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Dietary supplement

Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Swanson Premium Brand

Capsule Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg is a dietary supplement by Swanson Premium Brand with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general energy and vitality, adaptogen for stress, sexual health and libido.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg 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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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 capsule contains one active ingredient: suma root at 400 mg per serving. Suma is a plant root used in traditional supplements.

The capsule itself is made with gelatin and rice flour as inactive ingredients.

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 Suma product and its label doesn't state a use — see Suma'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.

We don't have effectiveness ratings on file for suma. The evidence for what this ingredient can or can't do isn't established in our data.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Suma

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.

Suma taken by mouth appears to be well tolerated — no adverse effects have been reported in the available information. However, safety testing hasn't been thorough, so there are gaps in what we know.

If suma powder is inhaled, it can cause allergic asthma symptoms in susceptible people, though this is an occupational concern rather than a typical use issue. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information, so it's best avoided.

While breastfeeding, there's no reliable safety data either, so it's not recommended. If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Suma

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented for suma in our data. That doesn't mean interactions can't occur, so if you take any medications at all, run them through the checker on this page or confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Suma root is generally tolerated when taken by mouth, but human safety data are limited. It's not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

If you're considering this supplement — especially if you take any medications — check with your doctor or pharmacist first to make sure it's right for you.

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 Suma Root 400 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Swanson Premium Brand
Barcode (UPC) 087614112886
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 24, 2018
DSLD ID 177158
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 Suma Root 400 mg 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 Veggie Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Veggie Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
087614112886
IngredientAmount% DV
Suma400 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 one to two times per day with water.

General

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See for yourself

Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg by Swanson Premium Brand label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg by Swanson Premium Brand

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

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

Suma

No known
interactions
400 mg per serving

Suma is a South American root often marketed as a 'Brazilian ginseng' and used as an adaptogen for energy, stamina, and stress. Human evidence is very...

Suma 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 Suma Root 400 mg by Swanson Premium Brand Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg, 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 Suma Root 400 mg by Swanson Premium Brand: Common Questions

Does Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg by Swanson Premium Brand interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 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 while pregnant?
The safety data aren't sufficient to recommend suma during pregnancy, so it's best avoided. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.
Is it safe to use while breastfeeding?
There's no reliable safety data for suma while breastfeeding, so it's not recommended. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it.
What does suma do?
We don't have effectiveness data on file for suma. The evidence for what it can or can't do isn't established in our information.
Are there any side effects?
Suma taken by mouth seems well tolerated, with no adverse effects reported so far. However, a complete safety evaluation hasn't been done, so there may be effects we don't know about yet. If you inhale suma powder, it can cause allergic asthma in some people.

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Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 mg label
Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Full Spectrum Suma Root 400 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 Suma Root 400 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 3 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.

Suma 3 references
  1. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  2. Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal, 4th ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1999. DOI
  3. Subiza, J., Subiza, J. L., Escribano, P. M., Hinojosa, M., Garcia, R., Jerez, M., and Subiza, E. Occupational asthma caused by Brazil ginseng dust. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1991;88(5):731-736. PubMed

See these in context on the Suma monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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