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Perfect Aquatic Greens Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Perfect Supplements

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Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

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.

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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 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

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
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports its ingredients for:

Why this rating?
  • The label markets general wellness (“General nutrition and antioxidant support”), not a specific health condition, so there is no single claim to grade against clinical-evidence data.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Pregnancy-related iron deficiency — rated "Possibly Effective" (Chlorella) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Hypertension — rated "Possibly Effective" (Blue-green Algae) (Natural Medicines).

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.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Blue-green Algae Chlorella

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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

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.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Blue-green Algae Chlorella

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?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Chlorella, Blue-green Algae.
  • 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: 626 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.

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).

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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.

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

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

At a glance

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
From the label
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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

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1.5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
9 Gram(s)
Servings per container
45
UPC/BARCODE
094922041531
IngredientAmount% DV
organic Spirulina powder1.5 Gram(s)--
Chlorella vulgaris, Powder1.5 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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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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Perfect Aquatic Greens label

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What’s inside

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 with
327 drugs
1.5 Gram(s) per serving

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 & interactions

Chlorella vulgaris, Powder

Interacts with
337 drugs
1.5 Gram(s) per serving

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 & interactions
Interaction report

Perfect Aquatic Greens by Perfect Supplements Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Chlorella vulgaris, Powder 337
organic Spirulina powder 327

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

Each 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, Powder2 drug types · 337 drugs

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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Chlorella vulgaris, Powder full monograph & interactions

organic Spirulina powder3 drug types · 327 drugs

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.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, concurrent use of blue-green algae might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Blue-green algae have been shown to stimulate the immune system.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
organic Spirulina powder full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Perfect Aquatic Greens, from the product label.

Perfect Supplements

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Name
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
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Perfect Aquatic Greens by Perfect Supplements: Common Questions

Does Perfect Aquatic Greens by Perfect Supplements interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Perfect Aquatic Greens has a known interaction with 626 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Perfect Aquatic Greens contains 2 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.
Does this product have any fillers or binders?
No — the ingredient list shows no inactive ingredients, so what you're getting is just the two active algae powders.
What are spirulina and chlorella for?
They're nutrient-dense algae used as dietary supplements. Spirulina has some evidence for helping with high blood pressure. Chlorella has some evidence for pregnancy-related iron deficiency. For most other claimed uses, the evidence isn't strong enough yet.
What side effects might I experience?
Both are generally well tolerated, but you may experience stomach issues like cramping, bloating, gas, diarrhea, or nausea — these are most common in the first two weeks. Headache, dizziness, fatigue, and nausea can occur with spirulina. Allergic reactions, including severe ones, are rare but have been reported with both.
Is this safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data on file for either ingredient during pregnancy or lactation. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant or breastfeeding — they can help you decide based on your individual situation.
Why should I worry about product quality?
Both spirulina and chlorella products can be contaminated with toxins or heavy metals. The algae's growing and processing conditions matter a lot, so choose a reputable brand and look for third-party testing if possible.
Can this product affect how my medications work?
Yes — it has documented interactions with blood thinners, diabetes drugs, immune suppressants, and photosensitizing medications. Use the checker on this page to see if your specific prescriptions are affected.

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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.

Herb & supplement monograph

Blue-green Algae

Interacts with 327 drugs

Blue-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 monograph

Chlorella

Interacts with 337 drugs

Chlorella 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

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.

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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  8. Katz M, Levine AA, Kol-Degani H, Kav-Venaki L. A compound herbal preparation (CHP) in the treatment of children with ADHD: a randomized controlled trial. J Atten Disord 2010;14:281-91. PubMed
  9. Madhyastha, H. K., Radha, K. S., Sugiki, M., Omura, S., and Maruyama, M. Purification of c-phycocyanin from Spirulina fusiformis and its effect on the induction of urokinase-type plasminogen activator from calf pulmonary endothelial cells. Phytomedicine PubMed
  10. Mazokopakis, E. E., Karefilakis, C. M., Tsartsalis, A. N., Milkas, A. N., and Ganotakis, E. S. Acute rhabdomyolysis caused by Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis). Phytomedicine. 2008;15(6-7):525-527. PubMed
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  12. Konno, T., Umeda, Y., Umeda, M., Kawachi, I., Oyake, M., and Fujita, N. [A case of inflammatory myopathy with widely skin rash following use of supplements containing Spirulina]. Rinsho Shinkeigaku 2011;51(5):330-333. PubMed
  13. Le TM, Knulst AC, Röckmann H. Anaphylaxis to Spirulina confirmed by skin prick test with ingredients of Spirulina tablets. Food Chem Toxicol 2014;74:309-10. PubMed
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  16. Marles RJ, Barrett ML, Barnes J, et al. United States Pharmacopeia safety evaluation of spirulina. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2011;51(7):593-604. PubMed
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  18. Cha BG, Kwak HW, Park AR, et al. Structural characteristics and biological performance of silk fibroin nanofiber containing microalgae spirulina extract. Biopolymers 2014;101(4):307-18. PubMed
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See these in context on the Blue-green Algae monograph →

Chlorella 13 references
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  2. Ng TP, Tan WC, Lee YK. Occupational asthma in a pharmacist induced by chlorella, a unicellular algae preparation. Resp Med 1994;88:555-7. PubMed
  3. Jitsukawa K, Suizu R, Hidano A. Chlorella photosensitization. New phytophotodermatosis. Int J Dermatol 1984;23:263-8. PubMed
  4. Merchant RE, Carmack CA, Wise CM. Nutritional supplementation with Chlorella pyrenoidosa for patients with fibromyalgia syndrome: a pilot study. Phytother Res 2000;14:167-73.
  5. Merchant RE, Rice CD, Young HF. Dietary Chlorella pyrenoidosa for patients with malignant glioma: effects on immunocompetence, quality of life, and survival. Phytother Res 1990;4:220-31.
  6. Halperin SA, Smith B, Nolan C, et al. Safety and immunoenhancing effect of a Chlorella-derived dietary supplement in healthy adults undergoing influenza vaccination: randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. CMAJ 2003;169:111-7..
  7. Ohtake, T., Negishi, K., Okamoto, K., Oka, M., Maesato, K., Moriya, H., and Kobayashi, S. Manganese-induced Parkinsonism in a patient undergoing maintenance hemodialysis. Am J Kidney Dis 2005;46(4):749-753. PubMed
  8. Ng, T. P., Tan, W. C., and Lee, Y. K. Occupational asthma in a pharmacist induced by Chlorella, a unicellular algae preparation. Respir.Med. 1994;88(7):555-557. PubMed
  9. Ohkawa, S., Yoneda, Y., Ohsumi, Y., and Tabuchi, M. [Warfarin therapy and chlorella]. Rinsho Shinkeigaku 1995;35(7):806-807.
  10. Azocar J, Diaz A. Efficacy and safety of chlorella supplementation in adults with chronic hepatitis C virus infection. World J Gastroenterol 2013;19(7):1085-90. PubMed
  11. Panahi Y, Badeli R, Karami GR, Badeli Z, Sahebkar A. A randomized controlled trial of 6-week Chlorella vulgaris supplementation in patients with major depressive disorder. Complement Ther Med 2015;23(4):598-602. PubMed
  12. Nakano S, Takekoshi H, Nakano M. Chlorella pyrenoidosa supplementation reduces the risk of anemia, proteinuria and edema in pregnant women. Plant Foods Hum Nutr 2010;65(1):25-30. PubMed
  13. Yavasoglu I, Turgutkaya A, Bolaman Z. Chlorella-induced thrombocytopenia. Sao Paulo Med J 2018;136(6):602-3. PubMed

See these in context on the Chlorella monograph →

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