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Yellow Dock Root Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Gaia Herbs

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Liquid Category: Botanical With Nutrients
Most serious interaction: Major
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Yellow Dock Root 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Major

Yellow Dock Root is a dietary supplement by Gaia Herbs with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for constipation, digestive support, skin conditions.Based on those ingredients, 78 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Yellow Dock root extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Yellow Dock Root by Gaia 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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 3 active ingredients.

This liquid contains 3 ingredients: water, yellow dock root extract, and 45–55% pure grain alcohol as a preservative. Yellow dock is a plant root traditionally used for its laxative properties — it contains compounds called anthraquinones that stimulate bowel movement.

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 Yellow Dock product and its label doesn't state a use — see Yellow Dock'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 hold effectiveness data for yellow dock in our monograph, so we can't tell you whether it works for any particular condition. If you're considering it for a specific purpose, that's worth discussing with your doctor or pharmacist.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Yellow Dock

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.

Yellow dock is generally well tolerated when properly prepared and used short-term. It does act as a laxative and contains oxalates, so short-term, careful use is advised.

The safety data shows it's possibly unsafe in pregnancy — the laxative effect and lack of robust safety evidence both raise concern. Laxative compounds may pass into breast milk, so it's possibly unsafe while nursing.

Raw leaves or rhizomes are unsafe and can cause low blood calcium, kidney stones, and vomiting. Large amounts can trigger skin reactions and, very rarely, serious effects involving the lungs.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Yellow Dock

Meds to double-check

Major interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Major identified

At least one ingredient has a documented Major-severity interaction. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Yellow Dock.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; heart-rhythm medications.
  • For scale: 78 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 with your doctor or pharmacist before using this if you take diuretic drugs (water pills) or digoxin — these are Major severity interactions involving low potassium. Also flag it if you take warfarin or other blood thinners, where the laxative effect raises bleeding risk (Moderate severity).

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Yellow Dock Root is mainly a concern if you take diuretics, digoxin, or warfarin — those interactions are serious enough to need a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist before you start. It's also not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

If none of those apply to you, talk it over with your own healthcare provider to make sure it's right for your situation.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 21, 2012.

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 Yellow Dock Root, straight from the product label.

Brand Gaia Herbs
Barcode (UPC) 751063312929
Net contents 4 fl. Oz.; 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 21, 2012
DSLD ID 16553
Product type Botanical With Nutrients
Supplement form Liquid
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 Yellow Dock Root by Gaia 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:
1 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1.33 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
751063312929
IngredientAmount% DV
Water0 NP--
Yellow Dock root extract0 NP--
45-55% Pure Grain Alcohol0 NP--

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use Take 30-40 drops of extract in a small amount of water 3-4 times daily between meals. Shake well before using.

Precautions

Not to be used during pregnancy or lactation. If you have a medical condition or take pharmaceutical drugs, please consult with your doctor before use.

Keep away from children.

Use only as directed on label. Safety sealed for your protection.

General Statements

Liquid Herbal Extract

333 mg/ml herb equivalency

General

[02] 1093-0910

FDA Statement of Identity

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

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Yellow Dock Root by Gaia Herbs label

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Yellow Dock Root label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Yellow Dock Root by Gaia Herbs

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Water

0 NP per serving

Yellow Dock root extract

Interacts with
78 drugs
0 NP per serving

Yellow dock is a traditional herb used mostly as a mild laxative and a digestive and skin tonic. Good-quality human studies are lacking, so its benefi...

Yellow Dock root extract monograph & interactions

45-55% Pure Grain Alcohol

0 NP per serving
Interaction report

Yellow Dock Root by Gaia Herbs Drug Interactions

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78Drugs
76 Major 2 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Yellow Dock root extract 78

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Yellow Dock Root interact with 78 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 3 ingredients in Yellow Dock Root interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Yellow Dock root extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Yellow Dock Root 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.

Yellow Dock root extract3 drug types · 78 drugs

Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of digoxin toxicity when used long-term or in large amount.
When yellow dock is used chronically or in large amounts, hypokalemia may occur. This might increase the toxic effects of digoxin.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, yellow dock might increase the risk of hypokalemia when taken with diuretics.
When yellow dock is used chronically or in large amounts, hypokalemia may occur, and overuse of yellow dock might compound diuretic-induced potassium loss.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, the laxative effects of yellow dock might increase the effects of warfarin, including the risk of bleeding.
The anthraquinones in yellow dock have a mild stimulant laxative effect. Consuming excessive amounts can cause diarrhea. Diarrhea can increase the effects of warfarin, increase international normalized ratio (INR), and increase the risk of bleeding.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Yellow Dock root extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Yellow Dock Root, from the product label.

Gaia Herbs

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Web Address
GaiaHerbs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Yellow Dock Root by Gaia Herbs: Common Questions

Does Yellow Dock Root by Gaia Herbs interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Yellow Dock Root has a known interaction with 78 medications, including 76 rated major. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Yellow Dock Root contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 if I'm pregnant or nursing?
The safety data marks yellow dock as possibly unsafe in both pregnancy and lactation. Laxative compounds can pass into breast milk, and pregnancy lacks robust safety evidence. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it.
What's the grain alcohol in this for?
It's a preservative that keeps the liquid stable. It makes up 45–55% of the formula.
Is yellow dock safe to use long-term?
The safety data advises short-term use with care. Yellow dock contains oxalates and acts as a laxative, so it's not meant to be taken indefinitely. Your doctor or pharmacist can advise you on how long is safe for your situation.
Can I use the raw plant instead of this extract?
No — raw yellow dock leaves or rhizomes are unsafe. They can cause low blood calcium, kidney stones, and vomiting. This product uses a prepared extract, which is safer when used properly.
What should I watch for if I take this?
Since yellow dock is a laxative, expect changes in bowel habits. If you notice skin reactions, unusual muscle weakness, or signs of low potassium (like irregular heartbeat or fatigue), stop and contact your healthcare provider right away.

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The Full Monographs Behind Yellow Dock Root’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Yellow Dock

Interacts with 78 drugs

Yellow dock is a traditional herb used mostly as a mild laxative and a digestive and skin tonic. Good-quality human studies are lacking, so its benefits are largely unproven, and its natural...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Yellow Dock Root'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 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.

Yellow Dock 8 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs and Related Remedies. 3rd ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1993.
  3. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  4. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  5. Ellenhorn MJ, et al. Ellenhorn's Medical Toxicology: Diagnoses and Treatment of Human Poisoning. 2nd ed. Baltimore, MD: Williams & Wilkins, 1997.
  6. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  7. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  8. Latif A, Fichadiya H, Abid F, Capo G. Herbal Teas and Thrombocytopenia: A Curious Case of Yellow Dock and Burdock-Induced Thrombocytopenia. Eur J Case Rep Intern Med 2022;9(3):003247. PubMed

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