Phyto-Gen Digest-gen Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Genestra Brands
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Phyto-Gen Digest-gen 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
Phyto-Gen Digest-gen is a dietary supplement by Genestra Brands with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for sore throat and mouth inflammation, skin wounds and irritation (topical), fever and general aches (traditional).Based on those ingredients, 412 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Fig Bud Extract, Black Alder Bud Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Phyto-Gen Digest-gen by Genestra Brands
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
Phyto-Gen Digest-gen contains three active herbal bud extracts. Black Alder Bud Extract and Fig Bud Extract are included as botanical concentrates, along with English Walnut Bud Extract.
The product also contains inactive ingredients: purified water, ethanol, and glycerin, which serve as the liquid base and preservative system.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for what this product does isn't well established in our data. Fig is rated for insufficient evidence regarding constipation, eczema (atopic dermatitis), diabetes, melasma, and vitiligo.
English Walnut shows possibly effective evidence for high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia), though data on coronary heart disease and diabetes remain insufficient. Black Alder effectiveness ratings aren't on file.
If you're considering this for a specific reason, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the evidence supports your intended use.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Fig fruit as a food is well tolerated for most people, but concentrated leaf extracts like those in this product have limited safety data. A key concern with fig leaf is photodermatitis—a severe sun-sensitivity reaction.
Cases have been reported ranging from mild burns to hospitalization, and in rare instances serious complications like anemia and sepsis. Avoid excessive sun or ultraviolet exposure while using this product.
English Walnut can trigger serious allergic reactions in people with tree nut allergies, including oral allergy syndrome (itching in the mouth) and rarely swelling of lips and tongue. Both walnut and fig leaf extracts may cause mild diarrhea or gastrointestinal upset.
Black Alder has limited safety data and may cause nausea or stomach upset, so use cautiously and briefly. During pregnancy, the safety data on these herbal extracts is sparse—fig is rated likely safe, but Black Alder is advised against.
For breastfeeding, safety information on Black Alder is unknown, so avoiding it is the safer choice; Fig is likely safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking Phyto-Gen Digest-gen, double-check your medications with your doctor or pharmacist if you take chemotherapy drugs (cisplatin, doxorubicin—Moderate risk), diabetes or blood-sugar-lowering drugs including insulin (Moderate risk), or drugs that increase sun sensitivity such as amitriptyline, quinolone antibiotics (like ciprofloxacin), sulfa antibiotics, or tetracycline antibiotics (Moderate risk). If you have a tree nut allergy, avoid this product.
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 pairs botanical bud extracts and is best avoided if you take chemotherapy drugs, diabetes medications, or insulin, or if you're sensitive to sun exposure or tree nuts. If you do take any prescription medication—or if you're planning surgery or have upcoming sun exposure—clear it with your own doctor or pharmacist first.
The evidence for what it actually does isn't strong, so ask your healthcare provider whether this aligns with what you're trying to achieve.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 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 Phyto-Gen Digest-gen, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Genestra Brands |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 883196121212 |
| Net contents | 15 mL; 0.51 Fluid Ounce(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 22, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 303476 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Phyto-Gen Digest-gen by Genestra Brands, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Black Alder Bud Extract | 0.09 mL | -- |
| Fig Bud Extract | 0.09 mL | -- |
| English Walnut Bud Extract | 0.09 mL | -- |
Other ingredients: Water, Purified, Ethanol, Glycerin
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FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended Dose: Take 10 drops once daily or as recommended by your health professional. Invert bottle to 45 degrees and shake lightly for drops to fall directly into mouth or in 1/4 oz of water.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Use only if safety seal is intact.
This product was sealed for your protection. Do not use if contents are open or damaged.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Formula
Black Alder Fig English Walnut
Formulation
Gluten Free Dairy Free Soy Free
Vegan
General Statements
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Phyto-Gen Digest-gen by Genestra Brands
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.28 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container53 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.
Black Alder Bud Extract
Interacts with2 drugs
Black Alder is a European tree whose bark and leaves have a long history in folk medicine, mainly as an astringent gargle or wound wash. There is very...
Black Alder Bud Extract monograph & interactionsFig Bud Extract
Interacts with410 drugs
Fig (Ficus carica) is a common fruit that has long been used as a gentle food remedy for constipation, and its leaves are used traditionally for blood...
Fig Bud Extract monograph & interactionsEnglish Walnut Bud Extract
No knowninteractions
English walnut is a nutritious tree nut rich in plant-based omega-3 fats, fiber, and antioxidants, and eating it as part of a balanced diet may suppor...
English Walnut Bud Extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Water, Purified, Ethanol, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Phyto-Gen Digest-gen by Genestra Brands Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Phyto-Gen Digest-gen by Genestra Brands does interact with medications, mainly through its Black Alder Bud Extract and Fig Bud Extract.
The most serious concern is Black Alder's potential to reduce the effectiveness of chemotherapy drugs like cisplatin and doxorubicin—lab studies suggest it may block how these drugs work, though human data is limited. Until more is known, this combination needs careful monitoring.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Fig Bud Extract poses a Moderate risk with blood sugar medications and insulin. A small clinical trial showed that fig leaf can lower blood glucose and reduce insulin needs in type 1 diabetes patients, meaning it might amplify the blood-sugar-lowering effect of your diabetes drugs and cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Fig may also increase photosensitivity risk if you're on drugs that make your skin sun-sensitive—amitriptyline, certain antibiotics (quinolones and tetracyclines), and sulfa drugs are examples.
English Walnut Bud Extract shows no documented interactions in our data. Altogether, these interactions span 412 individual medications.
Before you start this product, search your exact medications below or run them by your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you take chemotherapy, diabetes, or photosensitizing drugs.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Phyto-Gen Digest-gen interact with 412 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 3 ingredients in Phyto-Gen Digest-gen interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Fig Bud Extract Black Alder Bud Extract
AcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig leaf might enhance the blood glucose lowering effects of hypoglycemic drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acarbose interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Cold Plus Cough, Tylenol Cold Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic GG
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylephrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS, Histex SR, Protid
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic, Rhinogesic JR
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlumadrine, Conex, Sinadrin Max Strength, Sinulin
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, OpiumHista-Derfule
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, PhenyltoloxamineNorel Plus
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Phenyltoloxamine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + 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 Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Dexbrompheniramine, PseudoephedrineSinadrin Plus
How Acetaminophen, Dexbrompheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Dexbrompheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, DiphenhydramineTylenol PM, Tylenol PM Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine interactionAcetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Allergy, Cold Control, Contac Night Allergy Relief
How Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Diphenhydramine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetaminophen, Phenylephrine, ChlorpheniramineSuper Cold Tabs
How Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetazolamide interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig leaf might enhance the blood glucose lowering effects of hypoglycemic drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acetohexamide interactionAcitretinSoriatane
How Acitretin interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Acitretin interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig leaf might enhance the blood glucose lowering effects of hypoglycemic drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Albiglutide interactionAlectinib HydrochlorideAlecensa
How Alectinib Hydrochloride interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Alectinib Hydrochloride interactionAlitretinoinPanretin
How Alitretinoin interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Alitretinoin interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig leaf might enhance the blood glucose lowering effects of hypoglycemic drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with Phyto-Gen Digest-gen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Fig Bud ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fig leaf might enhance the blood glucose lowering effects of hypoglycemic drugs.
Read the full Fig Bud Extract + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Phyto-Gen Digest-gen 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.
Fig Bud Extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, fig leaf might enhance the blood glucose lowering effects of hypoglycemic drugs.
A small clinical study in patients with type 1 diabetes shows that consuming a tea made from fig leaves modestly reduces postprandial glucose levels and insulin requirements.
Insulin
Fig leaf may enhance the blood glucose lowering effects of insulin.
A small clinical study in patients with type 1 diabetes shows that consuming a tea made from fig leaves modestly reduces postprandial glucose levels and insulin requirements.
Photosensitizing Drugs
Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Many cases of photodermatitis from fig leaf have been reported. Some drugs that also cause photosensitivity include amitriptyline (Elavil), quinolones (Ciprofloxacin, others), sulfa drugs (Septra, Bactrim, others), and tetracycline.
Black Alder Bud Extract
Cisplatin (Platinol-Aq)
Laboratory research shows that black alder bark extracts can antagonize the chemotherapeutic effects of cisplatin. This interaction has not been evaluated in humans. Until more is known, use this combination with caution.
Doxorubicin (Adriamycin, Others)
Laboratory research shows that black alder bark extracts can antagonize the chemotherapeutic effects of doxorubicin. This interaction has not been evaluated in humans. Until more is known, use this combination with caution.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Phyto-Gen Digest-gen, from the product label.
Genestra Brands
- Name
- Seroyal USA
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15275
- Phone Number
- 1-888-737-6925
- Web Address
- seroyal.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Phyto-Gen Digest-gen’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Black Alder
Interacts with 2 drugsBlack Alder is a European tree whose bark and leaves have a long history in folk medicine, mainly as an astringent gargle or wound wash. There is very little modern human research to confirm...
Read the full Black Alder monograph → Herb & supplement monographFig
Interacts with 410 drugsFig (Ficus carica) is a common fruit that has long been used as a gentle food remedy for constipation, and its leaves are used traditionally for blood sugar and coughs. The fruit is a safe a...
Read the full Fig monograph → Herb & supplement monographEnglish Walnut
English walnut is a nutritious tree nut rich in plant-based omega-3 fats, fiber, and antioxidants, and eating it as part of a balanced diet may support heart health. Most concentrated supple...
Read the full English Walnut monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Phyto-Gen Digest-gen'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 30 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.
Black Alder 1 reference
- Dinic J, Novakovic M, Podolski-Renic A, et al. Antioxidative activity of diarylheptanoids from the bark of black alder (Alnus glutinosa) and their interaction with anticancer drugs. Planta Med 2014;80(13):1088-96. doi: 10.1055/s-0034-1382993. Epub 2014 Au PubMed
Fig 13 references
- Gandolfo M, Baeza M, De Barrio M, Anaphylaxis after eating figs. Allergy 2001;56:462-3. PubMed
- Serraclara A, Hawkins F, Perez C, et al. Hypoglycemic action of an oral fig-leaf decoction in type-I diabetic patients. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 1998;39:19-22. PubMed
- Rubnov S, Kashman Y, Rabinowitz R, et al. Suppressors of cancer cell proliferation from fig (Ficus carica) resin: isolation and structure elucidation. J Nat Prod 2001;64:993-6.
- Dechamp C, Bessot JC, Pauli G, Deviller P. First report of anaphylactic reaction after fig (Ficus carica) ingestion. Allergy 1995;50:514-6.
- Zaynoun ST, Aftimos BG, Abi Ali L, et al. Ficus carica; isolation and quantification of the photoactive components. Contact Dermatitis 1984;11:21-5.
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