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Dietary supplement

Rosehip Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Swiss BioEnergetics

Tablet Or Pill Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Rosehip Extract is a dietary supplement by Swiss BioEnergetics with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for joint pain and osteoarthritis, colds and flu, source of vitamin c.Based on those ingredients, 213 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Rose Hip Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Rosehip Extract by Swiss BioEnergetics

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.

Swiss BioEnergetics Rosehip Extract contains one active ingredient: rose hip extract — the dried fruit of the rose plant, known for its vitamin C content and other compounds. The tablet also includes several inactive ingredients (pregelatinized starch, microcrystalline cellulose, and others) that help hold the tablet together and aid absorption.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: super strength joint support anti-inflammatory.
  • We looked for evidence on: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Gout, Postoperative pain, Sciatica, Joint inflammation — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Rose Hip is rated "Possibly Effective" for Osteoarthritis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Rose Hip is rated "Possibly Effective" for Postoperative pain.
  • Also on file: Rose Hip is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Gout, Sciatica.

Rose hip extract is possibly effective for postoperative pain — pain after surgery — based on available evidence. For osteoarthritis (joint wear and tear), the evidence also rates it as possibly effective.

For high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), we don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Rose Hip

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.

Rose hip is generally well tolerated when eaten as food, but safety data on concentrated supplements is less studied and more limited. The most common side effects are flatulence and loose stools.

Vertigo and headache have been reported rarely. Gastrointestinal upset — including cramps, nausea, diarrhea, heartburn, and constipation — can occur, though in most cases these happened just as often in people taking placebo.

Because rose hip powder is high in vitamin C, very large doses might trigger osmotic diarrhea and gastrointestinal upset. The facts provided don't include pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Rose Hip

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 — Rose Hip.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; cancer treatments; lithium.
  • For scale: 213 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 with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you take blood thinners (anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs), estrogens (oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy), lithium, chemotherapy drugs, or aluminum-containing compounds. Minor interactions with aspirin and warfarin are also documented but unlikely to be clinically significant at typical rose hip doses.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Rose hip extract is possibly effective for postoperative pain and osteoarthritis, though the evidence is modest. If you take blood thinners, estrogen-based medications, lithium, or are undergoing chemotherapy, check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting — the interactions are real enough to warrant review.

Otherwise, it's generally well tolerated, with loose stools and flatulence being the most likely side effects.

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 May 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 Rosehip Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand Swiss BioEnergetics
Barcode (UPC) 5060361463482
Net contents 120 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 24, 2023
DSLD ID 284373
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Rosehip Extract by Swiss BioEnergetics, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
5060361463482
IngredientAmount% DV
Rose Hip Extract200 mg--

Other ingredients: pregelatinized Starch, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, Polyvinylpyrrolidone, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

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Label statements
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Formula

Potent Natural Anti-Inflammatory Galacto Lipid

Formulation

Super Strength Joint Support

Suitable for Vegetarians or Vegans

Seals/Symbols

Manufactured in the UK GMP Consistent Quality

FDA Statement of Identity

Food Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

DIRECTIONS: Take 1-3 tablets daily, preferably with food.

Precautions

CAUTIONS: Always consult your health practitioner before taking nutritional supplements if you are taking medication or under medical supervision. Pregnant or lactating mothers should consult a health practitioner before using health supplements.

You should not take supplements as a substitute for a varied balanced diet.

Do not exceed stated dose unless under instruction from your health practitioner.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place, out of reach of children.

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Rosehip Extract by Swiss BioEnergetics label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Rosehip Extract by Swiss BioEnergetics

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Rose Hip Extract

Interacts with
213 drugs
200 mg per serving

Rose hip is the vitamin C–rich fruit of the wild rose, used traditionally for colds and joint pain. A standardized rose hip powder has some research s...

Rose Hip Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Pregelatinized Starch, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, Polyvinylpyrrolidone, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Rosehip Extract by Swiss BioEnergetics Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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Rose Hip Extract8 drug types · 213 drugs

Alkylating Agents

Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. The use of antioxidants like vitamin C during chemotherapy is controversial. There is concern that antioxidants could reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs that generate free radicals, such as cyclophosphamide, chlorambucil, carmustine, busulfan, and thiotepa. In contrast, some researchers theorize that antioxidants might make chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. Further, some animal research suggests that the antioxidant effects of rose hip might attenuate cyclophosphamide-induced testicular toxicity. More evidence is needed to determine what effect, if any, antioxidants found in rose hip, such as vitamin C, have on the effectiveness and adverse effects of chemotherapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Aluminum

Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. Theoretically, vitamin C increases the absorption of aluminum. Concomitant use might increase aluminum absorption, but the clinical significance of this is unknown. Administer rose hip two hours before or four hours after antacids.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that a constituent of rose hip, rugosin E, can induce platelet aggregation. This has not been shown in humans. Theoretically, concomitant use of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antitumor Antibiotics

Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of antitumor antibiotics.
Rose hip contains the antioxidant vitamin C. There is concern that antioxidants might reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs that generate free radicals, such as antitumor antibiotics. In contrast, other researchers theorize that antioxidants might make antitumor antibiotic chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. More evidence is needed to determine what effects, if any, antioxidants such as vitamin C have on antitumor antibiotic chemotherapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Estrogens

Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. Increases in plasma estrogen levels of up to 55% have occured under some circumstances when vitamin C is taken concurrently with oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy, including topical products. It is suggested that vitamin C prevents oxidation of estrogen in the tissues, regenerates oxidized estrogen, and reduces sulfate conjugation of estrogen in the gut wall. When tissue levels of vitamin C are high, these processes are already maximized and supplemental vitamin C does not have any effect on estrogen levels. However, increases in plasma estrogen levels may occur when women who are deficient in vitamin C take supplements.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of lithium.
Rose hip is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, rose hip might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Aspirin

Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. It has been suggested that acidification of the urine by vitamin C can decrease the urinary excretion of salicylates, increasing plasma salicylate levels. However, short-term use of up to 6 grams daily of vitamin C does not seem to affect urinary pH or salicylate excretion. The vitamin C content of rose hip is typically about 500 mg per 100 grams. Thus, a clinically significant interaction between rose hip and aspirin is unlikely.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of warfarin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. High doses of vitamin C may reduce the response to warfarin, possibly by causing diarrhea and reducing warfarin absorption. This occurred in two people who took up to 16 grams daily of vitamin C, and resulted in decreased prothrombin time. Lower doses of 5-10 grams daily of vitamin C can also reduce warfarin absorption, but this does not seem to be clinically significant. The vitamin C content of rose hip is typically about 500 mg per 100 grams. Thus, a clinically significant interaction between rose hip and warfarin is unlikely.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Rosehip Extract, from the product label.

Swiss BioEnergetics

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Name
Countercom Ltd
Street Address
310 Harrow Road
City
Middlesex
State
HA9 6LL
Web Address
www.swissbioenergetics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Rosehip Extract by Swiss BioEnergetics: Common Questions

Does Rosehip Extract by Swiss BioEnergetics interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Rosehip Extract has a known interaction with 213 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Rosehip Extract 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.
What is rose hip extract, and where does it come from?
Rose hip is the fruit of the rose plant, dried and concentrated into an extract. It's rich in vitamin C and other compounds. It's used traditionally for joint health and pain, though the evidence for specific uses is still being studied.
Can I take this if I'm on birth control or hormone replacement therapy?
Rose hip may theoretically raise your estrogen levels because it contains vitamin C, which can affect how your body handles estrogen. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before combining them — they may want to monitor you or adjust your dose.
What side effects should I expect?
Most people tolerate it well. Flatulence and loose stools are the most common side effects. Rarely, some people report headache or dizziness. Gastrointestinal upset (nausea, cramps, heartburn) can happen, though it occurred at similar rates in people taking placebo in studies.
Is this safe to take with blood thinners like warfarin?
Rose hip may theoretically reduce how well blood thinners work, but at typical doses the vitamin C content is probably too low to cause real problems. Still, check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining them — they know your full picture and can advise you.
Does rose hip work for arthritis?
Evidence rates rose hip as possibly effective for osteoarthritis, meaning there's some support but it's not yet definitive. For postoperative pain, the evidence is similarly modest. Talk with your doctor about whether it's a reasonable add-on for your situation.
What are the inactive ingredients, and does this have fillers?
Yes, this tablet includes inactive ingredients like starch, cellulose, and silica to help bind and protect the extract. These are standard in tablets and help ensure the product holds together and dissolves properly.

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The 24 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.

Rose Hip 24 references
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  8. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Selenium, and Carotenoids. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://www.nap.edu/books/0309069351/html/.
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  12. Mc Leod DC, Nahata MC. Inefficacy of ascorbic acid as a urinary acidifier (letter). N Engl J Med 1977;296:1413. DOI
  13. Hansten PD, Hayton WL. Effect of antacid and ascorbic acid on serum salicylate concentration. J Clin Pharmacol 1980;20:326-31. PubMed
  14. Vihtamaki T, Parantainen J, Koivisto AM, et al. Oral ascorbic acid increases plasma oestradiol during postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy. Maturitas 2002;42:129-35. PubMed
  15. Feetam CL, Leach RH, Meynell MJ. Lack of a clinically important interaction between warfarin and ascorbic acid. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 1975;31:544-7. PubMed
  16. Weintraub M, Griner PF. Warfarin and ascorbic acid: lack of evidence for a drug interaction. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 1974;28:53-6. PubMed
  17. Prasad KN. Rationale for using high-dose multiple dietary antioxidants as an adjunct to radiation therapy and chemotherapy. J Nutr 2004;134:3182S-3S. PubMed
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  19. Andersson U, Berger K, Hogberg A, et al. Effects of rose hip intake on risk markers of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease: a randomized, double-blind, cross-over investigation in obese persons. Eur J Clin Nutr 2012;66:585-90. PubMed
  20. Rein, E., Kharazmi, A., and Winther, K. A herbal remedy, Hyben Vital (stand. powder of a subspecies of Rosa canina fruits), reduces pain and improves general wellbeing in patients with osteoarthritis--a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised trial. PubMed
  21. Winther, K., Apel, K., and Thamsborg, G. A powder made from seeds and shells of a rose-hip subspecies (Rosa canina) reduces symptoms of knee and hip osteoarthritis: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Scand J Rheumatol. 2005;34
  22. Teng, C. M., Kang, Y. F., Chang, Y. L., Ko, F. N., Yang, S. C., and Hsu, F. L. ADP-mimicking platelet aggregation caused by rugosin E, an ellagitannin isolated from Rosa rugosa Thunb. Thromb.Haemost. 1997;77(3):555-561. DOI
  23. Seifi M, Abbasalizadeh S, Mohammad-Alizadeh-Charandabi S, Khodaie L, Mirghafourvand M. The effect of Rosa (L. Rosa canina) on the incidence of urinary tract infection in the puerperium: a randomized placebo-controlled trial. Phytother Res 2018;32(1):76-83
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