Kidney Toner Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Kidney Toner 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 Toner is a dietary supplement by Mountain Meadow Herbs with 8 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for urinary tract complaints, diuretic (increasing urine flow), bloating and fluid retention.Based on those ingredients, 2,138 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Marshmallow, Buchu, Parsley. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Kidney Toner by Mountain Meadow Herbs
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
Kidney Toner is a liquid blend with 8 ingredients. The active herbal components are buchu, marshmallow, cornsilk, parsley, cleavers, blue vervain, shepherd's purse, and European vervain.
The product also contains vegetable glycerin, distilled water, and organic grain alcohol as inactive ingredients to preserve and deliver the herbs.
Does it work?
Not established
We don't have effectiveness data for most of these ingredients in our records. Parsley, marshmallow, and shepherd's purse have all been studied for various uses — urinary tract infections, digestive issues, and postpartum bleeding, among others — but the evidence available to us is rated insufficient to say whether they actually work for those purposes.
The same goes for the other ingredients: we simply don't have established effectiveness ratings for them in the data we hold.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Buchu is generally used in food amounts, but medicinal doses lack strong safety data and the essential oil may irritate. Marshmallow and parsley are generally well tolerated at moderate doses, though parsley in very high amounts (10 grams or more of certain compounds) can cause serious effects like anemia and low platelet counts — though that's far beyond typical supplement amounts.
Shepherd's purse may cause sedation, changes in blood pressure, or heart palpitations in some people. During pregnancy, buchu and shepherd's purse are likely unsafe — the data advises against them.
For parsley and marshmallow, there isn't enough reliable safety data to know whether they're safe in pregnancy; talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice. During breastfeeding, buchu should be avoided; marshmallow and shepherd's purse lack sufficient safety information, so a discussion with your pharmacist is wise.
We have no pregnancy or breastfeeding data on file for cornsilk, cleavers, blue vervain, or European vervain.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking Kidney Toner, double-check if you use anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs like warfarin, clopidogrel, or aspirin (parsley and buchu may increase bleeding risk); antidiabetes drugs (parsley may lower blood sugar too much); lithium (buchu and marshmallow may raise its levels); CYP1A2 substrates — drugs broken down by a specific liver enzyme (parsley may raise their levels); diuretics or water pills (parsley may interfere); thyroid hormone (shepherd's purse may interfere); sedatives or CNS depressants (shepherd's purse may add to drowsiness); sirolimus, an immunosuppressant (parsley may raise levels); or pentobarbital or other barbiturates (parsley may prolong effects). Run each medication through the checker.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you take any blood thinners, diabetes medications, lithium, thyroid hormones, or sedatives, you need to check your exact medications with the tool on this page before starting Kidney Toner. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should talk with their pharmacist first.
This product is not for everyone, and a quick medication check will tell you if it's right for you.
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Assessment coverage: 4 of 8 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 25, 2020.
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 Toner, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Mountain Meadow Herbs |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 813086010968 |
| Net contents | 4 fl. Oz.; 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 212672 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Children 4 or More Years of Age, Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Kidney Toner by Mountain Meadow Herbs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 1.25 mL | -- |
| Buchu | 0 NP | -- |
| Marshmallow | 0 NP | -- |
| Cornsilk | 0 NP | -- |
| Parsley | 0 NP | -- |
| Cleavers | 0 NP | -- |
| Blue Vervain | 0 NP | -- |
| Shepherd's Purse | 0 NP | -- |
| European Vervain | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, distilled Water, organic Grain Alcohol
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Formulation
Kidney strengthener
GF (Gluten Free) Sugar Free
Vegan
Support for compromised kidneys Help to flush kidneys Strengthen and promote dryness Gentle and soothing
General Statements
Everyday health
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: 3-11 years: 1/8 tsp. 12 years and older: 1/4 tsp. Take in warm water 1-3 times daily.
Shake well.
Precautions
Caution: If you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking a prescription, consult your health care provider before using this product.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place out of sunlight.
Seals/Symbols
Made in Montana USA
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Kidney Toner by Mountain Meadow Herbs label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Kidney Toner by Mountain Meadow Herbs
These are the 8 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.25 Teaspoon(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container96 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
- › Buchu
- › Marshmallow
- › Cornsilk
- › Parsley
- › Cleavers
- › Blue Vervain
- › Shepherd's Purse
- › European Vervain
Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, Distilled Water, Organic Grain Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Kidney Toner by Mountain Meadow Herbs Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Kidney Toner by Mountain Meadow Herbs contains eight ingredients, and several of them interact with medications.
The most serious concerns involve parsley, which has documented Moderate-severity interactions with a broad range of drugs affecting blood sugar, blood clotting, heart rhythms, and other key systems.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Parsley's interactions span antidiabetes drugs (it may lower blood sugar), anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs like warfarin and aspirin (it may increase bleeding risk), and drugs broken down by a liver enzyme called CYP1A2 (parsley may raise their levels). It also interacts with diuretics (water pills), pentobarbital (a sedative), and sirolimus (an immunosuppressant used after organ transplant).
These are all Moderate-severity concerns.
Buchu carries Moderate-severity interactions with hepatotoxic drugs (ones that can damage the liver), anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs, and lithium. Marshmallow also interacts with lithium (Moderate) and may reduce how well your body absorbs oral medications (Minor).
Shepherd's Purse has Moderate interactions with sedatives and thyroid hormone medications. Altogether, these interactions span 2,115 individual medications.
We could not check cornsilk, cleavers, blue vervain, or European vervain — we hold no interaction data for them. Run your exact medications through the checker on this page before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Kidney Toner interact with 2,138 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
4 of the 8 ingredients in Kidney Toner interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Marshmallow Buchu Parsley Shepherd's Purse
Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ParsleyAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Parsley + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionBuchuAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu may have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Buchu + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Ambrisentan interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Ambrisentan interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ParsleyDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might enhance or interfere with the effects of diuretic drugs.
Read the full Parsley + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAminoglutethimideCytadren
How Aminoglutethimide interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Shepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Aminoglutethimide interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Aminoglutethimide interactionAminophylline, Amobarbital, EphedrineAmesec
How Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Shepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interactionAminosalicylic AcidPaser
How Aminosalicylic Acid interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Aminosalicylic Acid interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Aminosalicylic Acid interactionAmiodaroneCordarone, Pacerone
How Amiodarone interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Amiodarone interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amiodarone interactionAmitriptylineElavil
How Amitriptyline interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ParsleyCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Parsley + Amitriptyline interactionShepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Amitriptyline interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amitriptyline interactionAmitriptyline, ChlordiazepoxideLimbitrol DS
How Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Shepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interactionParsleyCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Parsley + Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amitriptyline, Chlordiazepoxide interactionAmitriptyline, PerphenazineEtrafon, Etrafon-A, Etrafon-Forte, Triavil
How Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ParsleyCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Parsley + Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interactionShepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amitriptyline, Perphenazine interactionAmmonium ChlorideAmmonium Chloride
How Ammonium Chloride interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ParsleyDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might enhance or interfere with the effects of diuretic drugs.
Read the full Parsley + Ammonium Chloride interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Ammonium Chloride interactionAmobarbitalAmytal
How Amobarbital interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Shepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Amobarbital interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amobarbital interactionAmobarbital, Ephedrine SulfateEphedrine & Amytal
How Amobarbital, Ephedrine Sulfate interacts with Kidney Toner — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Shepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Amobarbital, Ephedrine Sulfate interactionAmobarbital, SecobarbitalTuinal
How Amobarbital, Secobarbital interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Shepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Amobarbital, Secobarbital interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amobarbital, Secobarbital interactionAmoxicillinAmix, Amoram, Amoxident, Amoxil Capsules, Amoxil Injection, Galenamox +3 more
How Amoxicillin interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Amoxicillin interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amoxicillin interactionAmoxicillin VeterinaryBiomox
How Amoxicillin Veterinary interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Amoxicillin Veterinary interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amoxicillin Veterinary interactionAmoxicillin, Clavulanate PotassiumAugmentin, Augmentin '125/31 SF', Augmentin '250/62 SF', Augmentin XR, Augmentin-Duo 400/57, Clavulin
How Amoxicillin, Clavulanate Potassium interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Amoxicillin, Clavulanate Potassium interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amoxicillin, Clavulanate Potassium interactionAmoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, RifabutinTalicia
How Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amoxicillin, Omeprazole Magnesium, Rifabutin interactionAmphotericin, TetracyclineMysteclin-F
How Amphotericin, Tetracycline interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Amphotericin, Tetracycline interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Amphotericin, Tetracycline interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu may have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Buchu + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionParsleyAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Parsley + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionMarshmallowAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, marshmallow flower might have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Marshmallow + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu may have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Buchu + Anagrelide interactionParsleyCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Parsley + Anagrelide interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Anagrelide interactionAnidulafunginEraxis
How Anidulafungin interacts with Kidney Toner — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Anidulafungin interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu may have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Buchu + Anisindione interactionParsleyAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Parsley + Anisindione interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Anisindione interactionAntidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) InhibitorGlyxambi
How Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ParsleyAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Parsley + Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interactionAntithrombin IiiThrombate III
How Antithrombin Iii interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu may have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Buchu + Antithrombin Iii interactionParsleyAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Parsley + Antithrombin Iii interactionMarshmallowAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Oral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, marshmallow flower might have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Marshmallow + Antithrombin Iii interactionApixabanEliquis
How Apixaban interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ParsleyAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Parsley + Apixaban interactionBuchuAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
MarshmallowAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Oral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, marshmallow flower might have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Marshmallow + Apixaban interactionAprobarbital, Butabarbital, PhenobarbitalTriple Barbital
How Aprobarbital, Butabarbital, Phenobarbital interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Shepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Aprobarbital, Butabarbital, Phenobarbital interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Aprobarbital, Butabarbital, Phenobarbital interactionAprocitentanTryvio
How Aprocitentan interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin.
Read the full Buchu + Aprocitentan interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Aprocitentan interactionArgatrobanArgatroban
How Argatroban interacts with Kidney Toner — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
BuchuAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Buchu may have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Buchu + Argatroban interactionParsleyAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, parsley might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Parsley + Argatroban interactionMarshmallowAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Oral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, marshmallow flower might have antiplatelet effects.
Read the full Marshmallow + Argatroban interactionAripiprazoleAbilify, Abilify Maintena, Abilify Mycite
How Aripiprazole interacts with Kidney Toner — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Shepherd's PurseCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Read the full Shepherd's Purse + Aripiprazole interactionMarshmallowOral Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow + Aripiprazole interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Kidney Toner 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.
Marshmallow
Lithium
Theoretically, due to potential diuretic effects, marshmallow might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Marshmallow is thought to have diuretic properties. To avoid lithium toxicity, the dose of lithium might need to be decreased when used with marshmallow.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, marshmallow flower might have antiplatelet effects.
Animal research suggests that marshmallow flower extract has antiplatelet effects. However, the root and leaf of marshmallow, not the flower, are the plant parts most commonly found in dietary supplements. Theoretically, use of marshmallow flower with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs can have additive effects, and might increase the risk for bleeding in some patients.
Oral Drugs
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Marshmallow contains mucilage which can affect oral drug absorption. To avoid changes in absorption, take marshmallow 30-60 minutes after oral medications.
Buchu
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Buchu may have antiplatelet effects. Theoretically, buchu may enhance the effects of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs and increase the risk of bleeding in some patients. Some anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs include aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), dalteparin (Fragmin), enoxaparin (Lovenox), heparin, ticlopidine (Ticlid), warfarin (Coumadin), and others.
Hepatotoxic Drugs
Buchu contains pulegone, a known hepatotoxin. There is some concern that buchu may adversely affect the liver, especially when the leaf is used in large doses or the oil is ingested. Theoretically, concomitant use with hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage. Some of these drugs include acarbose (Precose, Prandase), amiodarone (Cordarone), atorvastatin (Lipitor), azathioprine (Imuran), carbamazepine (Tegretol), cerivastatin (Baycol), diclofenac (Voltaren), felbamate (Felbatol), fenofibrate (Tricor), fluvastatin (Lescol), gemfibrozil (Lopid), isoniazid, itraconazole, (Sporanox), ketoconazole (Nizoral), leflunomide (Arava), lovastatin (Mevacor), methotrexate (Rheumatrex), nevirapine (Viramune), niacin, nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin), pioglitazone (Actos), pravastatin (Pravachol), pyrazinamide, rifampin (Rifadin), ritonavir (Norvir), rosiglitazone (Avandia), simvastatin (Zocor), tacrine (Cognex), tamoxifen, terbinafine (Lamisil), valproic acid, and zileuton (Zyflo)
Lithium
Buchu is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, buchu might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Parsley
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, parsley might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Animal research suggests that parsley has antiplatelet effects.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, parsley might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that parsley might decrease blood glucose. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, parsley might increase serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
Laboratory research suggests that parsley can inhibit CYP1A2.
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, parsley might enhance or interfere with the effects of diuretic drugs.
Animal research suggests that parsley seed extract increases urine elimination. Parsley leaf and root might also interfere with diuretic therapy due their purported aquaretic effects.
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)
Theoretically, parsley might increase the duration of pentobarbital effects.
Animal research suggests that parsley juice prolongs the action of pentobarbital, perhaps by decreasing cytochrome P450 levels. It is not known if this occurs in humans or if this applies to other barbiturates or sedatives.
Sirolimus (Rapamune)
Theoretically, large quantities of parsley might increase sirolimus levels.
In one case report, an adult female with a history of kidney transplant presented with elevated blood sirolimus levels, approximately 4-7 times greater than previous measures, after daily consumption of a juice containing approximately 30 grams of parsley for 7 days. Sirolimus levels returned to normal a week after the parsley juice was discontinued.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, large amounts of parsley leaf and root might decrease the effects of warfarin.
Parlsey contains vitamin K.
Aspirin
Theoretically, aspirin might increase the severity of allergic reactions to parsley.
In one case, severe urticaria and swelling were reported after taking aspirin with parsley in an individual with a known mild parsley allergy.
Shepherd's Purse
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Thyroid Hormone
Theoretically, concomitant use may interfere with thyroid dysfunction therapy.
Brand information
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Mountain Meadow Herbs
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- Mountain Meadow Herbs, Inc.
- Street Address
- 1019 Hard Rock Rd
- City
- Somers
- State
- MT
- ZipCode
- 59932
- Phone Number
- 888.528.8615
- Web Address
- www.mmherbs.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Kidney Toner’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Buchu
Interacts with 481 drugsBuchu is a fragrant South African shrub whose leaves are traditionally used for urinary and bladder complaints and as a diuretic. Solid human studies are lacking, so its benefits are largely...
Read the full Buchu monograph → Herb & supplement monographMarshmallow
Interacts with 2,040 drugsMarshmallow root is a traditional herb rich in soothing, gel-like fibers called mucilage, which is why it has long been used for coughs, sore throats, and stomach irritation. Evidence for th...
Read the full Marshmallow monograph → Herb & supplement monographParsley
Interacts with 443 drugsParsley is a popular culinary herb that is safe to eat in normal food amounts and is a good source of vitamins K and C. It is traditionally used as a diuretic and for digestion, but solid hu...
Read the full Parsley monograph → Herb & supplement monographShepherd's Purse
Interacts with 264 drugsShepherd's purse is a traditional herb most often used to help slow heavy menstrual bleeding and other minor bleeding, but solid human research is very limited. Because it may affect blood c...
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The 33 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.
Buchu 3 references
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
- Fetrow CW, Avila JR. Professional's Handbook of Complementary & Alternative Medicines. 1st ed. Springhouse, PA: Springhouse Corp., 1999.
- Moolla A, Viljoen AM. 'Buchu' - Agathosma betulina and Agathosma crenulata (Retaceae): a review. J Ethnopharmacol 2008;119(3):413-9.
Marshmallow 5 references
- Monographs on the medicinal uses of plant drugs. Exeter, UK: European Scientific Co-op Phytother, 1997.
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
- Hage-Sleiman R, Mroueh M, Daher CF. Pharmacological evaluation of aqueous extract of Althaea officinalis flower grown in Lebanon. Pharm Biol 2011;49(3):327-33.
Parsley 21 references
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
- Robbers JE, Tyler VE. Tyler's Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals. New York, NY: The Haworth Herbal Press, 1999.
- Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal, 4th ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1999. DOI
- Eberhard P, Gall HM, Muller I, Moller R. Dramatic augmentation of a food allergy by acetylsalicylic acid. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2000;105:844 PubMed
- Tunali T, Yarat A, Yanardag R, et al. Effect of parsley (Petroselinum crispum) on the skin of STZ induced diabetic rats. Phytother Res 1999;13:138-41.. DOI
- Chuang CH, Doyle P, Wang JD, et al. Herbal medicines used during the first trimester and major congenital malformations: an analysis of data from a pregnancy cohort study. Drug Saf 2006;29:537-48. PubMed
- Ciganda C, and Laborde A. Herbal infusions used for induced abortion. J Toxicol.Clin Toxicol. 2003;41:235-239. PubMed
- Jakovljevic, V., Raskovic, A., Popovic, M., and Sabo, J. The effect of celery and parsley juices on pharmacodynamic activity of drugs involving cytochrome P450 in their metabolism. Eur.J Drug Metab Pharmacokinet. 2002;27(3):153-156. PubMed
- Kreydiyyeh, S. I. and Usta, J. Diuretic effect and mechanism of action of parsley. J Ethnopharmacol 2002;79(3):353-357. PubMed
- Yanardag, R., Bolkent, S., Tabakoglu-Oguz, A., and Ozsoy-Sacan, O. Effects of Petroselinum crispum extract on pancreatic B cells and blood glucose of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Biol Pharm Bull. 2003;26(8):1206-1210. PubMed
- Bolkent, S., Yanardag, R., Ozsoy-Sacan, O., and Karabulut-Bulan, O. Effects of parsley (Petroselinum crispum) on the liver of diabetic rats: a morphological and biochemical study. Phytother.Res 2004;18(12):996-999.
- Ozsoy-Sacan, O., Yanardag, R., Orak, H., Ozgey, Y., Yarat, A., and Tunali, T. Effects of parsley (Petroselinum crispum) extract versus glibornuride on the liver of streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. J Ethnopharmacol 3-8-2006;104(1-2):175-181. PubMed
- Peterson, S., Lampe, J. W., Bammler, T. K., Gross-Steinmeyer, K., and Eaton, D. L. Apiaceous vegetable constituents inhibit human cytochrome P-450 1A2 (hCYP1A2) activity and hCYP1A2-mediated mutagenicity of aflatoxin B1. Food Chem.Toxicol. 2006;44(9):147 PubMed
- Gadi, D., Bnouham, M., Aziz, M., Ziyyat, A., Legssyer, A., Legrand, C., Lafeve, F. F., and Mekhfi, H. Parsley extract inhibits in vitro and ex vivo platelet aggregation and prolongs bleeding time in rats. J Ethnopharmacol 8-17-2009;125(1):170-174. PubMed
- Arslan S, Ucar R, Caliskaner AZ. A Cases of Near-fatal Anaphylaxis: Parsley "Over-use" as an Herbal Remedy. Med Arch. 2014;68(6):426-7.
- Foti C, Cassano N, Mistrello G, Amato S, Romita P, Vena GA. Contact urticaria to raw arugula and parsley. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2011 May;106(5):447-8. PubMed
- Farzaei MH, Abbasabadi Z, Ardekani MR, Rahimi R, Farzaei F. Parsley: a review of ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry and biological activities. J Tradit Chin Med. 2013;33(6):815-26. PubMed
- Kurtaran M, Koc NS, Aksun MS, Yildirim T, Yilmaz SR, Erdem Y. Petroselinum crispum, a commonly consumed food, affects sirolimus level in a renal transplant recipient: a case report. Ther Adv Drug Saf 2021;12:20420986211009358.
Shepherd's Purse 4 references
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Naafe M, Kariman N, Keshavarz Z, et al. Effect of hydroalcoholic extracts of Capsella bursa-pastoris on heavy menstrual bleeding: A randomized clinical trial. J Altern Complement Med. 2018;24(7):694-700. PubMed
- Ghalandari S, Kariman N, Sheikhan Z, et al. Effect of hydroalcoholic extract of Capsella bursa pastoris on early postpartum hemorrhage: A clinical trial study. J Altern Complement Med. 2017;23(10):794-799.
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