Kidney Support Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by TerraVita
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Kidney Support 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
Kidney Support is a dietary supplement by TerraVita with 6 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin conditions like acne and eczema, digestive support, diuretic ('detox') and blood purifier.Based on those ingredients, 1,263 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract, Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract, Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Kidney Support by TerraVita
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
TerraVita Kidney Support contains 6 active herbal ingredients delivered as glycerites (liquid extracts in glycerin). They are burdock, uva ursi, stinging nettle leaf, goldenseal, corn silk, and juniper berry.
The product includes one inactive ingredient: glycerin, which is the liquid base and preservative for the extract.
Does it work?
Leans against
The evidence for what these ingredients do is quite limited. Stinging nettle is rated possibly effective for diabetes, but the others — burdock, uva ursi, goldenseal, corn silk, and juniper berry — lack sufficient reliable evidence to establish that they work for kidney support or any other condition listed in our data.
This doesn't mean they don't work; it means the clinical research to prove it isn't yet in our monographs.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Burdock and uva ursi are generally well tolerated for short-term use in healthy adults, though safety data in humans are limited. Uva ursi can be toxic at high doses or with prolonged use.
Stinging nettle and goldenseal are generally well tolerated when used as directed. Corn silk adverse effects are rare, and juniper berry is tolerated in food amounts but may irritate the kidneys at medicinal doses over time.
Common side effects across these herbs include mild digestive upset (nausea, diarrhea, stomach discomfort). Rare allergic reactions have been reported, including contact dermatitis with burdock and juniper.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: burdock and uva ursi should be avoided in pregnancy due to effects on the uterus and lack of safety data, and avoided while breastfeeding. Stinging nettle, goldenseal, corn silk, and juniper berry also lack sufficient safety information for pregnancy and breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before use if you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking TerraVita Kidney Support, check if you use any blood sugar medications (antidiabetes drugs), blood pressure medications (antihypertensive drugs), diuretics, blood thinners (warfarin/anticoagulants), or lithium — all have Moderate interactions with one or more ingredients here. Also check if you take sedating drugs (CNS depressants), corticosteroids, or any medications metabolized by CYP2D6, CYP2C19, CYP3A4, or transported by P-glycoprotein, as goldenseal and uva ursi may affect those pathways.
No interactions are documented for the inactive glycerin base itself.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with graded evidence leaning against its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product may be worth discussing with your pharmacist if you're interested in herbal kidney support, but several of its ingredients interact with common medications and with each other. If you take diabetes drugs, blood thinners, blood pressure medications, diuretics, lithium, or sedating drugs, check your exact medications with the tool on this page first.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Avoid this product and ask your pharmacist or doctor before trying any herbal supplement.
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Assessment coverage: 6 of 6 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 23, 2023.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Kidney Support, straight from the product label.
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.
Supplement Facts
The label details for Kidney Support by TerraVita, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 0.13 mL | -- |
| Burdock Glycerite Liquid Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Glycerin
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Brand IP Statement(s)
Copyright 2018 TerraVita - Distributed by ZooScape LLC, All Rights Reserved.
Formula
Glycerite liquid extract (1:5)
Formulation
Alcohol free
No flavor
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Take 25-40 drops of extract in a small amount of warm water 3-4 times daily. Shake well before using.
Precautions
Keep away from children.
Do not use if safety seal around cap is broken or missing.
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Kidney Support by TerraVita label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Kidney Support by TerraVita
These are the 6 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size25 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container227 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.
Other (inactive) ingredients: Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Kidney Support by TerraVita Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
TerraVita Kidney Support contains six active herbal ingredients, and several of them interact with medications.
The most serious interaction involves goldenseal, which can significantly inhibit liver enzymes (CYP2D6 in particular) and potentially raise the levels of drugs metabolized by this pathway — a Moderate-severity concern affecting how your body clears certain medications.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Uva ursi, stinging nettle, and corn silk all carry Moderate interactions with diuretic drugs and blood sugar medications. Uva ursi may also interfere with how your liver processes certain medications through CYP2C19 and CYP3A4 pathways.
Stinging nettle contains vitamin K and may reduce the effect of warfarin (a blood thinner). Corn silk can increase potassium loss if you're on corticosteroids and may alter how warfarin works if you suddenly start or stop it.
Goldenseal additionally interacts with blood thinners, blood pressure medications, CNS depressants (sedating drugs), and diabetes medications — all Moderate severity.
Burdock may theoretically increase bleeding risk with blood thinners, though this has not been reported in humans. Juniper berry carries Minor interactions with diuretics and lithium.
We could not check the proprietary blend's component breakdown beyond what its listed ingredients show. Altogether, these interactions span 1,248 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Kidney Support interact with 1,263 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
6 of the 6 ingredients in Kidney Support interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract Burdock Glycerite Liquid Extract
Bellafoline, PhenobarbitalBelladenal, Belladenal-S
How Bellafoline, Phenobarbital interacts with Kidney Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bellafoline, Phenobarbital interactionBelumosudil MesylateRezurock
How Belumosudil Mesylate interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Belumosudil Mesylate interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Belumosudil Mesylate interactionBelzutifanWelireg
How Belzutifan interacts with Kidney Support — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 2c19 (cyp2c19) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP2C19 substrates.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Belzutifan interactionBenactyzine, MeprobamateDeprol
How Benactyzine, Meprobamate interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may increase levels of drugs metabolized by glucuronidation.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benactyzine, Meprobamate interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benactyzine, Meprobamate interactionBenazeprilLotensin
How Benazepril interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benazepril interactionCorn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benazepril interactionBenazepril, HydrochlorothiazideLotensin HCT
How Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Kidney Support — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Diuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionStinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining stinging nettle with diuretic drugs may have additive effects.
Read the full Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionJuniper Berry Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, juniper berry might increase the risk of adverse effects from diuretic drugs.
Read the full Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionBendroflumethiazideAprinox, Naturetin, Neo-NaClex
How Bendroflumethiazide interacts with Kidney Support — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining stinging nettle with diuretic drugs may have additive effects.
Read the full Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide interactionCorn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk with diuretic drugs might increase the risk of adverse effects such as hyponatremia and hypokalemia.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide interactionJuniper Berry Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, juniper berry might increase the risk of adverse effects from diuretic drugs.
Read the full Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide interactionBendroflumethiazide, NadololCorzide
How Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interacts with Kidney Support — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Diuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interactionStinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining stinging nettle with diuretic drugs may have additive effects.
Read the full Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interactionJuniper Berry Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, juniper berry might increase the risk of adverse effects from diuretic drugs.
Read the full Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interactionBendroflumethiazide, PotassiumCentyl K, Neo-NaClex-K
How Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interacts with Kidney Support — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining stinging nettle with diuretic drugs may have additive effects.
Read the full Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interactionCorn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk with diuretic drugs might increase the risk of adverse effects such as hyponatremia and hypokalemia.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interactionJuniper Berry Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, juniper berry might increase the risk of adverse effects from diuretic drugs.
Read the full Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interactionBendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia SerpentinaRauzide
How Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interacts with Kidney Support — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Diuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interactionStinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining stinging nettle with diuretic drugs may have additive effects.
Read the full Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interactionJuniper Berry Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, juniper berry might increase the risk of adverse effects from diuretic drugs.
Read the full Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interactionBenzhydrocodone, AcetaminophenApadaz
How Benzhydrocodone, Acetaminophen interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benzhydrocodone, Acetaminophen interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may increase levels of drugs metabolized by glucuronidation.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benzhydrocodone, Acetaminophen interactionBenzthiazideExna
How Benzthiazide interacts with Kidney Support — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Diuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benzthiazide interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benzthiazide interactionStinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining stinging nettle with diuretic drugs may have additive effects.
Read the full Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benzthiazide interactionJuniper Berry Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, juniper berry might increase the risk of adverse effects from diuretic drugs.
Read the full Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract + Benzthiazide interactionBepridilVascor
How Bepridil interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bepridil interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bepridil interactionBerotralstat HydrochlorideOrladeyo
How Berotralstat Hydrochloride interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase or decrease serum levels of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Berotralstat Hydrochloride interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may alter the levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Berotralstat Hydrochloride interactionBetamethasoneCelestone, Diprolene AF, Diprosone
How Betamethasone interacts with Kidney Support — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase or decrease serum levels of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone interactionCorn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractCorticosteroids Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk with corticosteroids might increase the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may alter the levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone interactionBetamethasone DipropionateSernivo
How Betamethasone Dipropionate interacts with Kidney Support — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractCorticosteroids Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk with corticosteroids might increase the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone Dipropionate interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase or decrease serum levels of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone Dipropionate interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may alter the levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone Dipropionate interactionBetamethasone Dipropionate, CalcipotrieneEnstilar, Wynzora
How Betamethasone Dipropionate, Calcipotriene interacts with Kidney Support — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase or decrease serum levels of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone Dipropionate, Calcipotriene interactionCorn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractCorticosteroids Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk with corticosteroids might increase the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone Dipropionate, Calcipotriene interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may alter the levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone Dipropionate, Calcipotriene interactionBetamethasone ValerateLuxiq
How Betamethasone Valerate interacts with Kidney Support — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractCorticosteroids Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk with corticosteroids might increase the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone Valerate interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase or decrease serum levels of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone Valerate interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may alter the levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betamethasone Valerate interactionBetaxololBetoptic, Kerlone
How Betaxolol interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betaxolol interactionCorn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betaxolol interactionBetrixabanBevyxxa
How Betrixaban interacts with Kidney Support — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Burdock Glycerite Liquid ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking burdock with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Burdock Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betrixaban interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, P-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betrixaban interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may alter the levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Betrixaban interactionBexaroteneTargretin
How Bexarotene interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bexarotene interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bexarotene interactionBictegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir AlafenamideBiktarvy
How Bictegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may alter the levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bictegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase or decrease serum levels of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bictegravir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Alafenamide interactionBisoprololZebeta
How Bisoprolol interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bisoprolol interactionCorn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bisoprolol interactionBisoprolol, HydrochlorothiazideZiac
How Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Kidney Support — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Diuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Antihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionStinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining stinging nettle with diuretic drugs may have additive effects.
Read the full Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionJuniper Berry Glycerite Liquid ExtractDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, juniper berry might increase the risk of adverse effects from diuretic drugs.
Read the full Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionBivalirudinAngiomax, Angiomax Rtu, Angiox
How Bivalirudin interacts with Kidney Support — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bivalirudin interactionBurdock Glycerite Liquid ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking burdock with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding.
Read the full Burdock Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bivalirudin interactionBoceprevirVictrelis
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Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, P-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Boceprevir interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase or decrease serum levels of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Boceprevir interactionBosentanTracleer
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Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bosentan interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bosentan interactionCorn Silk Glycerite Liquid ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bosentan interactionBosutinibBosulif
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Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bosutinib interactionGoldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Bosutinib interactionBrentuximab VedotinAdcetris
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Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Brentuximab Vedotin interactionUva Ursi Glycerite Liquid ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract + Brentuximab Vedotin interactionBrexanoloneZulresso
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Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid ExtractCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract + Brexanolone interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
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Goldenseal Glycerite Liquid Extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Goldenseal contains berberine. In vitro and animal research shows that berberine can inhibit platelet aggregation. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Goldenseal contains berberine. Clinical research shows that berberine can lower blood glucose levels. However, this effect has not been reported with goldenseal.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Goldenseal contains berberine. Animal research shows that berberine can have hypotensive effects. Also, an analysis of clinical research shows that taking berberine in combination with amlodipine can lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure when compared with amlodipine alone. However, this effect has not been reported with goldenseal.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Goldenseal contains berberine. Animal research shows that berberine can have sedative effects. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
In vitro research shows that goldenseal root extract can modestly inhibit CYP2C9. This effect may be due to its alkaloid constituents, hydrastine and berberine. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Clinical and in vitro research shows that goldenseal can significantly inhibit CYP2D6 enzymes, potentially increasing levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Cytochrome P450 2E1 (Cyp2E1) Substrates
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
In vitro research shows that goldenseal root extract can inhibit the activity of CYP2E1. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Most clinical and in vitro research shows that goldenseal inhibits CYP3A4 enzyme activity and increases serum levels of CYP3A4 substrates, such as midazolam. However, in one small clinical study, goldenseal did not affect the levels of indinavir, a CYP3A4 substrate, in healthy volunteers. This is likely due to the fact that indinavir has a high oral bioavailability, making it an inadequate probe for CYP3A4 interactions and/or that it is primarily metabolized by hepatic CYP3A, while goldenseal has more potential to inhibit intestinal CYP3A enzyme activity. Both goldenseal extract and its isolated constituents berberine and hydrastine inhibit CYP3A, with hydrastine possibly having more inhibitory potential than berberine.
Dextromethorphan (Robitussin Dm, Others)
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of dextromethorphan.
Goldenseal contains berberine. A small clinical study shows that berberine can inhibit cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) activity and reduce the metabolism of dextromethorphan.
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Goldenseal might increase serum levels of digoxin, although this effect is unlikely to be clinically significant.
Clinical research shows that goldenseal modestly increases digoxin peak levels by about 14% in healthy volunteers. However, goldenseal does not seem to affect other pharmacokinetic parameters such as area under the curve (AUC). This suggests that goldenseal does not cause a clinically significant interaction with digoxin. Digoxin is a P-glycoprotein substrate. Some evidence suggests that goldenseal constituents might affect P-glycoprotein; however, it is unclear whether these constituents inhibit or induce P-glycoprotein.
Losartan (Cozaar)
Theoretically, goldenseal might decrease the conversion of losartan to its active form.
Goldenseal contains berberine. A small clinical study shows that berberine inhibits cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9) activity and reduces the metabolism of losartan. However, this effect has not been reported with goldenseal.
Metformin (Glucophage)
Theoretically, goldenseal might reduce blood levels of metformin.
In vitro research shows that goldenseal extract decreases the bioavailability of metformin, likely by interfering with transport, intestinal permeability, or other processes involved in metformin absorption. It is unclear which, if any, of metformin's transporters are inhibited by goldenseal. Goldenseal does not appear to alter the clearance or half-life of metformin.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase or decrease serum levels of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates.
There is conflicting evidence about the effect of goldenseal on P-gp. In vitro research suggests that berberine, a constituent of goldenseal, modestly inhibits P-gp efflux. Other evidence suggests that berberine induces P-gp. In healthy volunteers, goldenseal modestly increases peak levels of the P-gp substrate digoxin by about 14%. However, it does not seem to affect other pharmacokinetic parameters such as area under the curve (AUC). This suggests that goldenseal is not a potent inhibitor of P-gp-mediated drug efflux. Until more is known, goldenseal should be used cautiously with P-gp substrates.
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase the sedative effects of pentobarbital.
Animal research shows that berberine, a constituent of goldenseal, can prolong pentobarbital-induced sleeping time. However, this effect has not been reported with goldenseal.
Tacrolimus (Prograf)
Theoretically, goldenseal might increase serum levels of tacrolimus.
Goldenseal contains berberine. In a 16-year-old patient with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome who was being treated with tacrolimus 6.5 mg twice daily, intake of berberine 200 mg three times daily increased the blood concentration of tacrolimus from 8 to 22 ng/mL. Following a reduction of tacrolimus dosing to 3 mg daily, blood levels of tacrolimus decreased to 12 ng/mL.
Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)
Theoretically, goldenseal might reduce the therapeutic effects of oseltamivir by decreasing its conversion to its active form.
In vitro evidence suggests that goldenseal reduces the formation of the active compound from the prodrug oseltamivir. The mechanism of action and clinical relevance is unclear.
Uva Ursi Glycerite Liquid Extract
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP2C19 substrates.
In vitro, uva ursi appears to inhibit cytochrome CYP2C19. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro, uva ursi appears to inhibit CYP3A4. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Glucuronidated Drugs
Theoretically, uva ursi may increase levels of drugs metabolized by glucuronidation.
In vitro, uva ursi extract appears to strongly inhibit UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A1 (UGT1A1). However, uva ursi extract does not appear to inhibit UGT1A1 in animal models. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Lithium
Theoretically, uva ursi may increase lithium levels, necessitating a decrease in dose.
Uva ursi may have diuretic properties. Diuretics may increase lithium reabsorption with sodium in the proximal tubule of the kidney. Theoretically, uva ursi might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Urinary Acidifying Agents
Effects of uva ursi in the urinary tract may be reduced by urinary acidifying agents.
Uva ursi seems to work best in alkaline urine. Theoretically, taking uva ursi with medications known to acidify the urine may decrease any effects of uva ursi on the urinary tract.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, uva ursi may alter the levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
In vitro, uva ursi appears to inhibit the multi-drug transporter protein, P-glycoprotein. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Corn Silk Glycerite Liquid Extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking corn silk with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research in diabetic mice shows that taking corn silk extract lowers fasting blood glucose levels.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Taking corn silk extract with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Clinical research in both hypertensive and normotensive adults shows that taking corn silk extract lowers systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
Corticosteroids
Taking corn silk with corticosteroids might increase the risk of hypokalemia.
Clinical research shows that taking corn silk extract increases the urinary excretion of potassium.
Diuretic Drugs
Taking corn silk with diuretic drugs might increase the risk of adverse effects such as hyponatremia and hypokalemia.
Clinical research shows that taking corn silk extract increases urine volume and promotes the urinary excretion of sodium and potassium. Some patients may require electrolyte supplementation.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, suddenly stopping, starting, or changing corn silk treatment may alter the effects of warfarin.
Corn silk contains vitamin K. Individuals taking warfarin should consume a consistent daily amount of corn silk to maintain consistent anticoagulation.
Stinging Nettle Leaf Glycerite Liquid Extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, stinging nettle might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Clinical research shows that stinging nettle might decrease blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, combining stinging nettle with diuretic drugs may have additive effects.
Animal research suggests that the above ground parts and roots of stinging nettle may have a diuretic effect.
Lithium
Theoretically, stinging nettle might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Animal research suggests that stinging nettle has diuretic and natriuretic properties, which could alter the excretion of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
There is some concern that stinging nettle might decrease the effects of anticoagulant drugs such as warfarin.
Stinging nettle contains a significant amount of vitamin K. When taken in large quantities, this might interfere with the activity of warfarin.
Juniper Berry Glycerite Liquid Extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking juniper berry with antidiabetes medications might cause additive hypoglycemia.
Animal research shows that juniper berry can lower blood glucose.
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, juniper berry might increase the risk of adverse effects from diuretic drugs.
Juniper berry is thought to have mild diuretic effects.
Lithium
Theoretically, juniper berry might reduce lithium excretion and increase serum levels of lithium.
Juniper berry is thought to have mild diuretic effects.
Burdock Glycerite Liquid Extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, taking burdock with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding.
In vitro research shows that lignans from burdock reduce rabbit platelet aggregation by inhibiting platelet activating factor. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
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The Full Monographs Behind Kidney Support’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Burdock
Interacts with 122 drugsBurdock is a traditional herb most often used for skin problems and as a so-called 'blood purifier,' but high-quality human studies are lacking and most claims are not well proven. It is wid...
Read the full Burdock monograph → Herb & supplement monographUva Ursi
Interacts with 803 drugsUva ursi is a traditional herb used mainly for urinary tract infections, and its leaves contain a compound called arbutin that may have antimicrobial effects in the urine. Evidence in people...
Read the full Uva Ursi monograph → Herb & supplement monographStinging Nettle
Interacts with 164 drugsStinging nettle is a common plant used as food and in traditional medicine, most often for prostate symptoms, allergies, and joint pain. The evidence is mixed and mostly preliminary, so it i...
Read the full Stinging Nettle monograph → Herb & supplement monographGoldenseal
Interacts with 1,237 drugsGoldenseal is a popular North American herb that contains berberine, a compound studied for antimicrobial effects. However, strong human evidence for its many traditional uses is largely lac...
Read the full Goldenseal monograph → Herb & supplement monographCorn Silk
Interacts with 290 drugsCorn silk is a traditional herbal remedy taken as a tea or extract, mostly for urinary and mild fluid-related complaints. High-quality human evidence for these uses is limited, so it should...
Read the full Corn Silk monograph → Herb & supplement monographJuniper
Interacts with 162 drugsJuniper berry is a traditional herb best known for flavoring gin and for its folk use as a diuretic and digestive aid. Solid human evidence for its health benefits is limited, and it can irr...
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Kidney Support'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 87 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.
Burdock 11 references
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Uva Ursi 8 references
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
- 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.
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Stinging Nettle 23 references
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- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
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- Mittman P. Randomized, double-blind study of freeze-dried Urtica dioica in the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Planta Med 1990;56:44-7.
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- Easton L, Vaid S, Nagel AK, Venci JV, Fortuna RJ. Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica): An Unusual Case of Galactorrhea. Am J Case Rep 2021;22:e933999. PubMed
- Niazi B, Ahmed K, Ahmed M, Ali S, Song K, Elias S. Drug-Induced Liver Injury from Herbal Liver Detoxification Tea. Case Rep Gastroenterol 2022;16(3):612-617. PubMed
- Nnamani I, Tolu-Akinnawo O, Dufera RR, Akintunde A, Maliakkal B. Tinospora cordifolia (Guduchi/Giloy)-Induced Liver Injury: A Case Review. Cureus 2023;15(5):e39793. PubMed
Goldenseal 34 references
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- Budzinski JW, Foster BC, Vandenhoek S, Arnason JT. An in vitro evaluation of human cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibition by selected commercial herbal extracts and tinctures. Phytomedicine 2000;7:273-82. PubMed
- Sandhu RS, Prescilla RP, Simonelli TM, Edwards DJ. Influence of goldenseal root on the pharmacokinetics of indinavir. J Clin Pharmacol 2003;43:1283-8.. PubMed
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- Gurley BJ, Gardner SF, Hubbard MA, et al. In vivo effects of goldenseal, kava kava, black cohosh, and valerian on human cytochrome P450 1A2, 2D6, 2E1, and 3A4/5 phenotypes. Clin Pharmacol Ther 2005;77:415-26. PubMed
- Gurley BJ, Swain A, Barone GW, et al. Effect of goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) and kava kava (Piper methysticum) supplementation on digoxin pharmacokinetics in humans. Drug Metab Dispos 2007;35:240-5. PubMed
- Gurley BJ, Swain A, Hubbard MA, et al. Clinical assessement of CYP2D6-mediated herb-drug interactions in humans: Effects of milk-thistle, black cohosh, goldenseal, kava kava, St. John's wort, and Echinacea. Mol Nutr Food Res 2008;52:755-63.
- Zhang Y, Li X, Zou D, et al. Treatment of type 2 diabetes and dyslipidemia with the natural plant alkaloid berberine. J Clin Endocrinol Metab 2008;93:2559-65. PubMed
- Chatterjee P, Franklin MR. Human cytochrome p450 inhibition and metabolic-intermediate complex formation by goldenseal extract and its methylenedioxyphenyl components. Drug Metab Dispos 2003;31:1391-7. PubMed
- Choudhry, V. P., Sabir, M., and Bhide, V. N. Berberine in giardiasis. Indian Pediatr. 1972;9(3):143-146.
- Shanbhag, S. M., Kulkarni, H. J., and Gaitonde, B. B. Pharmacological actions of berberine on the central nervous system. Jpn.J Pharmacol 1970;20(4):482-487. PubMed
- Wu, J. F. and Liu, T. P. [Effects of berberine on platelet aggregation and plasma levels of TXB2 and 6-keto-PGF1 alpha in rats with reversible middle cerebral artery occlusion]. Yao Xue.Xue.Bao. 1995;30(2):98-102.
- Peng, W. H., Hsieh, M. T., and Wu, C. R. Effect of long-term administration of berberine on scopolamine-induced amnesia in rats. Jpn J Pharmacol 1997;74(3):261-266. DOI
- Sharda DC. Berberine in the treatment of diarrhoea of infancy and childhood. J Indian M A 1970;54(1):22-24.
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- Tripathi YB and Shukla SD. Berberis artistata inhibits PAF induced aggregation of rabbit platelets. Phytotherapy Research 1996;10:628-630.
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