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Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones label
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Powder Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones 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

Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones is a dietary supplement by PureBulk.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for alcohol cravings and reduction, menopausal symptoms, heart and blood vessel health.Based on those ingredients, 584 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Isoflavones. 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 P.E. 8% Isoflavones by PureBulk.com

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.

This product contains one active ingredient: isoflavones derived from red clover at 8% concentration. Isoflavones are plant compounds with estrogen-like properties.

The powder also contains maltodextrin as an inactive ingredient for texture and stability.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Kudzu's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Kudzu for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Alcohol use disorder — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

For alcohol use disorder, isoflavones are rated possibly effective — meaning there's some evidence they may help, but more research is needed. For other uses listed in the data — hay fever, angina, and back pain — the evidence isn't established well enough to rate.

If you're considering this for any of those reasons, talk to your pharmacist or doctor about what the current research actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Kudzu

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.

Isoflavones are generally well tolerated in short-term use, though side effects reported in trials (nausea, indigestion, bloating, dizziness, and skin rashes) occurred at rates no higher than placebo. Long-term safety hasn't been firmly established.

The safety data advises against use during pregnancy because of potential hormone-like effects and insufficient data. There isn't enough information to recommend this product while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Kudzu

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 — Kudzu.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 585 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 this product, check your medications against these drug types: hepatotoxic drugs (liver-damaging agents), blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs, estrogen-based medications, caffeine-containing products, methotrexate, tamoxifen, and antidiabetes drugs. The worst interactions are Moderate severity.

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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 may help with alcohol use disorder, but the evidence is still building. If you take medications for your liver, blood clotting, hormones, or diabetes, or if you're on methotrexate, tamoxifen, or take a lot of caffeine, you need to check with your pharmacist first.

Avoid it in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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 Jun 25, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones, straight from the product label.

Brand PureBulk.com
Net contents 100 Gram(s); 3.53 oz.
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 25, 2013
DSLD ID 23234
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones by PureBulk.com, 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:
200 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1000 mg
Servings per container
100
IngredientAmount% DV
Isoflavones80 mg--

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin

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Label statements
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Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: This product is not intended for use by those with a serious medical condition or pregnant or lactating women.

Consult your physician before use.

General Statements

Derived from Trifolium pratense L. leaf and flower (tops)

US Standard Measuring Spoons Spoon Size (level) milligrams 1/16 teaspoon 229 1/8 teaspoon 459 1/4 teaspoon 919

Storage

Storage: Keep dry, cool & dark

Formulation

Free of: soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, and artificial additives.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 200 mg (1/16 tsp) to 1000 mg (1/4 tsp) daily or as directed by physician.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

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Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones by PureBulk.com label

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Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones by PureBulk.com

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

Serving size200 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Isoflavones

Interacts with
584 drugs
80 mg per serving

Kudzu is a fast-growing vine whose root has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine and is now studied mostly for reducing alcohol intake. Earl...

Isoflavones monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones by PureBulk.com Drug Interactions

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584Drugs
512 Moderate 72 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Isoflavones 584

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones interact with 584 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Isoflavones

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones 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.

Isoflavones7 drug types · 584 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, kudzu may increase the risk of bleeding if used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Kudzu isoflavones are reported to have antiplatelet activity.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Caffeine

Theoretically, taking kudzu with caffeine might increase levels of caffeine.
In healthy males injected with the kudzu constituent puerarin, caffeine clearance and metabolism is inhibited. This effect has been attributed to inhibition of cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) enzyme, which is involved in caffeine metabolism. It is unclear if taking kudzu orally would have this same effect.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Estrogens

Theoretically, kudzu might alter the effects of estrogen therapy.
Some research suggests that kudzu has estrogenic effects. This may enhance or inhibit the effects of estrogen therapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Hepatotoxic Drugs

Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive hepatotoxic effects.
There is some concern that kudzu can adversely affect the liver.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Methotrexate (Trexall, Others)

Theoretically, taking kudzu with methotrexate might increase the risk of methotrexate toxicity.
Preclinical research suggests that kudzu extract greatly reduces the elimination and increases the toxicity of methotrexate. Kudzu might inhibit organic anion transporters (OATs) that are responsible for hepatobiliary and renal excretion of anions, similar to the interaction between methotrexate and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)

Theoretically, kudzu might interfere with tamoxifen activity.
Some research suggests that kudzu may have estrogenic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking kudzu with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Kudzu might lower blood glucose levels and have additive effects in patients treated with antidiabetic agents. The dose of diabetes medications might need to be adjusted.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Isoflavones full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones, from the product label.

PureBulk.com

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Name
PureBulk.com
City
Roseburg
State
OR
ZipCode
97471
Phone Number
(541) 679-1500
Web Address
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Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones by PureBulk.com: Common Questions

Does Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones by PureBulk.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones has a known interaction with 584 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — the safety data advises against use during pregnancy because of possible hormone-like effects and insufficient data. There also isn't enough information to recommend it while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's safe for you.
What side effects did people report in studies?
Some trial participants reported nausea, indigestion, bloating, dizziness, or skin rashes, but these effects occurred at the same rate as placebo, so they weren't clearly caused by the product itself.
How long can I safely take this?
Short-term use is generally well tolerated based on the data we have. Long-term safety hasn't been firmly established, so talk with your pharmacist about how long it's appropriate for you to use it.
Does this actually work for alcohol use disorder?
The evidence rates it as possibly effective, meaning some research suggests it may help, but more studies are needed before we can be confident. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if it's worth trying for your situation.
What is an isoflavone?
Isoflavones are plant compounds found in red clover that act like estrogen in your body. That's why they can interact with hormone-related medications and why they're not recommended in pregnancy.

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The Full Monographs Behind Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Kudzu

Interacts with 584 drugs

Kudzu is a fast-growing vine whose root has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine and is now studied mostly for reducing alcohol intake. Early research is promising for cutting back...

Read the full Kudzu monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Red Clover P.E. 8% Isoflavones'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 21 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.

Kudzu 21 references
  1. Woo J, Lau E, Ho SC, et al. Comparison of Pueraria lobata with hormone replacement therapy in treating the adverse health consequences of menopause. Menopause 2003;10:352-61. PubMed
  2. Akita H, Sowa J, Makiura M, et al. Maculopapular drug eruption due to the Japanese herbal medicine Kakkonto (kudzu or arrowroot decoction). Contact Dermatitis 2003;48:348-9. PubMed
  3. Luo ZR, Zheng B. [Effect of Puerarin on platelet activating factors CD63 and CD62P, plasminogen activator inhibitor and C-reactive protein in patients with unstable angia pectoris]. Zhongguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi 2001;21:31-3 .
  4. Lee KT, Sohn IC, Kim DH, et al. Hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effects of tectorigenin and kaikasaponin III in the streptozotocin-lnduced diabetic rat and their antioxidant activity in vitro. Arch Pharm Res 2000;23:461-6.
  5. Yu Z, Zhang G, Zhao H. [Effects of Puerariae isoflavone on blood viscosity, thrombosis and platelet function]. Zhong Yao Cai 1997;20:468-9.
  6. Hsu FL, Liu IM, Kuo DH, et al. Antihyperglycemic effect of puerarin in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. J Nat Prod 2003;66:788-92. PubMed
  7. Chiang HM, Fang SH, Wen KC, et al. Life-threatening interaction between the root extract of Pueraria lobata and methotrexate in rats. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 2005;209:263-8.
  8. Zheng, J., Chen, B., Jiang, B., Zeng, L., Tang, Z. R., Fan, L., and Zhou, H. H. The effects of puerarin on CYP2D6 and CYP1A2 activities in vivo. Arch Pharm Res 2010;33(2):243-246. PubMed
  9. Hsu, H. H., Chang, C. K., Su, H. C., Liu, I. M., and Cheng, J. T. Stimulatory effect of puerarin on alpha1A-adrenoceptor to increase glucose uptake into cultured C2C12 cells of mice. Planta Med 2002;68(11):999-1003.
  10. Zheng, G., Zhang, X., Zheng, J., Meng, Q., and Zheng, D. [Estrogen-like effects of puerarin and total isoflavones from Pueraria lobata]. Zhong.Yao Cai. 2002;25(8):566-568.
  11. Qi, B. L. and Qi, B. M. [Effect of the purariae-isofiavones on estrogen level in normal and ovariectomized rats]. Zhongguo Zhong.Yao Za Zhi. 2002;27(11):850-852.
  12. Akita, H., Sowa, J., Makiura, M., Akamatsu, H., and Matsunaga, K. Maculopapular drug eruption due to the Japanese herbal medicine Kakkonto (kudzu or arrowroot decoction). Contact Dermatitis 2003;48(6):348-349. PubMed
  13. Manonai, J., Chittacharoen, A., Theppisai, U., and Theppisai, H. Effect of Pueraria mirifica on vaginal health. Menopause. 2007;14(5):919-924. PubMed
  14. Chandeying, V. and Sangthawan, M. Efficacy comparison of Pueraria mirifica (PM) against conjugated equine estrogen (CEE) with/without medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) in the treatment of climacteric symptoms in perimenopausal women: phase III study. J M
  15. Virojchaiwong, P., Suvithayasiri, V., and Itharat, A. Comparison of Pueraria mirifica 25 and 50 mg for menopausal symptoms. Arch.Gynecol.Obstet. 2011;284(2):411-419. PubMed
  16. Hou, Q., Ao, X., Li, G., and Zhang, Y. [Puerarin combined with avandia for diabetic nephropathy]. Zhong.Nan.Da.Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban. 2012;37(1):73-77.
  17. Kim HJ, Kim H, Ahn JH, Suk JH. Liver injury induced by herbal extracts containing mistletoe and kudzu. J Altern Complement Med 2015;21(3):180-5. PubMed
  18. Santosh N, Mohan K, Royana S, Yamini TB. Hepatotoxicity of tubers of Indian Kudzu (Pueraria tuberosa) in rats. Food Chem Toxicol. 2010 Apr;48(4):1066-71. PubMed
  19. Teschke R, Zhang L, Long H, Schwarzenboeck A, Schmidt-Taenzer W, Genthner A, Wolff A, Frenzel C, Schulze J, Eickhoff A. Traditional Chinese Medicine and herbal hepatotoxicity: a tabular compilation of reported cases. Ann Hepatol. 2015 Jan-Feb;14(1):7-19. DOI
  20. Wang D, Qiu L, Wu X, Wei H, Xu F. Evaluation of kudzu root extract-induced hepatotoxicity. J Ethnopharmacol. 2015 Dec 24;176:321-6. PubMed
  21. Warinsiriruk P, Tantitham C, Cherdshewasart W, Shobeiri SA, Manonai J. Effects of Pueraria mirifica on vaginal artery vascularization in postmenopausal women with genitourinary syndrome of menopause. Maturitas 2022;160:4-10. PubMed

See these in context on the Kudzu monograph →

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