Andrographis Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Paradise
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Andrographis 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
Andrographis is a dietary supplement by Paradise with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for common cold and flu symptoms, upper respiratory infections, sore throat.Based on those ingredients, 413 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Andrographis extract, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Sambucus nigra berry extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Andrographis by Paradise
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
This product contains four active ingredients. Andrographis extract is the main one — it's made from a plant traditionally used in Southeast Asian medicine.
The other three are Isatis tinctoria (leaf and root extract), honeysuckle flower extract, and elderberry extract. Together they're blended as a proprietary herbal combination.
The capsule itself is an inactive ingredient — just the container.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for what this product actually does is limited and mixed. Andrographis has possibly effective ratings for ulcerative colitis, tonsillopharyngitis (sore throat), and osteoarthritis, but evidence falls short of being strong.
For familial Mediterranean fever, there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate it at all. Isatis, honeysuckle, and elderberry all show insufficient reliable evidence for their listed uses — meaning we don't have solid proof they work for those purposes.
If you're considering this for a specific health concern, talk with your pharmacist about what the actual evidence shows.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Short-term, andrographis is generally well tolerated, but long-term safety and the quality of products aren't well established. Common side effects at typical doses include stomach discomfort, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, headache, altered taste, rash, and itching.
High doses (reaching 5–10 mg/kg of andrographolide or longer than 14 days of use) make side effects more likely. Rare but serious reactions like severe allergic responses and anaphylaxis have been reported.
Honeysuckle and elderberry are generally well tolerated when properly prepared, though allergic skin reactions (rash, contact dermatitis) have been reported with both. Elderberry is safe in pregnancy and lactation, but andrographis, isatis, and honeysuckle should be avoided during both pregnancy and breastfeeding due to insufficient safety data.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take this, double-check with your pharmacist if you're on blood pressure medications (moderate risk of low blood pressure), blood thinners like warfarin or aspirin (moderate bleeding risk), immunosuppressant drugs after transplant (moderate risk of reduced effectiveness), cancer medication pazopanib (moderate), the arthritis drugs etoricoxib or celecoxib (minor), or the diabetes drug glipizide (minor).
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 take blood pressure medications, blood thinners, immunosuppressants, or certain cancer or diabetes drugs, check with your pharmacist before starting this — the interactions are real and documented. Andrographis has some evidence for sore throat and ulcerative colitis, but overall the proof is modest.
Short-term use is generally well tolerated, but we don't know much about long-term safety, and it's off-limits in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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Assessment coverage: 4 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 18, 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
General information
Key facts about Andrographis, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Paradise |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 601944777470 |
| Net contents | 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 18, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 289070 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), No Allergies, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Andrographis by Paradise, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Andrographis extract | 400 mg | -- |
| Proprietary Blend of Synergistic Herbal extracts | 100 mg | -- |
| Isatis tinctoria Leaf, Root Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Lonicera japonica flower extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Sambucus nigra berry extract | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Capsule
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Formulation
Quality - purity - potency
We never add unnecessary fillers, binders, preservatives or flow agents to our encapsulation process. Our active whole spectrum extracts contain a full profile of naturally occurring constituents are extracted without the use of toxic solvents and/or harsh chemicals.
Vegan
Made with non-GMO ingredients Gluten free
Contains no common allergens. Made without fillers.
Manufactured in the USA. GMP quality assured FDA registered.
General Statements
Quality - purity - potency Paradise products have won over a decade of Best of Supplements Awards. We are dedicated to sourcing premium ultra pure ingredients that meet the highest standards of excellence.
Formula
Active whole spectrum difference Our active whole spectrum extracts contain a full profile of naturally occurring constituents and are extracted without the use of toxic solvents and/or harsh chemicals. This unique method captures the true essence of the whole herb while still retaining a highly active and bioavailable concentrated of phyto nutrients.
+ Elderberry + Isatis + Honeysuckle
Raw material: Andrographis extract 12:1 (whole plant) naturally containing 20% andrographolides by full spectrum UV analysis.
Storage
Warning: Keep in a cool dry place, out of the reach of children.
Precautions
Warning: Keep in a cool dry place, out of the reach of children.
If pregnant or nursing, consult your health care professional before using this product.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Enhancing nature's miracles since 1994 Paradise Premium quality for over 25 years
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Take 2 vegetarian capsules daily or as directed by a qualified health care professional.
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Andrographis by Paradise label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Andrographis by Paradise
These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Vegetarian 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.
Andrographis extract
Interacts with413 drugs
Andrographis is a bitter Asian herb traditionally used for colds, flu, and infections, and some studies suggest it may ease cold symptoms and shorten...
Andrographis extract monograph & interactionsProprietary Blend of Synergistic Herbal extracts
Other (inactive) ingredients: Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Andrographis by Paradise Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Paradise Andrographis contains four ingredients, and we've found documented interactions with medications.
The most serious concern is andrographis extract itself, which may increase your risk of low blood pressure (hypotension) if you're taking blood pressure medications — this is a moderate-severity interaction.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Andrographis extract also has moderate interactions with blood thinners (anticoagulants) and antiplatelet drugs like aspirin or warfarin, because it may increase bleeding risk. It can also interfere with immunosuppressant drugs used after organ transplant or for certain autoimmune conditions.
Additionally, it has minor interactions with the pain reliever etoricoxib (Arcoxia), the arthritis drug celecoxib (Celebrex), and the diabetes medication glipizide (Glucotrol), though the real-world significance of these is unclear.
Honeysuckle flower extract, another ingredient here, also moderately increases bleeding risk with blood thinners. Elderberry extract has moderate interactions with immunosuppressant drugs and with pazopanib (Votrient), a cancer medication.
Isatis leaf and root extract was checked and has no known interactions documented.
Additionally, you'll want to run your exact medications through the checker on this page before starting — we hold documented interactions with 407 individual medications across these ingredients.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Andrographis interact with 413 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 4 ingredients in Andrographis interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Andrographis extract Lonicera japonica flower extract Sambucus nigra berry extract
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionSambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Abciximab interactionLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Andrographis — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Abrocitinib interactionLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAndrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Lonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAndrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Lonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAndrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Lonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAndrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Acetazolamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Adalimumab interactionAndrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Adalimumab-adaz interactionSambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAndrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Adalimumab-afzb interactionSambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Adalimumab-atto interactionAndrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionSambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAndrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Alefacept interactionSambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sambucus Nigra Berry ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Read the full Sambucus Nigra Berry Extract + Alemtuzumab interactionAndrographis ExtractImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Alemtuzumab interactionAliskirenTekturna
How Aliskiren interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Aliskiren interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Lonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAndrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionLonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Andrographis — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Lonicera Japonica Flower ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAndrographis ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Ambrisentan interactionAmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with Andrographis — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Andrographis ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Andrographis Extract + Amlodipine Besylate interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Andrographis 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.
Andrographis extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Animal and laboratory studies suggest that andrographis has antiplatelet effects.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, andrographis might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that andrographis has hypotensive effects.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, andrographis might interfere with the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Laboratory research suggests that andrographolide has immunostimulant activity.
Celecoxib (Celebrex)
Theoretically, andrographis extract might increase the maximum concentration and time to peak concentration of celecoxib. The clinical significance of these changes is unclear.
Animal research suggests that andrographis extract taken orally increases the maximum concentration and time to peak concentration of celecoxib but does not appear to impact the area under the curve.
Etoricoxib (Arcoxia)
Theoretically, andrographis might decrease the absorption of etoricoxib, although the clinical significance is unclear.
Animal research shows that andrographis extract, or the constituent andrographolide, taken orally with etoricoxib decreases the bioavailability of etoricoxib. However, this reduced bioavailability is not correlated with a reduction in the anti-inflammatory effects of etoricoxib in arthritic mice models. The clinical significance of this interaction is unclear.
Glipizide (Glucotrol)
Theoretically, andrographis extract might increase the maximum concentration and area under the curve of glipizide; however, opposite effects are seen with the constituent, andrographolide. The clinical significance of this interaction is unclear.
Animal research suggests that andrographis extract taken orally with glipizide in diabetes-induced rats increases the maximum concentration and area under the curve of glipizide. However, the opposite effect is seen with the constituent, andrographolide, in which the maximum concentration and area under the curve are decreased when taken with glipizide.
Lonicera japonica flower extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research shows that polyphenols extracted from honeysuckle can inhibit platelet aggregation.
Sambucus nigra berry extract
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, elderberry might interfere with immunosuppressant therapy due to its immunostimulant activity.
Elderberry has immunostimulant activity, increasing the production of cytokines, including interleukin and tumor necrosis factor.
Pazopanib (Votrient)
Theoretically, elderberry might interact with pazopanib, potentially increasing the risk of adverse effects.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Andrographis, from the product label.
Paradise
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- Paradise Herbs & Essentials, Inc.
- Street Address
- 19051 Goldenwest St. #106-304
- City
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Andrographis
Interacts with 413 drugsAndrographis is a bitter Asian herb traditionally used for colds, flu, and infections, and some studies suggest it may ease cold symptoms and shorten how long they last. The evidence is limi...
Read the full Andrographis monograph → Herb & supplement monographIsatis
Isatis is a plant long used in traditional Chinese medicine, mainly for sore throats, fevers, and colds. Modern evidence in people is very limited, so its benefits are not well proven. Talk...
Read the full Isatis monograph → Herb & supplement monographHoneysuckle
Interacts with 122 drugsHoneysuckle, especially Japanese honeysuckle flower (Lonicera japonica), is a staple of traditional Chinese medicine used mainly for colds, sore throat, and inflammation. Modern human eviden...
Read the full Honeysuckle monograph → Herb & supplement monographElderberry
Interacts with 121 drugsElderberry is a popular herbal supplement, mainly taken to help with colds and flu. Some small studies suggest it may modestly shorten cold or flu symptoms, but the evidence is limited and n...
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Andrographis'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 38 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.
Andrographis 26 references
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- Thamlikitkul V, Dechatiwongse T, Theerapong S, et al. Efficacy of Andrographis paniculata, Nees for pharyngotonsillitis in adults. J Med Assoc Thai 1991;74:437-42.
- Zhang CY, Tan BK. Mechanisms of cardiovascular activity of Andrographis paniculata in the anaesthetized rat. J Ethnopharmacol 1997;56:97-101. PubMed
- Zhao HY, Fang WY. Antithrombotic effects of Andrographis paniculata nees in preventing myocardial infarction. Chin Med J (Engl) 1991;104:770-5.
- Amroyan E, Gabrielian E, Panossian A, et al. Inhibitory effect of andrographolide from Andrographis paniculata on PAF-induced platelet aggregation. Phytomedicine 1999;6:27-31. PubMed
- Zhang C, Kuroyangi M, Tan BK. Cardiovascular activity of 14-deoxy-11,12-didehydroandrographolide in the anaesthetised rat and isolated right atria. Pharmacol Res 1998;38:413-7. PubMed
- Puri A, Saxena R, Saxena RP, et al. Immunostimulant agents from Andrographis paniculata. J Nat Prod 1993;56:995-9. PubMed
- Melchoir J, Spasov AA, Ostrovskij OV, et al. Double-blind, placebo-controlled pilot and phase III study of activity of standardized Andrographis paniculata Herba Nees extract fixed combination (Kan Jang) in the treatment of uncomplicated upper-respirator
- Calabrese C, Berman SH, Babish JG, et al. A phase I trial of andrographolide in HIV positive patients and normal volunteers. Phytother Res 2000;14:333-8. PubMed
- Gabrielian ES, Shukarian AK, Goukasova GI, et al. A double blind, placebo-controlled study of Andrographis paniculata fixed combination Kan Jang in the treatment of acute upper respiratory tract infections including sinusitis. Phytomedicine 2002;9:589-97 PubMed
- Poolsup N, Suthisisang C, Prathanturarug S, et al. Andrographis paniculata in the symptomatic treatment of uncomplicated upper respiratory tract infection: systematic review of randomized controlled trials. J Clin Pharm Ther 2004;29:37-45. PubMed
- Coon JT, Ernst E. Andrographis paniculata in the treatment of upper respiratory tract infections: a systematic review of safety and efficacy. Planta Med 2004;70:293-8.
- Kligler, B., Ulbricht, C., Basch, E., Kirkwood, C. D., Abrams, T. R., Miranda, M., Singh Khalsa, K. P., Giles, M., Boon, H., and Woods, J. Andrographis paniculata for the treatment of upper respiratory infection: a systematic review by the natural standa
- Burgos, R. A., Hancke, J. L., Bertoglio, J. C., Aguirre, V., Arriagada, S., Calvo, M., and Caceres, D. D. Efficacy of an Andrographis paniculata composition for the relief of rheumatoid arthritis symptoms: a prospective randomized placebo-controlled tria
- Saxena, R. C., Singh, R., Kumar, P., Yadav, S. C., Negi, M. P., Saxena, V. S., Joshua, A. J., Vijayabalaji, V., Goudar, K. S., Venkateshwarlu, K., and Amit, A. A randomized double blind placebo controlled clinical evaluation of extract of Andrographis pa
- Tang, T., Targan, S. R., Li, Z. S., Xu, C., Byers, V. S., and Sandborn, W. J. Randomised clinical trial: herbal extract HMPL-004 in active ulcerative colitis - a double-blind comparison with sustained release mesalazine. Aliment.Pharmacol Ther 2011;33(2) PubMed
- Sandborn, W. J., Targan, S. R., Byers, V. S., Rutty, D. A., Mu, H., Zhang, X., and Tang, T. Andrographis paniculata extract (HMPL-004) for active ulcerative colitis. Am J Gastroenterol. 2013;108(1):90-98. PubMed
- Melchior, J., Palm, S., and Wikman, G. Controlled clinical study of standardized Andrographis paniculata extract in common cold - a pilot trial. Phytomedicine. 1997;3(4):315-318. PubMed
- Balap A, Atre B, Lohidasan S, et al. Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic herb-drug interaction of Andrographis paniculata (Nees) extract and andrographolide with etoricoxib after oral administration in rats. J Ethnopharmacol. 2016 May 13;183:9-17. PubMed
- Bertoglio JC, Baumgartner M, Palma R, et al. Andrographis paniculata decreases fatigue in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: a 12-month double-blind placebo-controlled pilot study. BMC Neurol. 2016; 16(1):77. PubMed
- Suwankesawong W, Saokaew S, Permsuwan U, et al. Characterization of hypersensitivity reactions reported among Andrographis paniculata users in Thailand using Health Product Vigilance Center (HPVC) database. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2014; 14:515. PubMed
- Ciampi E, Uribe-San-Martin R, Cárcamo C, et al. Efficacy of andrographolide in not active progressive multiple sclerosis: a prospective exploratory double-blind, parallel-group, randomized, placebo-controlled trial. BMC Neurol 2020;20(1):173. PubMed
- Worakunphanich W, Thavorncharoensap M, Youngkong S, Thadanipon K, Thakkinstian A. Safety of Andrographis paniculata: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Pharmacoepidemiol Drug Saf 2021;30(6):727-739.
- More SJ, Tandulwadkar SS, Balap AR, Lohidasan S, Sinnathambi A, Mahadik KR. Effect of Andrographis paniculata extract and Andrographolide on the pharmacokinetics of Aceclofenac and Celecoxib in rats. Futur J Pharm Sci. 2023;9(1):1. PubMed
- Sundhani E, Nugroho AE, Nurrochmad A, Puspitasari I, Amalia Prihati D, Lukitaningsih E. Pharmacokinetic Herb-Drug Interactions of Glipizide with Andrographis paniculata (Burm. f.) and Andrographolide in Normal and Diabetic Rats by Validated HPLC Method. M PubMed
- Shang YX, Shen C, Stub T, et al. Adverse Effects of Andrographolide Derivative Medications Compared to the Safe use of Herbal Preparations of Andrographis paniculata: Results of a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Clinical Studies. Front Pharmacol 20 PubMed
Isatis 3 references
Honeysuckle 3 references
- Chang WC, Hsu FL. Inhibition of platelet activation and endothelial cell injury by polyphenolic compounds isolated from Lonicera japonica Thunb. Prostaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty Acids 1992;45:307-12. PubMed
- Webster RM. Honeysuckle contact dermatitis. Cutis 1993;51:424.
- Zhou LF, Lu R. Compound-honeysuckle-induced drug eruption with special manifestations: A case report. World J Clin Cases 2022;10(22):8018-8024. PubMed
Elderberry 6 references
- Barak V, Halperin T, Kalickman I. The effect of Sambucol, a black elderberry-based, natural product, on the production of human cytokines: I. Inflammatory cytokines. Eur Cytokine Netw 2001;12:290-6..
- Elderberry (Sambucus species). The Poison Plant Patch, Novia Scotia Museum, 2007. Available at: http://museum.gov.ns.ca/poison/?section=species&id=117 (Accessed 16 October 2009).
- European elder. Canadian Poisonous Plants Information System. Available at: http://www.cbif.gc.ca/pls/pp/ppack.jump?p_null=all&p_psn=121&p_type=all&p_sci=comm&p_x=px (Accessed 16 October 2009).
- Raus K, Pleschka S, Klein P, Schoop R, Fisher P. Effect of an echinacea-based hot drink versus oseltamivir in Influenza treatment: a randomized, double-blind, double-dummy, multicenter, noninferiority clinical trial. . Curr Ther Res Clin Exp. 2015;20;77:6 PubMed
- Ramachandran A, Antala D, Pudasainee P, Panginikkod S, Gupta H. A Plausible Association Between the Use of Elderberry and Autoimmune Hepatitis. Cureus 2022;14(4):e24250. PubMed
- Agarwal N, Mangla A. Elderberry interaction with pazopanib in a patient with soft-tissue sarcoma: A case report and literature review. Mol Clin Oncol 2024;20(5):36. PubMed
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