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Triphala Fruit Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Organic India

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

Triphala Fruit Powder is a dietary supplement by Organic India 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 Amla powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Triphala Fruit Powder by Organic India

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.
  • “Proprietary Organic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (2.50 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

Triphala Fruit Powder is a blend of three traditional Ayurvedic fruits: amla powder (Indian gooseberry), haritaki powder, and vibhitaki powder. Amla is the ingredient we have the most information on; it's used in these formulas for digestive and antioxidant support.

There are no inactive fillers or binders listed for this product — it's powder only.

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?
  • 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: Dyslipidemia — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Amla has some research backing for acid reflux (GERD), where it's rated possibly effective. It's also possibly effective for high cholesterol (dyslipidemia).

For hair loss (androgenic alopecia), the evidence isn't strong enough yet to rate how well it works. We don't have effectiveness data on file for the other two powders in the blend.

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 when used as a food, though supplement safety at higher doses hasn't been as well studied. In clinical trials, a small number of participants reported stomach discomfort or indigestion, and even fewer reported fatigue or muscle pain.

There isn't enough safety data to recommend this product during breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're nursing before you take it.

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.

If you take blood thinners (anticoagulants), antiplatelet drugs like clopidogrel (Plavix), aspirin, or diabetes medications, check with your pharmacist before starting this product. The amla in Triphala may increase bleeding risk or lower your blood sugar too much.

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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.

Triphala can be a reasonable option if you're looking at it for reflux or cholesterol support — but only if you don't take blood thinners, diabetes drugs, or aspirin. If you're on any of those, check with your pharmacist first.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Skip it and ask your provider.

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 Jul 21, 2022.

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 Fruit Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Organic India
Barcode (UPC) 851469000588
Net contents 16 Ounce(s); 454 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 21, 2022
DSLD ID 268184
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Organic, Halal
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Triphala Fruit Powder by Organic India, 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:
2.5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2.5 Gram(s)
Servings per container
182
UPC/BARCODE
851469000588
IngredientAmount% DV
Amla powder0 NP--
Proprietary Organic Blend2.5 Gram(s)--
Haritaki, Powder0 NP--
Vibhitaki, Powder0 NP--

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Label statements
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Formula

Amla Haritaki Vibhitaki (Emblica Officinalis, Terminalta chebula, Terminalia bellirica)

Formulation

Certified Organic

Vegan Vegetarian

Gluten free

Product of India

Certified Organic by Control Union Certified NPOP/NAB/0010 www.controlunion.com Certified Organic by Control Union-801983 Product produced and processed according to NPOP standard of India & USDA-NOP India Organic

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org

Halal Mumbai India Halal Committee Registration No. 0854 OU (Kosher) Control Union Certified India Organic Certified B Corporation

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal supplement

General Statements

fssai Lic. No. 10015051001397 Earth Seer

Love and consciousness in action We work with and empower small family farmers in India cultivating regenerative organic farmland. We ethically purchase herbs from farmers giving them the respect and dignity they deserve. By purchasing Organic India products you are actively participating in our mission to create a healthy and sustainable global environment. Pictured on this label is The Holy Mountain Arunachala in India.

Precautions

If pregnant or nursing consult your physician prior to use.

Warning (CA Prop 65): This product contains a chemical known to the states of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more info visit: http://us.organicindia.com/proposition-65.

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Triphala Fruit Powder by Organic India label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Triphala Fruit Powder by Organic India

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

Serving size2.5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container182 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.

Proprietary Organic Blend

2.5 Gram(s) per serving
  • Amla powder
  • › Haritaki, Powder
  • › Vibhitaki, Powder
Interaction report

Triphala Fruit Powder by Organic India 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 Fruit Powder 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.

Amla 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 Fruit Powder, from the product label.

Organic India

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Name
Organic India Pvt. Ltd.
Street Address
Factory: Plot No. 266 Faizabad Road
City
Kamta P.O. Chinhat, Lucknow
State
U.P.
ZipCode
226028
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Triphala Fruit Powder by Organic India: Common Questions

Does Triphala Fruit Powder by Organic India interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Triphala Fruit Powder 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 Fruit Powder 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
There isn't enough safety data to know either way during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before taking it.
What is amla, and why is it in here?
Amla is Indian gooseberry. It's one of the three fruits in Triphala and is used traditionally for digestive support and antioxidant benefits.
Does this really help with acid reflux?
There's some research showing amla may help with GERD, so it's rated possibly effective for that. The evidence isn't solid enough yet for the other two powders in the blend.
What side effects have people reported?
Stomach upset or indigestion is the most common complaint in trials — though it affected only a few people. A couple of people reported fatigue or muscle pain, but that was rare.
Should I be worried about the 207 medications it interacts with?
That number includes all the individual drugs in categories like 'blood thinners' — so it's not that you'd interact with all 207. But if you take anticoagulants, antiplatelet drugs, aspirin, or diabetes meds, you absolutely need to check with us before starting.

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Triphala Fruit Powder'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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