Marshmallow Root Extract Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Marshmallow Root Extract Powder 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
Marshmallow Root Extract Powder is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for cough and sore throat, dry mouth and throat irritation, digestive upset and heartburn.Based on those ingredients, 2,040 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Marshmallow Root Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Marshmallow Root Extract Powder 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: marshmallow root extract. Marshmallow root has been used traditionally to soothe inflamed mucous membranes in your mouth, throat, and digestive tract.
The inactive ingredient is maltodextrin, a common binder and filler used in powders.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for marshmallow root's effectiveness isn't established in the data we hold. The product is marketed for vaginal yeast infections, diarrhea, leg ulcers, eczema, and respiratory infections, but we have insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for any of these uses.
If you're considering it for a specific condition, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether the research supports it for your situation.
How safe is it?
Some data gaps
Marshmallow root is generally well tolerated for short-term use, though human safety data are limited. We don't have enough reliable information to say whether it's safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding — the safety data advises against use in both cases, so if you're pregnant, nursing, or planning either, talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
No adverse effects are documented in the data we hold.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
If you take lithium, you'll want to discuss this with your pharmacist before starting — marshmallow may affect how your body handles it and require a dose adjustment. Also check if you're on oral medications, blood thinners, or antiplatelet drugs, and time the marshmallow at least 30 to 60 minutes apart from your pills.
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.
Marshmallow root extract is a single-ingredient supplement that's been used traditionally for throat and digestive comfort. If you take lithium or other oral medications, a quick check with your pharmacist is worthwhile.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Best to ask your doctor first.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 23, 2025.
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 Marshmallow Root Extract Powder, straight from the product label.
| Brand | BulkSupplements.com |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | X0019Q473V |
| Net contents | 100 Gram(s); 3.5 Ounce(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 23, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 329738 |
| 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 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Marshmallow Root Extract Powder by BulkSupplements.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Marshmallow Root Extract | 1200 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Maltodextrin
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Brand IP Statement(s)
BulkSupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements
Formula
Marshmallow Root Extract Powder 1200 mg per serving
Formulation
Color may vary
Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten
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 1200 mg (about 1/2 tsp) once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician.
General Statements
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Storage
Store in a dry, cool place Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur.
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Marshmallow Root Extract Powder by BulkSupplements.com label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Marshmallow Root Extract Powder by BulkSupplements.com
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1200 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container83 Amounts shown are per serving.
Marshmallow Root Extract
Interacts with2,040 drugs
Marshmallow 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,...
Marshmallow Root Extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Marshmallow Root Extract Powder by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Marshmallow Root Extract Powder by BulkSupplements.com does interact with certain medications, so it's worth a quick check before you start.
The most serious concern is lithium (used for mood disorders). Marshmallow may have mild water-pill effects that could reduce how your body clears lithium, raising its levels and risking toxicity — if you take lithium, your doctor may need to adjust your dose.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Second, marshmallow contains a thick, gummy substance called mucilage that can coat your digestive tract and slow down how your body absorbs other oral medications. To avoid this, take marshmallow at least 30 to 60 minutes after you take your other pills.
Finally, marshmallow flower (not the root in this product) has shown antiplatelet effects in animal studies — theoretically, the root could have minor effects if combined with blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, though the risk is lower than with the flower.
Altogether, these interactions span 2,021 individual medications. Use the medication checker below to look up your exact prescriptions before adding this product.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Marshmallow Root Extract Powder interact with 2,040 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Marshmallow Root Extract Powder interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Marshmallow Root Extract
Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug)Eskalith, Lithium Carbonate
How Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interacts with Marshmallow Root Extract Powder — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Marshmallow Root ExtractOral Drugs, Lithium Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, mucilage in marshmallow might impair absorption of oral drugs.
Read the full Marshmallow Root Extract + Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Marshmallow Root Extract Powder 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.
Marshmallow Root Extract
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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Marshmallow Root Extract Powder, from the product label.
BulkSupplements.com
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- BulkSupplements.com
- Street Address
- 7511 Eastgate Rd
- City
- Henderson
- State
- NV
- ZipCode
- 89011
- Web Address
- BulkSupplements.com
Marshmallow Root Extract Powder by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Marshmallow Root Extract Powder’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Marshmallow Root Extract Powder'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 5 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.
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.
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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.
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