Ultra Forskolin Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Ultra Forskolin Extract 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
Ultra Forskolin Extract is a dietary supplement by Ultra6 Nutrition with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for weight management, asthma and breathing, high blood pressure.Based on those ingredients, 915 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Forskolin. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Ultra Forskolin Extract by Ultra6 Nutrition
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
Ultra Forskolin Extract contains one active ingredient: forskolin, a compound derived from coleus plants. Forskolin has traditionally been studied for its potential effects on heart function, breathing, and skin health, though the evidence remains limited.
The product also includes inactive ingredients — stevia, flavor, and alcohol — which serve as sweetener, taste, and preservative rather than active components.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for forskolin isn't established in our data. The product is listed for six potential uses — angina, asthma, cancer, congestive heart failure, atopic dermatitis (eczema), and dry eye — but all six are rated as having insufficient reliable evidence.
That means the research so far hasn't been strong enough to say whether it actually works for any of these conditions. If you're considering it for a specific health concern, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what the current evidence actually shows.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Taken by mouth, coleus seems to be generally well tolerated, though a small number of people have reported constipation, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. Diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms are dose-related — one clinical trial reported loose stools in one out of 15 patients, and retrospective reports suggest around a 10% rate of gastrointestinal side effects overall, mostly diarrhea.
The product may lower blood pressure and hasn't been well studied for long-term use, so it needs careful use and professional guidance. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough information to know it's safe in either situation.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Check this product with your pharmacist if you take nitrates or calcium channel blockers for heart conditions, any blood pressure medications, blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs like warfarin or aspirin, or medications your liver breaks down (CYP2C9 or CYP3A4 substrates — your pharmacist can tell you if yours fall into these groups).
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you take heart medications, blood pressure drugs, blood thinners, or drugs metabolized by your liver, you need to check this product against your specific medications before starting. The long-term safety isn't well established, so professional guidance is important.
Talk with your pharmacist before adding this to your routine.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 16, 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
General information
Key facts about Ultra Forskolin Extract, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Ultra6 Nutrition |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 639713568813 |
| Net contents | 2 fl. Oz.; 60 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 16, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 270691 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Ultra Forskolin Extract by Ultra6 Nutrition, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 250 mg | -- |
| Forskolin | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Stevia, Flavor, Alcohol
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Formula
Forskolin is an ingredient found in the roots of the plant plectranthus (Coleus forskohlii). This plant has been used since ancient times to help keep people healthy. When used correctly (orally), forskolin is very effective at combating obesity by curbing the appetite and burning fat.
Fat loss drops
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested usage: Place one serving (1/2 dropper) under your tongue twice daily approximately 15 minutes before your two largest meals.
Formulation
GF Gluten free
Fat loss drops Reduces appetite Blocks fat Supports immune system
Seals/Symbols
GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Made in the USA
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
FDA Disclaimer Statement
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Ultra Forskolin Extract by Ultra6 Nutrition label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Ultra Forskolin Extract by Ultra6 Nutrition
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Dropper(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Proprietary Blend
Other (inactive) ingredients: Stevia, Flavor, Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Ultra Forskolin Extract by Ultra6 Nutrition Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Ultra Forskolin Extract by Ultra6 Nutrition contains forskolin, which has documented interactions with several medication types.
The most serious concerns are with nitrates and calcium channel blockers (both used for heart conditions) — forskolin may increase their blood vessel-relaxing effects beyond what's intended, potentially causing excessive drop in blood pressure or other cardiovascular effects.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Forskolin also interacts with blood pressure medications (antihypertensive drugs) with a Moderate severity rating, meaning it could lower your blood pressure further and raise the risk of dizziness or fainting. It affects how your liver metabolizes certain drugs through two major enzyme systems (CYP2C9 and CYP3A4 substrates), which could change how well those medications work or increase side effects — this category covers a large number of common drugs.
Blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin, aspirin, or clopidogrel) may carry an increased bleeding and bruising risk when combined with this product.
Although we've reviewed the ingredient in this product, the only way to know if your specific medications are affected is to check them against the interaction tool on this page. Altogether, these interactions span 904 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Ultra Forskolin Extract interact with 915 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Ultra Forskolin Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Forskolin
AmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Calcium Channel Blockers +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking coleus might decrease serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Forskolin + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Forskolin + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCalcium Channel Blockers, Antihypertensive Drugs +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Forskolin + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCalcium Channel Blockers, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmlodipine, CelecoxibConsensi
How Amlodipine, Celecoxib interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates +2 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Forskolin + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionBepridilVascor
How Bepridil interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCalcium Channel Blockers, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Bepridil interactionDiltiazemAdizem-SR, Adizem-XL, Angitil SR, Angitil XL, Calcicard CR, Cardizem +23 more
How Diltiazem interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCalcium Channel Blockers, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Diltiazem interactionDiltiazem, EnalaprilTeczem
How Diltiazem, Enalapril interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinAntihypertensive Drugs, Calcium Channel Blockers +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Forskolin + Diltiazem, Enalapril interactionEnalapril Maleate, FelodipineLexxel
How Enalapril Maleate, Felodipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Forskolin + Enalapril Maleate, Felodipine interactionFelodipinePlendil, Renedil
How Felodipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCalcium Channel Blockers, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Felodipine interactionGlyceryl TrinitrateNitronal
How Glyceryl Trinitrate interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with nitrates might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Glyceryl Trinitrate interactionIsosorbide DinitrateAngitak, Cedocard Retard, Isoket, Isoket Retard, Isordil
How Isosorbide Dinitrate interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with nitrates might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Isosorbide Dinitrate interactionIsosorbide Dinitrate, HydralazineBiDil
How Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinNitrates, Antihypertensive Drugs Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with nitrates might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Isosorbide Dinitrate, Hydralazine interactionIsosorbide MononitrateAngeze, Angeze SR, Chemydur 60XL, Dynamin, Elantan, Elantan LA +13 more
How Isosorbide Mononitrate interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with nitrates might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Isosorbide Mononitrate interactionIsradipineDynacirc CR
How Isradipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinAntihypertensive Drugs, Calcium Channel Blockers +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Forskolin + Isradipine interactionLercanidipine HydrochlorideZanidip
How Lercanidipine Hydrochloride interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCalcium Channel Blockers, Antihypertensive Drugs +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Lercanidipine Hydrochloride interactionLevamlodipineConjupri
How Levamlodipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Antihypertensive Drugs +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking coleus might decrease serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Forskolin + Levamlodipine interactionNicardipineCardene, Cardene IV, Cardene SR
How Nicardipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Calcium Channel Blockers +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking coleus might decrease serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Forskolin + Nicardipine interactionNicorandilAprior, Dancor, Ikorel, Sigmart, Zynicor
How Nicorandil interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with nitrates might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Nicorandil interactionNifedipineAdalat, Adalat CC, Adalat LA, Adalat PA, Adalat Retard, Adalat XL +15 more
How Nifedipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Forskolin + Nifedipine interactionNisoldipineSular
How Nisoldipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCalcium Channel Blockers, Antihypertensive Drugs +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Nisoldipine interactionNitrendipineCardif
How Nitrendipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCalcium Channel Blockers, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Nitrendipine interactionNitroglycerinGonitro, Nitro Time, Nitro-Bid, Nitrocine Timecaps, Nitrogard, Nitrogard SR +7 more
How Nitroglycerin interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with nitrates might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Nitroglycerin interactionPentaerythritol TetranitratePeritrate, Peritrate SA
How Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinNitrates Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with nitrates might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Read the full Forskolin + Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate interactionPerindopril Arginine, AmlodipinePrestalia
How Perindopril Arginine, Amlodipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Antihypertensive Drugs +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking coleus might decrease serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Forskolin + Perindopril Arginine, Amlodipine interactionTelmisartan, AmlodipineTwynsta
How Telmisartan, Amlodipine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Forskolin + Telmisartan, Amlodipine interactionTrandolapril, VerapamilTarka
How Trandolapril, Verapamil interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinAntihypertensive Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Forskolin + Trandolapril, Verapamil interactionVerapamilCalan, Calan SR, Covera HS, Isoptin, Isoptin SR, Veramil +3 more
How Verapamil interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Calcium Channel Blockers +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking coleus might decrease serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Forskolin + Verapamil interactionAdo-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Ultra Forskolin Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ForskolinCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking coleus might decrease serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Forskolin + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Ultra Forskolin 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.
Forskolin
Calcium Channel Blockers
Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Forskolin, a constituent of coleus, and calcium channel blockers both cause coronary vasodilatory effects.
Nitrates
Theoretically, combining coleus with nitrates might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Forskolin, a constituent of coleus, and nitrates both cause coronary vasodilatory effects.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of coleus and anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
In vitro and animal research shows that forskolin, a constituent of coleus, can inhibit platelet aggregation and adhesion.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Animal research shows that forskolin, a constituent of coleus, may lower blood pressure.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, taking coleus may affect drugs metabolized by CYP2C9 and increase the risk of adverse effects or reduce the effectiveness.
Research on the effect of coleus on CYP2C9 is conflicting. Some animal research shows that coleus extract can induce CYP2C9, while in vitro research shows that coleus can inhibit CYP2C9. Until more is known, advise patients that taking coleus might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, taking coleus might decrease serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research shows that coleus can activate the nuclear receptor, pregnane X receptor (PXR), which results in increased expression of CYP3A4. Although the clinical significance of this is not known, use caution when considering concomitant use of coleus and other drugs affected by these enzymes.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, taking coleus may affect the metabolism of warfarin and increase the risk of adverse effects or reduce the effectiveness.
Some animal research shows that coleus extract can induce cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9), an enzyme that metabolizes warfarin. However, other in vitro research shows that coleus can inhibit CYP2C9. Theoretically, taking coleus with drugs metabolized by CYP2C9 might affect drug levels and the risk of adverse effects. Until more is known, advise patients that taking coleus might increase or decrease levels of warfarin.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Ultra Forskolin Extract, from the product label.
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Ultra Forskolin 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.
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The 16 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.
Coleus 16 references
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- Kramer W, Thormann J, Kindler M, Schlepper M. Effects of forskolin on left ventricular function in dilated cardiomyopathy. Arzneimittelforschung 1987;37:364-7.
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- van Hecke, E., Hindryckx, P., Geuns, J. M., and Devriese, E. Airborne contact dermatitis from coleus in a housewife. Contact Dermatitis 1991;25(2):128-129. PubMed
- Schlepper, M., Thormann, J., and Mitrovic, V. Cardiovascular effects of forskolin and phosphodiesterase-III inhibitors. Basic Res Cardiol 1989;84 Suppl 1:197-212. PubMed
- Dooms-Goossens, A., Borghijs, A., Degreef, H., Devriese, E. G., and Geuns, J. M. Airborne contact dermatitis to Coleus. Contact Dermatitis 1987;17(2):109-110. PubMed
- Lindner, E., Dohadwalla, A. N., and Bhattacharya, B. K. Positive inotropic and blood pressure lowering activity of a diterpene derivative isolated from Coleus forskohli: Forskolin. Arzneimittelforschung 1978;28(2):284-289.
- Loftus HL, Astell KJ, Mathai ML, et al. Coleus forskohlii Extract Supplementation in Conjunction with a Hypocaloric Diet Reduces the Risk Factors of Metabolic Syndrome in Overweight and Obese Subjects: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Nutrients. 2015;7(11): PubMed
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