 mg
Servings per container
500
UPC/BARCODE
X001N1H16R
IngredientAmount% DV
Eyebright extract500 mg--

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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General Statements

Clean & Pure Bulk Supplements

New - Bulksupplements Eyebright Extract Powder (250 Grams)

Formulation

Color may vary

Free of: added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 500 mg (about 1/5 tsp) once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place

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Eyebright Extract by BulkSupplements.com label

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Eyebright Extract label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Eyebright Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size500 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container500 Amounts shown are per serving.

Eyebright extract

Interacts with
86 drugs
500 mg per serving

Eyebright is a traditional herb long used for minor eye irritation, redness, and allergy symptoms, but high-quality human studies are very limited. Th...

Eyebright extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Eyebright Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Eyebright extract 86

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Eyebright Extract interact with 86 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Eyebright Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Eyebright extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Eyebright Extract 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.

Eyebright extract1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, eyebright might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that eyebright lowers blood glucose levels.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Eyebright extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Eyebright Extract, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
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Eyebright Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Eyebright Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Eyebright Extract has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Eyebright Extract 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 use eyebright if I take insulin or a diabetes medication?
Not without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first. Eyebright may lower blood glucose, and combining it with diabetes drugs could increase your risk of low blood sugar. Your provider can review your specific medications and help you decide whether it's safe for you.
What side effects should I watch for if I take this?
People have reported confusion, headache, nausea, constipation, cough, shortness of breath, and nasal congestion. If any of these crop up, stop taking it and let your pharmacist or doctor know.
Is eyebright proven to work for hay fever or colds?
No—the evidence isn't there yet. We hold insufficient reliable evidence to say whether it actually works for hay fever, colds, cough, sore throat, or sinus inflammation. You might see it marketed for these, but that doesn't mean studies back it up.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it in both cases. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's safest for you and your baby.
Can I put this powder directly in my eye?
No. Homemade or non-sterile preparations applied directly to the eye carry a real risk of injury. If you want to use eyebright for eye health, use a prepared formulation from a reputable source and follow the label directions.

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The Full Monographs Behind Eyebright Extract’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Eyebright

Interacts with 86 drugs

Eyebright is a traditional herb long used for minor eye irritation, redness, and allergy symptoms, but high-quality human studies are very limited. There is not enough reliable evidence to c...

Read the full Eyebright monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Eyebright Extract'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 4 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.

Eyebright 4 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Wichtl MW. Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals. Ed. N.M. Bisset. Stuttgart: Medpharm GmbH Scientific Publishers, 1994.
  3. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  4. Porchezhian, E., Ansari, S. H., and Shreedharan, N. K. Antihyperglycemic activity of Euphrasia officinale leaves. Fitoterapia 2000;71(5):522-526. PubMed

See these in context on the Eyebright monograph →

Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.

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.

© 2021 Therapeutic Research Center, LLC

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