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Sea Buckthorn Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

Sea Buckthorn Powder is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin health and dryness, dry eye symptoms, digestive complaints.Based on those ingredients, 289 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Sea Buckthorn powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Sea Buckthorn Powder 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 powder contains one active ingredient: sea buckthorn. Sea buckthorn is a berry rich in nutrients and compounds that have been studied for potential effects on skin, lipid levels, and inflammation.

The product contains no other inactive ingredients beyond the powder itself.

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 Sea Buckthorn's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Sea Buckthorn for:

  • Burns Possibly Effective
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: Burns — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for sea buckthorn is mixed and limited. It's rated possibly effective for burns, meaning some research supports its use but the evidence isn't yet strong or conclusive.

For eczema (atopic dermatitis), it's rated possibly ineffective based on the data we hold. For dyslipidemia (abnormal cholesterol levels), aging skin, and cancer, there isn't enough reliable evidence in our data to rate it one way or the other — that doesn't mean it won't work, just that we don't have solid trial data to point to yet.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Sea Buckthorn

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.

Sea buckthorn is generally well tolerated when eaten as food, but its safety as a supplement at higher doses hasn't been fully studied, so use caution. High doses — particularly very large amounts over time — may cause yellow staining of your skin; one case reported generalized yellowing after 100 grams daily for 6 months.

When applied topically, sea buckthorn oil has been linked to dryness, irritation, redness, and rash in some users. There isn't enough reliable data on safety while breastfeeding, so talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist if you're nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Sea Buckthorn

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 — Sea Buckthorn.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 289 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 with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this if you're on blood pressure medications — sea buckthorn may lower your pressure further. Also run it by them if you take blood thinners (anticoagulants) or antiplatelet drugs like aspirin or warfarin, since sea buckthorn may increase bleeding risk.

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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.

Sea buckthorn may be worth considering if you're interested in burns or general skin health, but the evidence for most uses is still being built. If you take blood pressure medication or blood thinners, this is a must-check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting.

The supplement hasn't been studied extensively at high doses, so stick to label directions and let your healthcare provider know you're taking it.

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 Nov 19, 2021.

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 Sea Buckthorn Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Net contents 500 Gram(s); 17.6 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 19, 2021
DSLD ID 254390
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 Sea Buckthorn Powder 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:
5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
5 Gram(s)
Servings per container
100
IngredientAmount% DV
Sea Buckthorn powder5 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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General Statements

Clean & pure bulk supplements

Formulation

Color may vary

Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives.

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 5 g (about 2 tsp) once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place.

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Sea Buckthorn Powder by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Sea Buckthorn Powder by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Sea Buckthorn powder

Interacts with
289 drugs
5 Gram(s) per serving

Sea buckthorn is a berry-bearing shrub rich in vitamins, carotenoids, and fatty acids that people use for skin, eye, digestive, and heart health. Earl...

Sea Buckthorn powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Sea Buckthorn Powder by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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289Drugs
289 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Sea Buckthorn Powder 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.

Sea Buckthorn powder2 drug types · 289 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, sea buckthorn may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Clinical research suggests that sea buckthorn fruit extracts can inhibit platelet aggregation and adhesion to collagen and fibrinogen.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, taking sea buckthorn with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Taking sea buckthorn appears to reduce blood pressure in some patients.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Sea Buckthorn Powder, 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

Sea Buckthorn Powder by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Sea Buckthorn Powder by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Sea Buckthorn Powder has a known interaction with 289 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Sea Buckthorn Powder 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.
Will this stain my skin?
High doses may cause yellow staining, especially over time. One reported case involved 100 grams daily for 6 months and caused generalized yellowing of the skin. Stick to the label dose and watch for any discoloration.
Is sea buckthorn safe while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable safety data on sea buckthorn supplements while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in that situation.
Can this help with eczema?
Based on the evidence we hold, sea buckthorn is rated possibly ineffective for eczema (atopic dermatitis). That said, the research is still evolving — your own experience may differ, and your dermatologist can advise on whether it's worth trying.
What's sea buckthorn actually used for?
It's been studied most for burns, where early evidence suggests it may help. It's also being looked at for aging skin, cholesterol levels, and inflammation, though the evidence for those isn't solid yet.
Are there any side effects I should know about?
When taken orally, it's generally well tolerated, though high doses may cause yellow skin staining. If you apply the oil topically, watch for dryness, redness, or rash — about 4% of study participants in one trial developed a rash.

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Sources & How We Checked

Sea Buckthorn Powder'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 7 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.

Sea Buckthorn 7 references
  1. Johansson AK, Korte H, Yang B, et al. Sea buckthorn berry oil inhibits platelet aggregation. J Nutr Biochem 2000;11:491-5.. PubMed
  2. Grad, S. C., Muresan, I., and Dumitrascu, D. L. Generalized yellow skin caused by high intake of sea buckthorn. Forsch.Komplementmed. 2012;19(3):153-156. PubMed
  3. Vlasov, V. V. [Hippophae oil in the treatment of superficial skin burns]. Vestn.Dermatol Venerol. 1970;44(6):69-72.
  4. Chang BB, Wang F Xu TY Zhang QQ He J Zhang XJ Li J. Total flavones of Hippophae rhamnoides L. for essential hypertension: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Chinese Journal of Evidence-Based Medicine. 2009;9(11):1207-1213. DOI
  5. Olas B, Kontek B, Szczesna M, et al. Inhibition of blood platelet adhesion by phenolics rich fraction of Hippophae rhamnoides L. fruits. J Physiol Pharmacol. 2017;68(2):223-9.
  6. Larmo P, Järvinen R, Laihia J, et al. Effects of a sea buckthorn oil spray emulsion on dry eye. Cont Lens Anterior Eye. 2019;42(4):428-433. PubMed
  7. De Seta F, Caruso S, Di Lorenzo G, Romano F, Mirandola M, Nappi RE. Efficacy and safety of a new vaginal gel for the treatment of symptoms associated with vulvovaginal atrophy in postmenopausal women: A double-blind randomized placebo-controlled study. Ma PubMed

See these in context on the Sea Buckthorn 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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