Slippery Elm Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Slippery Elm 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
Slippery Elm is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for sore throat and cough, heartburn and acid reflux, digestive upset and ibs.Based on those ingredients, 2,022 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are certified organic Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) dried bark liquid extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Slippery Elm by Herbal Terra
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: certified organic Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) dried bark liquid extract. It's been processed into a liquid form, which means the bark's active compounds are dissolved and ready to use.
The only other ingredient listed is menstruum, which is an inactive component used to extract and preserve the herb.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that slippery elm works for the purposes it's commonly used for—cough, constipation, diarrhea, inflammatory bowel disease, or cancer. The data rates all of these as insufficient reliable evidence to rate.
That doesn't mean the herb is ineffective; it means high-quality studies backing its use for these conditions aren't in our database.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Slippery elm is generally well tolerated when used for short-term use, but high-quality safety data are limited. The main concerns we know about are contact dermatitis and urticaria (hives) if you're exposed to slippery elm topically or inhale its pollen—so if you're sensitive to tree pollens or have had skin reactions to other herbal extracts, be cautious.
There isn't enough reliable data on safety during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your pharmacist or doctor before taking this product.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking Herbal Terra's Slippery Elm, check all of your oral medications in the interaction search tool on this page. The mucilage in slippery elm can moderate how quickly or completely your body absorbs drugs taken by mouth, and the list of potentially affected medications is long.
If you can't check a specific medication, ask your pharmacist.
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.
Slippery elm is generally tolerated, but the evidence for what it actually does is thin. The bigger concern is that it may slow how your body absorbs oral medications—and it could affect a lot of them.
If you're on any medications, check them against the interaction tool before you start, and space out doses with your other oral drugs. Ask your pharmacist if you're not sure.
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 Sep 25, 2020.
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
General information
Key facts about Slippery Elm, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 0606595847909 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 235428 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Slippery Elm by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| certified organic Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) dried bark liquid extract | 970 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Menstruum
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Formulation
Origin of plant material: USA.
Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility
Alcohol free
Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Alchol-free liquid herbal extract
Non GMO
No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Direction Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz of juice or water up to 4 times a day. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
Notice This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Caution May have contraindications.
Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.
Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, dark place.
Formula
Ulmus rubra
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free
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Slippery Elm by Herbal Terra label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Slippery Elm by Herbal Terra
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Certified organic Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) dried bark liquid extract
Interacts with2,022 drugs
Slippery elm is a traditional herbal remedy made from the inner bark of a North American elm tree, used mainly to soothe sore throats and irritated di...
Certified organic Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) dried bark liquid extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Slippery Elm by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Herbal Terra's Slippery Elm is a single-ingredient liquid extract that does interact with oral medications.
The mucilage in slippery elm's inner bark can coat your digestive tract and slow how quickly your body absorbs drugs taken by mouth, potentially lowering the amount of medication that reaches your bloodstream. This is a moderate-severity concern.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Altogether, these interactions span 2,003 individual medications. Because slippery elm may affect so many oral drugs—everything from antibiotics to blood pressure pills to other supplements—you'll want to check any medications you're on before starting this product.
The safest approach is to take slippery elm at least two hours away from your other oral medications.
Use the interaction checker on this page to look up your specific medications. If you have questions about timing or whether a particular drug is at risk, reach out to your pharmacist or doctor.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Slippery Elm interact with 2,022 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Slippery Elm interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. certified organic Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) dried bark liquid extract
"phentolamineOraVerse, Rogitine, Ryzumvi
How "phentolamine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + "phentolamine interaction6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbacavirZiagen
How Abacavir interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Abacavir interactionAbacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
How Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionAbacavir, LamivudineEpzicom
How Abacavir, Lamivudine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acalabrutinib interactionAcamprosateCampral
How Acamprosate interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acamprosate interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Slippery Elm — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid ExtractOral Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Read the full Certified Organic Slippery Elm (ulmus Rubra) Dried Bark Liquid Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Slippery Elm 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.
certified organic Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) dried bark liquid extract
Oral Drugs
Theoretically, slippery elm may slow the absorption and reduce serum levels of oral drugs.
Slippery elm inner bark contains mucilage, which may interfere with the absorption of orally administered drugs.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Slippery Elm, from the product label.
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The Full Monographs Behind Slippery Elm’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Slippery Elm'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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.
Slippery Elm 3 references
- The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
- Czarnecki D, Nixon R, Bekhor P, and et al. Delayed prolonged contact urticaria from the elm tree. Contact Dermatitis 1993;28:196-197. PubMed
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