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Dietary supplement

White Oak Bark Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by New Sun

Capsule Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

White Oak Bark is a dietary supplement by New Sun with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diarrhea, sore throat and mouth irritation, minor skin inflammation and wounds.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of White Oak Bark by New Sun

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: white oak bark. White oak has been used traditionally, though the specific roles and effects are not well established in the data we hold.

The capsule itself is an inactive ingredient — just the delivery method.

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 Oak product and its label doesn't state a use — see White Oak'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.

We don't have effectiveness ratings on file for white oak bark. The evidence for what it does isn't established in our data, so we can't tell you whether it works for any particular purpose.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient White Oak

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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 oak bark is generally used short-term. Its high tannin content can irritate the digestive tract, and it hasn't been well studied overall.

The safety data advises against use during pregnancy — there isn't enough information to know it's safe. Breastfeeding safety is also unknown, so it's best to avoid it while nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient White Oak

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Still, confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that it won't interfere with your specific medications.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

White oak Bark by New Sun has no documented drug interactions. If you're considering it, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first about whether it's right for you, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a sensitive stomach.

They can weigh the limited safety data against why you're thinking of taking 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 May 28, 2019.

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 Oak Bark, straight from the product label.

Brand New Sun
Barcode (UPC) 63-3
Net contents 100 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 28, 2019
DSLD ID 202170
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for White Oak Bark by New Sun, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
50
UPC/BARCODE
63-3
IngredientAmount% DV
White Oak950 mg--

Other ingredients: Capsule

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendation: As a dietary supplement, take two capsules with meals three times daily.

Precautions

Do not use if safety seal is missing or broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: If pregnant, nursing, taking any medications, or experiencing health issues, consult your doctor before use.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

General

Product No. 63-3 v6.0

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal supplement

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White Oak Bark by New Sun label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in White Oak Bark by New Sun

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container50 Amounts shown are per serving.

White Oak

No known
interactions
950 mg per serving

White oak bark is a traditional herbal remedy rich in tannins, used mostly as a tea or skin wash for diarrhea, sore throat, and minor skin problems. S...

White Oak monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

White Oak Bark by New Sun Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in White Oak Bark. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for White Oak Bark, from the product label.

New Sun

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Name
New Sun, Inc.
City
Hendersonville
State
NC
ZipCode
28792
Phone Number
(800) 544-0777
Web Address
mynewsun.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

White Oak Bark by New Sun: Common Questions

Does White Oak Bark by New Sun interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in White Oak Bark. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
White Oak Bark 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?
The safety data advises against white oak bark during pregnancy — there isn't enough information to know it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant or planning to be.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking this?
Breastfeeding safety with white oak bark is unknown, so it's best to avoid use while nursing. Your doctor or pharmacist can discuss alternatives or whether the benefit outweighs the unknown risk in your situation.
Will this irritate my stomach?
White oak bark contains high levels of tannins, which can irritate the digestive tract. It's meant to be used short-term, not long-term. If you have a sensitive stomach or digestive issues, check with your pharmacist first.
How much of this ingredient is in each capsule?
The product facts don't list the amount of white oak bark per capsule. Check the label on the bottle or contact the maker for the exact dose.

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The Full Monographs Behind White Oak Bark’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

White Oak Bark's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 2 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 Oak 2 references
  1. Herbs at a Glance — NIH NCCIH Source
  2. Herbs and Supplements — MedlinePlus Source

See these in context on the White Oak monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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