Goldenseal Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Goldenseal Powder 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
Goldenseal Powder is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and diarrhea, colds and respiratory infections, sore throat and mouth sores.Based on those ingredients, 1,237 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Goldenseal powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Goldenseal Powder by BulkSupplements.com
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: goldenseal powder. There are no inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence we hold rates goldenseal as possibly ineffective for clearing urine drug tests. For acne, hay fever, anorexia nervosa, and chronic fatigue syndrome, we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Goldenseal is generally well tolerated in short-term use by healthy adults, but human safety data are limited. The main side effects from berberine (a compound in goldenseal) are digestive — abdominal pain or bloating, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and a bitter taste.
Headache is also possible. During pregnancy, goldenseal should be avoided; berberine may harm the fetus and could trigger contractions.
While breastfeeding, avoid it as well — berberine may pass into breast milk and harm the infant.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking goldenseal, double-check any medications metabolized by CYP3A4, CYP2D6, or CYP2C9 enzymes, as well as CNS depressants (sleeping pills, sedatives), blood pressure medications, anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs (blood thinners), and diabetes medications. Use the medication checker on this page with your specific drugs.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you take medications metabolized by your liver or any blood pressure, diabetes, or blood-thinning drugs, goldenseal isn't a straightforward add-on. Check your exact medications with the tool on this page first.
Pregnant women and those breastfeeding should not take it.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 22, 2024.
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 Goldenseal Powder, straight from the product label.
| Brand | BulkSupplements.com |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | X001Q5C8KT |
| Net contents | 250 Gram(s); 8.8 Ounce(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 22, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 312569 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Goldenseal Powder by BulkSupplements.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Goldenseal powder | 500 mg | -- |
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FDA Disclaimer Statement
Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.
Keep out of reach of children.
Formulation
Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 500 mg (about 1/5 tsp) once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician.
Storage
Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool place
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Goldenseal Powder by BulkSupplements.com
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Serving size500 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container500 Amounts shown are per serving.
Goldenseal powder
Interacts with1,237 drugs
Goldenseal is a popular North American herb that contains berberine, a compound studied for antimicrobial effects. However, strong human evidence for...
Goldenseal powder monograph & interactionsGoldenseal Powder by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Goldenseal Powder by BulkSupplements.com does interact with several medication categories.
The most serious concern is with drugs metabolized by your liver's CYP3A4 enzyme system — goldenseal can block this enzyme and raise levels of these medications in your blood, which may increase side effects. This includes many common drugs, from certain blood pressure and heart medications to immunosuppressants and some statins.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Goldenseal also affects other liver enzymes (CYP2D6 and CYP2C9), which metabolize a wide range of medications including some antidepressants, beta-blockers, and pain relievers. Additionally, it may increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants (sleeping pills, sedatives), raise the risk of low blood pressure (hypotension) when combined with blood pressure medications, increase bleeding risk with anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs, and raise the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) with diabetes medications.
There's also conflicting evidence about its effect on P-glycoprotein substrates, a large class of drugs that includes some cancer and heart medications.
Altogether, these interactions span 1,222 individual medications. Because goldenseal affects how your liver processes drugs, you'll want to run your exact medications through the checker on this page before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Goldenseal Powder interact with 1,237 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Goldenseal Powder interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Goldenseal powder
Ado-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, P-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + 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 Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Dextromethorphan (robitussin Dm, Others) +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Dextromethorphan (robitussin Dm, Others) +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Goldenseal Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal PowderCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Dextromethorphan (robitussin Dm, Others) +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Goldenseal Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Goldenseal Powder 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.
Goldenseal powder
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Goldenseal contains berberine. In vitro and animal research shows that berberine can inhibit platelet aggregation. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Goldenseal contains berberine. Clinical research shows that berberine can lower blood glucose levels. However, this effect has not been reported with goldenseal.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Goldenseal contains berberine. Animal research shows that berberine can have hypotensive effects. Also, an analysis of clinical research shows that taking berberine in combination with amlodipine can lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure when compared with amlodipine alone. However, this effect has not been reported with goldenseal.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Goldenseal contains berberine. Animal research shows that berberine can have sedative effects. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
In vitro research shows that goldenseal root extract can modestly inhibit CYP2C9. This effect may be due to its alkaloid constituents, hydrastine and berberine. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Clinical and in vitro research shows that goldenseal can significantly inhibit CYP2D6 enzymes, potentially increasing levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Cytochrome P450 2E1 (Cyp2E1) Substrates
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
In vitro research shows that goldenseal root extract can inhibit the activity of CYP2E1. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Most clinical and in vitro research shows that goldenseal inhibits CYP3A4 enzyme activity and increases serum levels of CYP3A4 substrates, such as midazolam. However, in one small clinical study, goldenseal did not affect the levels of indinavir, a CYP3A4 substrate, in healthy volunteers. This is likely due to the fact that indinavir has a high oral bioavailability, making it an inadequate probe for CYP3A4 interactions and/or that it is primarily metabolized by hepatic CYP3A, while goldenseal has more potential to inhibit intestinal CYP3A enzyme activity. Both goldenseal extract and its isolated constituents berberine and hydrastine inhibit CYP3A, with hydrastine possibly having more inhibitory potential than berberine.
Dextromethorphan (Robitussin Dm, Others)
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of dextromethorphan.
Goldenseal contains berberine. A small clinical study shows that berberine can inhibit cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) activity and reduce the metabolism of dextromethorphan.
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of digoxin, although this effect is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Clinical research shows that goldenseal modestly increases digoxin peak levels by about 14% in healthy volunteers. However, goldenseal does not seem to affect other pharmacokinetic parameters such as area under the curve (AUC). This suggests that goldenseal does not cause a clinically significant interaction with digoxin. Digoxin is a P-glycoprotein substrate. Some evidence suggests that goldenseal constituents might affect P-glycoprotein; however, it is unclear whether these constituents inhibit or induce P-glycoprotein.
Losartan (Cozaar)
Theoretically, goldenseal might decrease the conversion of losartan to its active form.
Goldenseal contains berberine. A small clinical study shows that berberine inhibits cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9) activity and reduces the metabolism of losartan. However, this effect has not been reported with goldenseal.
Metformin (Glucophage)
Theoretically, goldenseal might reduce blood levels of metformin.
In vitro research shows that goldenseal extract decreases the bioavailability of metformin, likely by interfering with transport, intestinal permeability, or other processes involved in metformin absorption. It is unclear which, if any, of metformin's transporters are inhibited by goldenseal. Goldenseal does not appear to alter the clearance or half-life of metformin.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase or decrease serum levels of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates.
There is conflicting evidence about the effect of goldenseal on P-gp. In vitro research suggests that berberine, a constituent of goldenseal, modestly inhibits P-gp efflux. Other evidence suggests that berberine induces P-gp. In healthy volunteers, goldenseal modestly increases peak levels of the P-gp substrate digoxin by about 14%. However, it does not seem to affect other pharmacokinetic parameters such as area under the curve (AUC). This suggests that goldenseal is not a potent inhibitor of P-gp-mediated drug efflux. Until more is known, goldenseal should be used cautiously with P-gp substrates.
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of pentobarbital.
Animal research shows that berberine, a constituent of goldenseal, can prolong pentobarbital-induced sleeping time. However, this effect has not been reported with goldenseal.
Tacrolimus (Prograf)
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of tacrolimus.
Goldenseal contains berberine. In a 16-year-old patient with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome who was being treated with tacrolimus 6.5 mg twice daily, intake of berberine 200 mg three times daily increased the blood concentration of tacrolimus from 8 to 22 ng/mL. Following a reduction of tacrolimus dosing to 3 mg daily, blood levels of tacrolimus decreased to 12 ng/mL.
Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)
Theoretically, goldenseal might reduce the therapeutic effects of oseltamivir by decreasing its conversion to its active form.
In vitro evidence suggests that goldenseal reduces the formation of the active compound from the prodrug oseltamivir. The mechanism of action and clinical relevance is unclear.
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The 34 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.
Goldenseal 34 references
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- Zhang, Y., Li, X., Zou, D., Liu, W., Yang, J., Zhu, N., Huo, L., Wang, M., Hong, J., Wu, P., Ren, G., and Ning, G. Treatment of type 2 diabetes and dyslipidemia with the natural plant alkaloid berberine. J Clin Endocrinol.Metab 2008;93(7):2559-2565. PubMed
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