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Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg label
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Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, antioxidant support, general wellness/tonic.Based on those ingredients, 327 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Chaga Mushroom, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg 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.

This product contains one active ingredient: chaga mushroom powder at 500 mg per serving. Chaga is a fungus that grows on birch trees and has been used traditionally in teas and foods.

There are no inactive ingredients listed.

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 Chaga product and its label doesn't state a use — see Chaga'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 for chaga doesn't yet support its use for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or COVID-19 — we don't have enough reliable human data to rate it for any of these. If you're considering it for one of these conditions, talk with your doctor about what the research actually shows right now.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Chaga

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.

Chaga is generally used in foods and teas, but human safety data are limited and some risks have been reported. The main concern is kidney damage: there have been two cases of kidney failure and one case of acute inflammation of the kidneys (nephropathy) linked to heavy chaga consumption, which contains high concentrations of oxalate — a compound that can stress the kidneys.

The safety data advise against chaga during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know it's safe for your baby.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Chaga

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 — Chaga.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 327 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.

Double-check this product before starting if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin or aspirin), immunosuppressant medications, or diabetes drugs. Chaga may theoretically increase bleeding, reduce immune-suppressing effects, or lower blood sugar — though human cases haven't been reported.

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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.

Chaga is a traditional mushroom, but if you take blood thinners, diabetes drugs, or immunosuppressants, check your exact medications with the tool on this page before starting. If you have kidney problems or are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your pharmacist or doctor first — the safety data don't support use in those situations.

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 Apr 24, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X003TNJQDN
Net contents 100 Gram(s); 3.5 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 24, 2025
DSLD ID 329955
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg 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:
500 Milligram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
500 Milligram(s)
Servings per container
200
UPC/BARCODE
X003TNJQDN
IngredientAmount% DV
Chaga Mushroom, Powder500 mg--

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Label statements
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Formula

Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg per serving

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

Formulation

USDA Organic Certified Organic by: Organic Certifiers, INC.

Color may vary

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

Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & Pure Bulk Supplements

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 500 milligrams (about 1/5 tsp) once daily, or as directed by a physician.

General Statements

Use an accurate milligram scale. New

Storage

Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool place

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Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size500 Milligram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container200 Amounts shown are per serving.

Chaga Mushroom, Powder

Interacts with
327 drugs
500 mg per serving Form: Inonotus obliquus Mushroom, Powder

Chaga is a fungus that grows mostly on birch trees and is used as a tea or supplement, mainly for immune and antioxidant support. Human evidence for i...

Chaga Mushroom, Powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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327 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Chaga Mushroom, Powder 327

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg interact with 327 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Chaga Mushroom, Powder

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg 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.

Chaga Mushroom, Powder3 drug types · 327 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that chaga extract can inhibit platelet aggregation. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking chaga with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that chaga might decrease blood glucose levels and increase insulin levels. This has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
In vitro research suggests that certain constituents of chaga stimulate immune function. This has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Chaga Mushroom, Powder full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg, 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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Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg has a known interaction with 327 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg 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 chaga if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advise against it. There isn't enough information to know whether chaga is safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid it and talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What is chaga, and where does it come from?
Chaga is a fungus that grows on birch trees. It's been used traditionally in teas and foods, mainly in northern regions, and this powder is a concentrated form at 500 mg per serving.
Does chaga actually work for heart health or diabetes?
We don't have enough reliable human research yet to say whether it works for cardiovascular disease or diabetes. The evidence isn't established in our data, so it shouldn't be relied on as a treatment for either condition.
Are there any side effects I should know about?
Human safety data are limited, but the main reported risk is kidney damage from very heavy use. There have been a few cases of kidney failure and kidney inflammation linked to excessive chaga consumption, which is high in oxalate — a compound hard on the kidneys.
Is this product safe for people with kidney problems?
Given that chaga is high in oxalate and has been linked to kidney damage in cases of heavy use, you should talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have kidney disease or are at risk for it before taking this powder.

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The Full Monographs Behind Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 mg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Chaga

Interacts with 327 drugs

Chaga is a fungus that grows mostly on birch trees and is used as a tea or supplement, mainly for immune and antioxidant support. Human evidence for its benefits is very limited, and it may...

Read the full Chaga monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder 500 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.

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 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.

Chaga 9 references
  1. Sun JE, Ao ZH, Lu ZM, et al. Antihyperglycemic and antilipidperoxidative effects of dry matter of culture broth of Inonotus obliquus in submerged culture on normal and alloxan-diabetes mice. J Ethnopharmacol 2008;118(1):7-13. PubMed
  2. Hyun KW, Jeong SC, Lee DH, et al. Isolation and characterization of a novel platelet aggregation inhibitory peptide from the medicinal mushroom, Inonotus obliquus. Peptides 2006;27(6):1173-8. PubMed
  3. Kim YO, Han SB, Lee HW, et al. Immuno-stimulating effect of the endo-polysaccharide produced by submerged culture of Inonotus obliquus. Life Sci 2005;77(19):2438-56. PubMed
  4. Kikuchi Y, Seta K, Ogawa Y, et al. Chaga mushroom-induced oxalate nephropathy. Clin Nephrol 2014;81(6):440-4. PubMed
  5. Lee S, Lee HY, Park Y, et al. Development of end stage renal disease after long-term ingestion of chaga mushroom: case report and review of literature. J Korean Med Sci. 2020;35(19):e122.
  6. Kwon O, Kim Y, Paek JH, et al. Chaga mushroom-induced oxalate nephropathy that clinically manifested as nephrotic syndrome: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022;101(10):e28997. PubMed
  7. Su L, Xin C, Yang J, et al. A polysaccharide from Inonotus obliquus ameliorates intestinal barrier dysfunction in mice with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Int J Biol Macromol 2022;214:312-323. PubMed
  8. Chen S, Ma Y, Li H, et al. Anti-diabetic e?ects of Inonotus obliquus extract in high fat diet combined streptozotocin-induced type 2 diabetic mice. Nutr Hosp 2022;39(6):1256-1263. PubMed
  9. Ye X, Wu K, Xu L, et al. Methanol extract of Inonotus obliquus improves type 2 diabetes mellitus through modifying intestinal flora. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2023;13:1103972. PubMed

See these in context on the Chaga 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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