Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture 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
Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture is a dietary supplement by Barlow Herbal with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general energy and vitality, adaptogen for stress, sexual health and libido.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture by Barlow Herbal
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
Low disclosure
This tincture contains one active ingredient: suma root, a tropical plant used traditionally in herbal medicine. Suma is delivered as a liquid extract in a base of cane alcohol.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
We don't have effectiveness data on file for suma root. The evidence supporting its use isn't established in the data we hold.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Suma is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth, and no adverse effects have been reported in practice. However, safety data in humans are limited, and a thorough safety evaluation hasn't been done.
When suma root powder is inhaled, it can trigger allergic asthma symptoms in susceptible people — but swallowing the tincture carries a different risk profile. Pregnancy and breastfeeding are specific concerns: safety data aren't strong enough to recommend use during either, so it's best avoided then.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the suma ingredient we checked. Still, check your exact medications with the search tool before you start, or ask your pharmacist if you're unsure.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
If you're interested in suma root as part of your routine, keep in mind the safety data are thin. Anyone who's pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking prescription medications should talk with their pharmacist first.
It's a good idea to run your medications through the tool on this page.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 25, 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
General information
Key facts about Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Barlow Herbal |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 25, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 320456 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture by Barlow Herbal, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 0 NP | -- |
| Suma | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Cane Alcohol
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Dosage: 20 drops 1 or 2 hours before meals with water or juice.
Precautions
If pregnant, consult your health professional before using.
Keep out of reach of children.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to treat, diagnose, prevent, or cure any disease.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
Made with Love
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Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture by Barlow Herbal label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture by Barlow Herbal
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Proprietary Blend
- › Suma
Other (inactive) ingredients: Cane Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture by Barlow Herbal Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture, from the product label.
Barlow Herbal
See all Barlow Herbal products- Name
- Barlow Herbal Specialties, LLC
- City
- Sandy
- State
- Utah
- ZipCode
- 84091
- Phone Number
- 866-688-6757
- Web Address
- BarlowHerbal.com
Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture by Barlow Herbal: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Pfaffia Suma Root Tincture'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 3 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.
Suma 3 references
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal, 4th ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1999. DOI
- Subiza, J., Subiza, J. L., Escribano, P. M., Hinojosa, M., Garcia, R., Jerez, M., and Subiza, E. Occupational asthma caused by Brazil ginseng dust. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1991;88(5):731-736. PubMed
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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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