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QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Clean

Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor is a dietary supplement by Herbal Clean with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for water retention (diuretic), digestive upset and bloating, urinary tract support.Based on those ingredients, 162 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Juniper berry extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor by Herbal Clean

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.

QCarbo20 Clear contains one active ingredient: juniper berry extract. It's a liquid formula with water, sweeteners (dextrose and fructose), vegetable glycerin, and various acids and preservatives to keep it shelf-stable.

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 Juniper product and its label doesn't state a use — see Juniper'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 we hold doesn't establish that juniper berry works for the conditions it's marketed for. Our data rates its effectiveness as insufficient for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), rheumatoid arthritis, urinary tract infections, wound healing, kidney stones, and bronchitis.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Juniper

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.

Juniper berry is generally well tolerated in food amounts when used short-term and in low doses, though a full safety review hasn't been done. Medicinal doses may irritate your kidneys and shouldn't be used long-term.

Topically, it can cause skin irritation, allergies, and burning or blistering — especially with sun exposure. Repeated inhalation of juniper pollen can trigger respiratory allergies.

The safety data advises against using juniper berry during pregnancy because it may affect the uterus. There isn't enough safety information to recommend it while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Juniper

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 — Juniper.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 162 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 QCarbo20 Clear, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take antidiabetes medications (risk of low blood sugar), diuretics or water pills (risk of amplified effects), or lithium (risk of rising lithium levels).

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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.

QCarbo20 Clear is a juniper berry product with documented interactions involving blood sugar medications, diuretics, and lithium — so if you take any of those, you'll need to check with your doctor or pharmacist first. The evidence doesn't establish that it works for its marketed uses.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid it or discuss it with your healthcare provider before starting.

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 Aug 23, 2021.

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 QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Clean
Barcode (UPC) 019962555343
Net contents 20 fl. Oz.; 591 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2021
DSLD ID 252237
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor by Herbal Clean, 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:
20 Fluid Ounce(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
20 Fluid Ounce(s)
Servings per container
1
UPC/BARCODE
019962555343
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories250 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates60 Gram(s)20%
Sugar51 Gram(s)--
Juniper berry extract10 mg--

Other ingredients: Water, Dextrose, Fructose, Artificial Flavors, Vegetable Glycerine, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Malic Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Potassium Sorbate

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Drinking Instructions For instructions in Spanish, text QC20CLEAR to the number 411669. Comfortably drink one 20 ounce glass of water. Wait 20 minutes, shake well, and then at a comfortable pace drink the entire 20 ounce QCarbo Clear and take the 5 Super Boost Energy Detox Tablets. To ensure your comfort, again wait approximately 20 minutes then refill the bottle with water to drink at a comfortable pace. As part of the toxin elimination process, be sure to urinate frequently. Sit back and relax, you have purchased the best cleansing product on the market.

When cleansing the system, it is important to drink as much water as possible on a daily basis. Avoid unwanted toxins. Best when taken on an empty stomach; however if you have a sensitive stomach, you may eat something light (like toast). This product is not intended for regular or daily use.

Those who are serious about a cleanse use QPretox Master Concentrated Capsules prior to use of QCarbo20 Clear.

General Statements

Important Tips Learn more about how to detoxify your body here: herbalclean.com/how-to-video.

Cleansing is beneficial prior to any diet and exercise program.

CA Cash Refund

100% Guarantee In the unlikely event that you are unsatisfied, please visit herbalclean.com/guarantee for details.

QPretox Master Concentrated Capsules Herbal Supplement Also try QPretox! Made for those who are serious about a pre-cleanse.

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Formulation

Extreme Strength Cleansing Formula

Detox

Formula

Specially Formulated for People with Higher Toxin Levels or Larger Body Mass

Precautions

Warning: Do not use this product if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have kidney or gallbladder disorder or disease.

This product is not recommended for prolonged use. This product is made with botanical herbs. When using this product you may experience nausea, dizziness, diarrhea or cramping. If you start to experience any of these symptoms, discontinue use of product immediately. If symptoms persist seek medical assistance.

As with all herbal supplements, this product is not recommended for children without the supervision of a parent or a guardian.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2016 All Rights Reserved, BNG Enterprises, Inc.

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QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor by Herbal Clean label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor by Herbal Clean

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size20 Fluid Ounce(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container1 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.

Sugar

51 Gram(s) per serving

Juniper berry extract

Interacts with
162 drugs
10 mg per serving

Juniper berry is a traditional herb best known for flavoring gin and for its folk use as a diuretic and digestive aid. Solid human evidence for its he...

Juniper berry extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Water, Dextrose, Fructose, Artificial Flavors, Vegetable Glycerine, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Malic Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Potassium Sorbate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor by Herbal Clean Drug Interactions

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162Drugs
86 Moderate 76 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor 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.

Juniper berry extract3 drug types · 162 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking juniper berry with antidiabetes medications might cause additive hypoglycemia.
Animal research shows that juniper berry can lower blood glucose.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, juniper berry might increase the risk of adverse effects from diuretic drugs.
Juniper berry is thought to have mild diuretic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, juniper berry might reduce lithium excretion and increase serum levels of lithium.
Juniper berry is thought to have mild diuretic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor, from the product label.

Herbal Clean

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Name
BNG Enterprises, Inc
Street Address
PO Box 1450
City
Tempe
State
AZ
ZipCode
85280
Phone Number
1-800-943-3869
Web Address
herbalclean.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor by Herbal Clean: Common Questions

Does QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor by Herbal Clean interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor has a known interaction with 162 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor 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.
Can I take QCarbo20 if I'm pregnant?
No — juniper berry is traditionally avoided during pregnancy because it may affect the uterus. Talk with your doctor before using this product if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Can I take QCarbo20 while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data on juniper berry during breastfeeding. It's best to avoid it or discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist to decide what's right for you and your baby.
What does juniper berry do?
Juniper berry is marketed for several conditions — including reflux, arthritis, urinary tract infections, and wound healing — but we don't hold evidence that it's effective for any of them.
Is juniper berry safe to use long-term?
No. Medicinal doses of juniper berry may irritate your kidneys and shouldn't be used long-term. Short-term use in low doses is generally well tolerated, but you should talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how long it's safe for you to take it.
Can juniper berry cause skin problems?
Yes. Topical or repeated exposure can cause allergies, skin irritation, burning, and blistering — especially if you're also in the sun. In rare cases, carrying juniper close to your skin has caused burn-like blisters.

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The Full Monographs Behind QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

QCarbo20 Clear Strawberry-Mango Flavor'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 7 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.

Juniper 7 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  3. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  4. Robbers JE, Tyler VE. Tyler's Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals. New York, NY: The Haworth Herbal Press, 1999.
  5. Sanchez de Medina F, Gamez MJ, Jimenez I, et al. Hypoglycemic activity of juniper "berries." Planta Med 1994;60:197-200. PubMed
  6. Swanston-Flatt SK, Day C, Bailey CJ, Flatt PR. Traditional plant treatments for diabetes. Studies in normal and streptozotocin diabetic mice. Diabetologia 1990;33:462-4. PubMed
  7. Tammaro A, Adebanjo GAR, Chello C, et al. Bullous dermatitis caused by common juniper. Contact Dermatitis. 2020. PubMed

See these in context on the Juniper monograph →

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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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