Formula Thirty-One Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Pure Herbs
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Formula Thirty-One 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
Formula Thirty-One is a dietary supplement by Pure Herbs with 6 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart failure symptoms, high blood pressure, chest pain (angina).Based on those ingredients, 929 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Black Cohosh Root Extract, Hawthorn (Crataegus sp.) berry, leaf & flower extract, Lily of the Valley Root Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Formula Thirty-One by Pure Herbs
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
Low disclosure
Formula Thirty-One is a liquid containing 6 ingredients. The active components are hawthorn berry, leaf, and flower extract (used traditionally for heart health), Irish moss extract, black cohosh root extract (known for menopausal symptom support), black walnut husk extract, American bugleweed aerial parts extract, and lily-of-the-valley root extract.
There are no other inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence supporting these ingredients is limited. Hawthorn has insufficient reliable evidence to establish its effectiveness for angina, anxiety, arrhythmia, atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease, or cognitive function in our data.
Black cohosh is rated possibly effective for menopausal symptoms, but evidence for acne, sexual dysfunction, anxiety, breast cancer-related hot flashes, and other uses is insufficient. Black walnut, bugleweed, and lily-of-the-valley all have insufficient evidence for their listed uses — coronary heart disease and wound healing (black walnut), hyperthyroidism and insomnia (bugleweed), and arrhythmia and heart failure (lily-of-the-valley).
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Hawthorn is generally well tolerated in studies but any heart condition requires medical supervision. Black cohosh is generally well tolerated short-term, though rare liver concerns warrant guidance from a healthcare provider; it's not enough data to recommend during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Black walnut has limited human safety data and long-term use isn't well studied — avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Bugleweed may affect thyroid function and reduce milk production, so use only under a healthcare provider's guidance and avoid while breastfeeding.
Lily-of-the-valley is the most serious: all parts are poisonous and can cause life-threatening heart rhythm problems — it is unsafe without professional supervision and should be avoided in pregnancy and lactation. American bugleweed is rated likely unsafe in pregnancy and possibly unsafe while breastfeeding due to possible hormonal effects.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Before taking Formula Thirty-One, double-check if you're on digoxin or any heart medication (Major severity with both hawthorn and lily-of-the-valley). Also verify chest pain medications (nitrates), erectile dysfunction drugs (phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors like sildenafil), corticosteroids, blood pressure medications (beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers), blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs), thyroid hormones, serotonin-active antidepressants, lithium, diuretics, quinine, or antibiotics (macrolide or tetracycline).
No interactions are documented for black walnut husk extract; Irish moss extract was not checked as no data is on file for it.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product contains ingredients with serious interactions involving heart medications, blood thinners, cancer drugs, antidepressants, and many others. Lily-of-the-valley alone is a major concern for anyone on digoxin or corticosteroids.
If you take any prescription or over-the-counter medication — especially for your heart, blood pressure, mood, or blood clotting — check with us or your pharmacist before starting. This is not a product to add without professional guidance.
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Assessment coverage: 6 of 6 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 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 Formula Thirty-One, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Pure Herbs |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 22, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 280006 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Formula Thirty-One by Pure Herbs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 1951 mg | -- |
| Hawthorn (Crataegus sp.) berry, leaf & flower extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Irish Moss Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Black Cohosh Root Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Black Walnut Husk Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| American Bugleweed Aerial Parts Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Lily of the Valley Root Extract | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: None
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: For adults, mix 2 mL (abt. 1/2 tsp) of extract in 2 fl. oz (60 mL) water one time daily preferably with a meal.
Shake well before use
Formulation
Helps to maintain a healthy circulatory system.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Warning: Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if you have a liver disorder or develop symptoms of liver trouble, such as abdominal pain, dark urine, or jaundice.
Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you have a medical condition or are taking medication, consult your doctor prior to use.
Keep out of reach of children
Contains: Walnuts
Brand IP Statement(s)
Pure Herbs, Ltd. Natural Herbal Extracts
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
"No expense has been spared to provide the finest nature has to offer."
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Formula Thirty-One by Pure Herbs label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Formula Thirty-One by Pure Herbs
These are the 6 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container15 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.
Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Formula Thirty-One by Pure Herbs Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Formula Thirty-One by Pure Herbs is a liquid supplement with multiple ingredients that interact with medications — some quite seriously.
The most concerning is lily-of-the-valley root extract, which contains cardiac glycosides (heart-active compounds). Taking it with digoxin, a common heart medication, risks Major-severity cardiac glycoside toxicity — the same serious condition that digoxin itself can cause at high doses.
This is a life-threatening interaction.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Hawthorn berry, leaf, and flower extract carries Major interactions with nitrates (chest pain medications) and phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors like sildenafil (Viagra), both risking additive blood vessel relaxation and dangerous drops in blood pressure. Hawthorn also has Moderate interactions with beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs (blood thinners), and digoxin itself.
Black cohosh root extract interacts Moderately with drugs that affect the liver, serotonin (antidepressants, some others), and certain cancer or hormone medications. Bugleweed aerial parts extract affects thyroid hormones (Moderate severity).
Lily-of-the-valley also poses Major risks with corticosteroids and quinine, and Moderate risks with diuretics, lithium, certain antibiotics, and laxatives — all tied to its cardiac glycoside content. Black walnut husk extract and Irish moss extract carry no documented interactions in our data; however, we cannot check Irish moss as no monograph is on file for it.
Altogether, these interactions span 912 individual medications. Use the medication checker on this page to verify your exact prescriptions before starting this product.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Formula Thirty-One interact with 929 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
5 of the 6 ingredients in Formula Thirty-One interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Black Cohosh Root Extract Hawthorn (Crataegus sp.) berry, leaf & flower extract Lily of the Valley Root Extract Irish Moss Extract American Bugleweed Aerial Parts Extract
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
How Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionAbacavir, LamivudineEpzicom
How Abacavir, Lamivudine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower Extract + Abciximab interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acebutolol interactionHawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower ExtractBeta-blockers Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive effects on blood pressure and heart rate.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Hawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionHawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionHawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Hawthorn (crataegus Sp.) Berry, Leaf & Flower Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh 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 Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionLily Of The Valley Root ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, using lily-of-the-valley with diuretics can increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Read the full Lily Of The Valley Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Root ExtractSerotonergic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining serotonergic drugs with black cohosh might cause additive serotonergic effects.
Read the full Black Cohosh Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Root ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Serotonergic Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Some research suggests that black cohosh might inhibit CYP2D6, but there is conflicting evidence.
Read the full Black Cohosh Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Root ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking black cohosh with hepatotoxic drugs may increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Black Cohosh Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Formula Thirty-One — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Black Cohosh Root ExtractSerotonergic Drugs, Hepatotoxic Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Combining serotonergic drugs with black cohosh might cause additive serotonergic effects.
Read the full Black Cohosh Root Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Formula Thirty-One with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Black Cohosh 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.
Hawthorn (Crataegus sp.) berry, leaf & flower extract
Nitrates
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilatory effects.
Some evidence shows that hawthorn might lower blood pressure due to vasodilatory effects.
Phosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors
Theoretically, concomitant use might result in additive vasodilation and hypotension.
Hawthorn might inhibit PDE-5 and cause vasodilation.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, hawthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research shows that hawthorn can inhibit platelet aggregation. However, its effect in humans is unclear. One observational study shows that patients taking hawthorn shortly before undergoing coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery or valve replacement surgery have a 10% incidence of postoperative bleeding, compared with 1% in those who never consumed hawthorn extract. However, clinical research shows that taking a specific preparation of dried hawthorn leaves and flowers (Crataesor, Soria Natural Lab) 800 mg three times daily for 15 days does not affect platelet aggregation or levels of thromboxane B2, the metabolite of thromboxane A2, in healthy humans.
Beta-Blockers
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive effects on blood pressure and heart rate.
Some evidence shows that hawthorn might lower blood pressure and heart rate.
Calcium Channel Blockers
Theoretically, concomitant use might cause additive coronary vasodilation and hypotensive effects.
Some evidence shows that hawthorn might lower blood pressure due to vasodilatory effects.
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Theoretically, hawthorn might potentiate the effects and adverse effects of digoxin.
Hawthorn appears to improve cardiac output; however, hawthorn does not appear to affect digoxin pharmacokinetics. Case reports suggest that at least one species of hawthorn root extract (Crataegus mexicana) may produce adverse effects similar to digoxin and can cross-react with digoxin assays, leading to falsely elevated plasma digoxin levels.
Lily of the Valley Root Extract
Corticosteroids
Theoretically, using lily-of-the-valley with prolonged corticosteroid therapy can cause cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Lily-of-the-valley contains cardiac glycosides. Concomitant, long-term corticosteroid use can increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity due to potassium depletion and electrolyte imbalance.
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Using lily-of-the-valley with digoxin can cause cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Lily-of-the-valley contains cardiac glycosides. Use of the cardiac glycoside digoxin and lily-of-the-valley concomitantly increases the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Quinine
Theoretically, using lily-of-the-valley with quinine can increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Quinine may reduce the clearance of oral digoxin. Theoretically, concomitant use of quinine with lily-of-the-valley might reduce the clearance of cardiac glycosides found in lily-of-the-valley and increase the risk of toxicity.
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, using lily-of-the-valley with diuretics can increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Lily-of-the-valley contains cardiac glycosides. Concomitant use of potassium depleting diuretics and lily-of-the-valley can increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity due to potassium depletion and electrolyte imbalance.
Lithium
Theoretically, lily-of-the-valley can increase levels of lithium and increase toxicity.
Lily-of-the-valley is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, lily-of-the-valley might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Macrolide Antibiotics
Theoretically, using lily-of-the-valley with macrolide antibiotics can increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Macrolide antibiotics appear to increase the gastrointestinal absorption of oral digoxin. Theoretically, concomitant use of macrolide antibiotics might increase the absorption of the cardiac glycosides found in lily-of-the-valley.
Stimulant Laxatives
Theoretically, using lily-of-the-valley with stimulant laxatives can increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Lily-of-the-valley contains cardiac glycosides. The overuse of stimulant laxatives can increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity with lily-of-the-valley due to potassium depletion.
Tetracycline Antibiotics
Theoretically, using lily-of-the-valley with tetracycline antibiotics might increase the risk of cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Tetracycline antibiotics appear to increase the gastrointestinal absorption of oral digoxin, a cardiac glycoside. Theoretically, concomitant use of tetracycline antibiotics might increase the absorption of the cardiac glycosides found in lily-of-the-valley.
Irish Moss Extract
Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Theoretically, combining sea moss with amiodarone might cause excessively high iodine levels.
Amiodarone contains 37.3% iodine and can increase iodine levels. Concomitant use with sea moss, which contains approximately 4-7 mcg of iodine per gram, might increase the risk of adverse effects from iodine, including altered thyroid function.
Antithyroid Drugs
Due to its iodine content, sea moss might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Sea moss contains approximately 4-7 mcg of iodine per gram. Iodine in high doses has been reported to cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, depending on the individual's past medical history. Taking sea moss could theoretically alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Thyroid Hormone
Due to its iodine content, sea moss might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Sea moss contains approximately 4-7 mcg of iodine per gram. Iodine in high doses has been reported to cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, depending on the individual's past medical history. Taking sea moss could theoretically alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
American Bugleweed Aerial Parts Extract
Thyroid Hormone
Theoretically, bugleweed may alter thyroid function.
Concomitant use of bugleweed may reduce the effects of thyroid hormones by blocking peripheral conversion of thyroxine (T4) to triiodothyronine (T3).
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Hawthorn
Interacts with 191 drugsHawthorn is a plant traditionally used for heart-related complaints, and some studies suggest it may modestly help symptoms of mild heart failure when added to standard care. However, the ev...
Read the full Hawthorn monograph → Herb & supplement monographSea Moss
Interacts with 22 drugsSea moss is a type of red seaweed that is naturally rich in iodine and several minerals, and it is popular as a 'whole-food' supplement. Strong human evidence for most of its health claims i...
Read the full Sea Moss 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 monographBlack Walnut
Black walnut is a tree whose green hulls are traditionally used as a natural antiparasitic and digestive remedy, but solid human evidence for these uses is lacking. It contains a compound ca...
Read the full Black Walnut monograph → Herb & supplement monographBugleweed
Interacts with 16 drugsBugleweed is a traditional herb most often used for mild overactive thyroid symptoms and the rapid heartbeat that can come with it, but high-quality human evidence is very limited. Because i...
Read the full Bugleweed monograph → Herb & supplement monographLily-of-the-valley
Interacts with 157 drugsLily-of-the-valley is a poisonous plant that contains powerful heart-affecting compounds called cardiac glycosides, similar to the drug digoxin. While it was used historically for heart cond...
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The 110 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.
Hawthorn 25 references
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