Interactions on record — worth a quick check against your medications. Check your meds →
Dietary supplement

Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

Powder Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and cognitive support, nerve health, mood and anxiety.Based on those ingredients, 327 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) by BulkSupplements.com

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract, standardized to 30% polysaccharides. Polysaccharides are carbohydrate compounds in mushrooms that researchers believe may support immune function and brain health.

There are no other active ingredients, and no inactive fillers listed.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Lion's Mane Mushroom product and its label doesn't state a use — see Lion's Mane Mushroom's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for lion's mane is incomplete. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for Alzheimer disease, anxiety, athletic performance, cancer, cognitive function, or cognitive impairment.

That means studies so far haven't been strong or consistent enough to say whether it works for these purposes. If you're considering it for a specific health goal, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current research actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lion's Mane Mushroom

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 0 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Lion's Mane Mushroom is generally well tolerated when eaten as a food, but its long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been studied thoroughly. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, and skin rash.

The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough information to know it's safe in those situations, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lion's Mane Mushroom

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

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

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Lion's Mane Mushroom.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 327 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin or aspirin), diabetes medications, or immunosuppressant drugs. Lion's mane may increase bleeding risk with the first group, lower blood sugar too far with the second, and work against the third.

These are Moderate-severity concerns and deserve a quick conversation before you start.

Check your own medication Run your meds through the checker above

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Lion's Mane Mushroom may be worth considering if you're interested in cognitive or immune support and have no interactions with your current medications. However, avoid it if you take blood thinners, diabetes drugs, or immunosuppressants without checking first.

The evidence for what it actually does is still limited, and it's not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Before you add it, confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that it won't interfere with your medications or health situation.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 22, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides), straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Net contents 500 Gram(s); 17.6 oz
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 22, 2021
DSLD ID 254522
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the 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 Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) by BulkSupplements.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
500 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
500 mg
Servings per container
1000
IngredientAmount% DV
Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract500 mg--

Other ingredients: None

Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.

Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
General Statements

Clean & pure bulk supplements

Formulation

Color may vary

Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 500 mg once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place

See for yourself

Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) by BulkSupplements.com label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) by BulkSupplements.com

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size500 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container1000 Amounts shown are per serving.

Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract

Interacts with
327 drugs
500 mg per serving Form: Polysaccharides

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...

Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

Want to check YOUR meds against Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides)?

Ask about interactions with your drugs in plain English — “Can I take it with lisinopril?” — and we find you the answer in seconds, ingredient by ingredient.

Go to the checker
327Drugs
327 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Lion's Mane Mushroom Extract3 drug types · 327 drugs

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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides), from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

See all BulkSupplements.com products
Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) has a known interaction with 327 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
What's actually in this product?
It's lion's mane mushroom extract — just one ingredient — standardized to 30% polysaccharides, which are compounds in mushrooms that may support immune and brain function. No fillers or other active ingredients.
Does lion's mane actually work for brain health or memory?
The evidence isn't clear enough yet. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for Alzheimer disease, cognitive function, or cognitive impairment — meaning studies haven't been strong or consistent enough to say yes or no. Talk with your doctor about whether it's worth trying for your situation.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — there isn't enough safety data, so the research advises against it in both situations. If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before considering this supplement.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people tolerate it well, but some experience gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, or skin rash. Stop and check with your pharmacist if any of these bother you or don't go away.
I take a blood thinner — is this safe for me?
Lab research suggests lion's mane may increase bleeding risk with blood thinners or aspirin-type drugs. Don't start it without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first — they can tell you whether it's okay with your specific medication.
Is this safe to use long-term?
While lion's mane is generally well tolerated, long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been well studied. If you plan to take it regularly, chat with your pharmacist about what to watch for and how often to check in.

Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy

Not sure if Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) is safe with your meds?

Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.

Ask a pharmacist

Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.

Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides) label
Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides)’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Lion's Mane Mushroom (30% Polysaccharides)'s label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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

The 6 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.

Lion's Mane Mushroom 6 references
  1. Product information for <em>Niaspan</em>. Abbott Laboratories. North Chicago, IL 60064. April 2015.
  2. Liang B, Guo Z, Xie F, Zhao A. Antihyperglycemic and antihyperlipidemic activities of aqueous extract of Hericium erinaceus in experimental diabetic rats. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2013;13:253. PubMed
  3. Mori K, Inatomi S, Ouchi K, Azumi Y, Tuchida T. Improving effects of the mushroom Yamabushitake (Hericium erinaceus) on mild cognitive impairment: a double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial. Phytother Res. 2009;23(3):367-72.
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. Tian B, Liu R, Xu T, et al. Modulating effects of Hericium erinaceus polysaccharides on the immune response by regulating gut microbiota in cyclophosphamide-treated mice. J Sci Food Agric 2023;103(6):3050-3064.

See these in context on the Lion's Mane Mushroom monograph →

Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.

DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

© 2021 Therapeutic Research Center, LLC

Keep exploring