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Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Planetary Herbals

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

Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract is a dietary supplement by Planetary Herbals 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. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract by Planetary Herbals

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 Extract Blend (Herb/Botanical)” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (3 mL) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains three active herbal ingredients: organic Amla (Indian gooseberry), organic Chebulic Myrobalan, and organic Belleric Myrobalan, delivered as a liquid extract. Triphala is a traditional Ayurvedic blend, and each of these plants plays a role in the formula.

The liquid also contains organic grain alcohol and deionized water as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: GI tract wellness and digestive health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Constipation, Indigestion, Dyspepsia.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Indian Gooseberry is rated "Possibly Effective" for Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Indian Gooseberry is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Indian gooseberry (amla) in this product has been rated possibly effective for heartburn and acid reflux (GERD) and possibly effective for high cholesterol (dyslipidemia). The evidence for androgenic alopecia (hair loss) and high cholesterol levels is insufficient to rate.

We don't have effectiveness data on file for the other two ingredients in this 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.

Indian gooseberry is generally well tolerated when used as a food, but safety information for supplement doses is less established. During pregnancy, there isn't enough data to know whether it's safe, so you should talk with your pharmacist or doctor for personalized advice.

Breastfeeding safety is not well studied — avoid it during breastfeeding unless your healthcare provider advises otherwise. Orally, some people have reported stomach discomfort, fatigue, or muscle pain in clinical trials, though these were uncommon.

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 taking Triphala Liquid, double-check with your pharmacist if you're on blood thinners (anticoagulants) like warfarin, antiplatelet drugs like clopidogrel (Plavix), aspirin as a blood thinner, or diabetes medications. Indian gooseberry can affect bleeding risk and blood sugar levels with these drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're managing heartburn or high cholesterol and want to explore herbal support, Indian gooseberry in this blend has some evidence behind it. But if you take blood thinners, diabetes medications, or aspirin as a blood thinner, you need to check with your pharmacist first — this product may affect how they work.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Talk to your healthcare provider 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 Dec 22, 2017.

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 Liquid Herbal Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand Planetary Herbals
Barcode (UPC) 021078107668
Net contents 2 fl. Oz.; 59.14 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 22, 2017
DSLD ID 80800
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract by Planetary Herbals, 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:
3 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 mL
Servings per container
19
UPC/BARCODE
021078107668
IngredientAmount% DV
organic Amla0 NP--
organic Chebulic Myrobalan0 NP--
organic Belleric Myrobalan0 NP--
Proprietary Extract Blend (Herb/Botanical)3 mL--

Other ingredients: organic Grain Alcohol, deionized Water

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Label statements
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General Statements

GI Tract wellness

Formulated by Michael Tierra L.Ac, O.M.D

Triphala is a potent yet gentle three-fruit herbal complex that uniquely supports GI (gastrointestinal) tract wellness.

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 3 1/2 dropperfuls twice daily between meals.

Shake well before using.

Precautions

Note: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.

Do not use if tamper-evident seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

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

PF0766 REV I155

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Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract by Planetary Herbals label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract by Planetary Herbals

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

Serving size3 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container19 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 Extract Blend (Herb/Botanical)

3 mL per serving
  • Organic Amla
  • › Organic Chebulic Myrobalan
  • › Organic Belleric Myrobalan

Other (inactive) ingredients: Organic Grain Alcohol, Deionized Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract by Planetary Herbals 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 Liquid Herbal 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.

organic Amla4 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 Liquid Herbal Extract, from the product label.

Planetary Herbals

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Name
Planetary Herbals, LLC
Street Address
P.O. Box 1760
City
Soquel
State
CA
ZipCode
95073
Web Address
www.planetaryherbals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract by Planetary Herbals: Common Questions

Does Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract by Planetary Herbals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Triphala Liquid Herbal Extract 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 Liquid Herbal Extract 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.
Does this product work for heartburn and acid reflux?
Indian gooseberry, the main ingredient we have data for, is rated possibly effective for GERD. That means there's some evidence, but it's not as strong as we'd like. Your individual results may vary, and it's best paired with other reflux management strategies.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety data to know either way — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you. During breastfeeding, we advise against it because safety information is too limited. Your healthcare provider can give you personalized guidance.
What side effects have been reported?
In clinical trials, a small number of people reported stomach discomfort or indigestion, and even fewer reported fatigue or muscle pain. These were uncommon, but they're worth knowing about.
What are Chebulic Myrobalan and Belleric Myrobalan?
They're the other two traditional plants in the Triphala blend. We don't hold interaction or safety data for them in our monographs, so we can't comment on how they work or what they do on their own.
Does this product have any fillers or additives?
It's a liquid extract, so it contains organic grain alcohol and deionized water as the base — these are inactive ingredients that help deliver the herbs.

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The Full Monographs Behind Triphala Liquid Herbal 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

Triphala Liquid Herbal 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 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

See these in context on the Indian Gooseberry monograph →

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