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Dietary supplement

Uva Ursi 460 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Solaray

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

Uva Ursi 460 mg is a dietary supplement by Solaray with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for urinary tract infections, urinary discomfort, mild diuretic.Based on those ingredients, 803 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Uva Ursi. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Uva Ursi 460 mg by Solaray

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

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: uva ursi leaf, 460 mg per capsule. Uva ursi is a plant traditionally used for urinary tract support.

The capsule itself is made from vegetable cellulose, and the formula includes rice bran extract as an inactive ingredient.

Does it work?

Leans against
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
Leans against

The strongest graded evidence we hold for the stated purpose leans against a benefit.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: nutritive support for normal healthy urinary tract function.
  • We looked for evidence on: Urinary tract infections (UTIs), urinary discomfort, kidney health, cystitis.
  • The closest evidence on file: Uva Ursi is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Urinary tract infections (UTIs) (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for uva ursi is limited. For urinary tract infections, it's rated possibly ineffective — meaning it's not likely to help.

For bronchitis and benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), there isn't enough reliable evidence to know either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Uva Ursi

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.

Uva ursi is generally well tolerated at low doses, short-term. The most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, stomach upset, and vomiting.

The safety data advises against using it during pregnancy because it may stimulate the uterus and hasn't been studied enough. There isn't enough information to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding, so avoid it then too.

Don't use it long-term or at high doses — at very high doses (30 grams or more), uva ursi can be toxic and potentially fatal.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Uva Ursi

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 — Uva Ursi.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: lithium.
  • For scale: 804 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 starting this product, check with your pharmacist if you take anything metabolized by CYP3A4 or CYP2C19 enzymes, lithium, glucuronidated drugs (including acetaminophen and many others), urinary acidifying agents, or drugs transported by P-glycoprotein — all have Moderate interactions except the last, which is Minor.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with graded evidence leaning against its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Uva ursi is a short-term supplement for urinary tract issues, though the evidence it works is weak. If you take any medications metabolized by your liver, use lithium, or take urinary acidifying agents, check with your pharmacist first.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Skip it.

Keep doses low and use it only briefly.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 21, 2020.

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 Uva Ursi 460 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Solaray
Net contents 100 VegCap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2020
DSLD ID 239881
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
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 Uva Ursi 460 mg by Solaray, 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:
1 VegCap(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 VegCap(s)
IngredientAmount% DV
Uva Ursi460 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Capsule, Rice Bran extract

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 460 mg per capsule Whole leaf

Discussion: Native to Europe, Uva Ursi, also sometimes referred to as Bearberry, is a small shrub with evergreen leaves and edible red berries. Uva Ursi has a long history of use throughout the world dating back to the 2nd century.

Formulation

Lab verified

Uva Ursi leaf may provide nutritive support for normal, healthy urinary tract function.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Use only as directed. Take one VegCap three times daily with a meal or a glass of water.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Uva Ursi 460 mg by Solaray label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Uva Ursi 460 mg by Solaray

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 VegCap(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.

Uva Ursi

Interacts with
803 drugs
460 mg per serving

Uva ursi is a traditional herb used mainly for urinary tract infections, and its leaves contain a compound called arbutin that may have antimicrobial...

Uva Ursi monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Capsule, Rice Bran extract. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Uva Ursi 460 mg by Solaray Drug Interactions

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803Drugs
740 Moderate 63 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Uva Ursi 803

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Uva Ursi 460 mg 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.

Uva Ursi6 drug types · 803 drugs

Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates

Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP2C19 substrates.
In vitro, uva ursi appears to inhibit cytochrome CYP2C19. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, uva ursi may decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro, uva ursi appears to inhibit CYP3A4. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Glucuronidated Drugs

Theoretically, uva ursi may increase levels of drugs metabolized by glucuronidation.
In vitro, uva ursi extract appears to strongly inhibit UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A1 (UGT1A1). However, uva ursi extract does not appear to inhibit UGT1A1 in animal models. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, uva ursi may increase lithium levels, necessitating a decrease in dose.
Uva ursi may have diuretic properties. Diuretics may increase lithium reabsorption with sodium in the proximal tubule of the kidney. Theoretically, uva ursi might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Urinary Acidifying Agents

Effects of uva ursi in the urinary tract may be reduced by urinary acidifying agents.
Uva ursi seems to work best in alkaline urine. Theoretically, taking uva ursi with medications known to acidify the urine may decrease any effects of uva ursi on the urinary tract.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
P-Glycoprotein Substrates

Theoretically, uva ursi may alter the levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
In vitro, uva ursi appears to inhibit the multi-drug transporter protein, P-glycoprotein. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Uva Ursi 460 mg, from the product label.

Solaray

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Name
Solaray
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Uva Ursi 460 mg by Solaray: Common Questions

Does Uva Ursi 460 mg by Solaray interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Uva Ursi 460 mg has a known interaction with 803 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Uva Ursi 460 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism 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 while pregnant?
No. Uva ursi may stimulate the uterus and hasn't been studied enough in pregnancy. The safety data advises against it.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
No. There isn't enough safety information, so avoid it while breastfeeding.
What are the most common side effects?
Diarrhea, nausea, stomach upset, and vomiting. These happen most often, especially with short-term use.
How long can I take this?
Use it short-term only. Long-term or high-dose use can be toxic. Don't exceed recommended doses or duration.
Does this really help with UTIs?
The evidence suggests it's probably not effective for urinary tract infections. The rating is 'possibly ineffective.'

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Sources & How We Checked

Uva Ursi 460 mg'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 8 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.

Uva Ursi 8 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Schulz V, Hansel R, Tyler VE. Rational Phytotherapy: A Physician's Guide to Herbal Medicine. Terry C. Telger, transl. 3rd ed. Berlin, GER: Springer, 1998.
  3. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  4. Wang L, Del Priore LV. Bull's-eye maculopathy secondary to herbal toxicity from uva ursi. Am J Ophthalmol 2004;137:1135-7. PubMed
  5. Beaux, D., Fleurentin, J., and Mortier, F. Effect of extracts of Orthosiphon stamineus Benth, Hieracium pilosella L., Sambucus nigra L. and Arctostaphylos uva-ursi (L.) Spreng. in rats. Phytother.Res 1999;13(3):222-225.
  6. de Arriba SG, Naser B, Nolte KU. Risk assessment of free hydroquinone derived from Arctostaphylos Uva-ursi folium herbal preparations. Int J Toxicol. 2013;32(6):442-453.
  7. Park JB, Kim D, Min JS, et al. Identification and characterization of in vitro inhibitors against UDP-glucuronosyltransferase 1A1 in uva-ursi extracts and evaluation of in vivo uva-ursi-drug interactions. Food Chem Toxicol. 2018;120:651-661. PubMed
  8. Chauhan B, Yu C, Krantis A, et al. In vitro activity of uva-ursi against cytochrome P450 isoenzymes and P-glycoprotein. Can J Physiol Pharmacol. 2007;85(11):1099-107.

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