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Full Spectrum Angelica Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Swanson Premium Brand

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Full Spectrum Angelica is a dietary supplement by Swanson Premium Brand with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general wellness and longevity, antioxidant support, heart and cholesterol health.Based on those ingredients, 186 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Angelica. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Full Spectrum Angelica by Swanson Premium Brand

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 is straightforward: it contains one active ingredient, angelica (ashitaba), a plant used traditionally in Asian medicine. The rest of the capsule is made up of gelatin, rice flour, and possibly one or both of additional inactive ingredients that serve as fillers and binders.

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 Ashitaba product and its label doesn't state a use — see Ashitaba'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 angelica's usefulness in treating alcohol-related liver disease is not established in the data we hold—it's rated as having insufficient reliable evidence. That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the research we have access to isn't strong enough yet to make a firm call.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Ashitaba

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Angelica is likely safe when used as a food, but safety data on concentrated supplements is limited. The safety data advises against using this supplement during pregnancy or while breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know it's safe for you or your baby.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Ashitaba

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 — Ashitaba.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 186 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.

Before you take this product, check your medications against the interaction tool on this page. Angelica can slow the liver's clearance of CYP1A2 substrates (Moderate severity), which includes a large number of common and specialized drugs.

If you're unsure whether your medication is affected, ask your pharmacist.

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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 some safety-information gaps remain.

If you're interested in angelica for general wellness and you don't take medications that interact with CYP1A2 substrates, this product is generally well tolerated. If you take any prescription drugs, though, check them with the tool on this page first—that's your most important step before starting.

Talk to your pharmacist if you're pregnant, nursing, or have liver concerns.

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 May 24, 2018.

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 Full Spectrum Angelica, straight from the product label.

Brand Swanson Premium Brand
Barcode (UPC) 087614113241
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 24, 2018
DSLD ID 159500
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Full Spectrum Angelica by Swanson Premium Brand, 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
087614113241
IngredientAmount% DV
Angelica400 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Rice Flour, May contain one or both of the following

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Label statements
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General Statements

Bringing wellness to the world since 1969

To reorder, call toll free 1-800-437-4148 or visit our website at www.swansonvitamins.com

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Guaranteed purity & potency

Precautions

Do not use if seal is broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: Do not take this product if you are pregnant or nursing.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule per day with water.

General

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Full Spectrum Angelica by Swanson Premium Brand label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Full Spectrum Angelica by Swanson Premium Brand

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.

Angelica

Interacts with
186 drugs
400 mg per serving

Ashitaba is a leafy plant from Japan that is eaten as a vegetable and taken as a supplement for general health, antioxidant, and heart benefits. Most...

Angelica monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Rice Flour, May contain one or both of the following. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Full Spectrum Angelica by Swanson Premium Brand Drug Interactions

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186Drugs
186 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Angelica 186

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Full Spectrum Angelica 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.

Angelica1 drug type · 186 drugs

Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

In vitro research shows that ashitaba extract inhibits cytochrome P450 (CYP) 1A2. Theoretically, concomitant use of ashitaba with CYP1A2 substrates might decrease the clearance of these substrates and increase the risk for adverse effects. However, this interaction has yet to be reported in humans. Until more is known, use with caution.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Full Spectrum Angelica, from the product label.

Swanson Premium Brand

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Name
Swanson Health Products
City
Fargo
State
ND
ZipCode
58104
Phone Number
1-800-437-4148
Web Address
www.swansonvitamins.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Full Spectrum Angelica by Swanson Premium Brand: Common Questions

Does Full Spectrum Angelica by Swanson Premium Brand interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Full Spectrum Angelica has a known interaction with 186 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Full Spectrum Angelica 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.
Is angelica safe to use while I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against using concentrated angelica supplements during pregnancy because there isn't enough research to know whether it's safe for you or your baby. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your specific situation.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against concentrated angelica supplements while breastfeeding due to insufficient safety information. It's best to discuss this with your pharmacist or doctor first.
Does angelica actually work for liver health?
The evidence for angelica's effectiveness in alcohol-related liver disease is insufficient—we don't have reliable research to say whether it works or not. If you're dealing with liver issues, talk to your doctor about proven treatments.
What exactly is the CYP1A2 enzyme interaction about?
CYP1A2 is an enzyme your liver uses to break down many medications. Angelica can slow this enzyme down, which might raise drug levels in your blood and increase side effects. Lab studies show this clearly, but it hasn't been reported in actual patients yet, so we recommend caution.
Why do I need to check my medications on this page?
Angelica interacts with 186 different medications through this enzyme mechanism. We don't list every single one here, so the checker tool lets you see your exact prescriptions and whether they're affected.

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The Full Monographs Behind Full Spectrum Angelica’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Full Spectrum Angelica'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 2 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.

Ashitaba 2 references
  1. Kwon D, Yoon S, Carter O, Bailey GS, Dashwood RH. Antioxidant and antigenotoxic activities of Angelica keiskei, Oenanthe javanica and Brassica oleracea in the Salmonella mutagenicity assay and in HCT116 human colon cancer cells. Biofactors. 2006;26(4):231
  2. Noh HM, Ahn EM, Yun JM, Cho BL, Paek YJ. Angelica keiskei Koidzumi extracts improve some markers of liver function in habitual alcohol drinkers: a randomized double-blind clinical trial. J Med Food. 2015;18(2):166-72.

See these in context on the Ashitaba monograph →

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