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Magnolia Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Magnolia Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anxiety and stress, sleep problems, digestive upset.Based on those ingredients, 351 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Magnolia Bark Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Magnolia Extract 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.

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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.

Magnolia Extract contains one active ingredient: magnolia bark extract, a concentrated form derived from magnolia bark. This ingredient is standardized to deliver the compounds thought responsible for magnolia's effects — chiefly honokiol and magnolol.

The powder form also contains dextrin as an inactive ingredient (a carrier or filler).

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Magnolia's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Magnolia for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Gingivitis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence we hold rates magnolia bark extract as possibly effective for gingivitis (gum inflammation). For allergic rhinitis (hay fever), anxiety, and dental plaque, the data isn't solid enough to rate it one way or the other — we'd need stronger or more human trials to know whether it works for these uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Magnolia

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 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.

Magnolia bark extract is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth, though human safety data is limited and long-term use hasn't been thoroughly studied. Pregnancy safety data advises against use — the facts note some sources caution it may affect the uterus.

Breastfeeding safety data isn't reliable either, so it's best avoided while nursing. In clinical trials, a small number of participants reported side effects like sexual dysfunction, shaking hands, numbness around the mouth, fatigue, and headache, though it's unclear whether magnolia was the cause.

Topical use occasionally causes contact dermatitis (skin irritation).

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Magnolia

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 — Magnolia.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 351 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.

Before taking magnolia extract, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you use CNS depressants (sedatives, sleep aids, opioids, benzodiazepines) or blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel). Magnolia may increase sedation or bleeding risk with these medications at moderate severity.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Magnolia extract may be worth considering if you have gingivitis and want to explore herbal options, though human evidence is modest. Don't use it if you're pregnant, and be cautious if you breastfeed.

If you take blood thinners, CNS depressants, or any regular medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist first — this extract could interact with them.

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 Jul 25, 2024.

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 Magnolia Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X0019Z5QZ5
Net contents 250 Gram(s); 8.8 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2024
DSLD ID 310809
Product type 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
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Magnolia Extract 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:
800 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
800 mg
Servings per container
313
UPC/BARCODE
X0019Z5QZ5
IngredientAmount% DV
Magnolia Bark Extract720 mg--

Other ingredients: Dextrin

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Brand IP Statement(s)

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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.

Formulation

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

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 800 mg (about 1/3 tsp) once daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place

Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur.

General Statements

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Magnolia Extract by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Magnolia Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size800 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container313 Amounts shown are per serving.

Magnolia Bark Extract

Interacts with
351 drugs
720 mg per serving Form: Magnolia officinalis Bark Extract

Magnolia bark and flower buds have a long history in traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine, often for stress, sleep, and digestion. Modern human r...

Magnolia Bark Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Dextrin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Magnolia Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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351 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Magnolia Extract 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.

Magnolia Bark Extract2 drug types · 351 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, magnolia might have additive effects and increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research shows that the chemicals magnolol and honokiol, isolated from magnolia bark, inhibit platelet aggregation that is experimentally induced by collagen and arachidonic acid. However, they do not inhibit platelet aggregation that is induced by adenosine diphosphate, platelet-activating factor, or thrombin. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cns Depressants

Theoretically, concomitant use of large doses of magnolia bark and CNS depressants might have additive effects.
In vitro and animal research shows that constituents extracted from magnolia bark, especially honokiol and magnolol, have sedative effects. These effects may be due to the inhibition of catecholamine release and modulation of gamma-aminobutyric acid-A (GABA-A) receptors.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Magnolia Extract, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
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Magnolia Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Magnolia Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Magnolia Extract has a known interaction with 351 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Magnolia Extract 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
No. The safety data advises against magnolia extract in pregnancy — some sources caution it may affect the uterus. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about alternatives.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable safety data on magnolia and breastfeeding to say it's okay. It's best avoided unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you otherwise.
What's magnolia extract supposed to help with?
Magnolia is possibly effective for gingivitis (gum inflammation). For allergies, anxiety, and dental plaque, we don't have strong enough evidence to know whether it works.
Does it cause side effects?
Oral magnolia is generally well tolerated. A small number of trial participants reported sexual dysfunction, tremor, numbness, fatigue, and headache, though it's unclear if magnolia caused them. Topical use occasionally causes contact dermatitis (skin irritation).
Can I take this with my sleep medication?
Possibly not — magnolia may add to the sedating effects of sleep aids and other CNS depressants, causing extra drowsiness or impaired alertness. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining them.

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Magnolia Extract'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 9 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.

Magnolia 9 references
  1. Kuribara H, Kishi E, Hattori N, et al. The anxiolytic effect of two oriental herbal drugs in Japan attributed to honokiol from magnolia bark. J Pharm Pharmacol 2000;52:1425-9. PubMed
  2. Tachikawa E, Takahashi M, Kashimoto T. Effects of extract and ingredients isolated from Magnolia obovata thunberg on catecholamine secretion from bovine adrenal chromaffin cells. Biochem Pharmacol 2000;60:433-40. PubMed
  3. Jung KY, Kim DS, Oh SR, et al. Magnone A and B, novel anti-PAF tetrahydrofuran lignans from the flower buds of Magnolia fargesii. J Nat Prod 1998;61:808-11.
  4. Garrison R, Chambliss WG. Effect of a proprietary Magnolia and Phellodendron extract on weight management: a pilot, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Altern Ther Health Med 2006;12:50-4.
  5. Teng CM, Chen CC, Ko FN, et al. Two antiplatelet agents from Magnolia officinalis. Thromb Res 1988;50:757-65. PubMed
  6. Ghys K, De Palma A, Vandevenne A, Werbrouck J, Goossens A. Magnolia officinalis bark extract, a recently identified contact allergen in 'anti-ageing' cosmetics. Contact Dermatitis. 2015 Aug;73(2):130-2.
  7. Raison-Peyron N, Césaire A, Du-Thanh A, Dereure O. Allergic contact dermatitis caused by Magnolia officinalis bark extract in a facial anti-ageing cream. Contact Dermatitis. 2015 Jun;72(6):416-7.
  8. Nilausen TD, Johansen JD, Thyssen JP. Allergic contact dermatitis of the face caused by Magnolia officinalis bark extract. Contact Dermatitis. 2016;75(6):385-87.
  9. Amat-Samaranch V, López-Sánchez C, Tubau C, Puig L, Serra-Baldrich E. Vulvar allergic contact dermatitis caused by Magnolia officinalis bark extract. Contact Dermatitis 2022;87(1):96-97.

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