Lion's Mane Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by SuperiorLabs
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lion's Mane 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
Lion's Mane is a dietary supplement by SuperiorLabs with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for flavoring and culinary use, digestive complaints like bloating and indigestion, boosting absorption of other supplements.Based on those ingredients, 1,101 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are organic Black Pepper extract, organic Lion's Mane Mushroom powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Lion's Mane by SuperiorLabs
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What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains 2 active ingredients: organic black pepper extract and organic lion's mane mushroom powder. Black pepper provides piperine, the compound responsible for its taste and its interaction profile.
Lion's mane mushroom is a fungal powder used in traditional and supplement medicine. The product also includes plant cellulose and organic rice concentrate as inactive ingredients (fillers and capsule material).
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for both ingredients falls short of what we need to make a solid claim. Black pepper has insufficient reliable evidence for hay fever, asthma, athletic performance, headache, depression, and diarrhea.
Lion's mane mushroom similarly shows insufficient reliable evidence for Alzheimer's disease, anxiety, athletic performance, cancer, and cognitive function or impairment. Neither ingredient has an established effectiveness rating in our data for any condition.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Black pepper is generally well tolerated at food-spice amounts, though concentrated supplements warrant more caution. The most common side effects are a burning aftertaste, indigestion, and reduced taste perception.
Allergic reactions are rare but possible in sensitive people. Lion's mane mushroom is generally well tolerated as a food but hasn't been studied long-term at supplement doses.
Common side effects include stomach discomfort, nausea, and skin rash. For pregnancy, black pepper is rated likely safe, but lion's mane has not been adequately studied—the safety data advises against it during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you take any seizure medications (especially phenytoin), blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, heart medications like propranolol, diabetes medications, immunosuppressants, or antibiotics like rifampin. The black pepper extract may change how these drugs work in your body.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This two-ingredient product carries significant medication interactions, especially with seizure drugs, heart and blood-pressure medications, antibiotics, and blood thinners. Neither ingredient has solid evidence for the conditions they're often marketed for.
If you take any prescription medications, check them against the search tool on this page before starting. Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you whether it's right for you.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 19, 2021.
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 Lion's Mane, straight from the product label.
| Brand | SuperiorLabs |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 850569006568 |
| Net contents | 90 Vegetable Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 19, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 256019 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lion's Mane by SuperiorLabs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| organic Black Pepper extract | 9.9 mg | -- |
| organic Lion's Mane Mushroom powder | 2100 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Plant Cellulose, organic Rice concentrate
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Formula
Lion's Mane is an edible and medicinal mushroom belonging to the tooth fungus group.
Lion's Mane capsules manufactured for Superior Labs contain 2,100 mg pure Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder with absolutely no magnesium stearate, dioxides preservatives or other potentially harmful artificial ingredients of any kind.
Formulation
It contains compounds that support the health of brain cells. Many of its benefits come from its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Lion's Mane capsules manufactured for Superior Labs contain 2,100 mg pure Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder with absolutely no magnesium stearate, dioxides preservatives or other potentially harmful artificial ingredients of any kind.
This product is formulated developed and manufactured in a FDA registered and GMP certified facility that is 3rd party inspected by a leading compliance authority for superior quality assurance.
100% pure Pure and potent adaptogen
Cognitive function Supports nerve growth factor Mood, memory & focus Immune support
Does Not Contain: Magnesium stearate, dioxides, preservatives, or artificial ingredients of any kind.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement take 3 capsules per day, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Precautions
Caution: Do not exceed recommended dosage.
Please consult a physician before consuming this product if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition.
Not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18.
Do not use safety seal is damaged or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
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.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Metal Safe Heavy Metal Tested Made in USA Certified GMP Facility
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Lion's Mane by SuperiorLabs label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Lion's Mane by SuperiorLabs
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size3 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 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.
Organic Black Pepper extract
Interacts with1,019 drugs
Black pepper is a common kitchen spice that is generally safe in the amounts used in food. Its extract, piperine, is mostly added to supplements to he...
Organic Black Pepper extract monograph & interactionsOrganic Lion's Mane Mushroom powder
Interacts with327 drugs
Lion's mane is an edible mushroom that is popular as a 'nootropic' for memory, focus, and nerve health, but solid human evidence is still limited and...
Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Plant Cellulose, Organic Rice concentrate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lion's Mane by SuperiorLabs Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Lion's Mane by SuperiorLabs contains black pepper extract and lion's mane mushroom powder, both of which have documented interactions with medications.
The most serious finding involves black pepper: it may increase blood levels of the seizure medication phenytoin (Dilantin), which could raise your risk of side effects. Research shows that piperine, black pepper's active compound, can double phenytoin levels when taken together.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Black pepper also interacts with several other medications at Moderate severity. It may increase blood levels of the heart drug propranolol (Inderal), the antibiotic rifampin (Rifadin), the anti-HIV drug nevirapine (Viramune), the breathing medication theophylline, and theoretically the cholesterol drug atorvastatin (Lipitor) and the immunosuppressant cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune).
It may also increase the sedative effects of pentobarbital (Nembutal).
Lion's mane mushroom carries three Moderate-severity interactions: with blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (increased bleeding risk), diabetes medications (additive blood-sugar-lowering effects), and immunosuppressants (possible interference with therapy).
Altogether, these interactions span 1,102 individual medications. Use the medication checker below to look up your exact drugs before starting this product.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Lion's Mane interact with 1,101 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 2 ingredients in Lion's Mane interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. organic Black Pepper extract organic Lion's Mane Mushroom powder
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic, Rhinogesic JR
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlumadrine, Conex, Sinadrin Max Strength, Sinulin
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, OpiumHista-Derfule
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, PhenyltoloxamineNorel Plus
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Phenyltoloxamine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Phenyltoloxamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PseudoephedrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS Liquid Gels, Children's Tylenol Cold, Codimal, Comtrex, Extra Strength Tylenol Allergy Sinus, Lorsin +3 more
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, CodeineAcetazone Forte C8, Parafon Forte C8
How Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, Codeine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, CodeineTylenol No.3, Tylenol w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Codeine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Codeine, DoxylamineMersyndol
How Acetaminophen, Codeine, Doxylamine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Codeine, Doxylamine interactionAcetaminophen, Codeine, MethocarbamolAcetaminophen, Codeine, Methocarbamol, Robaxacet 8
How Acetaminophen, Codeine, Methocarbamol interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Codeine, Methocarbamol interactionAcetaminophen, DextromethorphanTylenol Cough Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Doxylamine, PseudoephedrineVicks NyQuil
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Doxylamine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Doxylamine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, PhenylephrineConar-A
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, PhenylpropanolamineAnatuss
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, PseudoephedrineRobitussin Cold, Severe Cold, Suphedrine Cold/Cough
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine, PyrilamineTheracaps
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine, Pyrilamine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS Flu Liquid Gels, Non Aspirin Cold Caps, Tylenol Cold, Tylenol Flu Daytime Ex Strength, Tylenol Flu Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, HydrocodoneAnexsia, Anodynos DHC, Azdone, Co-Gesic, Doucet, Lorcet +9 more
How Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Lion's Mane — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionOrganic Lion's Mane Mushroom PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, lion's mane mushroom may increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetaminophen, MeperidineDemerol APAP
How Acetaminophen, Meperidine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Meperidine interactionAcetaminophen, OxycodonePercocet, Roxicet, Tylox, Xartemis XR
How Acetaminophen, Oxycodone interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Oxycodone interactionAcetaminophen, Phenylephrine, ChlorpheniramineSuper Cold Tabs
How Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interactionAcetaminophen, PropoxypheneDarvocet-N 100, Darvocet-N 50, E-Lor, Wygesic
How Acetaminophen, Propoxyphene interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetaminophen, Propoxyphene interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Lion's Mane — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, lion's mane mushroom may have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder + Acetohexamide interactionOrganic Black Pepper ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetohexamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Lion's Mane — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, lion's mane mushroom may increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionOrganic Black Pepper ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAdagrasibKrazati
How Adagrasib interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Black Pepper ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Organic Black Pepper Extract + Adagrasib interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of lion's mane mushroom might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of lion's mane mushroom might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of lion's mane mushroom might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of lion's mane mushroom might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with Lion's Mane — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of lion's mane mushroom might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder + Adalimumab-atto interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Lion's Mane 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.
organic Black Pepper extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
In vitro research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to inhibit platelet aggregation. This has not been reported in humans.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, can reduce blood glucose levels. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.
Atorvastatin (Lipitor)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase blood levels of atorvastatin.
Animal research shows that taking piperine, a constituent of black pepper, 35 mg/kg can increase the maximum serum concentration of atorvastatin three-fold. This has not been reported in humans.
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the effects and side effects of cyclosporine.
In vitro research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, increases the bioavailability of cyclosporine. This has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
In vitro research suggests that some constituents of black pepper inhibit CYP2D6. This has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research and pharmacokinetic simulation data suggest that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, as well as the pepper fruit seem to inhibit CYP3A4. This has not been reported in humans.
Lithium
Theoretically, black pepper might increase blood levels of lithium due to its diuretic effects. The dose of lithium might need to be reduced.
Black pepper is thought to have diuretic properties.
Nevirapine (Viramune)
Black pepper might increase blood levels of nevirapine.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, increases the plasma concentration of nevirapine. However, no adverse effects were observed in this study.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, black pepper might increase levels of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to inhibit P-glycoprotein.
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the sedative effects of pentobarbital.
Animal research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, increases pentobarbital-induced sleeping time.
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
Black pepper might increase blood levels of phenytoin.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to increase absorption, slow elimination, and increase levels of phenytoin. Taking a single dose of black pepper 1 gram along with phenytoin seems to double the serum concentration of phenytoin. Consuming a soup with black pepper providing piperine 44 mg/200 mL of soup along with phenytoin also seems to increase phenytoin levels when compared with consuming the same soup without black pepper.
Propranolol (Inderal)
Black pepper might increase blood levels of propranolol.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to increase absorption and slow elimination of propranolol.
Rifampin (Rifadin)
Black pepper might increase blood levels of rifampin.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to increase absorption and serum levels of rifampin.
Theophylline
Black pepper might increase blood levels of theophylline.
Clinical research shows that piperine, a constituent of black pepper, seems to increase absorption and slow elimination of theophylline.
Amoxicillin (Amoxil, Trimox)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase the effects and side effects of amoxicillin.
Animal research shows that taking piperine, a constituent of black pepper, with amoxicillin increases plasma levels of amoxicillin. This has not been reported in humans.
Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
Theoretically, black pepper might increase blood levels of carbamazepine, potentially increasing the effects and side effects of carbamazepine.
One clinical study in patients taking carbamazepine 300 mg or 500 mg twice daily shows that taking a single 20 mg dose of purified piperine, a constituent of black pepper, increases carbamazepine levels. Piperine may increase carbamazepine absorption by increasing blood flow to the GI tract, increasing the surface area of the small intestine, or inhibiting cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) in the gut wall. Absorption was significantly increased by 7-10 mcg/mL/hour. The time to eliminate carbamazepine was also increased by 4-8 hours. Although carbamazepine levels were increased, this did not appear to increase side effects. In vitro research also shows that piperine can increase carbamazepine levels by 11% in a time-dependent manner.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, black pepper might decrease levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
In vitro research suggests that black pepper induces CYP1A2. This has not been reported in humans.
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Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, lion's mane mushroom may increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research suggests that lion's mane mushroom extracts can inhibit platelet aggregation.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, lion's mane mushroom may have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that an aqueous extract of lion's mane mushroom can reduce serum glucose and increase serum insulin.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, concurrent use of lion's mane mushroom might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
In animal and in vitro research, lion's mane mushroom polysaccharides stimulate the immune system.
Brand information
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- Park City
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- UT
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- 84098
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- (888) 708-5227
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- www.superiorlabs.com
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Black Pepper
Interacts with 1,019 drugsBlack pepper is a common kitchen spice that is generally safe in the amounts used in food. Its extract, piperine, is mostly added to supplements to help the body absorb other ingredients (li...
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Interacts with 327 drugsLion's mane is an edible mushroom that is popular as a 'nootropic' for memory, focus, and nerve health, but solid human evidence is still limited and early. It is generally well tolerated as...
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Lion's Mane'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 35 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.
Black Pepper 29 references
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- Mori K, Kikuchi H, Obara Y, et al. Inhibitory effect of hericenone B from Hericium erinaceus on collagen-induced platelet aggregation. Phytomedicine. 2010;17(14):1082-5. PubMed
- Li IC, Chang HH, Lin CH, et al. Prevention of early Alzheimer's disease by erinacine A-enriched Hericium erinaceus mycelia pilot double-blind placebo-controlled study. Front Aging Neurosci 2020 Jun 3;12:155. doi: 10.3389/fnagi.2020.00155. PubMed
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