Grapeseed Extract 250 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Grapeseed Extract 250 mg 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
Grapeseed Extract 250 mg is a dietary supplement by Herbal Secrets with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, heart and circulation health, vein problems (such as varicose veins).Based on those ingredients, 910 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Grapeseed extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Grapeseed Extract 250 mg by Herbal Secrets
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What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: grapeseed extract, 250 mg per capsule. Grapeseed extract comes from the seeds of grapes and contains compounds called proanthocyanidins.
The capsule itself is made from gelatin, with magnesium stearate and silicon dioxide added as inactive ingredients to aid manufacturing and flow.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence supports grapeseed extract as possibly effective for chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)—a condition where blood pools in the legs, causing swelling and discomfort. For other uses listed here—chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, hay fever, and weight loss—the evidence does not support effectiveness.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Grapeseed extract appears generally well tolerated. The most common side effects from oral use are mild: abdominal pain, diarrhea, dry mouth, indigestion, headache, joint pain, and nausea.
Anaphylaxis to grape skin is rare but has been reported. During pregnancy, grapes as food are fine, but concentrated supplements should be avoided due to limited safety data.
While breastfeeding, there isn't enough information on concentrated grape supplements, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in that situation.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check before taking if you use blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin, clopidogrel, or aspirin), cyclosporine, midazolam, or any medications processed by your liver's CYP1A2, CYP2D6, CYP2E1, or CYP3A4 systems. Long-term use may reduce how well some of these drugs work.
Confirm with your own pharmacist or doctor whether this product is safe alongside your specific medications.
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 have chronic venous insufficiency and aren't on blood thinners or medications metabolized by your liver's CYP enzymes, grapeseed extract may be worth discussing with your doctor. If you take anticoagulants, cyclosporine, midazolam, or other prescription drugs, check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting—the interaction risk is real.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Talk it over with your healthcare provider first.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 21, 2023.
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 Grapeseed Extract 250 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Secrets |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 810180022590 |
| Net contents | 120 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 21, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 282829 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Grapeseed Extract 250 mg by Herbal Secrets, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Grapeseed extract | 250 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Formula
Herbal Secrets Grapeseed Extract is derived from the ground-up seeds of grapes. Grapeseed Extract is rich in resveratrol and unique antioxidants. These antioxidants may help to strengthen the immune system, increase intracellular vitamin C levels to strengthen capillaries, protect the blood vessel walls from inflammatory stress, and may improve blood oxygen circulation throughout the body. When taken regularly, Grapeseed Extract may help to protect soft tissue collagen in the joints and skin from free radical damage.
Rich in resveratrol & antioxidants
Precautions
Caution: For adults only.
Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medication(s), planning any medical procedure or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
General Statements
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Formulation
100% Natural
Supports cardiovascular & circulatory health Supports brain function & immune health Promotes cell health & healthy aging
Contains no: preservatives, artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners, sugar, starch, milk, lactose, soy, gluten, wheat, yeast, fish or sodium.
Seals/Symbols
Made in the USA
Good Manufacturing Practice GMP Quality Product
FDA Statement of Identity
Natural Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, adults take one (1) capsule daily, preferably with a meal or as directed by a health care professional.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
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.
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Grapeseed Extract 250 mg by Herbal Secrets label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Grapeseed Extract 250 mg by Herbal Secrets
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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Grapeseed extract
Interacts with910 drugs
Grapes and grape products like grape seed extract contain antioxidant compounds such as resveratrol and proanthocyanidins that may support heart and b...
Grapeseed extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Grapeseed Extract 250 mg by Herbal Secrets Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Herbal Secrets Grapeseed Extract can interact with multiple medication types through its single active ingredient.
The most serious documented concern is with blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (anticoagulants/antiplatelets)—grape seed extract may increase bleeding risk if you're already on these medications.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Beyond that, the ingredient affects how your liver processes several classes of drugs. It may change levels of medications broken down by CYP2D6 and CYP2E1 enzymes, and the picture with CYP3A4 substrates is unclear—research suggests it could go either way.
There's also a specific concern with cyclosporine (an immunosuppressant), where grape juice has been shown in a small study to reduce absorption by up to 30%, and with long-term use potentially decreasing midazolam (a sedative) effectiveness. Phenacetin, an older pain reliever, may also be affected.
These interactions span 911 individual medications. We could not check every drug you take against this product, so run your exact prescription and over-the-counter medications through the interaction checker on this page before you start.
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The ingredients in Grapeseed Extract 250 mg interact with 910 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Grapeseed Extract 250 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Grapeseed extract
AzilsartanEdarbi
How Azilsartan interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Azilsartan interactionAzilsartan, ChlorthalidoneEdarbyclor
How Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interactionBupivacaine, MeloxicamZynrelef Kit
How Bupivacaine, Meloxicam interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Bupivacaine, Meloxicam interactionCelecoxibCelebrex, Elyxyb
How Celecoxib interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Celecoxib interactionFlurbiprofenAnsaid, Flurbiprofen, Flurprofen, Froben, Froben SR, Ocufen
How Flurbiprofen interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Flurbiprofen interactionFluvastatinLescol, Lescol XL
How Fluvastatin interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Fluvastatin interactionFosphenytoinCerebyx
How Fosphenytoin interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Fosphenytoin interactionFosphenytoin SodiumSesquient
How Fosphenytoin Sodium interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Fosphenytoin Sodium interactionGliclazideDiamicron
How Gliclazide interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Gliclazide interactionGlimepirideAmaryl
How Glimepiride interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Glimepiride interactionGlipizideGlucotrol, Glucotrol XL
How Glipizide interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Glipizide interactionGlipizide, MetforminMetaglip
How Glipizide, Metformin interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Glipizide, Metformin interactionGlyburideAlbert Glyburide, Diabeta, Glycron, Glynase, Glynase PresTab, Micronase +1 more
How Glyburide interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Glyburide interactionGlyburide, MetforminGlucovance
How Glyburide, Metformin interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Glyburide, Metformin interactionHydrochlorothiazide, IrbesartanAvalide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interactionHydrochlorothiazide, ValsartanDiovan HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Valsartan interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Hydrochlorothiazide, Valsartan interactionIndomethacinIndo-Lemmon, Indocin, Indocin SR, Indomethagan, Tivorbex
How Indomethacin interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Indomethacin interactionIrbesartanAprovel, Avapro
How Irbesartan interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Irbesartan interactionIrbesartan, HydrochlorothiazideCoAprovel
How Irbesartan, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Irbesartan, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionLesinuradZurampic
How Lesinurad interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Lesinurad interactionLesinurad, AllopurinolDuzallo
How Lesinurad, Allopurinol interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Lesinurad, Allopurinol interactionLumiracoxibPrexige
How Lumiracoxib interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Lumiracoxib interactionMefenamic AcidPonstel
How Mefenamic Acid interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Mefenamic Acid interactionMeloxicamAnjeso, Mobic, Qmiiz ODT, Vivlodex
How Meloxicam interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Meloxicam interactionMephenytoinMesantoin
How Mephenytoin interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Mephenytoin interactionMetformin, RosiglitazoneAvandamet
How Metformin, Rosiglitazone interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Metformin, Rosiglitazone interactionMontelukast SodiumSingulair
How Montelukast Sodium interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Montelukast Sodium interactionNateglinideStarlix
How Nateglinide interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Nateglinide interactionPhenobarbital, PhenytoinDilantin with PB
How Phenobarbital, Phenytoin interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Phenobarbital, Phenytoin interactionPhenytoinDi-Phen, Dilantin, Dilantin Infatabs, Dilantin injection, Dilantin Kapseals, Phenytek
How Phenytoin interacts with Grapeseed Extract 250 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grapeseed ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grapeseed Extract + Phenytoin interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Grapeseed Extract 250 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.
Grapeseed extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, grape extracts may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro evidence suggests that grape extracts might decrease platelet aggregation.
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
Ingesting grape juice with cyclosporine can reduce cyclosporine absorption.
A small pharmacokinetic study in healthy young adults shows that intake of purple grape juice 200 mL along with cyclosporine can decrease the absorption of cyclosporine by up to 30% when compared with water. Separate doses of grape juice and cyclosporine by at least 2 hours to avoid this interaction.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
A small pharmacokinetic study in healthy adults shows that ingestion of 200 mL of grape juice decreases phenacetin plasma levels. This is thought to be due to induction of CYP1A2.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, grape seed extract may increase the levels of CYP2D6 substrates.
In vitro evidence suggests that grape seed extract might inhibit CYP2D6 enzymes. However, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2E1 (Cyp2E1) Substrates
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
In vitro and animal research suggests that grape seed proanthocyanidin extract inhibits CYP2E1 enzymes. However, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
In vitro evidence suggests that grape seed extract might inhibit CYP3A4 enzymes. However, evidence from animal research shows that grape seed extract may induce CYP3A4 in the liver. So far, these interactions have not been reported in humans.
Midazolam (Versed)
Theoretically, long-term intake of grape seed extract might decrease the effects of midazolam.
Animal research shows that subchronic ingestions of grape seed extract can increase the elimination of intravenous midazolam by increasing hepatic CYP3A4 activity. Single doses of grape seed extract do not appear to affect midazolam elimination.
Phenacetin
Grape juice might decrease phenacetin absorption.
A small pharmacokinetic study in healthy adults shows that ingestion of 200 mL of grape juice decreases phenacetin plasma levels. This is thought to be due to induction of cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2).
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
In vitro evidence shows that grape seed extract or grape juice might inhibit CYP2C9 enzymes. However, a small pharmacokinetic study in healthy adults shows that drinking 8 ounces of grape juice once does not affect the clearance of flurbiprofen, a probe-drug for CYP2C9 metabolism. The effects of continued grape juice consumption are unclear.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Grapeseed Extract 250 mg, from the product label.
Herbal Secrets
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- Jersey City
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- 07310
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Grapeseed Extract 250 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.
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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.
Grape 34 references
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- Xiao Dong S, Zhi Ping Z, Zhong Xiao W, et al. Possible enhancement of the first-pass metabolism of phenacetin by ingestion of grape juice in Chinese subjects. Br J Clin Pharmacol 1999;48:638-40. PubMed
- Vaswani SK, Hamilton RG, Carey RN, et al. Anaphylaxis recurrent urticaria and angioedema from grape hypersensitivity. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1998;101:S31.
- Chevallier A. The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants. London, UK: Dorling Kindersley, Ltd., 1996.
- Bernstein DI, Bernstein CK, Deng C, et al. Evaluation of the clinical efficacy and safety of grapeseed extract in the treatment of fall seasonal allergic rhinitis: a pilot study. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 2002;88:272-8.. PubMed
- Greenblatt DJ, von Moltke LL, Perloff ES, et al. Interaction of flurbiprofen with cranberry juice, grape juice, tea, and fluconazole: in vitro and clinical studies. Clin Pharmacol Ther 2006;79:125-33. PubMed
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- Ray, S. D., Parikh, H., Hickey, E., Bagchi, M., and Bagchi, D. Differential effects of IH636 grape seed proanthocyanidin extract and a DNA repair modulator 4-aminobenzamide on liver microsomal cytochrome 4502E1-dependent aniline hydroxylation. Mol Cell B PubMed
- O'Byrne, D. J., Devaraj, S., Grundy, S. M., and Jialal, I. Comparison of the antioxidant effects of Concord grape juice flavonoids alpha-tocopherol on markers of oxidative stress in healthy adults. Am J Clin.Nutr. 2002;76(6):1367-1374.
- Schaefer, E., Peil, H., Ambrosetti, L., and Petrini, O. Oedema protective properties of the red vine leaf extract AS 195 (Folia vitis viniferae) in the treatment of chronic venous insufficiency. A 6-week observational clinical trial. Arzneimittelforschun PubMed
- Nishikawa, M., Ariyoshi, N., Kotani, A., Ishii, I., Nakamura, H., Nakasa, H., Ida, M., Nakamura, H., Kimura, N., Kimura, M., Hasegawa, A., Kusu, F., Ohmori, S., Nakazawa, K., and Kitada, M. Effects of continuous ingestion of green tea or grape seed extra
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