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Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin conditions like psoriasis, joint pain and arthritis, general tonic or 'blood purifier'.Based on those ingredients, 2 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Sarsaparilla Root Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g by BulkSupplements.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 is one active ingredient: sarsaparilla root extract. It's a powder form, so you get the plant material in concentrated form.

The only inactive ingredient is dextrin, which is a thickener or filler used to make the powder easier to mix and measure.

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

The evidence for sarsaparilla isn't established in our data. We have effectiveness ratings for cancer, psoriasis, and rheumatoid arthritis, but all three show insufficient reliable evidence to rate whether it works.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work—it means the research we have isn't solid enough yet to make a claim.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Sarsaparilla

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.

Sarsaparilla root extract in food amounts is thought to be low-risk, but we don't have much human safety data on supplement-dose use, so caution is reasonable. The safety data advises against it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding—there simply isn't enough information to know if it's safe at those times.

One occupational concern: people who inhale sarsaparilla root dust can develop rhinitis or asthma symptoms, though that's relevant mainly to workers, not people taking the supplement by mouth.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Sarsaparilla

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 — Sarsaparilla.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: heart-rhythm medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 2 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.

Check your medications if you take lithium or digoxin. Both are Moderate-severity interactions involving sarsaparilla's diuretic effect.

Use the search tool on this page to confirm your exact drugs are clear.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you take lithium or digoxin, check with your pharmacist before adding this. For anyone else, the safety data is thin, and we don't have solid evidence it works for the conditions it's marketed for.

A conversation with your pharmacist or doctor about whether it makes sense for you is worth having.

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 Apr 24, 2025.

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 Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X00191ILNN
Net contents 1 Kilogram(s); 35.3 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 24, 2025
DSLD ID 330650
Product type 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 Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g by BulkSupplements.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:
1000 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1000 mg
Servings per container
1000
UPC/BARCODE
X00191ILNN
IngredientAmount% DV
Sarsaparilla Root Extract1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Dextrin

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Label statements
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Formula

Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g per serving

Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & Pure Bulk Supplements

Formulation

Color may vary

Free of: added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1000 mg (about 1/3 tsp) once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool place.

General Statements

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Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size1000 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container1000 Amounts shown are per serving.

Sarsaparilla Root Extract

Interacts with
2 drugs
1000 mg per serving Form: Smilax china Root Extract

Sarsaparilla is a traditional root used in teas, tonics, and old-fashioned root beer flavoring. Modern evidence for its health claims is very limited...

Sarsaparilla Root Extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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2Drugs
2 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g 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.

Sarsaparilla Root Extract2 drug types · 2 drugs

Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Theoretically, concomitant use of sarsaparilla with digoxin might increase the risk of cardiac toxicity.
Sarsaparilla is thought to have diuretic properties, which could potentially cause potassium loss. Overuse or misuse of sarsaparilla with cardiac glycoside therapy might increase the risk of cardiac toxicity due to potassium loss.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, sarsaparilla might increase the effects and adverse effects of lithium.
Sarsaparilla is thought to have diuretic properties. Due to these effects, sarsaparilla might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g has a known interaction with 2 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g 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 while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it. There isn't enough information to know whether it's safe at those times. Talk with your OB or pharmacist about what's right for you.
Does sarsaparilla actually work for psoriasis or arthritis?
We don't have reliable evidence in our data. The effectiveness ratings for both psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis show insufficient evidence to rate whether it works, so we can't make a claim either way.
What are the side effects?
Human safety data on supplement doses are limited, so we don't have a full picture of what to expect. The main occupational hazard—inhaling the dust can cause sinus or asthma symptoms—isn't relevant if you're taking the powder by mouth.
Is this safe if I don't take any medications?
It's likely low-risk in food amounts, but we don't have much human safety data on supplement doses. If you have questions about whether it's right for you, ask your pharmacist or doctor.
What does the dextrin do in this product?
Dextrin is an inactive ingredient—a thickener or filler. It helps make the powder easier to mix and measure.

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The Full Monographs Behind Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Sarsaparilla Root Extract Powder 1000 g'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 3 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.

Sarsaparilla 3 references
  1. Blumenthal M, ed. The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
  2. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  3. Vandenplas O, Depelchin S, Toussaint G, et al. Occupational asthma caused by sarsaparilla root dust. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1996;97:1416-8. PubMed

See these in context on the Sarsaparilla 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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