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Tivose Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Tivose is a dietary supplement by Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, blood sugar support in diabetes, high blood pressure.Based on those ingredients, 260 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are MaitakeGold 404 Mushroom extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Tivose by Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care

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.

Tivose contains one active ingredient: maitake mushroom extract, sold under the brand name MaitakeGold 404. Maitake is a medicinal fungus used in traditional medicine and studied for various health effects.

The product also contains inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose (a filler) and hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (a binder) — that give the capsule its form.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Maitake Mushroom's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: support body's immune defenses and immune function.
  • We looked for evidence on: Allergic rhinitis (hay fever), Chemotherapy-induced anemia, Chemotherapy-induced diarrhea, Chemotherapy-induced leukopenia, Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV), Chemotherapy-related fatigue — and 4 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Maitake Mushroom is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Maitake Mushroom is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Chemotherapy-induced anemia, Chemotherapy-induced diarrhea, Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Chemotherapy-related fatigue, and more.

The evidence for maitake mushroom's effectiveness against any specific condition is not established in our data. The product claims it may support hay fever, cancer-related anemia, throat cancer, chemotherapy side effects like diarrhea, and chronic fatigue, but the medical literature we hold rates all of these as having insufficient reliable evidence to determine whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Maitake Mushroom

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.

Maitake mushroom is generally well tolerated when eaten as food, but the safety of concentrated supplements hasn't been fully studied. In clinical trials, some people reported stomach upset — including diarrhea, nausea, and epigastric pain (discomfort below the breastbone) — and one person experienced a rash and itching that cleared on its own.

Because of limited safety data, concentrated maitake supplements should be avoided during pregnancy and while breastfeeding; talk with your pharmacist or doctor if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Maitake Mushroom

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 — Maitake Mushroom.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 260 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 your medications before starting Tivose if you take warfarin or other blood thinners, blood pressure medications, or diabetes medications. Maitake mushroom may increase the effects of all three types, raising the risk of bleeding, very low blood pressure, or very low blood sugar.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Tivose is a single-ingredient maitake supplement that may appeal to someone looking for a traditional fungal remedy — but it hasn't been proven effective for any specific condition in our data. If you take blood thinners like warfarin, blood pressure medications, or diabetes medications, you need to check your exact drugs with our tool before using it.

Your pharmacist can help you decide if it's right for your situation.

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 24, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Tivose, straight from the product label.

Brand Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care
Barcode (UPC) 755970720136
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 24, 2020
DSLD ID 228852
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Tivose by Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care, 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
755970720136
IngredientAmount% DV
MaitakeGold 404 Mushroom extract15 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, Contains <2% of:

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Label statements
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FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Formulation

Vegetarian formula

Rich in beta-glucans, this active ingredient has been shown to support the body's immune defenses and promote healthy immune function.

Immune health supplement

Formula

MaitakeGold 404 is the "gold standard" in Maitake mushroom, or Grifola frondosa, extracts.

With MaitakeGold 404

Precautions

If you have any condition that requires medical attention, always consult your healthcare provider before taking any dietary supplement.

Important: Tamper evident seal under cap. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry place.

General Statements

For more information, visit Tivose.com or call customer service at 1-888-886-6442.

1 Corinthians 10:31

Brand IP Statement(s)

MaitakeGold 404 is a trademark of Tradeworks Group, Inc.

Seals/Symbols

NSF Contents tested & certified www.nsf.org

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: Take 1 capsule per day with or without food.

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Tivose by Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Tivose by Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.

MaitakeGold 404 Mushroom extract

Interacts with
260 drugs
15 mg per serving

Maitake is an edible mushroom long used as food and in traditional Japanese medicine, and it is being studied for possible immune, blood sugar, and bl...

MaitakeGold 404 Mushroom extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, Contains <2% of:. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Tivose by Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care Drug Interactions

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260Drugs
260 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Tivose 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.

MaitakeGold 404 Mushroom extract3 drug types · 260 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, combining maitake mushroom with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical research shows that taking maitake mushroom polysaccharide (MMP) can lower blood glucose levels in patients with types 2 diabetes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, combining maitake mushroom with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Animal research shows that maitake mushroom can lower blood pressure.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

There is limited evidence that maitake mushroom may increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin.
In a case report, a patient previously stabilized on warfarin developed an elevated international normalized ratio (INR) of 5.1 after taking maitake mushroom (Grifron-Pro Maitake D-Fraction) 1 drop/kg daily in three divided doses for one week. The elevated INR resolved after holding warfarin for two days, then reducing the dose by 11%. It is thought that the beta-glucan constituent of maitake mushroom might cause warfarin dissociation from proteins, resulting in increased free warfarin levels and increased warfarin effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Tivose, from the product label.

Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care

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Name
Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care, Inc.
City
Edgewood
State
MD
ZipCode
21040
Phone Number
1-800-925-5187
Web Address
NutramaxLabs.com
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Tivose by Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care: Common Questions

Does Tivose by Nutramax Laboratories Consumer Care interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Tivose has a known interaction with 260 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Tivose contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Will Tivose work for allergies or chronic fatigue?
The evidence isn't established yet. Our data rates maitake for hay fever, chronic fatigue syndrome, and several other conditions as having insufficient reliable evidence — meaning we don't have enough solid research to say whether it actually works. Talk with your doctor if you're considering it for a specific condition.
What side effects did people report in studies?
Most people tolerated it well, but some experienced stomach upset — diarrhea, nausea, or discomfort below the breastbone. A very small number also reported a rash and itching, which cleared without treatment.
Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
The safety data isn't there. Concentrated maitake supplements should be avoided during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. If you're pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or nursing, talk with your pharmacist or doctor before taking this.
Why is maitake a concern if I take a blood thinner?
Maitake may increase how much warfarin and other blood thinners work, which raises your bleeding risk. One patient's clotting time rose significantly after just one week of use. Your doctor or pharmacist needs to review your exact medication before you start.
What if I take a diabetes or blood pressure drug?
Maitake can lower blood sugar and blood pressure on its own. Combining it with a diabetes or blood pressure medication might lower either one too much, which is unsafe. Run your exact prescription through our checker before taking Tivose.

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Sources & How We Checked

Tivose'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.

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The 8 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.

Maitake Mushroom 8 references
  1. Kabir Y, Kimura S. Dietary mushrooms reduce blood pressure in spontaneously hypertensive rats (SHR). J Nutr Sci Vitaminol (Tokyo) 1989;35:91-4. PubMed
  2. Kabir Y, Yamaguchi M, Kimura S. Effect of shiitake (Lentinus edodes) and maitake (Grifola frondosa) mushrooms on blood pressure and plasma lipids of spontaneously hypertensive rats. J Nutr Sci Vitaminol (Tokyo) 1987;33:341-6. PubMed
  3. Konno S, Tortorelis DG, Fullerton SA, et al. A possible hypoglycaemic effect of maitake mushroom on Type 2 diabetic patients. Diabet Med 2001;18:1010. PubMed
  4. Chen JT, Tominaga K, Sato Y, et al. Maitake mushroom (Grifola frondosa) extract induces ovulation in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome: a possible monotherapy and a combination therapy after failure with first-line clomiphene citrate. J Altern Compl
  5. Hanselin MR, Vande Griend JP, Linnebur SA. INR elevation with maitake extract in combination with warfarin. Ann Pharmacother 2010;44:223-4. PubMed
  6. Talpur, N. A., Echard, B. W., Fan, A. Y., Jaffari, O., Bagchi, D., and Preuss, H. G. Antihypertensive and metabolic effects of whole Maitake mushroom powder and its fractions in two rat strains. Mol.Cell Biochem. 2002;237(1-2):129-136. PubMed
  7. Deng, G., Lin, H., Seidman, A., Fornier, M., D'Andrea, G., Wesa, K., Yeung, S., Cunningham-Rundles, S., Vickers, A. J., and Cassileth, B. A phase I/II trial of a polysaccharide extract from Grifola frondosa (Maitake mushroom) in breast cancer patients: i
  8. Wesa KM, Cunningham-Rundles S, Klimek VM, et al. Maitake mushroom extract in myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS): a phase II study. Cancer Immunol Immunother 2015;64(2):237-47. PubMed

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