Is Swanson Elderberry Extract Syrup safe while breastfeeding?

Grade A. 2 Safe, 3 Caution, 0 Avoid. No major safety flags.

Clarity Product Analysis

Swanson

Elderberry Extract Syrup

Name: Elderberry Extract Syrup
Brand: Swanson

All clear5 of 13 ingredients checked · 0 flagged · 5 clear

No safety flags identified

5Checked

AGrade

2Safe

3Flagged

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Full ingredient analysis

Ingredient	Status	Evidence	Notes
Added Sugars	Not in DB
Calories	Not in DB
Cellulose Gum	Not in DB
Citric Acid	Safe	Gold	DAO: Low
Cranberry Juice, Powder	Not in DB
Elderberry	Safe	Gold	Histamine: Medium. Cycle: Luteal
Elderberry Fruit Extract	Safe	Gold	Histamine: Medium. Cycle: Luteal
Glycerin	Safe	Gold	Histamine: N/A
Natural Flavors	Emerging	Gold	Caution advised due to potential sensitivity.
Red Raspberry	Not in DB
Total Carbohydrates	Not in DB
Total Sugars	Not in DB
Water, Deionized	Not in DB

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According to the Clarity Ingredient Safety Database by Health AI. 5 of 13 ingredients verified against 1,595 evidence-graded entries. Last verified: April 2026. Database version 4.2. Check this product live →

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This product contains no Avoid-rated ingredients. Caution items indicate areas to monitor.

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1,595 ingredients. 20+ safety dimensions. Evidence-graded.

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Product analysis by Clarity (Health AI). Based on published evidence for breastfeeding, pregnancy, and general safety. Not medical advice. Formulations may change; verify current ingredients on the label.

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