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Red Raspberry Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herb Stop

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

Red Raspberry is a dietary supplement by Herb Stop with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for pregnancy and labor support, menstrual cramps, digestive upset and diarrhea.Based on those ingredients, 135 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Red Raspberry. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Red Raspberry by Herb Stop

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: red raspberry leaf. Red raspberry is a plant commonly used in herbal medicine, and this supplement delivers it in capsule form for easy dosing.

The capsules also contain inactive ingredients—hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (a capsule material) and purified water.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Red Raspberry's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Traditional female balancing herb.
  • We looked for evidence on: Dysmenorrhea, Menorrhagia, Labor pain, Parturition, Premenstrual syndrome, Uterine health — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Red Raspberry is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Labor pain (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Red Raspberry is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Parturition, Dysmenorrhea, Menorrhagia.

The evidence we hold does not establish that red raspberry works for aging skin, heart disease, respiratory infections, heart failure, or diabetes. The effectiveness ratings for these uses are all insufficient, meaning the data isn't strong enough right now to say whether it helps.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Red Raspberry

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.

Red raspberry fruit and leaf are generally well tolerated by most adults, though safety data is limited. The most common side effects with the leaf are diarrhea, upset stomach, and epigastric pain (pain in the upper abdomen)—but these don't typically happen at standard doses.

One case of occupational asthma from inhaling raspberry powder has been reported, with wheezing and shortness of breath. In pregnancy, red raspberry carries mixed ratings—some data suggest it's likely safe, others say possibly safe, and some indicate it may be unsafe.

Because the safety evidence isn't well established, especially for pregnancy, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether to use it if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant. There isn't enough reliable information to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding, so discuss that with your healthcare provider too.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Red Raspberry

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 — Red Raspberry.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 135 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.

Double-check this product if you take anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs (blood thinners and anti-clotting medications like warfarin, aspirin, or clopidogrel)—red raspberry may increase bleeding risk. Also confirm with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on insulin, since red raspberry leaf may lower your blood sugar.

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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 Raspberry by Herb Stop may be worth considering if you're interested in herbal supplements, but the evidence for its intended uses isn't established yet. If you take blood thinners or insulin, you'll want to check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it—the interactions here are real concerns.

Pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning either? Talk it over with your own healthcare provider first.

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 Oct 24, 2023.

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 Raspberry, straight from the product label.

Brand Herb Stop
Net contents 300 Veggie Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2023
DSLD ID 297419
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Organic, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Red Raspberry by Herb Stop, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
150
IngredientAmount% DV
Red Raspberry880 mg--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Water, Purified

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take 2 capsules 2 to 3 times per day with water, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Precautions

Safety guideline: Not to be used during pregnancy or lactation. If you have a medical condition or take pharmaceutical drugs, please consult with your doctor before use.

Keep away from children.

Use only as directed on label.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Herb Stop Health in your own hands

Formula

Herbal capsule

Traditional female balancing herb Naturally occurring nutrients

Formulation

Certified organic

Vegan & cruelty-free

Vegan & cruelty-free Made in USA.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

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Red Raspberry by Herb Stop label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Red Raspberry by Herb Stop

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container150 Amounts shown are per serving.

Red Raspberry

Interacts with
135 drugs
880 mg per serving

Red raspberry leaf is a traditional herbal remedy most often used as a tea in late pregnancy and for menstrual discomfort, but solid scientific eviden...

Red Raspberry monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Red Raspberry by Herb Stop Drug Interactions

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135Drugs
135 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Red Raspberry 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 Raspberry2 drug types · 135 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, taking red raspberry leaf with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding.
In vitro research suggests that red raspberry leaf extract has antiplatelet activity and enhances the in vitro effects of the antiplatelet medication cangrelor. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Insulin

Red raspberry leaf might reduce glucose levels in patients being treated with insulin.
In one case report, a 38-year-old patient with gestational diabetes, whose blood glucose was being controlled with medical nutrition therapy and insulin, developed hypoglycemia after consuming two servings of raspberry leaf tea daily for 3 days beginning at 32 weeks' gestation. The patient required an insulin dose reduction. The hypoglycemia was considered to be probably related to use of red raspberry leaf tea.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Red Raspberry, from the product label.

Herb Stop

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Name
The Herb Stop
Street Address
PO Box 673
City
Pine
State
AZ
ZipCode
85544
Phone Number
877.345.4372
Web Address
www.herbstop.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Red Raspberry by Herb Stop: Common Questions

Does Red Raspberry by Herb Stop interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Red Raspberry has a known interaction with 135 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Red Raspberry 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 Red Raspberry if I'm pregnant?
Red raspberry has mixed safety ratings in pregnancy—some suggest it's likely safe, others say possibly safe or unsafe. The data isn't clear enough to know for sure. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it in pregnancy; they can weigh the evidence for your specific situation.
What side effects might I experience?
Diarrhea, upset stomach, and pain in the upper abdomen are the most common side effects, but they don't typically happen at standard doses. One rare case of asthma-like symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) from inhaling raspberry powder has been reported.
Does red raspberry actually help with any of these conditions?
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that it works for aging skin, heart disease, respiratory infections, heart failure, or diabetes. More research is needed.
Is it safe to take while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable information to know whether red raspberry is safe while breastfeeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What's actually in this product?
Red Raspberry by Herb Stop contains one active ingredient—red raspberry leaf—in a capsule made with hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (a capsule material) and purified water.

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Sources & How We Checked

Red Raspberry'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.

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The 8 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.

Red Raspberry 8 references
  1. Eagon PK, Elm MS, Hunter DS, et al. Medicinal herbs: modulation of estrogen action. Era of Hope Mtg, Dept Defense; Breast Cancer Res Prog, Atlanta, GA 2000;Jun 8-11.
  2. Parsons M, Simpson M, Ponton T. Raspberry leaf and its effects on labour: safety and efficacy. Aust Coll Midwives Inc J 1999;12:20-5.
  3. Simpson M, Parsons M, Greenwood J, Wade K. Raspberry leaf in pregnancy: its safety and efficacy in labor. J Midwifery Womens Health 2001;46:51-9.. PubMed
  4. Mullen W, McGinn J, Lean ME, et al. Ellagitannins, flavonoids, and other phenolics in red raspberries and their contribution to antioxidant capacity and vasorelaxation properties. J Agric Food Chem 2002;50:5191-6.. PubMed
  5. Sherson, D., Andersen, B., Hansen, I., and Kjoller, H. Occupational asthma due to freeze-dried raspberry. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2003;90(6):660-663. PubMed
  6. Cheang KI, Nguyen TT, Karjane NW, Salley KE. Raspberry Leaf and Hypoglycemia in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. Obstet Gynecol. 2016;128(6):1421-4. PubMed
  7. Dudzinska D, Bednarska K, Boncler M, Luzak B, Watala C. The influence of Rubus idaeus and Rubus caesius leaf extracts on platelet aggregation in whole blood. Cross-talk of platelets and neutrophils. Platelets. 2016;27(5):433-9.
  8. Henrotin Y, Cozannet RL, Fança-Berthon P, et al. Rubus idaeus extract improves symptoms in knee osteoarthritis patients: results from a phase II double-blind randomized controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2022;23(1):650. PubMed

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