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Milk Thistle & Picrorhiza

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 50% of ingredients have research evidence
A Label Compliance Grade

What the Evidence Says

AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · methodology

Milk thistle and Picrorhiza kurrooa are traditionally used to support liver function. Research provides moderate evidence for the hepatoprotective properties of milk thistle, while evidence for Picrorhiza kurrooa remains more limited. Both ingredients are generally well-tolerated with a high safety profile.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

Label

Product Label

Label for Milk Thistle & Picrorhiza
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Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
Botanical
Product Type
50%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Market median: 250.0mg (562 products) 55 studies (A:0, B:19)
Picrorhiza kurrooa root extract
200 mg

Other Ingredients

Cellulose Magnesium Stearate Corn Starch Chlorophyllin
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule daily.

Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.

Warnings & Precautions

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

WARNING: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Formulation Notes

No Sugar, No Artificial Colors, No Artificial Flavors, No Wheat, No Gluten, No Soy, No Dairy, Yeast Free.

Vegetarian Standardized Extract Blend

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry place.

CODE 183604 EOG

Supports Optimal Liver Health

Potency verified by GNC procedure #5327. Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration.

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 48107 12838 8
DSLD Entry Date2014-10-10
Product TypeBotanical
FormCapsule
DSLD ID35915
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

69
Research Sources
55
Avg Quality
34
Meta Analysis
26
Systematic Review
5
Rct
3
Clinical Trial
1
Openfda Safety
A Silymarin for adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2025 PubMed DOI
B Evaluation of the effect of herbal agents as management of radiodermatitis in breast cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Japan journal of nursing science : JJNS 2024 PubMed DOI
B Efficacy of different interventions for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A meta-analysis of lifestyle modifications, silymarin, and medications
Meta Analysis Asia Pacific journal of clinical nutrition 2025 PubMed DOI
B Milk thistle for alcoholic and/or hepatitis B or C virus liver diseases
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2007 PubMed
B Pharmacotherapy for trichotillomania
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
B Effects berberine-silymarin on liver enzymes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis Clinical nutrition ESPEN 2022 PubMed DOI
B Efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine combined with Silibinin on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A meta-analysis and systematic review
Meta Analysis Medicine 2024 PubMed DOI
B Are alterations needed in Silybum marianum (Silymarin) administration practices? A novel outlook and meta-analysis on randomized trials targeting liver injury
Meta Analysis BMC complementary medicine and therapies 2025 PubMed DOI
B The therapeutic effects of silymarin for patients with glucose/lipid metabolic dysfunction: A meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Medicine 2020 PubMed DOI
B Administration of silymarin in NAFLD/NASH: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Annals of hepatology 2024 PubMed DOI
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