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Slippery Elm Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

Slippery Elm Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 Slippery Elm Bark Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Slippery Elm Extract 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 contains one active ingredient: slippery elm bark extract. Slippery elm is derived from the inner bark of the slippery elm tree and has been used traditionally to soothe the digestive tract.

There are no other active ingredients, and no inactive fillers or binders are listed.

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 Slippery Elm product and its label doesn't state a use — see Slippery Elm'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 slippery elm's effectiveness isn't established in our data. The facts we hold show insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for cancer, constipation, cough, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and diarrhea — the conditions it's commonly used for.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means rigorous clinical trials haven't yet confirmed what it can or can't do.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Slippery Elm

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.

Slippery elm extract is generally well tolerated for short-term use, but high-quality safety data are limited — we don't have a lot of good research on long-term safety. Topically, it can cause contact dermatitis (skin irritation) and urticaria (hives), and the pollen is an allergen, so avoid it if you're allergic to elm or experience reactions to it.

For pregnancy, not enough reliable safety data exist — some sources caution against it, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it during pregnancy. Similarly, there's too little information on safety while breastfeeding, so caution is advised if you're nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Slippery Elm

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 — Slippery Elm.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 2,023 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 all your oral medications before taking this product — slippery elm may slow their absorption. With 2,003 individual drugs potentially affected, using the medication checker below is essential.

If you can't separate doses by two hours, ask your pharmacist about whether slippery elm is right for you.

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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.

Slippery elm may be worth considering if you're interested in traditional digestive support, but the evidence for specific benefits hasn't been firmly established. The main concern is that it could slow how your body absorbs oral medications.

Check your exact drugs with the tool on this page before starting, separate any medications from this supplement by at least two hours, and talk with your pharmacist if you're pregnant, nursing, or have an elm allergy.

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 Jun 20, 2024.

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 Slippery Elm Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X001A16NN7
Net contents 100 Gram(s); 3.5 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 20, 2024
DSLD ID 311562
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 Slippery Elm Extract 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:
750 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
750 mg
Servings per container
133
UPC/BARCODE
X001A16NN7
IngredientAmount% DV
Slippery Elm Bark Extract750 mg--

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com 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 750 mg (about 1/3 tsp) once daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place

General Statements

Use an accurate milligram scale. Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. New

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Slippery Elm Extract by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Slippery Elm Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size750 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container133 Amounts shown are per serving.

Slippery Elm Bark Extract

Interacts with
2,022 drugs
750 mg per serving Form: Ulmus rubra Bark Extract

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...

Slippery Elm Bark Extract monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Slippery Elm Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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2,022Drugs
2,022 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Slippery Elm Extract 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.

Slippery Elm Bark Extract1 drug type · 2,022 drugs

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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Slippery Elm Extract, 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
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Slippery Elm Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Slippery Elm Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Slippery Elm Extract has a known interaction with 2,022 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Slippery Elm 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.
Does slippery elm really work for digestion or IBD?
The research we have doesn't establish that yet. For conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and diarrhea, there's insufficient reliable evidence to say whether it works. That's not a "no" — it means rigorous trials haven't confirmed the benefit.
Can I take slippery elm with my other medications?
You need to check each one. Slippery elm may slow how your body absorbs oral drugs, potentially making them less effective. Use the medication search tool on this page with your exact prescriptions, and try to separate doses by at least two hours if possible.
Is slippery elm safe while I'm pregnant?
Not enough reliable safety data exist. Some sources caution against it during pregnancy, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it. They can weigh the pros and cons for your specific situation.
What about breastfeeding?
There's too little information on safety while breastfeeding, so caution is advised. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to decide whether it's right for you during nursing.
Can slippery elm cause allergic reactions?
Yes. The pollen is an allergen, and contact dermatitis (skin irritation) and urticaria (hives) have been reported after exposure to slippery elm. Avoid it if you're allergic to elm or have had reactions to it before.

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Sources & How We Checked

Slippery Elm Extract'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.

Slippery Elm 3 references
  1. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  2. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  3. Czarnecki D, Nixon R, Bekhor P, and et al. Delayed prolonged contact urticaria from the elm tree. Contact Dermatitis 1993;28:196-197. PubMed

See these in context on the Slippery Elm 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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