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Wild Siberian Chaga Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs

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

Wild Siberian Chaga is a dietary supplement by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, antioxidant support, general wellness/tonic.Based on those ingredients, 327 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Chaga Fruiting Body Extract, Wild. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Wild Siberian Chaga by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs

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: chaga fruiting body extract sourced from wild Siberian mushrooms. The liquid formulation also includes water and grain alcohol as inactive ingredients.

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

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: supports glowing health and healthy aging.
  • We looked for evidence on: immune support, antioxidant support, inflammation.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence we hold on chaga is limited. For cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and COVID-19, there isn't enough reliable evidence to establish whether this ingredient works for these uses.

If you're considering it for a specific health goal, it's worth talking with your pharmacist or doctor about what the research does and doesn't show.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Chaga

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.

Chaga is generally used in foods and teas, but human safety data are limited and some risks have been reported. A small number of cases of kidney failure and kidney inflammation have been tied to very high chaga intake, which concentrates a compound called oxalate — something to be aware of if you have kidney concerns.

There isn't enough safety information to recommend chaga during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid it during these times.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Chaga

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 — Chaga.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 327 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 you take this, check whether you use a blood thinner or antiplatelet drug (Moderate risk of increased bleeding), an immunosuppressant (Moderate risk of interference), or a diabetes medication (Moderate risk of low blood sugar). Look up your exact medications using the checker below.

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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.

This is a straightforward single-ingredient chaga extract. If you're on a blood thinner, diabetes medication, or any immune-suppressing drug, check your medications against the tool on this page before starting.

If you're pregnant, nursing, or have kidney issues, talk with your pharmacist first.

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 Wild Siberian Chaga, straight from the product label.

Brand Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs
Barcode (UPC) 679372000224
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2024
DSLD ID 316663
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
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 Wild Siberian Chaga by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs, 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:
2.25 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
9 mL
Servings per container
27
UPC/BARCODE
679372000224
IngredientAmount% DV
Chaga Fruiting Body Extract, Wild2.25 mL--

Other ingredients: Water, Grain Alcohol

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Label statements
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Formula

Chaga is one of the great tonic mushrooms. The finest quality Chaga in the world comes from Siberia, where it attained the name "Chaga" and gained its reputation as an herb that supports glowing glowing health and healthy-aging. True Chaga grows on Siberian birch trees and are at least 10 years old when collected from the wild forest. Dragon Herbs Wild Siberian Chaga is made 100% from the true Siberian Chaga. The Chaga mushrooms are extracted using precise scientifically validated parameters that optimizes potency. No finer Chaga supplement exists.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Seals/Symbols

Certified Di Tao Authentic Source

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formulation

Dragon Drops Super Potency Extract

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: 3-12 squirts per day as desired or as directed by a health practitioner. Shake well before use. A squirt is a single full squeeze of the rubber bulb.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

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Wild Siberian Chaga by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Wild Siberian Chaga by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs

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

Serving size2.25 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container27 Amounts shown are per serving.

Chaga Fruiting Body Extract, Wild

Interacts with
327 drugs
2.25 mL per serving

Chaga is a fungus that grows mostly on birch trees and is used as a tea or supplement, mainly for immune and antioxidant support. Human evidence for i...

Chaga Fruiting Body Extract, Wild monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Wild Siberian Chaga by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs Drug Interactions

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327Drugs
327 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Wild Siberian Chaga 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.

Chaga Fruiting Body Extract, Wild3 drug types · 327 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, chaga may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that chaga extract can inhibit platelet aggregation. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking chaga with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that chaga might decrease blood glucose levels and increase insulin levels. This has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, chaga might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
In vitro research suggests that certain constituents of chaga stimulate immune function. This has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Wild Siberian Chaga, from the product label.

Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs

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Name
Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs
Street Address
P.O. Box 361459
City
Los Angeles
State
CA
ZipCode
90036
Phone Number
(888) 558-6642
Web Address
www.dragonherbs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Wild Siberian Chaga by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs: Common Questions

Does Wild Siberian Chaga by Ron Teeguarden's Dragon Herbs interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Wild Siberian Chaga has a known interaction with 327 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Wild Siberian Chaga 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.
Is chaga safe to take while I'm pregnant?
There isn't enough safety information to recommend it during pregnancy. It's best to avoid this product and talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it.
Can I take chaga while breastfeeding?
No — there isn't enough safety information, and it's best to avoid it while nursing. Check with your pharmacist or doctor if you have questions about what's safe for you.
What is chaga and what's it supposed to do?
Chaga is a mushroom extract used traditionally in teas and foods. This product claims to support cardiovascular and metabolic health, but the evidence we hold is insufficient to confirm whether it works for these purposes.
Are there side effects?
Human safety data are limited, but there have been rare reports of kidney failure and kidney inflammation tied to very high chaga intake due to its oxalate content — something to keep in mind if you have kidney problems.
Does chaga lower blood sugar?
Animal research suggests it might, but this hasn't been seen in people. If you take diabetes medication, this is a reason to check your specific drugs with the tool on this page before starting chaga.

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The Full Monographs Behind Wild Siberian Chaga’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Wild Siberian Chaga'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 9 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.

Chaga 9 references
  1. Sun JE, Ao ZH, Lu ZM, et al. Antihyperglycemic and antilipidperoxidative effects of dry matter of culture broth of Inonotus obliquus in submerged culture on normal and alloxan-diabetes mice. J Ethnopharmacol 2008;118(1):7-13. PubMed
  2. Hyun KW, Jeong SC, Lee DH, et al. Isolation and characterization of a novel platelet aggregation inhibitory peptide from the medicinal mushroom, Inonotus obliquus. Peptides 2006;27(6):1173-8. PubMed
  3. Kim YO, Han SB, Lee HW, et al. Immuno-stimulating effect of the endo-polysaccharide produced by submerged culture of Inonotus obliquus. Life Sci 2005;77(19):2438-56. PubMed
  4. Kikuchi Y, Seta K, Ogawa Y, et al. Chaga mushroom-induced oxalate nephropathy. Clin Nephrol 2014;81(6):440-4. PubMed
  5. Lee S, Lee HY, Park Y, et al. Development of end stage renal disease after long-term ingestion of chaga mushroom: case report and review of literature. J Korean Med Sci. 2020;35(19):e122.
  6. Kwon O, Kim Y, Paek JH, et al. Chaga mushroom-induced oxalate nephropathy that clinically manifested as nephrotic syndrome: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022;101(10):e28997. PubMed
  7. Su L, Xin C, Yang J, et al. A polysaccharide from Inonotus obliquus ameliorates intestinal barrier dysfunction in mice with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Int J Biol Macromol 2022;214:312-323. PubMed
  8. Chen S, Ma Y, Li H, et al. Anti-diabetic e?ects of Inonotus obliquus extract in high fat diet combined streptozotocin-induced type 2 diabetic mice. Nutr Hosp 2022;39(6):1256-1263. PubMed
  9. Ye X, Wu K, Xu L, et al. Methanol extract of Inonotus obliquus improves type 2 diabetes mellitus through modifying intestinal flora. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2023;13:1103972. PubMed

See these in context on the Chaga monograph →

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