Ionic Minerals Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Ionic Minerals 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
Ionic Minerals is a dietary supplement by Nature's Sunshine with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general wellness and energy, gut health, antioxidant support.Based on those ingredients, 1,082 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Grape skin extract, Fulvic Acid, Acai berry concentrate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Ionic Minerals by Nature's Sunshine
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
This liquid contains 4 ingredients: a proprietary mineral blend, trace minerals, fulvic acid (a compound derived from organic matter oxidation), grape skin extract, and acai berry concentrate. The proprietary blend and trace minerals make up the mineral base; the other three are added for their potential benefits.
Several inactive ingredients—purified water, glycerin, tartaric acid, xanthan gum, sodium benzoate, and citric acid—act as carriers, thickeners, and preservatives in the liquid formula.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Evidence for fulvic acid's effectiveness is insufficient to rate for respiratory infections, lead toxicity, eczema, fatigue, and hay fever—the data we hold doesn't establish that it works for these uses. Grape skin extract is possibly effective for chronic venous insufficiency (swelling and heaviness in the legs from poor circulation), but it's possibly ineffective for chemotherapy-related nausea, hay fever, and obesity.
Acai berry concentrate lacks sufficient evidence for aging skin, athletic performance, erectile dysfunction, or cholesterol—we simply don't have established ratings for these claims.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Fulvic acid appears well tolerated in the short term, but human safety data is limited. The most common side effects are diarrhea, headache, and sore throat; a rare serious effect is Kashin-Beck bone disease.
Safety data advises against fulvic acid in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Grape skin extract is generally well tolerated; common side effects include abdominal pain, diarrhea, dry mouth, heartburn, headache, joint pain, and nausea.
Anaphylaxis to grapes is rare but reported. Concentrated grape supplements should be avoided in pregnancy due to limited data; breastfeeding safety is unclear.
Acai is generally well tolerated as a food, but high-dose supplement safety is not well studied, and pregnancy and breastfeeding data for concentrated supplements are lacking—caution is advised in both.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check before taking if you use blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel)—fulvic acid may reduce their effectiveness and increase clot risk, while grape extract may thin your blood further. Also confirm with your doctor or pharmacist if you take diabetes medications, thyroid hormones, immunosuppressants, cyclosporine, midazolam, or any drug your liver metabolizes through CYP1A2, CYP2D6, CYP3A4, or CYP2E1 enzymes—grape extract may change how your body processes them.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product may help with leg swelling from poor circulation (grape extract), but evidence for other uses is not established in our data. The biggest concern is interaction risk with blood thinners, diabetes drugs, thyroid hormones, immunosuppressants, and many medications processed by your liver.
Before you start, check your exact prescriptions with your doctor or pharmacist using the search tool on this page.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 24, 2022.
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 Ionic Minerals, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Nature's Sunshine |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 099904003101 |
| Net contents | 32 Fluid Ounce(s); 946 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Oct 24, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 278128 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Ionic Minerals by Nature's Sunshine, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 2.2 Gram(s) | -- |
| Trace Minerals | 0 NP | -- |
| Fulvic Acid | 0 NP | -- |
| Grape skin extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Acai berry concentrate | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: purified Water, Glycerin, Tartaric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Acai
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FDA Disclaimer Statement
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General Statements
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Formulation
Ionic minerals is a blend of ionic trace minerals derived from Mother Earth. Minerals play a foundational role in our bodies, supporting a myriad of biological process. Increasingly, soil depletion and inadequate diet may lead some to be lacking in their daily intake of minerals needed for the body to carry out its normal functions. Ionic Minerals offers peace of mind in a simple, easy-to-drink solution.
Vital nutrition support
Precautions
Warning: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of the reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
Do not use if inner seal is missing or damaged.
Storage
Keep lid tightly closed and refrigerate after opening.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Shake well before using.
Recommended Use: Take 1 tablespoon (15 mL) twice daily with a meal.
Formula
Ionic Minerals with Acai and Fulvic Acid Natural Acai Berry Flavor
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Brand IP Statement(s)
Natures Sunshine Herbal experts since 1972
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Ionic Minerals by Nature's Sunshine label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Ionic Minerals by Nature's Sunshine
These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size15 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container63 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
- › Trace Minerals
- › Fulvic Acid
- › Grape skin extract
- › Acai berry concentrate
Other (inactive) ingredients: Purified Water, Glycerin, Tartaric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Acai. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Ionic Minerals by Nature's Sunshine Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Ionic Minerals by Nature's Sunshine has documented interactions through its fulvic acid, grape skin extract, and acai berry concentrate content.
The most serious finding is moderate-severity risk with blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs): fulvic acid may decrease their effectiveness and increase clot risk, while grape extract may thin blood further and raise bleeding risk—combining either with warfarin, aspirin, or similar drugs requires caution.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Grape skin extract interacts with several drug-metabolizing enzymes in your liver (CYP1A2, CYP2D6, CYP3A4, and CYP2E1), potentially changing how your body processes many common medications. It also affects cyclosporine (an immunosuppressant) absorption—grape juice can cut cyclosporine levels by up to 30%—and may reduce the sedative effect of midazolam over time.
Fulvic acid may interfere with thyroid hormone therapy and immunosuppressant drugs. Acai berry concentrate may disrupt blood sugar control if you take diabetes medications.
We could not check trace minerals for interactions; data on that ingredient is not on file. Altogether, these interactions span 1,083 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Ionic Minerals interact with 1,082 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 4 ingredients in Ionic Minerals interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Grape skin extract Fulvic Acid Acai berry concentrate
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fulvic AcidImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Fulvic Acid + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAdo-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fulvic AcidAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fulvic Acid + Abciximab interactionGrape Skin ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape extracts may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fulvic AcidImmunosuppressants, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Fulvic Acid + Abrocitinib interactionGrape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape juice or grape seed extract inhibits CYP2C9; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Acai Berry ConcentrateAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking acai with antidiabetes drugs might interfere with glycemic control.
Read the full Acai Berry Concentrate + Acarbose interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape extracts may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionFulvic AcidAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fulvic Acid + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionFulvic AcidAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fulvic Acid + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape extracts may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionFulvic AcidAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Fulvic Acid + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape juice might reduce the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, grape seed extract might increase the levels of CYP2E1 substrates.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Ionic Minerals — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Grape Skin ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2e1 (cyp2e1) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
It is unclear if grape seed extract inhibits or induces CYP3A4; research is conflicting.
Read the full Grape Skin Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Ionic Minerals 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.
Grape skin 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.
Fulvic Acid
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid may decrease the effectiveness of anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro evidence shows that fulvic acid, formed from the oxidation and polymerization of protocatechuic acid, can shorten prothrombin time in human plasma, increasing the risk of clot formation.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid might decrease the effects of immunosuppressive therapy.
Animal research shows that fulvic acid stimulates immune function.
Thyroid Hormone
Theoretically, taking fulvic acid with thyroid hormone therapy might interfere with the ability to normalize thyroid function.
Animal research shows that fulvic acid increases the plasma level of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) and decreases the thyroxine (T4):triiodothyronine (T3) ratio.
Acai berry concentrate
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking acai with antidiabetes drugs might interfere with glycemic control.
Preliminary clinical research in healthy adults has shown that taking acai may increase or decrease levels of fasting blood glucose.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Ionic Minerals, from the product label.
Nature's Sunshine
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- Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc.
- City
- Spanish Fork
- State
- Utah
- ZipCode
- 84660
- Phone Number
- 1-800-223-8225
- Web Address
- www.naturessunshine.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Ionic Minerals’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Fulvic Acid
Interacts with 257 drugsFulvic acid is a natural compound formed when plants and microbes break down in soil, and it is sold as a supplement for energy, gut, and overall wellness. Human research is very limited, so...
Read the full Fulvic Acid monograph → Herb & supplement monographGrape
Interacts with 910 drugsGrapes and grape products like grape seed extract contain antioxidant compounds such as resveratrol and proanthocyanidins that may support heart and blood vessel health. While the food is he...
Read the full Grape monograph → Herb & supplement monographAcai
Interacts with 86 drugsAcai is a nutritious Amazonian berry rich in antioxidants and healthy fats, and it is fine to enjoy as a food. However, strong human evidence is lacking for the bold health claims often atta...
Read the full Acai monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Ionic Minerals'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 39 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.
Fulvic Acid 3 references
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- Vucskits, AV, Hullar, I, Bersenyi, A, Andrasofszky, E, Kulcsar, M, Szabo, J. Effect of fulvic and humic acids on performance, immune response and thyroid function in rats. J Anim Physiol Anim Nutr (Berl) 2010;94(6):721-728. PubMed
- Gandy JJ, Meeding JP, Snyman JR, et al. Phase 1 clinical study of the acute and subacute safety and proof-of-concept efficacy of carbohydrate-derived fulvic acid. Clin Pharmacol. 2012;4:7-11. PubMed
Grape 34 references
- Kiesewetter H, Koscielny J, Kalus U, et al. Efficacy of orally administered extract of red vine leaf AS 195 (folia vitis viniferae) in chronic venous insufficiency (stages I-II). A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Arzneimittelforschung
- 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
- Ward NC, Hodgson JM, Croft KD, et al. The combination of vitamin C and grape-seed polyphenols increases blood pressure: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. J Hypertens 2005;23:427-34.. PubMed
- 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
- de Lange, D. W., Scholman, W. L., Kraaijenhagen, R. J., Akkerman, J. W., and van de Wiel, A. Alcohol and polyphenolic grape extract inhibit platelet adhesion in flowing blood. Eur.J Clin.Invest 2004;34(12):818-824. PubMed
- Samet, J. M. and Coultas, D. B. Reduced forced vital capacity in California grape workers. What does it mean? Am Rev.Respir.Dis 1992;145(2 Pt 1):255-256. PubMed
- Gamsky, T. E., McCurdy, S. A., Samuels, S. J., and Schenker, M. B. Reduced FVC among California grape workers. Am Rev.Respir.Dis 1992;145(2 Pt 1):257-262. PubMed
- de Lange, D. W., Verhoef, S., Gorter, G., Kraaijenhagen, R. J., van de Wiel, A., and Akkerman, J. W. Polyphenolic grape extract inhibits platelet activation through PECAM-1: an explanation for the French paradox. Alcohol Clin.Exp.Res 2007;31(8):1308-1314 PubMed
- Etheridge, A. S., Black, S. R., Patel, P. R., So, J., and Mathews, J. M. An in vitro evaluation of cytochrome P450 inhibition and P-glycoprotein interaction with goldenseal, Ginkgo biloba, grape seed, milk thistle, and ginseng extracts and their constitu
- Krikorian, R., Nash, T. A., Shidler, M. D., Shukitt-Hale, B., and Joseph, J. A. Concord grape juice supplementation improves memory function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Br J Nutr. 2010;103(5):730-734. PubMed
- Ingersoll, G. L., Wasilewski, A., Haller, M., Pandya, K., Bennett, J., He, H., Hoffmire, C., and Berry, C. Effect of concord grape juice on chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: results of a pilot study. Oncol.Nurs.Forum 2010;37(2):213-221. PubMed
- Oliveira-Freitas, V. L., Dalla, Costa T., Manfro, R. C., Cruz, L. B., and Schwartsmann, G. Influence of purple grape juice in cyclosporine bioavailability. J Ren Nutr. 2010;20(5):309-313. PubMed
- Hollis, J. H., Houchins, J. A., Blumberg, J. B., and Mattes, R. D. Effects of concord grape juice on appetite, diet, body weight, lipid profile, and antioxidant status of adults. J Am Coll.Nutr. 2009;28(5):574-582. PubMed
- Dohadwala, M. M., Hamburg, N. M., Holbrook, M., Kim, B. H., Duess, M. A., Levit, A., Titas, M., Chung, W. B., Vincent, F. B., Caiano, T. L., Frame, A. A., Keaney, J. F., Jr., and Vita, J. A. Effects of Concord grape juice on ambulatory blood pressure in
- Rabe, E., Stucker, M., Esperester, A., Schafer, E., and Ottillinger, B. Efficacy and tolerability of a red-vine-leaf extract in patients suffering from chronic venous insufficiency--results of a double-blind placebo-controlled study. Eur.J Vasc.Endovasc. PubMed
- Trotta, M., Cesaretti, M., Conzi, R., Derchi, L. E., and Borgonovo, G. Elderly male with mesogastric pain. Small bowel obstruction caused by an intact fresh grape. Ann.Emerg.Med 2011;58(4):e1-e2. PubMed
- McCurdy, S. A., Wiggins, P., Schenker, M. B., Munn, S., Shaieb, A. M., Weinbaum, Z., Goldsmith, D., McGillis, S. T., Berman, B., and Samuels, S. Assessing dermatitis in epidemiologic studies: occupational skin disease among California grape and tomato ha
- Winter, C. K. and Kurtz, P. H. Factors influencing grape worker susceptibility to skin rashes. Bull.Environ.Contam Toxicol. 1985;35(3):418-426. PubMed
- Yamasaki, R., Dekio, S., and Jidoi, J. Contact dermatitis from grape bud. Contact Dermatitis 1985;12(4):226-227. PubMed
- Cox, J. and Grigg, M. Small bowel obstruction by an intact grape. J Am Geriatr.Soc 1986;34(7):550. PubMed
- Faircloth, D. E. and Robison, W. J. Obstruction of the sigmoid colon by grape seeds. JAMA 11-27-1981;246(21):2430. PubMed
- Marguerie, C. and Drouet, M. [Occupational eosinophilic lung in a grape grower: role of sulfites]. Allerg.Immunol.(Paris) 1995;27(5):163-167.
- Brito, FF., Martinez, A., Palacios, R., Mur, P., Gomez, E., Galindo, P. A., Borja, J., and Martinez, J. Rhinoconjunctivitis and asthma caused by vine pollen: a case report. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1999;103(2 Pt 1):262-266. PubMed
- Ras RT, Zock PL, Zebregs YE, et al. Effect of polyphenol-rich grape seed extract on ambulatory blood pressure in subjects with pre- and stage I hypertension. Br J Nutr 2013;110(12):2234-41. PubMed
- Berry AC, Nakshabendi R, Abidali H, et al. Adverse effects of grape seed extract supplement: A clinical case and long-term follow-up. J Diet Suppl. 2016;13(2):232-5. PubMed
- Martínez-Maqueda D, Zapatera B, Gallego-Narbón A, Vaquero MP, Saura-Calixto F, Pérez-Jiménez J. A 6-week supplementation with grape pomace to subjects at cardiometabolic risk ameliorates insulin sensitivity, without affecting other metabolic syndrome mark
- Moon SW, Shin YU, Cho H, Bae SH, Kim HK; and for the Mogen Study Group. Effect of grape seed proanthocyanidin extract on hard exudates in patients with non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Medicine (Baltimore) 2019;98(21):e15515. PubMed
Acai 2 references
- Udani JK, Singh BB, Singh VJ, Barrett ML. Effects of acai (Euterpe oleracea Mart.) berry preparation on metabolic parameters in a healthy overweight population: a pilot study. Nutr J 2011;10:45.
- de Liz S, Cardoso AL, Copetti CLK, et al. Açaí (Euterpe oleracea Mart.) and juçara (Euterpe edulis Mart.) juices improved HDL-c levels and antioxidant defense of healthy adults in a 4-week randomized cross-over study. Clin Nutr. 2020;39(12):3629-3636. PubMed
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