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Tribulus terrestris Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

Tribulus terrestris Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 terrestris Fruit, Whole Herbs Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Tribulus terrestris 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: Tribulus terrestris Fruit, Whole Herbs Extract. It's a concentrated form of the tribulus plant fruit used traditionally and in clinical research to explore effects on sexual function and athletic performance.

There are no other inactive ingredients listed.

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 has been studied mainly for sexual dysfunction, and the evidence rates it as possibly effective — meaning some research supports it, but the picture isn't yet complete. For athletic performance, the evidence is less convincing and rates as possibly ineffective.

For benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), we don't hold enough reliable evidence to rate it one way or the other.

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.

Orally, tribulus is generally well tolerated in short-term use in healthy adults, but quality data and long-term safety information are limited. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal — abdominal pain, cramping, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation — though in one trial these complaints occurred at similar rates in both the tribulus and placebo groups.

Rare serious effects including liver and kidney injury and seizures have been reported. The product is not recommended during pregnancy because it may affect hormones and safety hasn't been established, and you should avoid it while breastfeeding due to lack of reliable safety data.

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.

Before taking this product, check with your pharmacist if you're on blood pressure medications, diabetes drugs, or lithium. All three carry Moderate-severity interactions that could affect how your medications work or your blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

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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 help with sexual dysfunction, though the evidence is still developing. If you take blood pressure pills, diabetes medications, or lithium, you'll want to check with your pharmacist before adding this — the interactions are real and could require dose adjustments.

Short-term use in otherwise healthy people is usually tolerated well, but long-term safety data are sparse.

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 23, 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 Tribulus terrestris Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X000IOCBXX
Net contents 17.6 Ounce(s); 500 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 23, 2024
DSLD ID 311713
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
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Tribulus terrestris 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:
1500 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1500 mg
Servings per container
333
UPC/BARCODE
X000IOCBXX
IngredientAmount% DV
Tribulus terrestris Fruit, Whole Herbs Extract1500 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 1500mg (about 3/5 tsp) one to three times 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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Tribulus terrestris Extract by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Tribulus terrestris Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size1500 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container333 Amounts shown are per serving.

1500 mg per serving Form: Tribulus terrestris Fruit Extract, Tribulus terrestris Whole Herb Extract

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

Tribulus terrestris Fruit, Whole Herbs Extract monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Tribulus terrestris Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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259 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Tribulus terrestris 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.

Tribulus terrestris Fruit, Whole Herbs 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 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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Tribulus terrestris Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Tribulus terrestris Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Tribulus terrestris Extract 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 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.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant?
No. Tribulus is rated possibly unsafe in pregnancy because it may affect hormones and safety hasn't been established. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice, especially if pregnancy is possible or planned.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking tribulus?
The data we hold advise against it. There isn't enough reliable safety information to know whether tribulus passes into breast milk or could affect an infant. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this while breastfeeding.
What are the side effects I might see?
Most commonly, mild gastrointestinal effects like stomach cramping, nausea, or diarrhea. Serious side effects are rare but have included liver and kidney injury and seizures. If you experience any unusual symptoms, stop and contact your doctor.
Does tribulus really help with sexual dysfunction?
Research suggests it may help — it's rated possibly effective. But the evidence isn't ironclad yet, so results vary from person to person.
Will this boost my athletic performance?
The evidence doesn't support that — it's rated possibly ineffective for athletic performance. It won't reliably enhance strength or endurance.
How long can I safely take this?
Long-term safety data are limited. Most research focuses on short-term use in healthy adults. If you're thinking of using it beyond a few weeks, check with your pharmacist first.

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The Full Monographs Behind Tribulus terrestris Extract’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 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 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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