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Dietary supplement

Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Planetary Herbals

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

Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg is a dietary supplement by Planetary Herbals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general antioxidant support, eye health, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 1,000 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lycium fruit extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg by Planetary Herbals

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: lycium fruit extract from goji berries, 700 mg per capsule. Goji has been used traditionally in herbal medicine, though modern clinical evidence for most of its proposed benefits is still being built.

The capsule also contains inactive ingredients — hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, silica, and magnesium stearate — which are standard binding and filling agents.

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

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: botanical elixir for health and longevity.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish that goji fruit is effective for sunburn, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, obesity, or quality of life. Each of these ratings is insufficient reliable evidence — meaning the research so far isn't solid enough to say whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Goji

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.

Goji berries are generally well tolerated as a food. Concentrated supplements like this one have less safety data behind them than whole fruit does.

A small number of case reports link goji to liver inflammation and allergic reactions (including rashes, swelling of the face and lips, and rarely anaphylaxis), though these are uncommon. During pregnancy, avoid medicinal amounts due to limited safety data and traditional reports of effects on the uterus.

While breastfeeding, there isn't enough reliable data on supplement use to know if it's safe — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Goji

Meds to double-check

Major interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Major identified

At least one ingredient has a documented Major-severity interaction. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Goji.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 1,001 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.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you're on warfarin or other blood thinners — goji can increase bleeding risk. Also flag it if you take medications for irregular heartbeat, diabetes, high blood pressure, or drugs metabolized by CYP2D6, CYP2C19, CYP2C9, or CYP3A4 liver enzymes (many common medications use these pathways).

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The bottom line

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

Goji berry is worth considering if you're interested in a traditional herbal supplement, but you absolutely need to check it against any blood thinners, heart medications, diabetes drugs, or blood pressure medications you take. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any liver concerns, discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist first.

The medication checker on this page will help you see if it's okay for your specific drugs.

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, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Planetary Herbals
Barcode (UPC) 021078106197
Net contents 180 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2022
DSLD ID 271973
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg by Planetary Herbals, 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)
Servings per container
180
UPC/BARCODE
021078106197
IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates0.5 Gram(s)1%
Lycium fruit extract700 mg--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Formulation

Vegetarian capsules

Botanical elixir for health and longevity

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

General Statements

Approved by Michael Tierra L.Ac, O.M.D

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 1 capsule three times daily.

Precautions

Caution: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any prescription drug, consult your health care professional before using this product. This product should not be used in conjunction with medications for blood sugar disorders, or cholesterol or blood pressure conditions.

Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Formula

Goji berry (lycium), known for centuries throughout Asia, is one of the most highly revered herbal tonifiers. In traditional Chinese herbalism, goji berries are well known for their ability to benefit the eyes. More recently, goji berries have been shown to possess antioxidant activity.

Planetary Herbals Full Spectrum Goji Berry is formulated to provide all the benefits this legendary fruit offers, including support for healthy vision and overall vitality.

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.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright Planetary Herbals, LLC

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg by Planetary Herbals

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.

Lycium fruit extract

Interacts with
1,000 drugs
700 mg per serving

Goji berries are a nutritious fruit rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and plant polysaccharides, and they are safe for most people as a food. While they...

Lycium fruit extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg by Planetary Herbals Drug Interactions

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2 Major 930 Moderate 68 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 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.

Lycium fruit extract8 drug types · 1,000 drugs

Warfarin (Coumadin)

Goji can increase the effects of warfarin and possibly increase the risk of bleeding.
There are at least 5 case reports of increased international normalized ratio (INR) in patients stabilized on warfarin who began drinking goji juice, concentrated goji tea, or goji wine. Goji may inhibit the metabolism of warfarin by cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9).

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, concomitant use of goji root bark, but not goji fruit, with antihypertensive drugs might have additive effects.
Animal and in vitro research suggest that goji root bark has hypotensive effects. However, goji fruit juice does not appear to reduce systolic or diastolic blood pressure in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates

Theoretically, goji berry might inhibit CYP2C19 and reduce metabolism of CYP2C19 substrates.
In vitro research shows that goji berry tincture and juice inhibit CYP2C19 enzymes. Concomitant use with goji may decrease metabolism and increase levels of CYP2C19 substrates. However, this has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates

Theoretically, goji berry might inhibit CYP2C9 and reduce metabolism of CYP2C9 substrates.
In vitro research shows that goji berry tincture and juice inhibit CYP2C9 enzymes. Additionally, multiple case reports suggest that goji berry concentrated tea and juice inhibit the metabolism of warfarin, a CYP2C9 substrate. Concomitant use with goji may decrease metabolism and increase levels of CYP2C9 substrates.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates

Theoretically, goji berry might inhibit CYP2D6 and reduce metabolism of CYP2D6 substrates.
In vitro research shows that goji berry juice inhibits CYP2D6 enzymes. Concomitant use with goji may decrease metabolism and increase levels of CYP2D6 substrates. However, this has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, goji berry might inhibit CYP3A4 and reduce metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research shows that goji berry juice inhibits CYP3A4 enzymes. Concomitant use with goji may decrease metabolism and increase levels of CYP3A4 substrates. However, this has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Flecainide (Tambocor)

Theoretically, goji berry might increase the levels and clinical effects of flecainide.
In one case report, a 75-year-old patient stable on flecainide and warfarin presented to the emergency room with fainting and pleomorphic arrhythmia caused by flecainide toxicity. Flecainide toxicity was attributed to drinking 1-2 glasses of concentrated goji tea daily for 2 weeks. Theoretically, goji may have inhibited the cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) metabolism of flecainide.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, concomitant use of goji fruit polysaccharides or goji root bark with antidiabetes drugs might have additive effects.
Animal and in vitro research show that goji root bark and fruit polysaccharides might have hypoglycemic effects. However, clinical research has only shown that taking goji fruit polysaccharides with or without antidiabetes drugs modestly reduces postprandial glucose when compared with control, with no reports of hypoglycemia.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg, from the product label.

Planetary Herbals

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Name
Planetary Herbals, LLC
Street Address
P.O. Box 1760
City
Soquel
State
CA
ZipCode
95073
Web Address
www.planetaryherbals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg by Planetary Herbals: Common Questions

Does Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg by Planetary Herbals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg has a known interaction with 1,000 medications, including 2 rated major. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg 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 take this goji product while I'm on warfarin?
Not without checking with your doctor or pharmacist first. Goji can increase warfarin's blood-thinning effects and raise your bleeding risk — we have at least 5 case reports of this in people drinking goji juice or concentrated goji tea. Your pharmacist can review whether it's safe for you or adjust your warfarin if needed.
Is goji safe during pregnancy?
No — avoid medicinal amounts of goji during pregnancy. The safety data is limited, and traditional herbalism reports uterine effects. Talk with your doctor before taking this if you're pregnant or planning to be.
What is goji actually used for?
Goji has been used in traditional herbal medicine, but we don't have reliable evidence that it works for sunburn, heart disease, high blood pressure, weight loss, or quality of life. The research isn't solid enough yet to say either way.
Are there any side effects from goji?
Most people tolerate it well. A small number of case reports link goji to liver inflammation and allergic reactions (rashes, facial swelling, throat itching, and rarely anaphylaxis), though these are uncommon.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable data on medicinal goji use while breastfeeding to know if it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist — they can weigh the benefit against what's known about safety for your baby.

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The Full Monographs Behind Full Spectrum Goji Berry 700 mg’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 Goji Berry 700 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.

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 14 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.

Goji 14 references
  1. Huang KC. The Pharmacology of Chinese Herbs. 2nd ed. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1999.
  2. Lam AY, Elmer GW, Mohutsky MA. Possible interaction between warfarin and Lycium Barbarum. Ann Pharmacother 2001;35:1199-201.
  3. Leung H, Hung A, Hui AC, Chan TY. Warfarin overdose due to the possible effects of Lycium barbarum L. Food Chem Toxicol 2008;46:1860-2. PubMed
  4. Amagase H, Nance DM. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of the general effects of a standardized Lycium barbarum (goji) juice, GoChi. J Altern Complement Med 2008;14:403-12.
  5. Rivera, C. A., Ferro, C. L., Bursua, A. J., and Gerber, B. S. Probable interaction between Lycium barbarum (goji) and warfarin. Pharmacotherapy 2012;32(3):e50-e53.
  6. Monzon, Ballarin S., Lopez-Matas, M. A., Saenz, Abad D., Perez-Cinto, N., and Carnes, J. Anaphylaxis associated with the ingestion of Goji berries (Lycium barbarum). J.Investig.Allergol.Clin.Immunol. 2011;21(7):567-570.
  7. Franco, M., Monmany, J., Domingo, P., and Turbau, M. [Autoimmune hepatitis triggered by consumption of Goji berries]. Med.Clin.(Barc.) 9-22-2012;139(7):320-321.
  8. Jiménez-Encarnación E, Ríos G, Muñoz-Mirabal A, Vilá LM. Euforia-induced acute hepatitis in a patient with scleroderma. BMJ Case Rep 2012;2012. PubMed
  9. Larramendi CH, García-Abujeta JL, Vicario S, García-Endrino A, López-Matas MA, García-Sedeño MD, et al. Goji berries (Lycium barbarum): Risk of allergic reactions in individuals with food allergy. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2012;22(5):345-50.
  10. Cai H, Liu F, Zuo P, Huang G, Song Z, Wang T, et al. Practical application of antidiabetic efficacy of Lycium barbarum polysaccharide in patients with type 2 diabetes. Med Chem. 2015;11(4):383-90.
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  12. Guzmán CE, Guzmán-Moreno CG, Assad-Morell JL, Edgar Francisco Carrizales-Sepúlveda EF. Flecainide toxicity associated with the use of goji berries: a case report. Eur Heart J Case Rep. 2021;5(6):ytab204. PubMed
  13. Liu R, Tam TW, Mao J, et al. In vitro activity of Lycium barbarum (Goji) against major human phase I metabolism enzymes. Complement Integr Med. 2016;13(3):257-265.
  14. Zhang J, Tian L, Xie B. Bleeding due to a probable interaction between warfarin and Gouqizi (Lycium Barbarum L.). Toxicol Rep. 2015;2:1209-1212. PubMed

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