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
Herbal Terra's Slippery Elm is a single-ingredient liquid extract made from certified organic Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) dried bark. The product also contains Menstruum, an inactive ingredient used to prepare the extract.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence on slippery elm isn't established in the data we hold. For cancer, constipation, cough, inflammatory bowel disease, and diarrhea, the effectiveness ratings show insufficient reliable evidence to rate whether it actually works.
That doesn't mean it doesn't—it means high-quality studies are lacking. If you're considering it for one of these reasons, talk with your doctor about what the broader research suggests and whether it's right for your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Slippery elm is generally well tolerated for short-term use, though high-quality safety data are limited. Contact dermatitis (a rash from direct contact), hives, and allergic reactions to the pollen have been reported.
There isn't enough reliable information to know whether it's safe during breastfeeding, so caution is advised if you're nursing. For pregnancy, safety data are limited and some sources advise caution—there's not enough information to know either way, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking Herbal Terra's Slippery Elm, double-check any oral medications (prescription or over-the-counter) you take by mouth. The mucilage in slippery elm may slow their absorption and reduce how much gets into your bloodstream, which is a Moderate-severity interaction.
Use the medication checker on this page to see if any of your drugs are affected.
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 by Herbal Terra may help soothe irritation in your digestive tract, but the evidence for specific conditions isn't yet established. The main concern is that it could slow how your body absorbs oral medications, potentially making them less effective.
If you take any prescription or over-the-counter drugs by mouth, check them with the tool on this page before you start, and discuss the results with your own doctor or pharmacist.
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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 may slow how your body absorbs oral drugs, potentially reducing their effectiveness.
The active ingredient—certified organic Slippery Elm bark liquid extract—contains a thick substance called mucilage that can interfere with drug absorption as it passes through your digestive system. This is a Moderate-severity interaction affecting oral medications.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Because slippery elm may reduce serum levels (the amount of drug actually in your bloodstream) of medications you take by mouth, timing and spacing matter. If you're on any prescription or over-the-counter oral medication, you'll want to check your specific drugs before starting this product.
Altogether, these interactions span 2,023 individual medications.
Use the medication checker on this page to run through your exact prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs. If you have questions after checking, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether there's a safe interval to take slippery elm away from your other medications.
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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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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.
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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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