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White Mulberry Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

White Mulberry Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for blood sugar support, high cholesterol, weight management.Based on those ingredients, 87 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are White Mulberry Leaf Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of White Mulberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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 is a straight white mulberry leaf extract — one active ingredient, no fillers listed. White mulberry leaf is the dried leaf from the white mulberry tree, concentrated into powder form for easier dosing than whole leaves.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient White Mulberry product and its label doesn't state a use — see White Mulberry's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for white mulberry leaf in your system right now is incomplete. Our data rates it as insufficient evidence for hair loss (androgenic alopecia), bone health (osteoporosis), colds, blood sugar control (diabetes), and cholesterol (hyperlipidemia).

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the clinical trials we have aren't strong enough yet to say.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient White Mulberry

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.

White mulberry leaf powder is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are digestive: bloating, flatulence, loose stools, and constipation.

In one clinical study, roughly half of participants experienced bloating or gas, about a quarter had loose stools, and one in five had constipation — but these effects tended to ease over time. For pregnancy: the safety data isn't there.

Avoid medicinal amounts during pregnancy. For breastfeeding: same story — not enough data, so avoid medicinal amounts while nursing.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding and want personalized advice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient White Mulberry

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 — White Mulberry.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 87 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.

Check your medications if you take antidiabetes drugs or medications cleared by OCT2 transporters in your kidneys — white mulberry leaf may lower blood sugar or slow how your body clears these drugs. Use the interaction checker below with your exact medication names before you start.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

White mulberry leaf extract may appeal to you if you're looking for a botanical with traditional use in blood sugar support, but the evidence for most health claims is still being built. If you take antidiabetes drugs or certain kidney-transport medications, you need to check with us or your pharmacist first — the blood-sugar-lowering effect is real and could interact.

Pregnant or breastfeeding people should skip it.

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 Jul 25, 2024.

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 White Mulberry Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X001A11LXT
Net contents 100 Gram(s); 3.5 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2024
DSLD ID 311865
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for White Mulberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
1000 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1000 mg
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
X001A11LXT
IngredientAmount% DV
White Mulberry Leaf Extract1000 mg--

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements

Formulation

Color may vary

Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1000 mg (about 1/3 tsp) once daily 30 minutes before meal, or as directed by a physician. Drink plenty of water.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur.

General Statements

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White Mulberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in White Mulberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size1000 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

White Mulberry Leaf Extract

Interacts with
87 drugs
1000 mg per serving

White mulberry leaf is most studied for helping blunt the rise in blood sugar after meals, but the human evidence is limited and not strong. It is gen...

White Mulberry Leaf Extract monograph & interactions
Interaction report

White Mulberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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87 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in White Mulberry 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.

White Mulberry Leaf Extract2 drug types · 87 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, white mulberry leaf might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Clinical research shows that white mulberry leaf can lower blood glucose levels. Advise patients to monitor glucose levels closely.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Organic Cation Transporter 2 (Oct2) Substrates

Theoretically, white mulberry leaf might slow the elimination and increase the adverse effects of drugs which are OCT2 substrates.
Animal research shows that coadministration of white mulberry leaf extract with metformin, an OCT2 substrate, slows the renal elimination of metformin via inhibition of OCT2 activity. OCT2 is expressed in the kidneys and is responsible for transporting cationic drugs into tubular epithelial cells in order to be excreted in the urine.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for White Mulberry Extract, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
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White Mulberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does White Mulberry Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, White Mulberry Extract has a known interaction with 87 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
White Mulberry Extract 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.
Will white mulberry leaf actually help my blood sugar?
Research shows white mulberry leaf can lower blood glucose in the body, which is why it interacts with diabetes drugs. But the evidence for using it as a treatment for diabetes itself rates as insufficient — the clinical trials aren't strong enough yet to say whether it works well enough for that purpose. Talk with your doctor about your specific situation.
What are the side effects?
The main ones are digestive: bloating, gas, loose stools, or constipation. In one study, about half the people taking it experienced bloating or gas, a quarter had loose stools, and one in five had constipation. The good news is these effects tended to get better over time.
Is white mulberry leaf safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data in medicinal amounts, so we advise against it during pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing and interested in this supplement, check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance.
Can I take this if I'm on metformin?
You'll need to talk with your pharmacist or doctor first. White mulberry leaf can lower blood sugar and may also slow how your kidneys clear metformin, both of which matter if you're on that drug. Don't start without checking with them.
How much should I take?
Our data doesn't include dosing guidance. Follow the label directions on the product itself, or talk with a pharmacist or doctor about the right amount for you.

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White Mulberry 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 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.

White Mulberry 6 references
  1. Andallu B, Suryakantham V, Lakshmi Srikanthi B, Reddy GK. Effect of mulberry (Morus indica L.) therapy on plasma and erythrocyte membrane lipids in patients with type 2 diabetes. Clin Chim Acta 2001;314:47-53. PubMed
  2. Mudra M, Ercan-Fang N, Zhong L, et al. Influence of mulberry leaf extract on the blood glucose and breath hydrogen response to ingestion of 75 g sucrose by type 2 diabetic and control subjects. Diabetes Care 2007;30:1272-4. PubMed
  3. Kimura T, Nakagawa K, Kubota H, et al. Food-grade mulberry powder enriched with 1-deoxynojirimycin suppresses the elevation of postprandial blood glucose in humans. J Agric Food Chem 2007;55:5869-74. PubMed
  4. Huh HW, Na YG, Bang KH, et al. Extended intake of mulberry leaf extract delayed metformin elimination via inhibiting the organic cation transporter 2. Pharmaceutics. 2020;12(1):49. PubMed
  5. Thaipitakwong T, Supasyndh O, Rasmi Y, Aramwit P. A randomized controlled study of dose-finding, efficacy, and safety of mulberry leaves on glycemic profiles in obese persons with borderline diabetes. Complement Ther Med. 2020;49:102292. PubMed
  6. Thondre PS, Lightowler H, Ahlstrom L, Gallagher A. Mulberry leaf extract improves glycaemic response and insulaemic response to sucrose in healthy subjects: results of a randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled study. Nutr Metab (Lond) 2021;18(1):41. PubMed

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