Mastica Chios 400 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Mastica Chios 400 mg 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
Mastica Chios 400 mg is a dietary supplement by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for indigestion and stomach upset, stomach ulcers and h. pylori support, oral and gum health.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Mastica Chios 400 mg by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium
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: mastic gum at 400 mg per capsule. Mastic is a resin collected from the mastic tree and has been used traditionally in food and medicine.
The capsule itself and the microcrystalline cellulose and sodium stearyl fumarate are inactive ingredients that help deliver and stabilize the mastic.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Mastic gum is possibly effective for dyspepsia — that's stomach upset or indigestion. For brittle nails, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and cancer, the evidence we hold isn't strong enough to rate whether it works.
If you're taking this for indigestion, you may see a benefit, but talk with us or your doctor about whether it's the right choice for your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Mastic gum taken by mouth is generally well tolerated, though supplement-strength safety data are limited. Nausea, diarrhea, and constipation have been rarely reported; one person's constipation stopped two days after stopping the supplement.
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety information, so it's best to avoid medicinal amounts — talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing before starting this.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the mastic gum in this product. Because supplement-strength safety information is limited, run your medications through the checker below before you start — especially if you take blood thinners, diabetes drugs, or anything for stomach or liver health.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Mastica Chios is a single-ingredient supplement for people interested in mastic gum's traditional use for indigestion. The evidence for that use is modest, and safety data for supplement doses are limited.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medications for a chronic condition, check with your pharmacist 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 Mar 24, 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 Mastica Chios 400 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 624917080124 |
| Net contents | 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 24, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 214688 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Mastica Chios 400 mg by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Mastic Gum | 1200 mg, 400 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Capsule, Sodium Stearyl Fumarate
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Formulation
GMP Manufacturing Quality assured Independent testing
Supports gastrointestinal health
Vegan
Non-GMO Gluten free
AOR guarantees that all ingredients have been declared on the label.
Made without wheat, gluten, corn, nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds, sulfites, mustard, soy, dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish or any animal byproduct.
Precautions
Do not use if safety seal is broken
Caution: Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have an allergy to Anacardiaceae family plants (eg. pistachios).
Discontinue use if hypersensitivity (eg. allergy) occurs. For occasional use only.
To report a serious adverse event or obtain product information, call 1-866-215-0450
Caution: Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have an allergy to Anacardiaceae family plants (eg. pistachios).
Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond two weeks, if symptoms persist or worsen, if you have diabetes mellitus or Crohn’s disease or are taking hypoglycemic or hypolipidemic agents.
Storage
Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place
Formula
Discussion: Mastica Chios is mastic gum, the resinous extract of the mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus) grown on the Greek island of Chios. It is traditionally used in Ayurveda for gastric support.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Take 1 capsule three times daily on an empty stomach, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
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
General Statements
Product of Canada
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Mastica Chios 400 mg by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Mastica Chios 400 mg by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Mastic Gum
No knowninteractions
Mastic is a resin from the mastic tree that has a long history of use for digestive complaints and oral health. Some small studies suggest it may help...
Mastic Gum monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Capsule, Sodium Stearyl Fumarate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Mastica Chios 400 mg by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Mastica Chios 400 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Mastica Chios 400 mg, from the product label.
AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium
See all AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium products- Name
- AOR Inc.
- Street Address
- 30 Industrial West
- City
- Clifton
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07012
- Phone Number
- 1-866-215-0450
Mastica Chios 400 mg by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Premium: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
Not sure if Mastica Chios 400 mg is safe with your meds?
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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.
The Full Monographs Behind Mastica Chios 400 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Mastica Chios 400 mg'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.
Mastic 5 references
- Kaliora, A. C., Stathopoulou, M. G., Triantafillidis, J. K., Dedoussis, G. V., and Andrikopoulos, N. K. Chios mastic treatment of patients with active Crohn's disease. World J Gastroenterol. 2-7-2007;13(5):748-753. PubMed
- Dabos, K. J., Sfika, E., Vlatta, L. J., and Giannikopoulos, G. The effect of mastic gum on Helicobacter pylori: a randomized pilot study. Phytomedicine. 2010;17(3-4):296-299. PubMed
- Dabos, K. J., Sfika, E., Vlatta, L. J., Frantzi, D., Amygdalos, G. I., and Giannikopoulos, G. Is Chios mastic gum effective in the treatment of functional dyspepsia? A prospective randomised double-blind placebo controlled trial. J Ethnopharmacol. 2-3-20 PubMed
- Hazan Z, Adamsky K, Lucassen A, Levin LA. A first-in-human phase 1 randomized single and multiple ascending dose study of RPh201 in healthy volunteers. Clin Pharmacol Drug Dev. 2020;9(3):366-74. PubMed
- Moraschini V, Kischinhevsky ICC, Calasans-Maia MD, et al. Ineffectiveness of ozone therapy in nonsurgical periodontal treatment: a systematic review and metaanalysis of randomized clinical trials. Clin Oral Investig 2020;24(6):1877-1888. PubMed
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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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