Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg 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
Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg is a dietary supplement by Vitamin World with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for menopause symptoms (hot flashes), high cholesterol, bone health/osteoporosis.Based on those ingredients, 867 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Red Clover. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg by Vitamin World
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
This product contains one active ingredient: red clover blossoms at 430 mg per capsule. Red clover is a flowering plant whose active compounds are phytoestrogens — plant-derived substances that mimic estrogen in your body.
The capsule itself is gelatin, an inactive ingredient that holds the red clover powder. The potency of red clover supplements can vary depending on how much of the active isoflavones they contain.
When you're checking this product against your medications, ask whether your dose has been standardized to a specific isoflavone content, as that affects how strong the estrogenic effect might be.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for red clover's effectiveness isn't established in the data we hold. For menopausal symptoms, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and hair loss (androgenic alopecia), there is insufficient reliable evidence to rate whether red clover actually works.
If you're considering it for one of these purposes, talk with your doctor about what the research currently shows and what might work better for your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Red clover is generally well tolerated short-term in healthy adults, but its estrogen-like effects mean certain people need to be cautious. The most common side effects reported are muscle pain, nausea, and vaginal spotting.
There's been some concern about whether red clover might increase the risk of estrogen-sensitive cancers like breast or uterine cancer; a review of eight trials found that high-dose isoflavones might modestly increase breast density in premenopausal women, though the evidence in postmenopausal women is unclear. Red clover is best avoided during pregnancy because of its estrogen-like effects and lack of safety data.
The safety information while breastfeeding is also insufficient — there's not enough data to know either way, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take estrogens (including birth control and hormone therapy), methotrexate, or tamoxifen — red clover may interfere with how these work. Also flag any medications your liver metabolizes, particularly those processed by CYP1A2, CYP2C19, CYP2C9, or CYP3A4 enzymes, since red clover might raise their levels.
Use the search tool below with your medication names to be sure.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Red Clover Blossoms might appeal to someone interested in managing menopausal symptoms or bone health, but the evidence for those uses isn't solid yet. If you take estrogen therapy, methotrexate, tamoxifen, or any medications your liver breaks down, you'll need to clear this with your doctor or pharmacist first — the interactions are real enough to matter.
Pregnant and breastfeeding people should avoid it. Check your exact medications using the tool on this page before you start.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2013.
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 Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Vitamin World |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 074312751318 |
| Net contents | 100 Rapid Release Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 24, 2013 |
| DSLD ID | 21085 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg by Vitamin World, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Formulation
No Artificial Color, Flavor or Sweetener, No Preservatives, No Sugar, No Starch, No Milk, No Lactose, No Soy, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish. Sodium Free.
Vitamin World’s preservative free gelatin capsules contain pure milled herb powder.
General Statements
Vitamin World’s Natural Whole Herb products utilize ground plant parts to provide the natural components found in nature. Red Clover is a natural source of plant nutrients. Red Clover Blossoms have been tradtionally used by women as part of a balanced lifestyle.
Vitamin World products are subject to critically stringent quality assurance analysis. Our state-of-the-art laboratory, manufacturing and packaging facilities insure the highest quality nutritional supplements money can buy. Your health & safety are our first priority!
NATURAL WHOLE HERB
Vitamin World’s Guarantee: We use only the finest quality herbs and spices. Each is screened and finely milled for quick release.
Precautions
WARNING: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Seals/Symbols
QA QUALITY ASSURED
Get healthy.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
Brand IP Statement(s)
(C)2012 Vitamin World, Inc.
General
PROD. #5131 B5131 09C
Formula
Traditional Herb for Women
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
DIRECTIONS: For adults, take one (1) capsule five to six times daily, preferably with meals. Capsules may be opened and prepared as a tea.
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Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg by Vitamin World label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg by Vitamin World
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Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Red Clover
Interacts with867 drugs
Red clover is a plant rich in isoflavones (plant compounds with weak estrogen-like activity) that is most often used for menopause symptoms like hot f...
Red Clover monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg by Vitamin World Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg by Vitamin World does interact with several medication types.
The most serious concerns are estrogens, methotrexate, and tamoxifen — all rated Moderate. Red clover contains plant estrogens (phytoestrogens) that might interfere with how your body uses estrogen therapy, reduce the effectiveness of methotrexate (a drug used for autoimmune conditions and cancer), or potentially interfere with tamoxifen (a breast cancer medication).
There's also a case report of a woman taking methotrexate who developed severe nausea and stomach pain within three days of starting red clover 430 mg daily; her symptoms resolved after she stopped the supplement.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Red clover may also affect how your liver processes several other drug classes — drugs broken down by CYP1A2, CYP2C19, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4 enzymes — which could theoretically raise their levels in your bloodstream. These are all rated Minor because small clinical studies haven't confirmed the effect actually happens in real patients.
Red clover may also theoretically interact with blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs, though clinical evidence doesn't support this concern.
Altogether, these interactions span 868 individual medications.
Use the search tool below to check your exact medications before starting this product, and talk with your doctor or pharmacist — especially if you take hormone therapy, methotrexate, tamoxifen, or any medications processed by your liver.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg interact with 867 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Red Clover
Bazedoxifene Acetate, Conjugated EstrogensDuavee
How Bazedoxifene Acetate, Conjugated Estrogens interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Bazedoxifene Acetate, Conjugated Estrogens interactionConjugated EstrogensCenestin, Enjuvia, Premarin, Premarin Vaginal Cream
How Conjugated Estrogens interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Estrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Conjugated Estrogens interactionConjugated Estrogens, Medroxyprogesterone AcetatePremplus, Prempro
How Conjugated Estrogens, Medroxyprogesterone Acetate interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Conjugated Estrogens, Medroxyprogesterone Acetate interactionConjugated Estrogens, MeprobamatePMB 200, PMB 400
How Conjugated Estrogens, Meprobamate interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Estrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Conjugated Estrogens, Meprobamate interactionConjugated Estrogens, MethyltestosteronePremarin with Methyltestosterone
How Conjugated Estrogens, Methyltestosterone interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Conjugated Estrogens, Methyltestosterone interactionCyproterone Acetate, Ethinyl EstradiolDiane-35, Dianette
How Cyproterone Acetate, Ethinyl Estradiol interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Estrogens +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Cyproterone Acetate, Ethinyl Estradiol interactionDesogestrel, Ethinyl EstradiolDesogen, Marvelon, Marvelon 21, Marvelon 28, Mircette, Ortho-Cept +2 more
How Desogestrel, Ethinyl Estradiol interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Desogestrel, Ethinyl Estradiol interactionDrospirenone, EstetrolNextstellis
How Drospirenone, Estetrol interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Estrogens +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Drospirenone, Estetrol interactionDrospirenone, Ethinyl EstradiolAngeliq, Gianvi, Yasmin
How Drospirenone, Ethinyl Estradiol interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Estrogens +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Drospirenone, Ethinyl Estradiol interactionEsterified EstrogensEstratab, Menest
How Esterified Estrogens interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Esterified Estrogens interactionEsterified Estrogens, MethyltestosteroneEstratest
How Esterified Estrogens, Methyltestosterone interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Estrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Esterified Estrogens, Methyltestosterone interactionEstradiolDivigel, Elestrin, Estrace, Estraderm, Estring, Evamist +6 more
How Estradiol interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Estradiol interactionEstradiol, MedroxyprogesteroneDivitren
How Estradiol, Medroxyprogesterone interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Estrogens +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Estradiol, Medroxyprogesterone interactionEstradiol, Norethindrone AcetateActivella
How Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Estradiol, Norethindrone Acetate interactionEstradiol, NorgestimateOrtho-Prefest
How Estradiol, Norgestimate interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Estradiol, Norgestimate interactionEstradiol, ProgesteroneBijuvanda
How Estradiol, Progesterone interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Estradiol, Progesterone interactionEstrogenEstrogen
How Estrogen interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Estrogen interactionEstroneOrtho-Est
How Estrone interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Estrone interactionEstropipateOgen, Ortho EST
How Estropipate interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Estropipate interactionEthiny Estradiol, LevonorgestrelLogynon, Microgynon 30 ED
How Ethiny Estradiol, Levonorgestrel interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Estrogens +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethiny Estradiol, Levonorgestrel interactionEthinyl EstradiolEstinyl
How Ethinyl Estradiol interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol interactionEthinyl Estradiol, DesogestrelApri, Cesia, Cyclessa, Gedarel, Kariva, Linessa +4 more
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Desogestrel interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Estrogens +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol, Desogestrel interactionEthinyl Estradiol, DrospirenoneYaz
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Drospirenone interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol, Drospirenone interactionEthinyl Estradiol, Ethynodiol DiacetateDemulen 1/35, Demulen 1/50, Demulen Compack, Kelnor 1/35, Zovia, Zovia 1/35 +1 more
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Ethynodiol Diacetate interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol, Ethynodiol Diacetate interactionEthinyl Estradiol, LevonorgestrelAlesse, Alesse 21, Alesse 28, Aviane, Enpresse, Jolessa +18 more
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Levonorgestrel interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Estrogens +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol, Levonorgestrel interactionEthinyl Estradiol, NorethindroneAranelle, Brevicon, Brevicon .5/35 21 day, Brevicon .5/35 28 day, Brevicon 1/35 21 day, Brevicon 1/35 28 day +50 more
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Norethindrone interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol, Norethindrone interactionEthinyl Estradiol, Norethindrone, Ferrous FumarateEstrostep Fe, Femcon FE, Junel Fe 1.5/30, Loestrin Fe, Loestrin Fe 1.5/30, Loestrin Fe 1/20 +3 more
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Norethindrone, Ferrous Fumarate interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Estrogens +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol, Norethindrone, Ferrous Fumarate interactionEthinyl Estradiol, NorgestimateCilest, Mononessa, Ortho Tri-Cyclen 28, Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, Ortho Tri-Cylcen, Ortho-Cyclen +5 more
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Norgestimate interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol, Norgestimate interactionEthinyl Estradiol, NorgestrelCryselle, Lo/Ovral, Low-Ogestrel, Ogestrel 0.5/50, Ovral
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Norgestrel interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol, Norgestrel interactionEthinyl Estradiol, LevonogestrelLybrel
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Levonogestrel interacts with Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Red CloverEstrogens, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Read the full Red Clover + Ethinyl Estradiol, Levonogestrel interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg 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.
Red Clover
Estrogens
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of red clover might interfere with estrogen therapy.
Red clover contains phytoestrogens which might have estrogenic activity in some people. Theoretically, red clover might compete for estrogen receptors and interfere with estrogen-containing drug therapy.
Methotrexate (Trexall, Others)
Theoretically, red clover might increase the risk of methotrexate toxicity.
In a case report, a 52-year-old female receiving weekly methotrexate injections for psoriasis developed symptoms of methotrexate toxicity, including severe vomiting and epigastric pain, after three days of taking red clover 430 mg daily. Toxicity resolved after red clover was discontinued. However, no liver function tests or methotrexate levels were reported.
Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)
Theoretically, the phytoestrogens in red clover might interfere with tamoxifen.
In vitro and animal research suggests that genistein, a constituent of red clover, might antagonize the antitumor effects of tamoxifen. However, there is some evidence from an animal study that red clover does not reduce the efficacy of tamoxifen. Until more is known, tell patients taking tamoxifen to avoid red clover.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Although some laboratory research suggests that red clover may have anticoagulant and antiplatelet activity, clinical research has not shown this effect.
In vitro research suggests that genistein in red clover has antiplatelet effects, and historically, red clover was thought to have anticoagulant effects due to its coumarin content. However, some experts state that this is unlikely as most natural coumarins have not been shown to have anticoagulant effects, and their content in red clover is low. Additionally, some clinical research in postmenopausal patients found no effect on coagulation or prothrombin time with the use of red clover flowering tops 378 mg daily for 12 months or red clover isoflavone (Rimostil) 50 mg daily for 2 years.
Caffeine
Theoretically, soy might reduce the clearance of caffeine; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
Red clover contains genistein. Taking genistein 1 gram daily for 14 days seems to inhibit caffeine clearance and metabolism in healthy females. However, this effect does not seem to occur with the lower amounts of genistein found in red clover. A clinical study in healthy postmenopausal individuals shows that taking red clover capsules standardized to contain 60 mg isoflavones twice daily for 14 days does not affect the pharmacokinetics of caffeine.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
In vitro evidence shows that red clover inhibits CYP1A2. However, a clinical study in healthy postmenopausal individuals shows that taking red clover capsules standardized to contain 60 mg isoflavones twice daily for 14 days does not affect the pharmacokinetics of caffeine, a CYP1A2 probe substrate.
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates
Theoretically, red clover might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19.
In vitro evidence suggests that red clover weakly inhibits CYP2C19. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
In vitro evidence suggests that red clover might inhibit CYP2C9. However, a clinical study in healthy postmenopausal individuals shows that taking red clover capsules standardized to contain 60 mg isoflavones twice daily for 14 days does not affect the pharmacokinetics of tolbutamide, a CYP2C9 probe substrate.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, red clover might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4; however, a small clinical study found no effect.
In vitro evidence shows that red clover might inhibit CYP3A4 isoenzymes. However, a clinical study in healthy postmenopausal individuals shows that taking red clover capsules standardized to contain 60 mg isoflavones twice daily for 14 days does not affect the pharmacokinetics of alprazolam, a CYP3A4 probe substrate.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg, from the product label.
Vitamin World
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- Vitamin World, Inc.
- City
- Ronkonkoma
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11779
Red Clover Blossoms 430 mg by Vitamin World: Common Questions
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The 24 references behind this product’s interaction data
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Red Clover 24 references
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- Ingram DM, Hickling C, West L, et al. A double-blind randomized controlled trial of isoflavones in the treatment of cyclical mastalgia. The Breast 2002;11:170-4. PubMed
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- Geller SE, Shulman LP, van Breemen RB, et al. Safety and efficacy of black cohosh and red clover for the management of vasomotor symptoms: a randomized controlled trial. Menopause 2009;16:1156-66. PubMed
- Hidalgo LA, Chedraui PA, Morocho N, et al. The effect of red clover isoflavones on menopausal symptoms, lipids and vaginal cytology in menopausal women: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Gynecol Endocrinol 2005;21(5):257-264. PubMed
- Campbell MJ, Woodside JV, Honour JW, et al. Effect of red clover-derived isoflavone supplementation on insulin-like growth factor, lipid and antioxidant status in healthy female volunteers: a pilot study. Eur J Clin Nutr 2004;58(1):173-179. PubMed
- Guerrero JA, Lozano ML, Castillo J, et al. Flavonoids inhibit platelet function through binding to the thromboxane A2 receptor. J Thromb Haemost 2005;3(2):369-376. PubMed
- Kondo K, Suzuki Y, Ikeda Y, Umemura K. Genistein, an isoflavone included in soy, inhibits thrombotic vessel occlusion in the mouse femoral artery and in vitro platelet aggregation. Eur J Pharmacol 2002;455(1):53-57. PubMed
- Polini N, Rauschemberger MB, Mendiberri J, et al. Effect of genistein and raloxifene on vascular dependent platelet aggregation. Mol Cell Endocrinol 2007;267(1-2):55-62. PubMed
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- Villaseca P. Non-estrogen conventional and phytochemical treatments for vasomotor symptoms: what needs to be known for practice. Climacteric 2012;15(2):115-124. PubMed
- Chen, Y., Xiao, C. Q., He, Y. J., Chen, B. L., Wang, G., Zhou, G., Zhang, W., Tan, Z. R., Cao, S., Wang, L. P., and Zhou, H. H. Genistein alters caffeine exposure in healthy female volunteers. Eur.J Clin.Pharmacol. 2011;67(4):347-353. PubMed
- Friedman, J. A., Taylor, S. A., McDermott, W., and Alikhani, P. Multifocal and recurrent subarachnoid hemorrhage due to an herbal supplement containing natural coumarins. Neurocrit.Care 2007;7(1):76-80. PubMed
- Hooper, L., Madhavan, G., Tice, J. A., Leinster, S. J., and Cassidy, A. Effects of isoflavones on breast density in pre- and post-menopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Hum.Reprod.Update. 2010;16(6):745-7 PubMed
- Orr A and Parker R. Red clover causing symptoms suggestive of methotrexate toxicity in a patient on high-dose methotrexate. Menopause Int. 2013;19(3):133-134. PubMed
- Clifton-Bligh PB, et al. Red cover isoflavones enriched with formononetin lower serum LDL cholesterol- a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2015;69(1):134-142.
- Risk assessment for peri- and post-menopausal women taking food supplements containing isolated isoflavones. EFSA Panel on Food Additives and Nutrient Sources added to Food (ANS). 2015. DOI
- Ferraris C, Ballestra B, Listorti C, et al. Red clover and lifestyle changes to contrast menopausal symptoms in premenopausal patients with hormone-sensitive breast cancer receiving tamoxifen. Breast Cancer Res Treat 2020;180(1):157-65. doi: 10.1007/s1054 PubMed
- Chen L, Choi J, Leonard SW, et al. No Clinically Relevant Pharmacokinetic Interactions of a Red Clover Dietary Supplement with Cytochrome P450 Enzymes in Women. J Agric Food Chem. 2020;68(47):13929-13939. PubMed
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