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Iodomere Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by SP Standard Process

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Tablet Or Pill Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Iodomere 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.

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The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Iodomere is a dietary supplement by SP Standard Process with 7 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for preventing iodine deficiency, supporting thyroid hormone production, general energy and metabolism support.Based on those ingredients, 823 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Echinacea angustifolia, Iodine, Bovine Liver. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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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 1 of its 7 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (364 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Iodomere contains 7 ingredients, with iodine as the primary active component, plus two forms of echinacea (angustifolia and purpurea), carrot, bovine liver, sweet potato, and green-lipped mussel. These work together as a proprietary blend designed to support iodine status and general wellness.

The product also contains inactive ingredients—honey, prolamine iodine (a form of iodine), and calcium stearate (a binder).

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Thyroid and immune health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Iodine deficiency, Hyperthyroidism, Thyroid cancer, Thyroid storm, Radiation exposure, Influenza — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Iodine is rated "Likely Effective" for Radiation exposure (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Iodine is rated "Likely Effective" for Iodine deficiency.
  • Also on file: Iodine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Thyroid storm.

Iodine in this product is likely effective for preventing and treating iodine deficiency and for protecting the thyroid after radiation exposure. It's possibly effective for oral inflammation (mucositis) and gum disease (periodontitis), though the evidence for those uses is less established.

The other active ingredients—echinacea, carrot, bovine liver, sweet potato, and green-lipped mussel—have insufficient evidence or no reliable evidence for the conditions we checked in our data. We don't hold effectiveness ratings for how they may work together in this blend.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Iodine Liver Extract Carrot Echinacea New Zealand Green-lipped Mussel

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 5 of the 5 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 5 of 5.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 5 of 5.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Iodine is well tolerated when taken in normal dietary amounts, but high doses can cause thyroid problems and acne-like skin lesions (iododerma). Most common side effects include nausea, headache, diarrhea, and a metallic taste.

Rare but serious reactions—anaphylaxis and other hypersensitivity symptoms—have been reported. Echinacea is generally well tolerated short-term but can trigger allergic reactions, especially in people sensitive to ragweed and related plants like daisies and marigolds.

Rare cases of echinacea-induced liver damage (hepatitis) have been reported. Carrot as food is safe for most people; concentrated supplements are less studied.

Green-lipped mussel is generally well tolerated but poses a risk for anyone with shellfish allergy; common side effects include abdominal pain, acid reflux, and diarrhea. Rare cases of liver injury (hepatitis) have been reported with a specific mussel extract.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Iodine Liver Extract Carrot Echinacea New Zealand Green-lipped Mussel

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 3 of the 5 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Iodine, Echinacea, Liver Extract.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; lithium.
  • For scale: 824 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 Iodomere, double-check with your pharmacist if you take lithium, antithyroid drugs, amiodarone, drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes (including caffeine-containing products), CYP3A4 substrates (a large group including many heart, HIV, and cancer drugs), immunosuppressants, etoposide, or warfarin. These are the medication types with documented interactions; the severity ranges from Moderate to Minor depending on the specific drug.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Iodomere may suit someone looking to address iodine deficiency or support thyroid health after radiation exposure, especially if they eat little iodized salt or seafood. If you take lithium, antithyroid drugs, amiodarone, or any medication metabolized by your liver (a large group that includes heart, HIV, and cancer drugs), check with your pharmacist before starting—the interactions are real and can affect how your medications work.

Anyone allergic to ragweed, daisies, or shellfish should also talk to their pharmacist first.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 6 of 7 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 25, 2025.

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 Iodomere, straight from the product label.

Brand SP Standard Process
Barcode (UPC) 812122011129
Net contents 90 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2025
DSLD ID 340254
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Iodomere by SP Standard Process, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
812122011129
IngredientAmount% DV
Iodine200 mcg133%
Proprietary Blend364 mg--
Bovine Liver0 NP--
Carrot0 NP--
Echinacea angustifolia0 NP--
Sweet Potato0 NP--
Green-Lipped Mussel0 NP--
Echinacea purpurea0 NP--

Other ingredients: Honey, Prolamine Iodine, Calcium Stearate

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Label statements
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Formulation

Thyroid & Immune Health

GF (Gluten free)

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: One tablet per day, or as directed.

General Statements

Whole Food Supplements Since 1929

Precautions

Caution: Please consult your health care professional if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any antithyroid medicines.

Caution in using this product if allergic to plants of the daisy family.

Keep out of reach of children.

This product is processed in a facility that manufactures other products containing soy, milk, egg, wheat, peanut, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish.

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 any disease.

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Iodomere by SP Standard Process label

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Iodomere label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Iodomere by SP Standard Process

These are the 7 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container90 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.

Iodine

Interacts with
7 drugs
200 mcg per serving

Iodine is an essential mineral your body needs to make thyroid hormones, and most people get enough from iodized salt, dairy, and seafood. Supplements...

Iodine monograph & interactions

Proprietary Blend

364 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Honey, Prolamine Iodine, Calcium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Iodomere by SP Standard Process Drug Interactions

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823Drugs
821 Moderate 2 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Echinacea angustifolia 816
Iodine 7
Bovine Liver 3

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Iodomere interact with 823 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

3 of the 7 ingredients in Iodomere interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Echinacea angustifolia Iodine Bovine Liver

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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Echinacea angustifolia12 drug types · 816 drugs

Caffeine

Echinacea can increase plasma levels of caffeine by inhibiting its metabolism.
Echinacea seems to increase plasma concentrations of caffeine by around 30%. This is likely due to inhibition of cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) by echinacea.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Echinacea might inhibit the metabolism of CYP1A2 and increase plasma levels of some drugs.
Echinacea appears to inhibit CYP1A2 enzymes in humans. Additionally, echinacea seems to increase plasma concentrations of caffeine, a CYP1A2 substrate, by around 30%. Theoretically, echinacea might increase levels of other drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Echinacea may induce hepatic CYP3A4 and inhibit intestinal CYP3A4. This may increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Several clinical trials have shown that taking echinacea for up to one month does not significantly affect the metabolism of various CYP3A4 substrates, including midazolam, docetaxel, etravirine, lopinavir-ritonavir, and darunavir-ritonavir. However, other clinical research shows that echinacea may increase the clearance of midazolam, suggesting that echinacea might induce CYP3A4. The discrepancy is thought to be due to differing effects of echinacea on intestinal versus hepatic CYP3A4 enzymes. Echinacea appears to induce hepatic CYP3A4 but inhibit intestinal CYP3A4. In some cases, these effects might cancel each other out, but in others, drug levels may be increased or decreased depending on the level of effect at hepatic and intestinal sites. The effect of echinacea on CYP3A4 activity may differ depending on the CYP3A4 substrate.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Etoposide (Vepesid)

Echinacea may increase levels of etoposide.
In one report, concomitant use of etoposide and echinacea was associated with more severe thrombocytopenia than the use of etoposide alone, suggesting inhibition of etoposide metabolism. Etoposide is a cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) substrate. Echinacea has variable effects on CYP3A4, but some studies have reported inhibition of the enzyme.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Echinacea has immunostimulant activity which may interfere with immunosuppressant therapy.
Theoretically, echinacea may interfere with immunosuppressant therapy because of its immunostimulant activity.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Darunavir (Prezista)

Theoretically, echinacea may interfere with the metabolism of darunavir; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Darunavir is metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) and is administered with the CYP3A4 inhibitor ritonavir to increase its plasma concentrations. Echinacea has variable effects on CYP3A4, but administration of an E. purpurea root extract (Arkocapsulas Echinacea, Arkopharma) 500 mg four times daily for 14 days did not affect darunavir/ritonavir pharmacokinetics in 15 HIV-infected patients.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Dayquil Severe

Echinacea is reported to have varying effects on a number of Cytochrome P450 metabolizing enzymes in the liver, including CYP1A2 and CYP3A4, which play a role in acetaminophen and dextromethorphan metabolism (both contained in DayQuil Severe), respectively. Studies have reported both enzyme inhibition and induction, making it difficult to predict clinically significant drug interactions with reliability. Specific drug interaction studies reporting definitive results are rare, and potential drug interactions involving echinacea should likely be taken on a case-by-case basis. Based on what we know about how acetaminophen and dextromethorphan are metabolized, the risk of a clinically significant interaction between echinacea and DayQuil Severe is low.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence A
Docetaxel (Taxotere)

Theoretically, echinacea may interfere with the metabolism of docetaxel; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Docetaxel is metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). Echinacea has variable effects on CYP3A4, but taking E. purpurea whole plant extract (Echinaforce, A. Vogel Biopharma AG) 20 drops three times daily for 2 weeks did not alter the pharmacokinetics of docetaxel in one clinical study.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Etravirine (Intelence)

Theoretically, echinacea may interfere with the metabolism of etravirine; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Etravirine is metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). Echinacea has variable effects on CYP3A4, but taking E. purpurea root extract (Arkocapsulas Echinacea, Arkopharma) 500 mg three times daily for 14 days did not alter the pharmacokinetics of etravirine in HIV-infected patients.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Lopinavir/Ritonavir (Kaletra)

Theoretically, echinacea may interfere with the metabolism of lopinavir; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Lopinavir is metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) and is administered with the CYP3A4 inhibitor ritonavir to increase its plasma concentrations. Echinacea has variable effects on CYP3A4, but taking E. purpurea (Echinamide, Natural Factors Nutritional Products, Inc.) 500 mg three times daily for 14 days did not alter the pharmacokinetics of lopinavir/ritonavir in healthy volunteers.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Midazolam (Versed)

Theoretically, echinacea may increase the metabolism of intravenous midazolam.
Echinacea induces hepatic CYP3A4 and might decrease plasma levels of midazolam by about 20%, reducing the effectiveness of intravenous midazolam. Echinacea also appears to inhibit intestinal CYP3A4, which could theoretically increase the bioavailability of oral midazolam. This may cancel out the decrease in availability caused by induction of hepatic CYP3A4, such that overall plasma levels after oral administration of midazolam are not affected by echinacea.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Echinacea seems to increase the clearance of warfarin, although the effect may not be clinically significant.
Preliminary clinical research in healthy male volunteers suggests that taking echinacea increases the clearance of the active S-isomer of warfarin after a single dose of warfarin, but there was not a clinically significant effect on the INR.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Echinacea angustifolia full monograph & interactions

Iodine3 drug types · 7 drugs

Amiodarone (Cordarone)

Combining iodine with amiodarone might cause excessively high iodine levels.
Amiodarone contains 37.3% iodine and can increase iodine levels. Concomitant use with iodine might increase the risk of having excessive iodine levels and adversely affecting thyroid function. Monitor thyroid function.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Antithyroid Drugs

Iodine might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Iodine in high doses has been reported to cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, depending on the individual's past medical history. Taking iodine while using antithyroid drugs could alter the effects of the antithyroid drugs.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Lithium

Combining iodine with lithium might have additive hypothyroid effects.
Lithium can inhibit thyroid function. Several case reports suggest that concomitant use of lithium and potassium iodide can reduce thyroid function in otherwise healthy adults. Monitor thyroid function.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Iodine full monograph & interactions

Bovine Liver2 drug types · 3 drugs

Iron

Liver extract can contain heme iron. Taking liver extract with iron-containing medications or supplements may increase total iron intake and could increase the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects or excessive iron accumulation. The risk is greater with high doses, prolonged use, or in individuals with hemochromatosis or another iron-overload disorder. Review the iron content of the liver extract and the total elemental iron dose. Avoid unnecessary duplicate iron supplementation and consider monitoring ferritin and transferrin saturation when clinically appropriate.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Liver extract products may contain small and variable amounts of vitamin K. Theoretically, starting, stopping, or substantially changing the amount of liver extract used could reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and lower the INR. However, this interaction has not been directly studied or reported in humans, and the vitamin K content of liver extract products is generally not standardized. Consider monitoring the INR after a meaningful change in liver extract use.

Likelihood Possible Evidence C
Bovine Liver full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Iodomere, from the product label.

SP Standard Process

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Name
Standard Process Inc.
Street Address
1200 West Royal Lee Drive
City
Palmyra
State
WI
ZipCode
53156
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Iodomere by SP Standard Process: Common Questions

Does Iodomere by SP Standard Process interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Iodomere has a known interaction with 823 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Iodomere contains 7 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.
Is iodine safe to take during pregnancy?
Iodine is likely safe and actually important during pregnancy—your baby needs it for brain development. But take only the amount your doctor advises, and avoid high-dose products. The safety data shows conflicting ratings, so personalized guidance from your doctor or midwife is essential.
Can I take Iodomere if I'm breastfeeding?
Some iodine is necessary for your baby, but excess iodine can pass into breast milk. Follow your doctor's or lactation specialist's guidance on dosing. The echinacea in this product has limited safety data while breastfeeding, so discuss that ingredient with your pharmacist too.
What does the echinacea in this product do?
The effectiveness data we hold for echinacea doesn't establish clear benefits for the conditions we checked. The echinacea is included as part of the proprietary blend, but its specific role in Iodomere isn't detailed in the product facts.
Will this product cause skin problems?
High-dose iodine taken long-term or in very large amounts has caused acne-like skin lesions (iododerma) in rare cases. At normal doses, skin rashes are uncommon. If you develop a rash, stop and tell your pharmacist.
What if I'm allergic to shellfish—can I take this?
The green-lipped mussel in this product is a shellfish, so if you have a shellfish allergy, avoid it. Talk to your pharmacist about whether a different iodine product might work for you.
Are there any fillers or other inactive ingredients I should know about?
The product contains honey, prolamine iodine (a form of iodine), and calcium stearate (a binder). If you have allergies to honey or are avoiding additives, check the full label or ask your pharmacist.

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The Full Monographs Behind Iodomere’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Iodine

Interacts with 7 drugs

Iodine is an essential mineral your body needs to make thyroid hormones, and most people get enough from iodized salt, dairy, and seafood. Supplements help when you are truly deficient, but...

Read the full Iodine monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Liver Extract

Interacts with 3 drugs

Liver extract is a dried or concentrated form of animal liver that is naturally rich in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and other nutrients. It was once used to treat certain anemias before pu...

Read the full Liver Extract monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Carrot

Carrot is a common food vegetable that is a rich source of beta-carotene (which the body turns into vitamin A) and other nutrients. Eating carrots is safe and nutritious for most people, but...

Read the full Carrot monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Echinacea

Interacts with 816 drugs

Echinacea is a popular herb taken to help prevent or shorten the common cold, but study results are mixed and the overall benefit appears small at best. It is generally well tolerated for sh...

Read the full Echinacea monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

New Zealand Green-lipped Mussel

New Zealand green-lipped mussel is a shellfish-derived supplement rich in omega-3 fats that is mostly used for joint pain and arthritis. Some studies suggest a modest benefit for osteoarthri...

Read the full New Zealand Green-lipped Mussel monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Iodomere's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 107 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.

Iodine 26 references
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