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Moringa Leaves Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Bixa Botanical

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

Moringa Leaves Powder is a dietary supplement by Bixa Botanical with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for nutritional supplement, blood sugar support, cholesterol support.Based on those ingredients, 869 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Moringa oleifera powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Moringa Leaves Powder by Bixa Botanical

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.

This product contains one active ingredient: moringa oleifera powder, a leaf product from the moringa tree. Moringa leaf has been used traditionally as a nutritional supplement and appears in the facts with no listed inactive (filler) ingredients.

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

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: supports joint health and general nutrition.
  • We looked for evidence on: Joint function, Nutritional support.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish that moringa works for any of the uses listed — iron deficiency anemia, asthma, athletic performance, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, or high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia) all carry a rating of insufficient reliable evidence to rate. That means research hasn't yet settled the question either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Moringa

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.

Moringa leaf powder is generally well tolerated when used as food, though high-quality safety data remain limited. The most common side effect is transient diarrhea — in one trial, 8 grams daily caused diarrhea in about one quarter of participants.

Rare serious effects including allergic reactions and Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a severe skin and mouth reaction) have been reported. The root and bark may stimulate the uterus and carry safety concerns, so medicinal amounts should be avoided.

While traditionally used to increase milk supply, safety during breastfeeding hasn't been well studied, so use caution if you're nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Moringa

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 — Moringa.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 870 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 you take this, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on levothyroxine (thyroid medication), drugs processed through the CYP3A4 enzyme pathway, P-glycoprotein substrates, antidiabetes medications, or CYP1A2 substrates. The interaction severity ranges from moderate to minor, but the number of drugs involved is large.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Moringa leaf powder is generally well tolerated in small amounts, but it interacts with thyroid medication and a large number of other drugs through the way your body processes them. If you take levothyroxine, antidiabetes drugs, or any medication metabolized by your liver, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement — they can confirm whether it's right for you.

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 23, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Moringa Leaves Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Bixa Botanical
Barcode (UPC) 8904289000930
Net contents 454 Gram(s); 16 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 23, 2020
DSLD ID 229706
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Moringa Leaves Powder by Bixa Botanical, 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:
3 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Gram(s)
Servings per container
151
UPC/BARCODE
8904289000930
IngredientAmount% DV
Moringa oleifera powder3 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: One - two teaspoon with warm water daily after food or as directed by your health practitioner.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Trademark of Bixa Botanical INC, USA

Formulation

Supports joint health & general nutrition

Vegan

Non GMO

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Food Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and this product is a herbal food supplement and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent a disease.

Precautions

Warning: This product is not intended for use by those with serious medical condition or pregnant or lactating women.

Consult your physician before use.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place.

General Statements

Product of India

Over 140 years of quality trust

More than a company, Bixa Botanical is a dream - to share the collective knowledge of five generations of a family with the world; secrets of Herbal Healing that have been painstakingly accumulated over the last 140 years. Over 500 varieties of herbs are exclusively cleaned, processed and packed-in the company's ultra-modern in-house facilities.

Mfg. Lic. No : MP25D/14/318

Seals/Symbols

Good manufacturing practices GMP Certified K LBD (Kosher)

Formula

K LBD (Kosher)

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Moringa Leaves Powder by Bixa Botanical label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Moringa Leaves Powder by Bixa Botanical

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

Serving size3 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container151 Amounts shown are per serving.

Moringa oleifera powder

Interacts with
869 drugs
3 Gram(s) per serving

Moringa is a nutrient-rich plant whose leaves are widely used as a food and supplement, especially in parts of the world where malnutrition is common....

Moringa oleifera powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Moringa Leaves Powder by Bixa Botanical Drug Interactions

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869Drugs
717 Moderate 152 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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Moringa oleifera powder6 drug types · 869 drugs

Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Some in vitro research suggests that moringa inhibits cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). However, other in vitro research suggests that moringa extract induces CYP3A4 enzymes. A pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in the pharmacokinetics of nevirapine, which is partially metabolized by CYP3A4, when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)

Theoretically, moringa leaf can antagonize the effects of levothyroxine.
Animal research suggests that moringa aqueous leaf extract might reduce serum triiodothyronine (T3) concentrations by inhibiting the peripheral conversion of thyroxine (T4) to T3.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
P-Glycoprotein Substrates

Theoretically, moringa leaf extract might increase the levels and clinical effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa leaf extract inhibits renal P-glycoprotein transport activity. So far, this reaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, moringa might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Animal research shows that moringa can lower blood glucose levels. However, research in humans has not shown consistent blood glucose lowering effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa extract induces CYP1A2 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nevirapine (Viramune)

Moringa leaf is unlikely to have a clinically significant interaction with nevirapine.
Nevirapine is partially metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). In vitro evidence suggests that moringa inhibits CYP3A4. However, a pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in nevirapine pharmacokinetics when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Moringa Leaves Powder, from the product label.

Bixa Botanical

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Name
Bixa Botanical
Street Address
80-83, Long Lane
City
London
ZipCode
ECIA9ET
Web Address
www.bixabotanical.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Moringa Leaves Powder by Bixa Botanical: Common Questions

Does Moringa Leaves Powder by Bixa Botanical interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Moringa Leaves Powder has a known interaction with 869 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Moringa Leaves Powder 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 in moringa powder?
This product is pure moringa oleifera leaf powder with no added fillers or inactive ingredients.
What does moringa do?
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that moringa works for any specific condition — whether iron deficiency, asthma, athletic performance, diabetes, HIV, or high cholesterol — all lack sufficient reliable evidence so far.
Is moringa safe to take?
Moringa leaf is generally well tolerated, but the most common side effect is diarrhea. Rare serious effects including allergic reactions and severe skin reactions have been reported. Root and bark carry uterine stimulation concerns and should be avoided. The product is traditionally used to boost milk supply, but safety during breastfeeding hasn't been well studied.
Can I take moringa if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Pregnancy safety data suggest it's possibly safe, though solid evidence is limited. Lactation data suggest it's possibly safe if used during breastfeeding, but safety hasn't been well studied, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What's the biggest interaction risk?
If you take levothyroxine (Synthroid), moringa may interfere with how well it works by reducing your body's conversion of thyroid hormone. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining them.
I take several medications. How do I know if moringa affects mine?
Moringa interacts with hundreds of drugs through the way your body processes them in the liver. Use the search tool on this page to check your exact medications, and if you find a match, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

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The Full Monographs Behind Moringa Leaves Powder’s Ingredients

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Moringa Leaves 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.

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The 23 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.

Moringa 23 references
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  2. Tahiliani P, Kar A. Role of Moringa oleifera leaf extract in the regulation of thyroid hormone status in adult male and female rats. Pharmacol Res 2000;41:319-23. PubMed
  3. Jaiswal D, Kumar Rai P, Kumar A, et al. Effect of Moringa oleifera Lam. leaves aqueous extract therapy on hyperglycemic rats. J Ethnopharmcol 2009;123:392-6. PubMed
  4. Bour S, Visentin V, Prevot D, et al. Effects of oral administration of benzylamine on glucose tolerance and lipid metabolism in rats. J Physiol Biochem 2005;61:371-9. PubMed
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  6. Monera TG, Wolfe AR, Maponga CC, et al. Moringa oleifera leaf extracts inhibit 6beta-hydroxylation of testosterone by CYP3A4. J Infect Dev Ctries 2008;2:379-83.
  7. Estrella M, Mantaring J, David G, Taup M. A double blind, randomised controlled trial on the use of malunggay (Moringa oleifera) for augmentation of the volume of breastmilk among non-nursing mothers of preterm infants. Philipp J Pediatr 2000;49:3-6.
  8. Morton, J. F. The Horseradish Tree, Moringa Pterygosperma (Moringaceae) - a boon to arid lands? Economic Botany 1991;45:318-333. DOI
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  10. King JS, Raguindin PFN, Dans LF. Moringa oleifera (Malunggay) as a Galactagogue for Breastfeeding Mothers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Philipp J Pediatr 2013;61(2):34-42.
  11. Singh D, Choudhury S, Singh TU, Garg SK. Pharmacodynamics of uterotonic effect of Moringa oleifera flowers extract. J Vet Pharmcol Toxicol 2008;7(1-2):12-15.
  12. William F, Lakshminarayanan S, Chegu H. Effect of some Indian vegetables on the glucose and insulin response in diabetic subjects. International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition 1993;44(3): 191-195. DOI: 10.3109/09637489309017439 DOI
  13. Monera-Penduka TG, Maponga CC, Wolfe AR, Wiesner L, Morse GD, Nhachi CF. Effect of Moringa oleifera Lam. leaf powder on the pharmacokinetics of nevirapine in HIV-infected adults: a one sequence cross-over study. AIDS Res Ther. 2017;14:12. doi: 10.1186/s1 PubMed
  14. Witharana EWRA, Wijetunga WMGASTB, Wijesinghe SKJ. Stevens - Johnson syndrome (SJS) following murunga leaf (Moringa oleifera) consumption. Ceylon Med J 2018;63(4):188-9.
  15. Nur R, Demak IPK, Radhiah S, Rusydi M, Mantao E, Larasati RD. The effect of moringa leaf extracton increasing hemoglobin and bodyweight in post-disaster pregnant women. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:79-82. DOI
  16. Taweerutchana R, Lumlerdkij N, Vannasaeng S, Akarasereenont P, Sriwijitkamol A. Effect of Moringa oleifera Leaf Capsules on Glycemic Control in Therapy-Naïve Type 2 Diabetes Patients: A Randomized Placebo Controlled Study. Evid Based Complement Alternat M
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  18. Ulmy MN, Tahir A, Arsunan AA, Burhanuddin B, Veni H. Effect of moringa leaves during pregnancy on growth and morbidity in 0-5 months. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:61-65. DOI
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