Triphala Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking 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
Triphala is a dietary supplement by The Vitamin Shoppe with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive support and constipation, antioxidant support, oral and throat health.Based on those ingredients, 933 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Terminalia bellerica, Phyllanthus emblica, Terminalia chebula. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Triphala by The Vitamin Shoppe
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
Low disclosure
Triphala is a blend of three plant ingredients: Terminalia chebula (haritaki), Phyllanthus emblica (Indian gooseberry or amla), and Terminalia bellerica (bibhitaki). Together they make up this traditional Ayurvedic formula.
The product also contains inactive ingredients like maltodextrin, vegetable cellulose, stearic acid, silica, and magnesium stearate, which are fillers and binders that help make the capsule.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for Triphala's benefits is limited. For Indian gooseberry (one of the three ingredients), clinical research suggests it may help with acid reflux (GERD) and high cholesterol (dyslipidemia), though more research is needed.
For the other two ingredients and most of the conditions Triphala is traditionally used for — including constipation, diarrhea, cough, respiratory infections, skin aging, and diabetes — we don't have enough reliable data to rate how well it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Human safety data for Triphala itself is sparse, and product quality varies. Indian gooseberry is generally well tolerated as a food, but supplement doses haven't been as thoroughly studied.
In one small clinical trial, two people taking Triphala with another herbal supplement developed a rash and facial swelling within minutes, though it's unclear what triggered the reaction. Common side effects reported in trials include stomach discomfort, fatigue, and muscle pain, though these occurred in a small number of people.
Terminalia chebula and Terminalia bellerica are not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding because there isn't enough safety data. Indian gooseberry also lacks sufficient safety information for pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take this product, double-check your exact medications in the search tool on this page if you use any blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (including aspirin or clopidogrel), diabetes medications, chlorzoxazone, omeprazole, or any medications your liver breaks down — these are the main types affected. No interactions are documented for the Triphala blend as a finished product, but the three plant ingredients together interact with a large number of individual drugs.
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 take blood thinners, diabetes medications, muscle relaxants, heartburn drugs, or medications metabolized by your liver, check with your pharmacist before starting Triphala — the interactions are real and could change how your drugs work. Avoid it entirely if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
For most other people, talk through the risks and benefits with your pharmacist to make sure it's right for you.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 25, 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 Triphala, straight from the product label.
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 766536024605 |
| Net contents | 90 Veggie Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 25, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 55581 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Triphala by The Vitamin Shoppe, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Terminalia chebula | 0 NP | -- |
| Phyllanthus emblica | 0 NP | -- |
| Terminalia bellerica | 0 NP | -- |
| Triphala | 1500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Maltodextrin, Vegetable Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate
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General Statements
specialty
digestive health
{Capsule} actual size
FDA Statement of Identity
dietary supplement
Formula
a traditional ayuvedic formula
Formulation
gluten free dairy free soy free nut free
Does not contain: Yeast, Wheat, Gluten, Sugar, Salt, Soy, Starch, Dairy, Citrus, Fish, Animal Derivatives, Preservatives, Artificial Colors or Flavors.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
DIRECTIONS: As a dietary supplement, take three (3) veggie capsules daily.
Precautions
WARNING: Consult your healthcare provider prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have any medical conditions.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
TAMPER EVIDENT Do not use if outer seal is broken or missing.
Storage
STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE.
General
Item No. VS-2460 1735752 BO 51
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.
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Triphala by The Vitamin Shoppe label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Triphala by The Vitamin Shoppe
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size3 Veggie 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
Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin, Vegetable Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Triphala by The Vitamin Shoppe Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Triphala by The Vitamin Shoppe contains three herbal ingredients with documented interactions across multiple medication types.
The most serious concern is with blood thinners (anticoagulants) and antiplatelet drugs like aspirin and clopidogrel — Indian gooseberry reduces platelet clumping and increases bleeding time, which could raise your bleeding risk if you're already on these medications.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Both Terminalia chebula and Terminalia bellerica may lower blood sugar, so if you take diabetes medications, there's a risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) — your doses might need adjusting. Terminalia chebula can also raise blood levels of chlorzoxazone (a muscle relaxant) and omeprazole (a heartburn drug), increasing the chance of side effects from those medications.
Additionally, Terminalia bellerica inhibits liver enzymes that break down many common drugs, including antidepressants, blood pressure medications, and some cancer drugs — this could cause those medications to build up in your system.
Additionally, we could not check interaction data for the Triphala blend as a finished product itself. Altogether, these interactions span 922 individual medications.
Use the medication checker on this page to look up your specific drugs before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Triphala interact with 933 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 3 ingredients in Triphala interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Terminalia bellerica Phyllanthus emblica Terminalia chebula
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlumadrine, Conex, Sinadrin Max Strength, Sinulin
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, OpiumHista-Derfule
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, PhenyltoloxamineNorel Plus
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Phenyltoloxamine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Phenyltoloxamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PseudoephedrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS Liquid Gels, Children's Tylenol Cold, Codimal, Comtrex, Extra Strength Tylenol Allergy Sinus, Lorsin +3 more
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, ChlorzoxazoneAcetazone Forte, Extra Strength Tylenol Aches & Strains, Parafon Forte
How Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone interacts with Triphala — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaChlorzoxazone (parafon Forte, Paraflex) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia chebula may increase the risk of adverse effects from chlorzoxazone.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone interactionTerminalia ChebulaChlorzoxazone (parafon Forte, Paraflex) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia chebula may increase the risk of adverse effects from chlorzoxazone.
Read the full Terminalia Chebula + Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, CodeineAcetazone Forte C8, Parafon Forte C8
How Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, Codeine interacts with Triphala — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaChlorzoxazone (parafon Forte, Paraflex), Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia chebula may increase the risk of adverse effects from chlorzoxazone.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, Codeine interactionTerminalia ChebulaChlorzoxazone (parafon Forte, Paraflex) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia chebula may increase the risk of adverse effects from chlorzoxazone.
Read the full Terminalia Chebula + Acetaminophen, Chlorzoxazone, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, CodeineTylenol No.3, Tylenol w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Codeine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Codeine, DoxylamineMersyndol
How Acetaminophen, Codeine, Doxylamine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Codeine, Doxylamine interactionAcetaminophen, Codeine, MethocarbamolAcetaminophen, Codeine, Methocarbamol, Robaxacet 8
How Acetaminophen, Codeine, Methocarbamol interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Codeine, Methocarbamol interactionAcetaminophen, DextromethorphanTylenol Cough Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Doxylamine, PseudoephedrineVicks NyQuil
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Doxylamine, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Doxylamine, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, PhenylephrineConar-A
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, PhenylpropanolamineAnatuss
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, PseudoephedrineRobitussin Cold, Severe Cold, Suphedrine Cold/Cough
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine, PyrilamineTheracaps
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine, Pyrilamine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS Flu Liquid Gels, Non Aspirin Cold Caps, Tylenol Cold, Tylenol Flu Daytime Ex Strength, Tylenol Flu Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, HydrocodoneAnexsia, Anodynos DHC, Azdone, Co-Gesic, Doucet, Lorcet +9 more
How Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Hydrocodone interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Triphala — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionPhyllanthus EmblicaAnticoagulant/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 Phyllanthus Emblica + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetaminophen, MeperidineDemerol APAP
How Acetaminophen, Meperidine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Meperidine interactionAcetaminophen, OxycodonePercocet, Roxicet, Tylox, Xartemis XR
How Acetaminophen, Oxycodone interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Oxycodone interactionAcetaminophen, Phenylephrine, ChlorpheniramineSuper Cold Tabs
How Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine interactionAcetaminophen, PropoxypheneDarvocet-N 100, Darvocet-N 50, E-Lor, Wygesic
How Acetaminophen, Propoxyphene interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Acetaminophen, Propoxyphene interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Triphala — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia ChebulaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia chebula with antidiabetes drugs could affect blood sugar control and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Terminalia Chebula + Acetohexamide interactionTerminalia BellericaAntidiabetes 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetohexamide interactionPhyllanthus EmblicaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Phyllanthus Emblica + Acetohexamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Triphala — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Phyllanthus EmblicaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin 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 Phyllanthus Emblica + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionTerminalia BellericaAnticoagulant/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 Terminalia Bellerica + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAdagrasibKrazati
How Adagrasib interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Adagrasib interactionAerosphere Budesonide, Formoterol Fumarate, GlycopyrrolateBreztri
How Aerosphere Budesonide, Formoterol Fumarate, Glycopyrrolate interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Aerosphere Budesonide, Formoterol Fumarate, Glycopyrrolate interactionAgomelatineValdoxan
How Agomelatine interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, use of Terminalia arjuna may increase the levels and clinical effects of CYP2C9 substrates.
Read the full Terminalia Bellerica + Agomelatine interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Triphala — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Phyllanthus EmblicaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Phyllanthus Emblica + Albiglutide interactionTerminalia BellericaAntidiabetes 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Albiglutide interactionTerminalia ChebulaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia chebula with antidiabetes drugs could affect blood sugar control and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Terminalia Chebula + Albiglutide interactionAlfentanilAlfenta
How Alfentanil interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Alfentanil interactionAlfuzosinUroxatral
How Alfuzosin interacts with Triphala — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Terminalia BellericaCytochrome 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 Terminalia Bellerica + Alfuzosin interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in 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.
Terminalia bellerica
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.
Phyllanthus emblica
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.
Terminalia chebula
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of Terminalia chebula with antidiabetes drugs could affect blood sugar control and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that Terminalia chebula fruit extract has 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.
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.
Brand information
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The Vitamin Shoppe
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- Vitamin Shoppe, Inc.
- City
- Secaucus
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07094
- Phone Number
- 1-800-223-1216
- Web Address
- www.vitaminshoppe.com
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Terminalia Chebula
Interacts with 93 drugsTerminalia chebula, often called haritaki, is a fruit widely used in Ayurvedic medicine, most commonly for digestion and as a key part of the Triphala blend. Early laboratory and small human...
Read the full Terminalia Chebula monograph → Herb & supplement monographIndian 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 24 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.
Terminalia Chebula 9 references
- Chevallier A. Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants. New York, NY: DK Publishing, 1996.
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- Donato F, Raffetti E, Toninelli G, Festa A, Scarcella C, Castellano M; TRIGU Project Working Group. Guggulu and Triphala for the Treatment of Hypercholesterolaemia: A Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Randomised Trial. Complement Med Res 2021;28(3):216-22 PubMed
- 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
- Agrawal OD, Kulkarni YA. Treatment with Terminalia chebula extract reduces insulin resistance, hyperglycemia and improves SIRT1 expression in type 2 diabetic rats. Life (Basel) 2023;13(5):1168. PubMed
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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