Standardized Triphala Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Nature's Way
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Standardized Triphala 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
Standardized Triphala is a dietary supplement by Nature's Way with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, cholesterol and heart health, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 933 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Belleric myrobalan, Amla. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Standardized Triphala by Nature's Way
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
Standardized Triphala contains three active ingredients: amla (also called Indian gooseberry), tropical almond, and belleric myrobalan, all present as a fruit extract blend. These are traditional Ayurvedic herbs combined in a single formula.
The capsule itself is plant-derived, and the formula includes cellulose and magnesium stearate as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence for amla supports a possibly effective rating for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and dyslipidemia (high blood lipids). For belleric myrobalan, the data we hold does not establish effectiveness for the conditions listed — ratings are insufficient.
Since triphala is a blend and the individual effectiveness data vary by ingredient, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product matches what you're hoping it will do.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Amla is generally well tolerated as a food, but safety at supplement doses is less studied — the safety data advises avoiding it during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Belleric myrobalan is generally well tolerated in short-term studies, but long-term safety and product quality vary; the data advises avoiding it during pregnancy and breastfeeding as well.
In clinical trials, a small number of amla participants reported epigastric discomfort or indigestion, one reported fatigue, and three reported musculoskeletal pain. No adverse effects are documented in our data for belleric myrobalan.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you start Standardized Triphala, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (moderate risk of bleeding), antidiabetes medications (moderate risk of low blood sugar), or any drug metabolized by CYP2D6, CYP2C9, or CYP3A4 liver enzymes (moderate risk of increased drug levels and side effects). Also mention if you're on chlorzoxazone or omeprazole — both have moderate-severity interactions with this product.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Standardized Triphala may be worth considering if you're interested in a traditional remedy for reflux or high cholesterol and you're not taking blood thinners, diabetes drugs, or medications that rely on liver metabolism for clearance. If you take any of those, you'll need to check with your doctor or pharmacist first — the interactions are real and may affect how your drugs work.
Also talk it over with your own healthcare provider before using it if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 22, 2016.
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 Standardized Triphala, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Nature's Way |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 033674154908 |
| Net contents | 90 Veg. Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 22, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 64551 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Standardized Triphala by Nature's Way, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Amla | 500 mg | -- |
| Tropical Almond | 500 mg | -- |
| Triphala fruit extract Blend | 1.5 Gram(s) | -- |
| Belleric myrobalan | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: plant-derived Capsule, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate
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General Statements
Supports bowel cleansing Our Standardized Triphala Extract blend is carefully tested and produced to superior quality standards.
Premium extract
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NON GMO Project VERIFIED nongmoproject.org
VEGETARIAN
Formulation
Non-GMO
Gluten free. No sugar, salt, yeast, wheat, soy, corn, dairy products, artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.
VEGETARIAN
Formula
45% Tannins
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendation: Take 3 capsules daily.
Precautions
If pregnant, nursing or taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
Safety sealed with printed outer shrinkwrap and inner seal. Do not use if either is broken or missing.
Brand IP Statement(s)
2016 Nature’s Way Brands, LLC
General
LN15490.02 BLK8342
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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Standardized Triphala by Nature's Way label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Standardized Triphala by Nature's Way
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size3 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Triphala fruit extract Blend
- › Amla
- › Tropical Almond
- › Belleric myrobalan
Other (inactive) ingredients: Plant-derived Capsule, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Standardized Triphala by Nature's Way Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Standardized Triphala by Nature's Way has documented interactions with multiple medication types, primarily through its amla and belleric myrobalan ingredients.
The most serious concern is a moderate-severity risk of increased bleeding with anticoagulants (blood thinners), antiplatelet drugs, aspirin, and clopidogrel (Plavix) — both amla and belleric myrobalan can reduce platelet aggregation and increase bleeding time.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Amla also interacts moderately with antidiabetes drugs by potentially lowering blood sugar further, which may require dose adjustments to your diabetes medication. Belleric myrobalan adds several additional moderate-severity interactions: it may increase blood levels and effects of medications metabolized by three liver enzymes (CYP2D6, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4 substrates — a broad category that includes many common drugs), and it can also lower blood sugar with antidiabetes drugs.
Additionally, belleric myrobalan may increase blood levels of chlorzoxazone (a muscle relaxer) and omeprazole (a heartburn medication), raising the risk of side effects from those drugs.
We could not check tropical almond — no interaction data is on file for it. Altogether, these interactions span 934 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Standardized Triphala interact with 933 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 3 ingredients in Standardized Triphala interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Belleric myrobalan Amla
Buprenorphine HydrochlorideBelbuca, Probuphine
How Buprenorphine Hydrochloride interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Buprenorphine Hydrochloride interactionBuprenorphine Hydrochloride, Naloxone HydrochlorideBunavail
How Buprenorphine Hydrochloride, Naloxone Hydrochloride interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Buprenorphine Hydrochloride, Naloxone Hydrochloride interactionBuprenorphine, NaloxoneCassipa, Zubsolv
How Buprenorphine, Naloxone interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Buprenorphine, Naloxone interactionBuprenorphine/naloxoneSuboxone
How Buprenorphine/naloxone interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Buprenorphine/naloxone interactionBuproprion, DextromethorphanAuvelity
How Buproprion, Dextromethorphan interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Buproprion, Dextromethorphan interactionBuspironeBuSpar
How Buspirone interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Buspirone interactionBusulfanBusulfex, Myleran
How Busulfan interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Busulfan interactionCabazitaxelCabazitaxel, Jetvana
How Cabazitaxel interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Cabazitaxel interactionCabliviCablivi
How Cablivi interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia arjuna with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs may increase the risk of bleeding in some patients.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Cablivi interactionAmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Amla + Cablivi interactionCabotegravir, RilpivirineCabenuva
How Cabotegravir, Rilpivirine interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Cabotegravir, Rilpivirine interactionCabozantinibCometriq
How Cabozantinib interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Cabozantinib interactionCabozantinib S-malateCabometyx
How Cabozantinib S-malate interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Cabozantinib S-malate interactionCaffeine (otc Drug)Molie, Overtime, Vivarin
How Caffeine (otc Drug) interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Caffeine (otc Drug) interactionCaffeine (prescription Drug)Caffeine, Dextrophin
How Caffeine (prescription Drug) interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Caffeine (prescription Drug) interactionCaffeine , Sodium BenzoateCaffeine and Sodium Benzoate
How Caffeine , Sodium Benzoate interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Caffeine , Sodium Benzoate interactionCaffeine, Diphenhydramine, Ergotamine (prescription Drug)Ergodryl
How Caffeine, Diphenhydramine, Ergotamine (prescription Drug) interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Caffeine, Diphenhydramine, Ergotamine (prescription Drug) interactionCaffeine, Ergotamine (prescription Drug)Migergot
How Caffeine, Ergotamine (prescription Drug) interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Caffeine, Ergotamine (prescription Drug) interactionCaffeine, Ergotamine Tartrate (prescription Drug)Cafergot, Wigraine
How Caffeine, Ergotamine Tartrate (prescription Drug) interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Caffeine, Ergotamine Tartrate (prescription Drug) interactionCaffeine, Potassium Salicylate, SalicylamideTrim-Elim
How Caffeine, Potassium Salicylate, Salicylamide interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Caffeine, Potassium Salicylate, Salicylamide interactionCalcifediolRayaldee
How Calcifediol interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Calcifediol interactionCanagliflozinInvokana
How Canagliflozin interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia bellirica or Terminalia chebula with antidiabetes drugs could affect blood sugar control and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Canagliflozin interactionAmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Amla + Canagliflozin interactionCanagliflozin, MetforminInvokamet
How Canagliflozin, Metformin interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Amla + Canagliflozin, Metformin interactionBelleric MyrobalanAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia bellirica or Terminalia chebula with antidiabetes drugs could affect blood sugar control and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Canagliflozin, Metformin interactionCanagliflozin, Metformin HydrochlorideInvokamet XR
How Canagliflozin, Metformin Hydrochloride interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia bellirica or Terminalia chebula with antidiabetes drugs could affect blood sugar control and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Canagliflozin, Metformin Hydrochloride interactionAmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Amla + Canagliflozin, Metformin Hydrochloride interactionCangrelorKengreal
How Cangrelor interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Amla + Cangrelor interactionBelleric MyrobalanAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia arjuna with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs may increase the risk of bleeding in some patients.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Cangrelor interactionCannabidiol (prescription Drug)Epidiolex
How Cannabidiol (prescription Drug) interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Cannabidiol (prescription Drug) interactionCapivasertibTruqap
How Capivasertib interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Capivasertib interactionCapmatinib HydrochlorideTabrecta
How Capmatinib Hydrochloride interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Capmatinib Hydrochloride interactionCarbamazepineCarbatrol, Carnexiv, Equetro, Tegretol, Tegretol XR
How Carbamazepine interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Carbamazepine interactionCarbetapentane Tannate, Chlorpheniramine TannateTussi-12
How Carbetapentane Tannate, Chlorpheniramine Tannate interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Carbetapentane Tannate, Chlorpheniramine Tannate interactionCarbetapentane Tannate, Chlorpheniramine Tannate, Ephedrine Tannate, Phenylephrine TannateQuadratuss, Ry Tuss, Rynatuss, Tri Tannate Plus
How Carbetapentane Tannate, Chlorpheniramine Tannate, Ephedrine Tannate, Phenylephrine Tannate interacts with Standardized Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Belleric MyrobalanCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Belleric Myrobalan + Carbetapentane Tannate, Chlorpheniramine Tannate, Ephedrine Tannate, Phenylephrine Tannate interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Standardized Triphala with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Belleric myrobalan
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia arjuna with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs may increase the risk of bleeding in some patients.
In vitro, Terminalia arjuna bark extract inhibits platelet aggregation, decreases platelet activation, and shows antithrombotic properties.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia bellirica or Terminalia chebula with antidiabetes drugs could affect blood sugar control and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal and in vitro research shows that Terminalia bellirica and Terminalia chebula fruit and seed extract have hypoglycemic effects.
Chlorzoxazone (Parafon Forte, Paraflex)
Theoretically, use of Terminalia chebula may increase the risk of adverse effects from chlorzoxazone.
Animal research shows that enteral administration of Terminalia chebula for 15 days prior to administration of chlorzoxazone increases blood levels of chlorzoxazone and decreases chlorzoxazone clearance. It is speculated that Terminalia chebula reduces the metabolism of chlorzoxazone by inhibiting cytochrome P450 2E1.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
In vitro research shows that Terminalia arjuna extract inhibits CYP2C9 enzymes and reduces CYP2C9 substrate metabolism.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
In vitro research shows that Terminalia arjuna extract inhibits CYP2D6 enzymes and reduces CYP2D6 substrate metabolism.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research shows that Terminalia arjuna extract inhibits CYP3A4 enzymes and reduces CYP3A4 substrate metabolism.
Omeprazole (Prilosec)
Theoretically, use of Terminalia chebula may increase the risk of adverse effects from omeprazole.
Animal research shows that enteral administration of Terminalia chebula for 15 days prior to administration of omeprazole increases blood levels of omeprazole and decreases omeprazole clearance. It is speculated that Terminalia chebula reduces the metabolism of omeprazole by inhibiting cytochrome P450 2C19.
Amla
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg as a single dose or twice daily for 10 days reduces platelet aggregation by about 24% to 36%, increases bleeding time by about 3.8-5.9 seconds, and increases clotting time by about 9.8-12.7 seconds when compared to baseline. However, taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg along with clopidogrel 75 mg or ecosprin 75 mg, as a single dose or for 10 days, does not significantly reduce platelet aggregation or increase bleeding time or clotting time when compared with clopidogrel 75 mg or ecosprin 75 mg alone. Until more is known, use caution when taking Indian gooseberry in combination with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry fruit or fruit extract alone or in conjunction with antidiabetes medications can lower blood glucose levels. Dose adjustments to diabetes medications might be necessary.
Aspirin
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with aspirin; however, research is conflicting.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg as a single dose or twice daily for 10 days reduces platelet aggregation by about 24% to 36%, increases bleeding time by about 3.8-5.9 seconds, and increases clotting time by about 9.8-12.7 seconds when compared to baseline. However, taking a single dose of Indian gooseberry 500 mg along with ecosprin 75 mg, or taking a combination of Indian gooseberry 500 mg twice daily plus ecosprin 75 mg once daily for 10 days, does not significantly reduce platelet aggregation or increase bleeding time or clotting time when compared with ecosprin 75 mg alone.
Clopidogrel (Plavix)
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with clopidogrel; however, research is conflicting.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg as a single dose or twice daily for 10 days reduces platelet aggregation by about 24% to 36%, increases bleeding time by about 3.8-5.9 seconds, and increases clotting time by about 9.8-12.7 seconds when compared to baseline. However, taking a single dose of Indian gooseberry 500 mg along with clopidogrel 75 mg, or taking a combination of Indian gooseberry 500 mg twice daily plus clopidogrel 75 mg once daily for 10 days, does not significantly reduce platelet aggregation or increase bleeding time or clotting time when compared with clopidogrel 75 mg alone.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Standardized Triphala, from the product label.
Nature's Way
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- Nature's Way Brands, LLC
- City
- Green Bay
- State
- WI
- ZipCode
- 54311
- Phone Number
- 1-800-962-8873
- Web Address
- naturesway.com
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Indian Gooseberry
Interacts with 208 drugsIndian gooseberry (amla) is a vitamin C-rich fruit used in Ayurvedic medicine for many purposes, from antioxidant support to cholesterol and digestion. Early research is promising for some u...
Read the full Indian Gooseberry monograph → Herb & supplement monographTerminalia
Interacts with 933 drugsTerminalia is a group of traditional Ayurvedic tree species (most notably Terminalia arjuna) used for heart, digestive, and general wellness purposes. Some small studies suggest possible ben...
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The 15 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.
Indian Gooseberry 6 references
- Sabu, M. C. and Kuttan, R. Anti-diabetic activity of medicinal plants and its relationship with their antioxidant property. J Ethnopharmacol. 2002;81(2):155-160. PubMed
- Fatima N, Pingali U, Muralidhar N. Study of pharmacodynamic interaction of Phyllanthus emblica extract with clopidogrel and ecosprin in patients with type II diabetes mellitus. Phytomedicine. 2014;21(5):579-85. PubMed
- Shanmugarajan D, Girish C, Harivenkatesh N, Chanaveerappa B, Prasanna Lakshmi NC. Antihypertensive and pleiotropic effects of Phyllanthus emblica extract as an add-on therapy in patients with essential hypertension-A randomized double-blind placebo-contro
- Akhtar MS, Ramzan A, Ali A, Ahmad M. Effect of amla fruit (Emblica officinalis Gaertn.) on blood glucose and lipid profile of normal subjects and type 2 diabetic patients. Int J Food Sci Nutr. 2011;62(6):609-16.
- Usharani P, Fatima N, Muralidhar N. Effects of Phyllanthus emblica extract on endothelial dysfunction and biomarkers of oxidative stress in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a randomized, double-blind, controlled study. Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes. 20 PubMed
- Majeed M, Mundkur L, Paulose S, Nagabhushanam K. Novel Emblica officinalis extract containing ß-glucogallin vs. metformin: a randomized, open-label, comparative efficacy study in newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus patients with dyslipidemia. Food Fu
Terminalia 9 references
- Sabu, M. C. and Kuttan, R. Anti-diabetic activity of medicinal plants and its relationship with their antioxidant property. J Ethnopharmacol. 2002;81(2):155-160. PubMed
- Rao, N. K. and Nammi, S. Antidiabetic and renoprotective effects of the chloroform extract of Terminalia chebula Retz. seeds in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. BMC.Complement Altern.Med 2006;6:17. PubMed
- Murali, Y. K., Anand, P., Tandon, V., Singh, R., Chandra, R., and Murthy, P. S. Long-term effects of Terminalia chebula Retz. on hyperglycemia and associated hyperlipidemia, tissue glycogen content and in vitro release of insulin in streptozotocin induced
- Senthilkumar, G. P. and Subramanian, S. Evaluation of antioxidant potential of Terminalia chebula fruits studies in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Pharmaceutical Biology (Netherlands) 2007;45:511-518.
- Malik N, Dhawan V, Bahl A, Kaul D. Inihbitory effects of Terminalia arjuna on platelet activation in vitro in healthy subjects and patients with coronary artery disease. Platelets. 2009;20(3):183-1190.
- Varghese A, Savai J, Pandita N, Gaud RS. In vitro modulatory effects of Terminalia arjuna, arjunic acid, arjunetin, and arjungenin on CYP3A4, CYP2D6, and CYP2C9 enzyme activity in human liver microsomes. Toxicology Reports. 2015(2):806-16. PubMed
- Wu G, Dong Z, Dong J, et al. Effects of mongolian medicine Terminalia chebula Retz. on 6 CYP450 enzymes in rats. Int J Clin Exp Pathol 2020;13(12):3128-3138.
- Das A, Naveen J, Sreerama YN, Gnanesh Kumar BS, Baskaran V. Low-glycemic foods with wheat, barley and herbs (Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellerica and Emblica officinalis) inhibit a-amylase, a-glucosidase and DPP-IV activity in high fat and low dose st
- Eltimamy M, Elshamarka M, Aboelsaad M, Sayed M, Moawad H. Effects of alcoholic extract of Terminalia Chebula dried fruit on blood biochemical profile in diabetic rats. J Diabetes Metab Disord 2022;21(1):159-170. PubMed
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