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Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Christopher's Original Formulas

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

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.

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.

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What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 4 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (800 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

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
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

The label doesn't state a purpose we can grade — see each ingredient's own graded uses on its monograph instead.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

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.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Yellow Dock Lobelia Coriander Bugleweed

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 3 of the 4 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 4 of 4.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 4 of 4.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

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.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Yellow Dock Lobelia Coriander Bugleweed

Meds to double-check

Major interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Major identified

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

Why this rating?
  • 4 of the 4 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Coriander, Bugleweed, Lobelia, Yellow Dock.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications; heart-rhythm medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 740 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

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.

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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

At a glance

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

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
50
UPC/BARCODE
084783891468
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Blend800 mg--
Yellow Dock0 NP--
Lobelia0 NP--
Cilantro0 NP--
Bugleweed0 NP--

Other ingredients: plant-derived Capsule

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Label statements
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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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What’s inside

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

800 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Plant-derived Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula by Christopher's Original Formulas Drug Interactions

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76 Major 664 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Cilantro 717

Each 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.

Cilantro4 drug types · 717 drugs

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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D

Yellow Dock3 drug types · 78 drugs

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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D

Bugleweed1 drug type · 16 drugs

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).

Likelihood Probable Evidence D

Lobelia1 drug type · 1 drug

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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula, from the product label.

Christopher's Original Formulas

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Name
Wholistic Botanicals L.L.C.
City
Spanish Fork
State
UT
ZipCode
84660
Phone Number
1-800-453-1406
Web Address
www.drchristopher.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula by Christopher's Original Formulas: Common Questions

Does Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula by Christopher's Original Formulas interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula has a known interaction with 740 medications, including 76 rated major. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Heavy Mineral Bugleweed Formula contains 4 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this if I'm on a blood thinner like warfarin?
No, not without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first. Yellow dock in this formula has a documented Moderate interaction with warfarin — its laxative effect can increase your bleeding risk by raising your INR. This needs professional oversight.
What is lobelia, and why is it in here?
Lobelia is an herb historically used for respiratory support, though studies show it's possibly ineffective for smoking cessation. The concern is that lobelia is toxic — it can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, and at high doses, serious effects like low blood pressure and heart problems. Caution is strongly advised.
Is it safe to take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. Yellow dock and lobelia are not considered safe in pregnancy; lobelia is likely unsafe. Bugleweed may reduce milk production during nursing, and its safety data in pregnancy is insufficient. Talk with your doctor before considering this formula if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Does this formula actually work?
The evidence isn't established for its individual ingredients. Cilantro has insufficient evidence for digestive or metabolic effects; lobelia is rated possibly ineffective for smoking cessation; and bugleweed's effectiveness for thyroid or sleep issues is not yet proven in our data.
What are the most common side effects?
Yellow dock and cilantro are generally well tolerated in normal amounts, though yellow dock acts as a laxative and can cause digestive upset. Lobelia is the concern — it can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, and throat irritation even at low doses, and toxic effects at higher doses.
Can I take this with my blood pressure medication?
Probably not without professional advice. Cilantro in this formula has a Moderate interaction with blood pressure drugs and may lower your pressure further. Your doctor needs to know if you're considering it.

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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
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. 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.
  3. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  4. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  5. Ellenhorn MJ, et al. Ellenhorn's Medical Toxicology: Diagnoses and Treatment of Human Poisoning. 2nd ed. Baltimore, MD: Williams & Wilkins, 1997.
  6. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  7. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  8. 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

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Lobelia 6 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  3. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  4. 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
  5. Stead LF, Hughes JR. Lobeline for smoking cessation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;2:CD000124. PubMed
  6. 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

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Coriander 12 references
  1. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. Kanerva, L. and Soini, M. Occupational protein contact dermatitis from coriander. Contact Dermatitis 2001;45(6):354-355. PubMed
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. Sastre, J., Olmo, M., Novalvos, A., Ibanez, D., and Lahoz, C. Occupational asthma due to different spices. Allergy 1996;51(2):117-120. PubMed
  12. 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

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Bugleweed 4 references
  1. Blumenthal M, ed. The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
  2. 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.
  3. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  4. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.

See these in context on the Bugleweed monograph →

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