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Dietary supplement

Triphala 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Secrets

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

Triphala 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Herbal Secrets with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, cholesterol and heart health, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 208 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are organic Amla fruit powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Triphala 500 mg by Herbal Secrets

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Triphala Powder” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (500 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Triphala 500 mg contains 3 active ingredients: amla (Indian gooseberry) fruit powder, bibhitaki fruit powder, and haritaki fruit powder — all organic. These are traditional Ayurvedic herbs combined in one capsule.

The product also contains vegetable cellulose as an inactive ingredient (the capsule material).

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 Indian Gooseberry's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Indian Gooseberry for:

Why this rating?
  • The label markets general wellness (“promote health and well-being”), not a specific health condition, so there is no single claim to grade against clinical-evidence data.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Dyslipidemia — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Amla has possibly effective evidence for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and dyslipidemia (abnormal blood fats). For high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) and hair loss (androgenic alopecia), the evidence is insufficient to rate.

We hold no effectiveness data for bibhitaki or haritaki, so we cannot say what clinical benefit this blend as a whole may offer.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Indian Gooseberry

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.

Amla is generally well tolerated as a food, but safety data for supplement doses is limited. During pregnancy, there isn't enough reliable safety information to say whether amla is safe — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance.

During breastfeeding, safety data is too limited; avoid it or discuss with your healthcare provider first. In clinical trials, a small number of people reported stomach discomfort or indigestion, one reported fatigue, and three reported muscle or joint pain.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Indian Gooseberry

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 — Indian Gooseberry.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 208 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 you take this, double-check your blood thinners (anticoagulants), antiplatelet drugs, aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), and any diabetes medications you're on — all have documented moderate-severity interactions with the amla in this product. We could not check bibhitaki or haritaki because we hold no data for them.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you have GERD or high blood fats and want a traditional herbal blend, this may be worth discussing with your pharmacist. But if you take blood thinners, antiplatelet drugs (like clopidogrel), aspirin, or diabetes medications, check your specific drugs with us first — the amla in this product could affect how they work.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Talk to your doctor before starting.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 23, 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 Triphala 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Secrets
Barcode (UPC) 810180029193
Net contents 120 Veggie Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2023
DSLD ID 282898
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Triphala 500 mg by Herbal Secrets, 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 Veggie Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Veggie Capsule(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
810180029193
IngredientAmount% DV
Triphala Powder500 mg--
organic Amla fruit powder0 NP--
organic Bibhitaki fruit powder0 NP--
organic Haritaki fruit powder0 NP--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose

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Label statements
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Formula

Herbal Secrets Triphala is made from the combination of three Ayurvedic fruits. Though widely used as a laxative, Triphala is also considered to be a powerful body stimulant that helps to promote health and well-being. It may help to enhance detoxification of undesirable compounds. Triphala supports healthy blood circulation.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take one (1) vegetarian capsule twice daily, preferably after meals or as directed by a health care professional.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication(s) or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

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

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

General Statements

Visit us online @ amazingnutrition.com

Formulation

100% natural

Traditional ayurvedic herb

Supports detoxification & regularity Promotes digestive health Supports liver function

Contains No: Shellfish, egg, fish, peanuts, milk, soy, tree nuts or wheat.

Seals/Symbols

Made in the USA

Good Manufacturing Practice GMP Quality Product

FDA Statement of Identity

Natural Dietary Supplement

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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Triphala 500 mg by Herbal Secrets label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Triphala 500 mg by Herbal Secrets

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Veggie Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container120 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 Powder

500 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Triphala 500 mg by Herbal Secrets Drug Interactions

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208Drugs
208 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Triphala 500 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.

organic Amla fruit powder4 drug types · 208 drugs

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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Triphala 500 mg, from the product label.

Herbal Secrets

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Name
Herbal Secrets
Street Address
629 Grove Street
City
Jersey City
State
NJ
ZipCode
07310
Web Address
amazingnutrition.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Triphala 500 mg by Herbal Secrets: Common Questions

Does Triphala 500 mg by Herbal Secrets interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Triphala 500 mg has a known interaction with 208 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Triphala 500 mg contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Is Triphala safe to take during pregnancy?
The amla in this product doesn't have enough safety data during pregnancy. Bibhitaki and haritaki don't have pregnancy information on file either. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — they can weigh the benefits and risks for your situation.
Is Triphala safe while breastfeeding?
There's too little reliable safety information about amla during breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid it. We also don't have breastfeeding data for bibhitaki and haritaki. Check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
What is amla (Indian gooseberry) used for in this formula?
Amla has possibly effective evidence for GERD (heartburn and acid reflux) and for dyslipidemia (abnormal blood fats). It's a traditional Ayurvedic fruit included for these potential benefits.
Did people report side effects in studies of amla?
A small number of trial participants reported stomach discomfort or indigestion. One person reported fatigue and three reported muscle or joint pain. Overall, amla is generally well tolerated.
Will this interact with my diabetes or blood-thinner medication?
Amla in this product can affect both — it may lower blood sugar and increase bleeding risk. Check your exact medications with the tool on this page before you start, and talk to your pharmacist about dose adjustments.

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Triphala 500 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.

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The 6 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
  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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.
  5. 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
  6. 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

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