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Raw Multi-Glandular For Men Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Swanson Premium Brand

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Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Raw Multi-Glandular For Men 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: Minor

Raw Multi-Glandular For Men is a dietary supplement by Swanson Premium Brand with 5 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anemia and low iron, vitamin b12 support, general energy and fatigue.Based on those ingredients, 3 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are raw Liver Tissue. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Raw Multi-Glandular For Men by Swanson Premium Brand

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 11, 2026

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 5 of its 5 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This supplement contains 5 active ingredients, all raw animal tissues: orchic (testicular) tissue, prostate tissue, heart tissue, kidney tissue, and liver tissue. These are whole-tissue concentrates — sometimes called glandular extracts — traditionally used to support men's health.

The product is a capsule filled with gelatin and these tissue components.

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 Liver Extract product and its label doesn't state a use — see Liver Extract'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.

Evidence for raw liver extract in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is rated possibly ineffective based on available data. For hepatitis C, there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate how well it works.

For the other tissues in this product — orchic, prostate, heart, and kidney — effectiveness ratings aren't on file with us, so we can't tell you what the evidence shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

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.

No adverse reactions have been reported in trials, but safety hasn't been thoroughly studied. There is concern about contamination since liver extract comes from raw animal liver obtained from slaughterhouses, which may come from sick or diseased animals.

Additionally, liver extracts from cows in countries where BSE (mad cow disease) has been documented — including Great Britain, France, The Netherlands, Portugal, Luxembourg, Ireland, Switzerland, Oman, and Belgium — carry a theoretical risk of contamination, though no human BSE cases from liver extract products have been reported. Liver extract can deliver very high levels of vitamin A and iron.

Vitamin A at high levels may harm a developing baby, so pregnancy safety data advises against it unless your doctor says otherwise. For breastfeeding, lactation safety information isn't on file.

If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Liver Extract.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 3 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.

If you take warfarin (Coumadin), a blood thinner, check with your pharmacist before starting — the liver extract may reduce its effectiveness. If you take iron supplements or medications, do the same, since the liver extract contains heme iron and could raise your total iron intake.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

This product may appeal to men looking for whole-tissue support, but the evidence for effectiveness is limited or unstudied for most of its components. If you take warfarin or iron supplements, check with your pharmacist first — the liver extract component interacts with both.

Pregnant women should avoid it due to vitamin A levels. Talk to your pharmacist about source quality and whether this product fits your health goals.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 25, 2018.

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 Raw Multi-Glandular For Men, straight from the product label.

Brand Swanson Premium Brand
Barcode (UPC) 087614113135
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 25, 2018
DSLD ID 178297
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult Male (18-50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Raw Multi-Glandular For Men by Swanson Premium Brand, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
087614113135
IngredientAmount% DV
raw Orchic (Testicular) Tissue150 mg--
raw Prostate Tissue150 mg--
raw Heart Tissue50 mg--
raw Kidney Tissue50 mg--
raw Liver Tissue50 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, May contain one or more of the following

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Label statements
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General Statements

Bringing wellness to the world since 1969

From U.S. and Argentinian cattle

To reorder, call toll free 1-800-437-4148 or visit our website at www.swansonvitamins.com

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Precautions

Do not use if seal is broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are taking any prescription medications.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adult males take one capsule per day with water.

General

SW1313

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Raw Multi-Glandular For Men by Swanson Premium Brand label

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Raw Multi-Glandular For Men label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Raw Multi-Glandular For Men by Swanson Premium Brand

These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule 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.

Raw Orchic (Testicular) Tissue

150 mg per serving Form: Argentinian Bovine

Raw Prostate Tissue

150 mg per serving Form: Argentinian Bovine

Raw Heart Tissue

50 mg per serving Form: U.S. Bovine

Raw Kidney Tissue

50 mg per serving Form: Argentinian Bovine

Raw Liver Tissue

Interacts with
3 drugs
50 mg per serving Form: U.S. Bovine

Liver extract is a dried or concentrated form of animal liver that is naturally rich in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and other nutrients. It was once...

Raw Liver Tissue monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, May contain one or more of the following. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Raw Multi-Glandular For Men by Swanson Premium Brand Drug Interactions

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3Drugs
3 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

raw Liver Tissue 3

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Raw Multi-Glandular For Men interact with 3 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 5 ingredients in Raw Multi-Glandular For Men interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. raw Liver Tissue

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Raw Multi-Glandular For Men 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.

raw Liver Tissue2 drug types · 3 drugs

Iron

Liver extract can contain heme iron. Taking liver extract with iron-containing medications or supplements may increase total iron intake and could increase the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects or excessive iron accumulation. The risk is greater with high doses, prolonged use, or in individuals with hemochromatosis or another iron-overload disorder. Review the iron content of the liver extract and the total elemental iron dose. Avoid unnecessary duplicate iron supplementation and consider monitoring ferritin and transferrin saturation when clinically appropriate.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Liver extract products may contain small and variable amounts of vitamin K. Theoretically, starting, stopping, or substantially changing the amount of liver extract used could reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and lower the INR. However, this interaction has not been directly studied or reported in humans, and the vitamin K content of liver extract products is generally not standardized. Consider monitoring the INR after a meaningful change in liver extract use.

Likelihood Possible Evidence C
raw Liver Tissue full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Raw Multi-Glandular For Men, from the product label.

Swanson Premium Brand

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Name
Swanson Health Products
Street Address
PO BOX 2803
City
Fargo
State
ND
ZipCode
58108
Phone Number
1-800-437-4148
Web Address
www.swansonvitamins.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Raw Multi-Glandular For Men by Swanson Premium Brand: Common Questions

Does Raw Multi-Glandular For Men by Swanson Premium Brand interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Raw Multi-Glandular For Men has a known interaction with 3 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Raw Multi-Glandular For Men contains 5 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.
What are the 'raw tissues' in this product — are they safe to eat?
They're concentrated extracts from animal organs (testis, prostate, heart, kidney, and liver) intended for supplemental use. Safety hasn't been thoroughly studied, and there's concern about potential contamination from raw animal liver sourced from slaughterhouses. Talk with your doctor before using, especially if you're concerned about sourcing or BSE risk.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
No. Liver extract can deliver very high vitamin A levels, which may harm a developing baby. Avoid this product unless your doctor specifically advises you to use it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant or planning pregnancy.
Does this help with chronic fatigue?
Liver extract in particular is rated possibly ineffective for chronic fatigue syndrome based on available evidence. For the other tissues in this product, we don't have effectiveness ratings on file.
What if I take both this and an iron supplement?
The liver extract in this product contains heme iron, so taking them together raises your total iron intake and could increase stomach upset or iron buildup in your body. Check with your pharmacist before combining them.
Should I worry about mad cow disease from this product?
There's a theoretical risk if the liver extract comes from cows in countries where BSE has been reported, though no human cases from contaminated liver extract products have been documented. If source concerns you, ask the manufacturer where their liver extract is sourced.

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The Full Monographs Behind Raw Multi-Glandular For Men’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Liver Extract

Interacts with 3 drugs

Liver extract is a dried or concentrated form of animal liver that is naturally rich in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and other nutrients. It was once used to treat certain anemias before pu...

Read the full Liver Extract monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Raw Multi-Glandular For Men'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 4 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.

Liver Extract 4 references
  1. Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.
  2. Kaslow JE, Rucker L, Onishi R. Liver extract-folic acid-cyanocobalamin vs placebo for chronic fatigue syndrome. Arch Intern Med 1989;149:2501-3. DOI
  3. Ebinuma, H., Saito, H., Tada, S., Masuda, T., Kamiya, T., Nishida, J., Yoshioka, M., and Ishii, H. Additive therapeutic effects of the liver extract preparation mixture adelavin-9 on interferon-beta treatment for chronic hepatitis C. Hepatogastroenterolog
  4. Saito, H., Ebinuma, H., Tada, S., Tsunematsu, S., Atsukawa, K., Masuda, T., Tsuchiya, M., and Ishii, H. Enhancing effect of the liver extract and flavin adenin dinucleotide mixture on anti-viral efficacy of interferon in patients with chronic hepatitis C. PubMed

See these in context on the Liver Extract 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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