Perfect Aquatic Greens Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Perfect Aquatic Greens 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
Perfect Aquatic Greens is a dietary supplement by Perfect Supplements with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general nutrition and energy, antioxidant support, cholesterol and metabolic health.Based on those ingredients, 626 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Chlorella vulgaris, Powder, organic Spirulina powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Perfect Aquatic Greens by Perfect Supplements
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
Perfect Aquatic Greens contains two active ingredients: organic spirulina powder and chlorella vulgaris powder. Both are nutrient-dense algae used to supplement diet.
The product has no inactive (filler or binding) ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for these ingredients is mixed and often limited. For spirulina, there is possibly effective evidence for high blood pressure; the evidence for acne, hay fever, iron-deficiency anemia, and arsenic poisoning is insufficient to establish effectiveness.
For chlorella, the evidence is possibly effective for pregnancy-related iron deficiency; for brain tumors, fatty liver disease, depression, and fatigue, the evidence is insufficient. If you're looking for proof that this product works for a specific condition, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what the research actually shows.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Both ingredients are generally well tolerated orally, but quality and purity vary widely among products — contamination with toxins or heavy metals is a documented concern, so sourcing matters. Common side effects from spirulina include stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, gas, headache, nausea, and vomiting.
Allergic reactions, including rare severe ones like anaphylaxis and rashes, have been reported. A few cases of mild gum bleeding and bruising were reported in patients taking spirulina at standard doses.
Chlorella can cause allergic reactions (including rare anaphylaxis), stomach cramping, constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, gas, nausea, and photosensitivity; side effects are often most common during the first two weeks. The pregnancy and lactation safety data for both ingredients is not on file, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check before you take this product if you're on blood thinners (anticoagulants or antiplatelets, such as warfarin or aspirin) — spirulina may increase bleeding risk and chlorella can reduce warfarin's effectiveness. Also check if you take diabetes medications (spirulina may lower blood sugar further), immune-suppressing drugs (spirulina may interfere with them), or photosensitizing medications like certain antibiotics or NSAIDs (chlorella may add to their sun-sensitivity effect).
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product may work for high blood pressure (spirulina) or pregnancy-related iron deficiency (chlorella), but evidence is limited for most other uses. If you take blood thinners, diabetes drugs, immune suppressants, or photosensitizing medications, check your specific prescriptions with the tool on this page before starting.
Product quality varies, so sourcing is important. Ask your pharmacist whether this makes sense for your health situation.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 21, 2023.
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 Perfect Aquatic Greens, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Perfect Supplements |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 094922041531 |
| Net contents | 135 Gram(s); 4.76 Ounce(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 21, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 288091 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Perfect Aquatic Greens by Perfect Supplements, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| organic Spirulina powder | 1.5 Gram(s) | -- |
| Chlorella vulgaris, Powder | 1.5 Gram(s) | -- |
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Formula
Perfect Aquatic Greens Two Simple Ingredients: A 50/50 blend of Organic Spirulina and Organic, Broken-Cell Wall Chlorella. Perfect Health Benefits: Spirulina provides plant-based protein & all the essential amino acids. Broken-Cell Wall Chlorella provides nutrients that are easily digestible. These super micro-algae contain over 100 nutrients, including a vegetarian source of protein, vitamins A, C, E and all the B vitamins.
Perfectly Paleo
Spirulina & Chlorella Unsweetened whole food micro-algae Powder
Precautions
This product is manufactured in a facility that processes milk, egg, soy, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish.
Warning: Keep out of reach of children.
Consult your physician prior to using if you are pregnant or nursing.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statement have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Formulation
Organic
Fairly traded
Vegan
Non-GMO Gluten free
This product has been certified by Organic Certifiers, Inc under NOP Final Rule 7, CFR Part 205. www.organiccertifiers.com
Batch tested
Seals/Symbols
USDA Organic
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Start with 1/2 scoop per day, and increase up to 1-3 scoops (3-9 g).
General Statements
BPA free
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Perfect Aquatic Greens by Perfect Supplements label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Perfect Aquatic Greens by Perfect Supplements
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1.5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container45 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.
Organic Spirulina powder
Interacts with327 drugs
Blue-green algae are nutrient-rich aquatic microorganisms (such as spirulina and Klamath Lake algae) taken as a supplement for energy, nutrition, and...
Organic Spirulina powder monograph & interactionsChlorella vulgaris, Powder
Interacts with337 drugs
Chlorella is a nutrient-rich freshwater green algae taken as a supplement for general wellness, immune support, and 'detox.' Some small studies sugges...
Chlorella vulgaris, Powder monograph & interactionsPerfect Aquatic Greens by Perfect Supplements Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Perfect Aquatic Greens by Perfect Supplements contains two active ingredients — spirulina and chlorella — that together have documented interactions with medications across multiple categories.
The most serious interaction is spirulina's moderate-severity effect on blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelets like warfarin or aspirin). Spirulina can theoretically increase bleeding risk, though a small clinical study suggests this is unlikely in practice.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Spirulina also interacts moderately with drugs that suppress your immune system (immunosuppressants) — it stimulates immune activity and may interfere with their effectiveness. It can also moderately increase the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) if you take diabetes medications, because spirulina itself can lower blood sugar.
Chlorella has two documented moderate interactions: it may add to the effect of photosensitizing drugs (medications that make your skin more sun-sensitive, such as certain antibiotics and NSAIDs), and it contains significant vitamin K, which can reduce how well warfarin works — there's at least one case report of this happening. Altogether, these interactions span 620 individual medications.
If you're on any prescription medications, especially blood thinners, diabetes drugs, immune-suppressing medications, or photosensitizing drugs, run them through the checker on this page before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Perfect Aquatic Greens interact with 626 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 2 ingredients in Perfect Aquatic Greens interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Chlorella vulgaris, Powder organic Spirulina powder
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Spirulina PowderImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of blue-green algae might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Read the full Organic Spirulina Powder + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Spirulina PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, spirulina blue-green algae might increase the risk of bleeding if used with other anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Organic Spirulina Powder + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Spirulina PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, spirulina blue-green algae might increase the risk of bleeding if used with other anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Organic Spirulina Powder + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Spirulina PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking blue-green algae with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Spirulina Powder + Acarbose interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Spirulina PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, spirulina blue-green algae might increase the risk of bleeding if used with other anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Organic Spirulina Powder + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Spirulina PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, spirulina blue-green algae might increase the risk of bleeding if used with other anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Organic Spirulina Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic Spirulina PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, spirulina blue-green algae might increase the risk of bleeding if used with other anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Organic Spirulina Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Cold Plus Cough, Tylenol Cold Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic GG
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylephrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS, Histex SR, Protid
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic, Rhinogesic JR
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlumadrine, Conex, Sinadrin Max Strength, Sinulin
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, OpiumHista-Derfule
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, PhenyltoloxamineNorel Plus
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Phenyltoloxamine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Phenyltoloxamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PseudoephedrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS Liquid Gels, Children's Tylenol Cold, Codimal, Comtrex, Extra Strength Tylenol Allergy Sinus, Lorsin +3 more
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Dexbrompheniramine, PseudoephedrineSinadrin Plus
How Acetaminophen, Dexbrompheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Dexbrompheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, DiphenhydramineTylenol PM, Tylenol PM Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine interactionAcetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Allergy, Cold Control, Contac Night Allergy Relief
How Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionOrganic Spirulina PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, spirulina blue-green algae might increase the risk of bleeding if used with other anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Organic Spirulina Powder + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetaminophen, Phenylephrine, ChlorpheniramineSuper Cold Tabs
How Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetazolamide interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Perfect Aquatic Greens — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Chlorella Vulgaris, PowderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Chlorella Vulgaris, Powder + Acetohexamide interactionOrganic Spirulina PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking blue-green algae with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Spirulina Powder + Acetohexamide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Perfect Aquatic Greens with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Chlorella vulgaris, Powder
Photosensitizing Drugs
Theoretically, chlorella might have additive effects with photosensitizing drugs.
Chlorella has been reported to cause photosensitization. In five case reports, patients who had ingested chlorella exhibited swelling followed by erythematopurpuric lesions on sun-exposed areas of the body. Theoretically, concomitant use with photosensitizing drugs may exacerbate effects.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, chlorella might reduce the clinical effects of warfarin.
Chlorella contains significant amounts of vitamin K. There is at least one case report of warfarin therapy becoming sub-therapeutic after initiation of chlorella supplements.
organic Spirulina powder
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, spirulina blue-green algae might increase the risk of bleeding if used with other anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs. However, this is unlikely.
Spirulina blue-green algae have shown antiplatelet and anticoagulant effects in vitro. However, one preliminary study in 24 patients receiving spirulina blue-green algae 2.3 grams daily for 2 weeks showed no effect on platelet activation or measures of clotting time.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking blue-green algae with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Human research shows that spirulina blue-green algae can have hypoglycemic effects in patients with diabetes, at least some of whom were using antidiabetes drugs. However, blue-green algae does not seem to improve glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels in patients with diabetes. A meta-analysis of animal studies also suggests that spirulina blue-green algae have hypoglycemic effects.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, concurrent use of blue-green algae might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Blue-green algae have been shown to stimulate the immune system.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Perfect Aquatic Greens, from the product label.
Perfect Supplements
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- Perfect Supplements, LLC
- Street Address
- PO Box 60070
- City
- Florence
- State
- MA
- ZipCode
- 01062
- Phone Number
- 1-866-802-3860
- Web Address
- www.perfectsupplements.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Perfect Aquatic Greens’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Blue-green Algae
Interacts with 327 drugsBlue-green algae are nutrient-rich aquatic microorganisms (such as spirulina and Klamath Lake algae) taken as a supplement for energy, nutrition, and general wellness. Evidence for most heal...
Read the full Blue-green Algae monograph → Herb & supplement monographChlorella
Interacts with 337 drugsChlorella is a nutrient-rich freshwater green algae taken as a supplement for general wellness, immune support, and 'detox.' Some small studies suggest possible benefits for cholesterol, blo...
Read the full Chlorella monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Perfect Aquatic Greens'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 35 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.
Blue-green Algae 22 references
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