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Dietary supplement

Multi Glandular Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by AB American Biologics

Tablet Or Pill Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Multi Glandular is a dietary supplement by AB American Biologics with 10 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anemia and low iron, vitamin b12 support, general energy and fatigue.Based on those ingredients, 3 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Liver. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Multi Glandular by AB American Biologics

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 10 of its 10 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Multi Glandular is a blend of 10 glandular tissue extracts: Spleen, Brain, Liver, Heart, Kidney, Pancreas, Duodenum, Thymus, Adrenal, and Pituitary. The product is built on the theory that these concentrated animal tissues support the function of their corresponding organs in your body.

The tablet also contains two inactive ingredients — dicalcium phosphate and magnesium stearate — as a binder and flow agent.

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 Liver Extract product and its label doesn't state a use — see Liver Extract'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 we hold rates liver extract as possibly ineffective for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and insufficient to assess for hepatitis C. We have no effectiveness data on file for the other nine glandular ingredients in this product, so we can't speak to whether they work for any particular use.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

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.

Liver extract is generally well tolerated in food amounts, but this product can deliver high levels of vitamin A and iron, which carry real risks. Liver products are sourced from raw animal tissue at slaughterhouses and may come from sick or diseased animals — there's also a concern about contamination with BSE (mad cow disease) if sourced from affected countries, though no human BSE cases from liver extract have been reported.

Vitamin A from liver can harm a developing baby, so pregnancy safety advises against use unless your doctor specifically recommends it. We have no safety data on file for the other nine ingredients.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Liver Extract.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 3 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.

If you take warfarin (Coumadin) or any blood thinner, flag this product with your pharmacist — the liver extract's vitamin K content could weaken the drug's effect. If you take iron supplements or iron-containing medications, be aware that the liver extract here adds heme iron to your total intake.

No other interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're curious about glandular support and don't take warfarin or iron supplements, this product is low-risk enough to discuss with your pharmacist. If you're on a blood thinner or iron therapy, check with your doctor or pharmacist first — the liver extract's vitamin K and iron content matter for you.

Because we couldn't evaluate most of the ingredients, talk to your pharmacist about whether any of them fit your health goals.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 10 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 25, 2013.

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 Multi Glandular, straight from the product label.

Brand AB American Biologics
Barcode (UPC) 690290407100
Net contents 100 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 25, 2013
DSLD ID 20259
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Multi Glandular by AB American Biologics, 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:
1 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
UPC/BARCODE
690290407100
IngredientAmount% DV
Spleen257 mg--
Brain68 mg--
Liver45 mg--
Heart32 mg--
Kidney32 mg--
Pancreas9 mg--
Duodenum9 mg--
Thymus8 mg--
Adrenal8 mg--
Pituitary2 mg--

Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

Raw Gland Concentrate

Strict quality control is maintained during each step of formulation.

Tissues proces by low temperature lyophilization by sublimation to insure rawness and preserve natural constituents

WE USE USP/NF MATERIALS WHERE AVAILABLE.

If no number on label, please see bottom of bottle

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement take one (1) or more tablets per day, or as directed by a physician.

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.

Precautions

Keep this and all nutritional supplements out of the reach of children.

Not to be used by pregnant or nursing mothers unless directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place with the cap tightly sealed.

Seals/Symbols

AB(R)

Formulation

Free of: Sugar, milk, egg, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, soy, corn, rice, gluten, artificial coloring or flavors and preservatives.

General

05/10

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Multi Glandular by AB American Biologics label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Multi Glandular by AB American Biologics

These are the 10 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Spleen

257 mg per serving

Brain

68 mg per serving

Liver

Interacts with
3 drugs
45 mg per serving

Liver extract is a dried or concentrated form of animal liver that is naturally rich in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and other nutrients. It was once...

Liver monograph & interactions

Heart

32 mg per serving

Kidney

32 mg per serving

Pancreas

9 mg per serving

Duodenum

9 mg per serving

Thymus

8 mg per serving

Adrenal

8 mg per serving

Pituitary

2 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Multi Glandular by AB American Biologics Drug Interactions

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3Drugs
3 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Liver 3

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Multi Glandular 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.

Liver2 drug types · 3 drugs

Iron

Liver extract can contain heme iron. Taking liver extract with iron-containing medications or supplements may increase total iron intake and could increase the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects or excessive iron accumulation. The risk is greater with high doses, prolonged use, or in individuals with hemochromatosis or another iron-overload disorder. Review the iron content of the liver extract and the total elemental iron dose. Avoid unnecessary duplicate iron supplementation and consider monitoring ferritin and transferrin saturation when clinically appropriate.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Liver extract products may contain small and variable amounts of vitamin K. Theoretically, starting, stopping, or substantially changing the amount of liver extract used could reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and lower the INR. However, this interaction has not been directly studied or reported in humans, and the vitamin K content of liver extract products is generally not standardized. Consider monitoring the INR after a meaningful change in liver extract use.

Likelihood Possible Evidence C
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Multi Glandular, from the product label.

AB American Biologics

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Name
AMERICAN BIOLOGICS
City
Chula Vista
State
CA
ZipCode
91911
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Multi Glandular by AB American Biologics: Common Questions

Does Multi Glandular by AB American Biologics interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Multi Glandular has a known interaction with 3 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Multi Glandular contains 10 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Is this safe to take if I'm pregnant?
Liver extract can contain very high vitamin A, which may harm a developing baby. The facts advise against this product in pregnancy unless your doctor specifically tells you it's okay. Check with your doctor before taking it.
Can I take this if I'm breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on file for this product during breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.
What are these glandular extracts supposed to do?
The theory is that concentrated tissue from organs like the liver, heart, and thymus supports the function of those same organs in your body. Our data doesn't show strong evidence for this in chronic fatigue or hepatitis C, and we have no effectiveness information on the other glandular ingredients.
Has this product been tested for safety?
Not thoroughly. While no adverse reactions have been formally reported, there's concern about possible contamination since liver extract comes from raw animal tissue at slaughterhouses. If the product is sourced from countries where BSE (mad cow disease) has been found, there's a theoretical contamination risk — though no human cases have been reported.
Why does the liver extract matter if I'm on warfarin?
Liver extract can contain small amounts of vitamin K, which works against warfarin's blood-thinning effect. If you start, stop, or change how much you use, your INR (blood-thinning level) could shift. It hasn't been directly studied, but it's worth discussing with your pharmacist.

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Sources & How We Checked

Multi Glandular'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 4 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.

Liver Extract 4 references
  1. Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.
  2. Kaslow JE, Rucker L, Onishi R. Liver extract-folic acid-cyanocobalamin vs placebo for chronic fatigue syndrome. Arch Intern Med 1989;149:2501-3. DOI
  3. Ebinuma, H., Saito, H., Tada, S., Masuda, T., Kamiya, T., Nishida, J., Yoshioka, M., and Ishii, H. Additive therapeutic effects of the liver extract preparation mixture adelavin-9 on interferon-beta treatment for chronic hepatitis C. Hepatogastroenterolog
  4. Saito, H., Ebinuma, H., Tada, S., Tsunematsu, S., Atsukawa, K., Masuda, T., Tsuchiya, M., and Ishii, H. Enhancing effect of the liver extract and flavin adenin dinucleotide mixture on anti-viral efficacy of interferon in patients with chronic hepatitis C. PubMed

See these in context on the Liver Extract monograph →

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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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