Fenugreek 610 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Fenugreek 610 mg 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
Fenugreek 610 mg is a dietary supplement by Best Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for blood sugar control, boosting breast milk supply, high cholesterol.Based on those ingredients, 389 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Fenugreek. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Fenugreek 610 mg by Best Naturals
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: fenugreek seed at 610 mg per capsule. Fenugreek is a legume seed used in cooking and traditional medicine for blood sugar and sexual function.
The capsule itself is the only inactive ingredient.
Does it work?
Not established
Fenugreek is rated possibly effective for sexual dysfunction and sexual arousal, and possibly effective for painful periods (dysmenorrhea) and type 2 diabetes based on the evidence we have on file. It won't work for everyone, and more research is needed to nail down how well it works and the best dose.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Fenugreek is generally well tolerated when you eat it as food, but supplement doses can cause side effects. The most common are stomach upset—abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, indigestion, gas, and nausea—and in rare cases low blood sugar.
Serious allergic reactions including difficulty breathing and anaphylaxis have been reported, though they're uncommon. Don't use medicinal amounts during pregnancy; fenugreek may affect the uterus.
If you take it right before delivery, the newborn may develop an unusual body odor that could be mistaken for a genetic metabolic condition—though this doesn't seem to cause lasting harm. Fenugreek is often promoted to boost breast milk supply, but the evidence is limited; talk to your healthcare provider or lactation consultant first.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take this, check if you're on blood thinners like warfarin or clopidogrel (Plavix), diabetes medications, theophylline, phenytoin (Dilantin), sildenafil (Viagra), or metoprolol (Toprol). All of these have Moderate severity interactions with fenugreek.
Use the medication checker below to verify your exact drugs.
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.
Fenugreek might help with blood sugar control, sexual function, or period pain if you're not on other medications. If you take blood thinners, diabetes drugs, seizure medications, heart drugs, or any prescription at all, you need to check it with your pharmacist or doctor before starting.
Even if you tolerate fenugreek well, the interactions are real enough that you shouldn't guess.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 16, 2022.
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 Fenugreek 610 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Best Naturals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 817716013091 |
| Net contents | 360 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 16, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 270493 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Lactating, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Fenugreek 610 mg by Best Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 1 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Fenugreek | 1.22 Gram(s) | -- |
Other ingredients: Capsule
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Formula
Fenugreek is an annual Mediterranean and Asiatic herb with aromatic seeds. Fenugreek is also used around the world as a culinary spice and food that is soothing to the stomach. Fenugreek seeds naturally contain nutrients such as B vitamins, Vitamin C, and Beta Carotene - all of which support the optimal production of breast milk. Certain research publications indicate that Fenugreek may help support the following: Supports healthy glucose balance. Supports lactation and post-natal health. Supports digestive and colon health.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules two to three times daily, preferably with food, or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.
Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
Caution: For adults only, if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Storage
Keep in cool, dry place.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA
GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Product
Formulation
Premium herbal
3rd party lab tested
No artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, no sugar, no starch, no milk, no lactose, no soy, no gluten, no wheat, no yeast, no fish. Sodium free.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Fenugreek 610 mg by Best Naturals label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Fenugreek 610 mg by Best Naturals
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Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.
Fenugreek
Interacts with389 drugs
Fenugreek is a common kitchen spice that is also taken as a supplement, mainly for blood sugar, cholesterol, and to support breast milk production. So...
Fenugreek monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Fenugreek 610 mg by Best Naturals Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Best Naturals Fenugreek 610 mg does interact with several medications, so you'll want to check your prescriptions before you start.
The most serious concerns are with blood thinners. Fenugreek can add to the effects of anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs—meaning increased bleeding risk—and there's a documented case of someone on warfarin (Coumadin) whose clotting time got dangerously high when they added fenugreek.
The same goes for clopidogrel (Plavix), where fenugreek may interfere with how the drug activates in your body.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Fenugreek also lowers blood sugar. If you take diabetes medications, fenugreek could push your glucose too low (low blood sugar / hypoglycemia).
And it may reduce levels of theophylline (used for breathing problems), phenytoin (Dilantin, for seizures), and sildenafil (Viagra)—meaning those drugs might not work as well. There's also a theoretical risk of extra blood-pressure lowering if you take metoprolol (Toprol).
Altogether, these interactions span 386 individual medications.
Use the medication checker on this page to look up your exact drugs before you take this supplement.
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The ingredients in Fenugreek 610 mg interact with 389 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Fenugreek 610 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Fenugreek
AbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acarbose interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
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FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
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FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetohexamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
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FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Albiglutide interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
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FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Anagrelide interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Anisindione interactionAntidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) InhibitorGlyxambi
How Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interactionAntithrombin IiiThrombate III
How Antithrombin Iii interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Antithrombin Iii interactionApixabanEliquis
How Apixaban interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Apixaban interactionArgatrobanArgatroban
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FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Argatroban interactionAspirinAngettes 75, ASA, Asaphen, Aspirin, Caprin, Cartia +8 more
How Aspirin interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin interactionAspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #3
How Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAspirin, ButalbitalAxotal
How Aspirin, Butalbital interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Butalbital interactionAspirin, Butalbital, CaffeineFiorinal
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FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine PhosphateFiorinal w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, PhenacetinMarnal
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Phenacetin interacts with Fenugreek 610 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Phenacetin interactionAspirin, CaffeineAnacin
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FenugreekAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fenugreek + Aspirin, Caffeine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Fenugreek 610 mg 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.
Fenugreek
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Some of the constituents in fenugreek have antiplatelet effects in animal and in vitro research. However, common fenugreek products might not contain sufficient concentrations of these constituents for clinical effects. A clinical study in patients with coronary artery disease or diabetes shows that taking fenugreek seed powder 2.5 grams twice daily for 3 months does not affect platelet aggregation, fibrinolytic activity, or fibrinogen levels .
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypoglycemic effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Clinical research shows that fenugreek seed can reduce fasting blood glucose and 2-hour postprandial glucose levels in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Clopidogrel (Plavix)
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might alter the clinical effects of clopidogrel by inhibiting its conversion to the active form.
Animal research shows that fenugreek seed 200 mg/kg daily for 14 days increases the maximum serum concentration of clopidogrel by 21%. It is unclear how this affects the pharmacokinetics of the active metabolite of clopidogrel; however, this study found that concomitant use of fenugreek seed and clopidogrel prolonged bleeding time by an additional 11%.
Metoprolol (Toprol)
Theoretically, fenugreek seed might have additive hypotensive effects when used with metoprolol.
Animal research shows that fenugreek seed 300 mg/kg daily for 2 weeks decreases systolic and diastolic blood pressure by 9% and 11%, respectively, when administered alone, and by 15% and 22%, respectively, when given with metoprolol 10 mg/kg.
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Theoretically, fenugreek might decrease plasma levels of phenytoin.
Animal research shows that taking fenugreek seeds for 1 week decreases maximum concentrations and the area under the curve of a single dose of phenytoin by 44% and 72%, respectively. This seems to be related to increased clearance. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Sildenafil (Viagra)
Theoretically, concurrent use of sildenafil and fenugreek might reduce levels and therapeutic effects of sildenafil.
Animal research shows that taking fenugreek seeds for 1 week reduces maximum concentrations and the area under the curve of a single dose of sildenafil by 27% and 48%, respectively. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Theophylline
Theoretically, fenugreek may reduce the levels and clinical effects of theophylline.
Animal research shows that fenugreek 50 grams daily for 7 days reduces the maximum serum concentration (Cmax) of theophylline by 28% and the area under the plasma drug concentration-time curve (AUC) by 22%.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, fenugreek might have additive effects with warfarin and increase the international normalized ratio (INR).
Some fenugreek constituents have antiplatelet effects, although these might not be present in concentrations that are clinically significant. In one case report, a patient taking warfarin experienced an increased INR when starting to take fenugreek in combination with boldo.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Fenugreek may also have an additive effect on blood pressure-lowering medications. Studies on animals have shown that fenugreek seed can decrease both systolic and diastolic blood pressure by up to 22% when combined with metoprolol. Therefore, it is essential to monitor your blood pressure regularly if you are taking fenugreek and metoprolol together or any other antihypertensive drugs.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Fenugreek 610 mg, from the product label.
Best Naturals
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- Best Naturals
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- PO Box 394
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- Kenilworth
- State
- NJ
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- 07033
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- 1-877-659-6004
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- www.shopbestnaturals.com
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Fenugreek 610 mg'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 30 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.
Fenugreek 30 references
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