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Phyto-Gen Fig Bud Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Genestra Brands

Phyto-Gen Fig Bud label
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Liquid 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 Phyto-Gen Fig Bud 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

Phyto-Gen Fig Bud is a dietary supplement by Genestra Brands with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for constipation and digestive health, blood sugar support, cough and sore throat.Based on those ingredients, 410 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Fig (Ficus carica) 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 Fig Bud 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.

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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.

Phyto-Gen Fig Bud is a single-ingredient liquid supplement containing fig (Ficus carica) bud extract—a concentrated form of the fig plant's bud material. The liquid also contains purified water, ethanol, and glycerin as inactive ingredients to preserve and deliver the extract.

Fig fruit itself is a common food, but this product uses a medicinal extract from the bud rather than the whole fruit. The concentration and processing of such extracts means the safety profile may differ from eating fresh or dried figs.

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 Fig product and its label doesn't state a use — see Fig'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 fig bud extract is not yet well established. The facts on file show insufficient reliable evidence to rate its use for constipation, atopic dermatitis (eczema), diabetes, melasma, and vitiligo.

This doesn't mean it doesn't work—it means rigorous clinical studies haven't been completed to know one way or the other. If you're considering this for any of those purposes, talk with your doctor about what the current evidence actually shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Fig

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.

Fig fruit as a food is well tolerated by most people, but safety data on concentrated medicinal leaf or bud extracts like this one is limited. The main caution is photodermatitis—a sun-triggered skin reaction.

Fig leaf contains compounds called psoralens that can cause serious burns when skin is exposed to sunlight or UV light, especially in concentrated form. Several cases have been reported, and at least two were severe enough to require hospitalization.

If you use this product, avoid excessive sun and UV exposure. Orally, fig fruit rarely causes allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis in rare cases.

The product is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, though safety data on concentrated bud extracts during these times is not extensive. If you're pregnant or nursing and want to use this, talk with your doctor first.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Fig

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 — Fig.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 410 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.

Before taking Phyto-Gen Fig Bud, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take photosensitizing medications—including certain antibiotics (quinolones like ciprofloxacin, tetracyclines) and sulfa drugs (like Septra or Bactrim)—or antidepressants like amitriptyline. Also check if you take insulin or blood sugar medications, because fig may enhance their effects and lower your blood glucose further.

Use the medication search tool on this page to confirm your specific drugs.

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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.

Phyto-Gen Fig Bud may be worth considering if you're interested in traditional fig use, but the evidence for specific health conditions isn't yet solid. The main things to be careful about are interactions with diabetes medications (it may lower blood sugar further) and photosensitizing drugs (it may increase sun sensitivity risk).

Before starting this product, run your exact medications through the checker on this page and talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist.

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 Jul 23, 2020.

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 Phyto-Gen Fig Bud, straight from the product label.

Brand Genestra Brands
Barcode (UPC) 883196118106
Net contents 0.5 fl. Oz.; 15 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 23, 2020
DSLD ID 231089
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Phyto-Gen Fig Bud by Genestra Brands, 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:
0.28 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.28 mL
Servings per container
53
UPC/BARCODE
883196118106
IngredientAmount% DV
Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract0.28 mL--

Other ingredients: purified Water, Ethanol, Glycerin

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Label statements
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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 allowing 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.

This product was sealed for your protection. Do not use if box or contents are open or damaged.

Use only if safety seal is intact.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

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Phyto-Gen Fig Bud by Genestra Brands label

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Phyto-Gen Fig Bud label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Phyto-Gen Fig Bud by Genestra Brands

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

Serving size0.28 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container53 Amounts shown are per serving.

Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract

Interacts with
410 drugs
0.28 mL per serving

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 (Ficus carica) bud extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Purified Water, Ethanol, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Phyto-Gen Fig Bud by Genestra Brands Drug Interactions

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410Drugs
410 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract 410

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Phyto-Gen Fig Bud interact with 410 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Phyto-Gen Fig Bud interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Phyto-Gen Fig Bud 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.

Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract3 drug types · 410 drugs

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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Phyto-Gen Fig Bud, 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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Phyto-Gen Fig Bud by Genestra Brands: Common Questions

Does Phyto-Gen Fig Bud by Genestra Brands interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Phyto-Gen Fig Bud has a known interaction with 410 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Phyto-Gen Fig Bud 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.
Will this raise or lower my blood sugar?
Fig may lower blood sugar, not raise it. A small study showed fig leaf tea modestly reduced blood sugar levels in type 1 diabetes patients. If you take insulin or diabetes medications, this product could make them work even stronger, so you need to check with your doctor before starting it.
Can I use this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Fig bud extract is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation based on available data, but safety information on concentrated medicinal extracts is limited. It's best to talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it during these times to make sure it's right for you.
What's the main side effect I should worry about?
The biggest concern is photodermatitis—a sun-triggered skin reaction. Fig leaf contains compounds that can cause serious burns when exposed to sunlight or UV light, especially in concentrated form. Several hospitalizations have been reported. If you use this product, avoid excessive sun exposure.
Does this actually work for what it claims?
The evidence isn't yet established. The data we hold shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate fig for constipation, eczema, diabetes, melasma, or vitiligo. That means studies haven't been done yet to say whether it works—not that it definitely doesn't.
Can I take this with antibiotics?
It depends on which antibiotic. Certain antibiotics (like ciprofloxacin or tetracyclines) are photosensitizing drugs, and fig can increase your sun sensitivity risk when combined with them. Check with your pharmacist or doctor about your specific antibiotic before starting this product.

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The Full Monographs Behind Phyto-Gen Fig Bud’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Fig

Interacts with 410 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 sugar and coughs. The fruit is a safe a...

Read the full Fig monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Phyto-Gen Fig Bud'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 13 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.

Fig 13 references
  1. Gandolfo M, Baeza M, De Barrio M, Anaphylaxis after eating figs. Allergy 2001;56:462-3. PubMed
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. Dechamp C, Bessot JC, Pauli G, Deviller P. First report of anaphylactic reaction after fig (Ficus carica) ingestion. Allergy 1995;50:514-6.
  5. Zaynoun ST, Aftimos BG, Abi Ali L, et al. Ficus carica; isolation and quantification of the photoactive components. Contact Dermatitis 1984;11:21-5.
  6. Lembo G, Lo Presti M, Balato N. Phytophotodermatitis due to ficus carica. Photodermatol 1985;2:119-20.
  7. Bollero, D., Stella, M., Rivolin, A., Cassano, P., Risso, D., and Vanzetti, M. Fig leaf tanning lotion and sun-related burns: case reports. Burns 2001;27(7):777-779. PubMed
  8. Ozdamar, E., Ozbek, S., and Akin, S. An unusual cause of burn injury: fig leaf decoction used as a remedy for a dermatitis of unknown etiology. J.Burn Care Rehabil. 2003;24(4):229-233. PubMed
  9. Munteanu, M. Contact dermatitis to the sap of fig-tree. Rev.Med.Chir Soc.Med.Nat.Iasi 1989;93(3):602.
  10. Lembo, G., Lo, Presti M., and Balato, N. Phytophotodermatitis due to ficus carica. Photodermatol. 1985;2(2):119-120.
  11. Micali, G., Nasca, M. R., and Musumeci, M. L. Severe phototoxic reaction secondary to the application of a fig leaves' decoction used as a tanning agent. Contact Dermatitis 1995;33(3):212-213. PubMed
  12. Bonamonte D, Foti C, Lionetti N, Rigano L, Angelini G. Photoallergic contact dermatitis to 8-methoxypsoralen in Ficus carica. Contact Dermatitis. 2010;62(6):343-8.
  13. Pinto AR, Machado Cunha I, Rebelo Gomes E. Fig Tree-Induced Phytophotodermatitis: A Case Report on the Perils of a Hobby. Cureus 2023;15(7):e41888. PubMed

See these in context on the Fig monograph →

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