Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Christopher's Original Formulas
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First and foremost: checking Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula 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
Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula is a dietary supplement by Christopher's Original Formulas with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for constipation, digestive support, skin conditions.Based on those ingredients, 740 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Cilantro, Yellow Dock, Bugleweed. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula by Christopher's Original Formulas
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
Low disclosure
Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula contains four active ingredients in a proprietary blend: yellow dock, lobelia, cilantro, and bugleweed. Yellow dock is traditionally used as a digestive aid and laxative; lobelia has historically been used for respiratory support, though smoking-cessation studies rate it as possibly ineffective; cilantro is used as a culinary spice with traditional digestive roles; and bugleweed is included for its historical use in supporting thyroid and metabolic function.
The capsule itself is made from plant-derived material.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for this formula's active ingredients is limited. Cilantro (coriander) has insufficient evidence to establish effectiveness for anorexia, anxiety, constipation, diabetes, diarrhea, or dyspepsia.
Lobelia is rated possibly ineffective for smoking cessation. Bugleweed's effectiveness for hyperthyroidism, insomnia, and premenstrual syndrome is also rated as insufficient evidence.
Yellow dock's effectiveness is not rated in our data. Because the product is formulated as a proprietary blend, we cannot confirm which ingredients are present in what amounts or how they work together.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
When prepared properly and taken in food amounts, yellow dock and cilantro are generally well tolerated. However, yellow dock contains oxalates, acts as a laxative, and should be used short-term and with care — raw leaves or rhizomes can cause serious effects including hypocalcemia and kidney stones.
Lobelia is notably toxic and can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, dizziness, and throat irritation at doses as low as 50 mg; at 600 mg or higher, toxicity symptoms include sweating, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, and potentially coma or death. Cilantro used in food amounts is safe, but concentrated medicinal doses lack sufficient safety data.
The formula is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding: yellow dock and lobelia are not considered safe in pregnancy; lobelia is likely unsafe during nursing; bugleweed may reduce milk production; and cilantro pregnancy/breastfeeding safety data is not on file.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Before taking this formula, check with your pharmacist if you take diuretics (water pills), digoxin (Lanoxin), warfarin (Coumadin) or other blood thinners, lithium, CNS depressants (sleep aids, anxiety medications), blood pressure drugs, photosensitizing medications, diabetes medications, or thyroid hormone replacement. The interactions span multiple drug categories and severity levels, with some rated Major.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This formula carries significant interaction risks with heart, thyroid, and blood-pressure medications, as well as with blood thinners, lithium, and diabetes drugs — it's essential to check your exact medications with the tool on this page before starting. Lobelia's toxicity profile and the limited evidence for the formula's effectiveness means this isn't a choice to make lightly.
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about whether it's right for you, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or take any prescription medications.
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Assessment coverage: 4 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 25, 2019.
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 Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Christopher's Original Formulas |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 084783891468 |
| Net contents | 100 Vegetarian Cap(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 25, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 200312 |
| 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 Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula by Christopher's Original Formulas, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 800 mg | -- |
| Yellow Dock | 0 NP | -- |
| Lobelia | 0 NP | -- |
| Cilantro | 0 NP | -- |
| Bugleweed | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: plant-derived Capsule
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules three times daily, or as directed by your health care professional.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place.
Precautions
Warning: Do not use during pregnancy, or while nursing, except as directed by your health care professional.
Brand IP Statement(s)
2010 Wholistic Botanicals L.L.C. All Rights Reserved
John R. Christopher
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
400 mg each
Formulation
No added fillers or chemicals.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
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Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula by Christopher's Original Formulas label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula by Christopher's Original Formulas
These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container50 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Proprietary Blend
- › Yellow Dock
- › Lobelia
- › Cilantro
- › Bugleweed
Other (inactive) ingredients: Plant-derived Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula by Christopher's Original Formulas Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula by Christopher's Original Formulas has interactions documented with a number of medication types.
The most serious concern is yellow dock, one of the formula's ingredients, which carries a Major-severity interaction with diuretic drugs — it may increase potassium loss (hypokalemia) when taken together, especially with long-term or high-dose use of either substance.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Yellow dock also has a Major-severity interaction with digoxin (Lanoxin), a heart medication; low potassium from yellow dock could increase the toxic effects of digoxin. The same ingredient interacts with warfarin (Coumadin), a blood thinner, with Moderate severity — the laxative effect of yellow dock may increase bleeding risk by raising your INR (international normalized ratio).
Lobelia, another ingredient, has a Moderate interaction with lithium, where its diuretic properties might increase lithium levels in your body and require a dose adjustment.
Cilantro brings Moderate interactions with CNS depressants (which may add sedation), antihypertensive drugs (blood pressure medications, which could lower it further), photosensitizing drugs (increasing sun sensitivity), and antidiabetes drugs (which could increase the risk of low blood sugar). Bugleweed has a Moderate interaction with thyroid hormone replacement — it may reduce how well the hormone works.
Altogether, these interactions span 736 individual medications. Please use the medication checker below to confirm whether you're on any of these drug types before starting this formula.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula interact with 740 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
4 of the 4 ingredients in Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Cilantro Yellow Dock Bugleweed Lobelia
Acetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Pamabrom, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength PMS, Pamprin, Pamprin ES
How Acetaminophen, Pamabrom, Pyrilamine interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Acetaminophen, Pamabrom, Pyrilamine interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Acetazolamide interactionCilantroCns Depressants, Photosensitizing Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Cilantro + Acetazolamide interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmmonium ChlorideAmmonium Chloride
How Ammonium Chloride interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Ammonium Chloride interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Ammonium Chloride interactionAtenolol, ChlortalidoneAtenixCo, Tenoret 50, Totaretic
How Atenolol, Chlortalidone interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Atenolol, Chlortalidone interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Atenolol, Chlortalidone interactionAtenolol, ChlorthalidoneTenoretic
How Atenolol, Chlorthalidone interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Atenolol, Chlorthalidone interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Atenolol, Chlorthalidone interactionAzilsartan, ChlorthalidoneEdarbyclor
How Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interactionBenazepril, HydrochlorothiazideLotensin HCT
How Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionBendroflumethiazideAprinox, Naturetin, Neo-NaClex
How Bendroflumethiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Bendroflumethiazide interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Bendroflumethiazide interactionBendroflumethiazide, NadololCorzide
How Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interactionBendroflumethiazide, PotassiumCentyl K, Neo-NaClex-K
How Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interactionBendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia SerpentinaRauzide
How Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interactionBenzthiazideExna
How Benzthiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Benzthiazide interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Benzthiazide interactionBisoprolol, HydrochlorothiazideZiac
How Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionBumetanideBurinex
How Bumetanide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Bumetanide interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Bumetanide interactionBumetanide, PotassiumBurinex K
How Bumetanide, Potassium interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Bumetanide, Potassium interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Bumetanide, Potassium interactionCaffeine, Potassium Salicylate, SalicylamideTrim-Elim
How Caffeine, Potassium Salicylate, Salicylamide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Caffeine, Potassium Salicylate, Salicylamide interactionCandesartan Cilexetil, HydrochlorothiazideAtacand HCT
How Candesartan Cilexetil, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Candesartan Cilexetil, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Candesartan Cilexetil, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCaptopril, HydrochlorothiazideAcezide, Capozide
How Captopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Captopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Captopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionChlorothiazideDiuril
How Chlorothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Chlorothiazide interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Chlorothiazide interactionChlorothiazide, MethyldopaAldochlor, Aldoclor 150, Aldoclor 250
How Chlorothiazide, Methyldopa interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Chlorothiazide, Methyldopa interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Chlorothiazide, Methyldopa interactionChlorothiazide, ReserpineDiupres
How Chlorothiazide, Reserpine interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Chlorothiazide, Reserpine interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Chlorothiazide, Reserpine interactionChlorthalidoneHygroton, Thalitone
How Chlorthalidone interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Chlorthalidone interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Chlorthalidone interactionChlorthalidone, ClonidineClorpres, Combipres
How Chlorthalidone, Clonidine interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Chlorthalidone, Clonidine interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Chlorthalidone, Clonidine interactionCryptenamine, MethyclothiazideDiutensen
How Cryptenamine, Methyclothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Cryptenamine, Methyclothiazide interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Cryptenamine, Methyclothiazide interactionCyclothiazideAnhydron, Fluidil
How Cyclothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Cyclothiazide interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Cyclothiazide interactionDeserpidine, HydrochlorothiazideOreticyl, Oreticyl Forte
How Deserpidine, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Deserpidine, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCilantroAntihypertensive Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Deserpidine, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionDeserpidine, MethyclothiazideEnduronyl, Enduronyl Forte
How Deserpidine, Methyclothiazide interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDiuretic Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Deserpidine, Methyclothiazide interactionCilantroPhotosensitizing Drugs, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Cilantro + Deserpidine, Methyclothiazide interactionDigoxinDigitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin
How Digoxin interacts with Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yellow DockDigoxin (lanoxin) Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of digoxin toxicity when used long-term or in large amount.
Read the full Yellow Dock + Digoxin interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Cilantro
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Evidence from animal research suggests that coriander fruit and coriander extract can reduce blood glucose levels. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Evidence from animal research suggests that coriander fruit can lower blood pressure.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Evidence from animal research suggests that coriander fruit extract has sedative effects.
Photosensitizing Drugs
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Evidence from in vitro research suggests that coriandrin, a constituent of coriander, has photosensitizing effects.
Yellow Dock
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of digoxin toxicity when used long-term or in large amount.
When yellow dock is used chronically or in large amounts, hypokalemia may occur. This might increase the toxic effects of digoxin.
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
When yellow dock is used chronically or in large amounts, hypokalemia may occur, and overuse of yellow dock might compound diuretic-induced potassium loss.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, the laxative effects of yellow dock might increase the effects of warfarin, including the risk of bleeding.
The anthraquinones in yellow dock have a mild stimulant laxative effect. Consuming excessive amounts can cause diarrhea. Diarrhea can increase the effects of warfarin, increase international normalized ratio (INR), and increase the risk of bleeding.
Bugleweed
Thyroid Hormone
Theoretically, bugleweed may alter thyroid function.
Concomitant use of bugleweed may reduce the effects of thyroid hormones by blocking peripheral conversion of thyroxine (T4) to triiodothyronine (T3).
Lobelia
Lithium
Lobelia is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, lobelia might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula, from the product label.
Christopher's Original Formulas
See all Christopher's Original Formulas products- Name
- Wholistic Botanicals L.L.C.
- City
- Spanish Fork
- State
- UT
- ZipCode
- 84660
- Phone Number
- 1-800-453-1406
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Yellow Dock
Interacts with 78 drugsYellow dock is a traditional herb used mostly as a mild laxative and a digestive and skin tonic. Good-quality human studies are lacking, so its benefits are largely unproven, and its natural...
Read the full Yellow Dock monograph → Herb & supplement monographLobelia
Interacts with 1 drugLobelia is a traditional herb once used for breathing problems and to help people quit smoking, but reliable evidence supporting these uses is lacking. It can be toxic in higher amounts, cau...
Read the full Lobelia monograph → Herb & supplement monographCoriander
Interacts with 717 drugsCoriander (also called cilantro) is a common cooking herb and spice that has long been used in traditional medicine for digestive complaints. As a food it is generally safe for most people,...
Read the full Coriander monograph → Herb & supplement monographBugleweed
Interacts with 16 drugsBugleweed is a traditional herb most often used for mild overactive thyroid symptoms and the rapid heartbeat that can come with it, but high-quality human evidence is very limited. Because i...
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Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula'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 30 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.
Yellow Dock 8 references
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
- Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs and Related Remedies. 3rd ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1993.
- The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Ellenhorn MJ, et al. Ellenhorn's Medical Toxicology: Diagnoses and Treatment of Human Poisoning. 2nd ed. Baltimore, MD: Williams & Wilkins, 1997.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
- Latif A, Fichadiya H, Abid F, Capo G. Herbal Teas and Thrombocytopenia: A Curious Case of Yellow Dock and Burdock-Induced Thrombocytopenia. Eur J Case Rep Intern Med 2022;9(3):003247. PubMed
Lobelia 6 references
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- McChargue DE, Collins FL Jr, Cohen LM. Effect of non-nicotinic moist snuff replacement and lobeline on withdrawal symptoms during 48-h smokeless tobacco deprivation. Nicotine Tob Res 2002;4:195-200. PubMed
- Stead LF, Hughes JR. Lobeline for smoking cessation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;2:CD000124. PubMed
- Plakun, A. L., Ambrus, J., Bross, I., Graham, S., Levin, M. L., and Ross, C. A. Clinical factors in smoking withdrawal: preliminary report. Am J Public Health Nations.Health 1966;56(3):434-441. PubMed
Coriander 12 references
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
- Swanston-Flatt SK, Day C, Bailey CJ, Flatt PR. Traditional plant treatments for diabetes. Studies in normal and streptozotocin diabetic mice. Diabetologia 1990;33:462-4. PubMed
- Gray, A. M. and Flatt, P. R. Insulin-releasing and insulin-like activity of the traditional anti-diabetic plant Coriandrum sativum (coriander). Br.J Nutr. 1999;81(3):203-209.
- Kanerva, L. and Soini, M. Occupational protein contact dermatitis from coriander. Contact Dermatitis 2001;45(6):354-355. PubMed
- Emamghoreishi, M., Khasaki, M., and Aazam, M. F. Coriandrum sativum: evaluation of its anxiolytic effect in the elevated plus-maze. J Ethnopharmacol. 1-15-2005;96(3):365-370. PubMed
- Ebo, D. G., Bridts, C. H., Mertens, M. H., and Stevens, W. J. Coriander anaphylaxis in a spice grinder with undetected occupational allergy. Acta Clin Belg. 2006;61(3):152-156. PubMed
- Eidi, M., Eidi, A., Saeidi, A., Molanaei, S., Sadeghipour, A., Bahar, M., and Bahar, K. Effect of coriander seed (Coriandrum sativum L.) ethanol extract on insulin release from pancreatic beta cells in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Phytother.Res
- Jabeen, Q., Bashir, S., Lyoussi, B., and Gilani, A. H. Coriander fruit exhibits gut modulatory, blood pressure lowering and diuretic activities. J Ethnopharmacol. 2-25-2009;122(1):123-130. PubMed
- van Toorenenbergen, A. W. and Dieges, P. H. Immunoglobulin E antibodies against coriander and other spices. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 1985;76(3):477-481. PubMed
- Ashwood-Smith, M. J., Warrington, P. J., Jenkins, M., Ceska, O., and Romaniuk, P. J. Photobiological properties of a novel, naturally occurring furoisocoumarin, coriandrin. Photochem.Photobiol. 1989;50(6):745-751. PubMed
- Sastre, J., Olmo, M., Novalvos, A., Ibanez, D., and Lahoz, C. Occupational asthma due to different spices. Allergy 1996;51(2):117-120. PubMed
- Beikert FC, Anastasiadou Z, Fritzen B, Frank U, Augustin M. Topical treatment of tinea pedis using 6% coriander oil in unguentum leniens: a randomized, controlled, comparative pilot study. Dermatology. 2013;226(1):47-51. PubMed
Bugleweed 4 references
- Blumenthal M, ed. The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
- Schulz V, Hansel R, Tyler VE. Rational Phytotherapy: A Physician's Guide to Herbal Medicine. Terry C. Telger, transl. 3rd ed. Berlin, GER: Springer, 1998.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
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