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Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Puritan's Pride

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

Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg is a dietary supplement by Puritan's Pride with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for low libido and sexual function, athletic performance and muscle building, testosterone support.Based on those ingredients, 259 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Tribulus Fruit Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg by Puritan's Pride

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: tribulus fruit extract, 250 mg per capsule. The rest is inactive ingredients—gelatin capsule, rice flour, silica, and magnesium stearate—which are standard binders and fillers.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Tribulus's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Tribulus for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Sexual dysfunction — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Tribulus shows possibly effective evidence for sexual dysfunction. For athletic performance, the evidence points to possibly ineffective.

As for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, or enlarged prostate), there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Tribulus

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.

Tribulus is generally well tolerated in the short term for healthy adults, though long-term safety data are limited. Gastrointestinal side effects like abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, and constipation can occur, though in studies they happened at similar rates to placebo.

Rare serious effects—liver or kidney injury, seizures, or prolonged painful erection—have been reported, and there's a case of someone who drank very large amounts developing kidney injury and other serious problems. Avoid tribulus if you're pregnant; it may affect hormones and safety isn't established.

Also avoid it while breastfeeding due to lack of reliable safety information.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Tribulus

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 — Tribulus.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 259 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 blood pressure medications (antihypertensives), diabetes medications (antidiabetes drugs), and lithium before taking this product—all three can have Moderate interactions with tribulus. Use the interaction search tool on this page to verify your exact prescriptions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Tribulus may be worth considering if you're exploring options for sexual dysfunction, but it's important to check your medications first—especially blood pressure meds, diabetes meds, or lithium. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before you start, particularly if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have liver or kidney problems.

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 May 24, 2023.

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 Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Puritan's Pride
Barcode (UPC) 074312152559
Net contents 90 Rapid Release Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 24, 2023
DSLD ID 285650
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult Male (18-50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg by Puritan's Pride, 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)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
074312152559
IngredientAmount% DV
Tribulus Fruit Extract250 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Rice Flour, Silica, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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General Statements

Puritan's Pride supplements are produced from the finest raw materials under stringent quality control standards. State-of-the-art manufacturing and packaging facilities ensure you the highest quality nutritional supplements money can buy. When it comes to your health...choose the best.

To reorder item # 5255 www.puritan.com 1-800-645-1030

Precautions

Warning: This product is intended for use by men and is not intended for use by women.

If you are taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

Storage

Store at room temperature.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2020 Puritan's Pride, Inc.

Seals/Symbols

QA Quality Assured

Formula

Exotic herb for men Men's performance products

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adult men, take one (1) capsule one to three times daily, preferably with meals.

Formulation

No artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, no sugar, no milk, no lactose, no soy, no gluten, no wheat, no yeast, no fish. Sodium free.

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Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg by Puritan's Pride label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg by Puritan's Pride

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Tribulus Fruit Extract

Interacts with
259 drugs
250 mg per serving Form: Saponins

Tribulus is a plant supplement most often marketed to boost libido, testosterone, and athletic performance, but the human evidence behind these claims...

Tribulus Fruit Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Rice Flour, Silica, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg by Puritan's Pride Drug Interactions

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259Drugs
259 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg 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.

Tribulus Fruit Extract3 drug types · 259 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Taking tribulus with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical research shows that Tribulus can lower blood glucose levels in adults with type 2 diabetes who are taking antidiabetes medications.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, taking tribulus with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Animal research shows that tribulus can lower blood pressure by inhibiting angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE). Tribulus has also demonstrated hypotensive effects in pre-hypertensive adults.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, tribulus might increase the levels and clinical effects of lithium.
Tribulus is thought to have diuretic properties. Due to these potential diuretic effects, tribulus might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg, from the product label.

Puritan's Pride

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Name
Puritan's Pride, Inc.
City
Ronkonkoma
State
NY
ZipCode
11779
Phone Number
1-800-645-1030
Web Address
www.puritan.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg by Puritan's Pride: Common Questions

Does Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg by Puritan's Pride interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg has a known interaction with 259 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. The safety data advise against tribulus during pregnancy because it may affect hormones, and there isn't enough information to recommend it while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about alternatives.
What side effects might I experience?
Most people tolerate it well, but tribulus can cause stomach upset—abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea, or constipation. Rare serious effects like liver or kidney injury and seizures have been reported, though these are uncommon.
Does tribulus actually help with sexual performance?
The evidence suggests it's possibly effective for sexual dysfunction, which means there's some supporting research but it's not definitive. Results vary person to person.
Will it help me with athletic performance?
The evidence points to possibly ineffective for athletic performance, so it's not backed up by reliable data for that use.
Why is long-term safety a concern?
Tribulus hasn't been studied extensively over the long term, so we don't have solid data on what happens if you take it for months or years. Quality varies between products too.

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The Full Monographs Behind Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Tribulus Terrestris 250 mg'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 10 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.

Tribulus 10 references
  1. Sharifi AM, Darabi R, Akbarloo N. Study of antihypertensive mechanism of Tribulus terrestris in 2K1C hypertensive rats: role of tissue ACE activity. Life Sci 2003;73:2963-71. PubMed
  2. Walker D, Bird A, Flora T, O'Sullivan B. Some effects of feeding Tribulus terrestris, Ipomoea lonchophylla and the seed of Abelmoschus ficulneus on fetal development and the outcome of pregnancy in sheep. Reprod Fertil Dev 1992;4:135-44. PubMed
  3. Al-Ali M, Wahbi S, Twaij H, Al-Badr A. Tribulus terrestris: preliminary study of its diuretic and contractile effects and comparison with Zea mays. J Ethnopharmacol 2003;85:257-60. PubMed
  4. Tabakova, P., Dimitrov, M., Ognyanov, K., and et al. Clinical study of Tribestan in females with endocrine sterility. Documentation for Registration (unpublished) 1999.
  5. Akhtari E, Raisi F, Keshavarz M, et al. Tribulus terrestris for treatment of sexual dysfunction in women: randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study. Daru 2014;22:40. PubMed
  6. Ryan M, Lazar I, Nadasdy GM, et al. Acute kidney injury and hyperbilirubinemia in a young male after ingestion of Tribulus terrestris. Clin Nephrol 2015;83(3):177-83. PubMed
  7. Postigo S, Lima SM, Yamada SS, et al. Assessment of the effects of Tribulus terrestris on sexual function of menopausal women. Rev Bras Ginecol Obstet 2016;38(3):140-6. PubMed
  8. Talasaz AH, Abbasi MR, Abkhiz S, Dashti-Khavidaki S. Tribulus terrestris-induced severe nephrotoxicity in a young healthy male. Nephrol Dial Tranplant 2010;25(11):3792-3. PubMed
  9. Samani NB, Jokar A, Soveid M, Heydari M, Mosavat SH. Efficacy of the hydroalcoholic extract of Tribulus terrestris on the serum glucose and lipid profile of women with diabetes mellitus: a double-blind randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial. J Evid
  10. Siddiqui MA, Itrat M, Mobeen A, Khan MI. Efficacy of khar-i-khasak (Tribulus terrestris Linn.) in prehypertension: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. J Complement Integr Med. 2021.

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