Ingredients | Amount Per Serving |
---|---|
Calories
|
0 Calorie(s) |
All Herbal Ingredients
|
|
(Hibiscus )
(flower)
(Organic, 72% Fair trade certified by dry weight)
|
1260 mg |
Proprietary Blend
|
490 mg |
(leaf)
(Organic)
|
|
(leaf)
(Organic)
|
Below is general information about the effectiveness of the known ingredients contained in the product Organic Hibiscus. Some ingredients may not be listed. This information does NOT represent a recommendation for or a test of this specific product as a whole.
There is insufficient reliable information available about the effectiveness of blackberry.
INSUFFICIENT RELIABLE EVIDENCE to RATE
INSUFFICIENT RELIABLE EVIDENCE to RATE
Below is general information about the safety of the known ingredients contained in the product Organic Hibiscus. Some ingredients may not be listed. This information does NOT represent a recommendation for or a test of this specific product as a whole.
LIKELY SAFE ...when the fruit is used orally in amounts commonly found in foods (4912). There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of blackberry fruit or leaf when used in medicinal amounts.
PREGNANCY AND LACTATION:
Insufficient reliable information available; avoid using in amounts greater than those found in foods.
LIKELY SAFE ...when used orally in amounts commonly found in foods. Hibiscus sabdariffa has Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status for use in foods in the US (4912).
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when used orally and appropriately in medicinal amounts. Hibiscus sabdariffa tea has been safely consumed in amounts of up to 720 mL daily for up to 6 weeks (16894,93805,93814). Hibiscus sabdariffa extracts, including a specific Hibiscus sabdariffa leaf extract (Green Chem), have also been safely used in doses of up to 1000 mg daily for up to 90 days (17415,54989,93805,93809,105307).
CHILDREN: POSSIBLY SAFE
when used orally and appropriately.
Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx powder has been used with apparent safety at a dose of 2 grams three times daily for 4 weeks by adolescents aged 12-18 years (93816).
PREGNANCY: POSSIBLY UNSAFE
when used orally.
Hibiscus sabdariffa is thought to be a menstrual stimulant, and might have abortifacient effects (19).
LACTATION: POSSIBLY UNSAFE
when used orally in large amounts.
Animal research found that administering large doses of Hibiscus sabdariffa during lactation decreases food and water intake during pregnancy and delays puberty in offspring (93810); however, this has not been assessed in humans.
LIKELY SAFE ...when used orally in amounts commonly found in foods. Lemongrass has Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status in the US (4912).
POSSIBLY SAFE ...when used orally or topically, short-term for medicinal purposes. Dried leaves of lemongrass or lemongrass essential oil have been safely used in studies lasting up to 2 weeks (6,12,2612,93950). ...when the essential oil of lemongrass is used by inhalation as a component of aromatherapy (2612).
PREGNANCY: LIKELY UNSAFE
when used orally.
Lemongrass seems to have uterine and menstrual flow stimulating effects (12); avoid using.
LACTATION:
Insufficient reliable information available; avoid using.
Below is general information about the interactions of the known ingredients contained in the product Organic Hibiscus. Some ingredients may not be listed. This information does NOT represent a recommendation for or a test of this specific product as a whole.
Theoretically, taking Hibiscus sabdariffa with acetaminophen might decrease the clinical effects of acetaminophen.
Details
There is some evidence that consuming a Hibiscus sabdariffa beverage (Zobo drink) before taking acetaminophen can decrease the elimination half-life of acetaminophen. Hibiscus sabdariffa does not seem to decrease maximum concentration or area under the curve of acetaminophen (12184). The clinical significance of this is unknown.
|
Theoretically, taking Hibiscus sabdariffa with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Details
|
Theoretically, taking Hibiscus sabdariffa with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Details
|
Taking Hibiscus sabdariffa tea along with chloroquine seems to reduce levels of chloroquine.
Details
When taken together, Hibiscus sabdariffa tea significantly reduces the bioavailability of chloroquine (55004). This may reduce its clinical effects. People taking chloroquine for the treatment or prevention of malaria should avoid Hibiscus sabdariffa tea.
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa extract might reduce the metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates.
Details
In vitro research shows that Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract inhibits CYP1A2 (93811). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa extract might reduce the metabolism of CYP2A6 substrates.
Details
In vitro research shows that Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract inhibits CYP2A6 (93811). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa extract might reduce the metabolism of CYP2B6 substrates.
Details
In vitro research shows that Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract inhibits CYP2B6 (93811). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa extract might reduce the metabolism of CYP2C19 substrates.
Details
In vitro research shows that Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract inhibits CYP2C19 (93811). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa might reduce the metabolism of CYP2C8 substrates.
Details
In vitro research shows that Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract inhibits CYP2C8 (93811). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa extract might reduce the metabolism of CYP2C9 substrates.
Details
In vitro research shows that Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract inhibits CYP2C9 (93811). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa extract might reduce the metabolism of CYP2D6 substrates.
Details
In vitro research shows that Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract inhibits CYP2D6 (93811). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa extract might reduce the metabolism of CYP2E1 substrates.
Details
In vitro research shows that Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract inhibits CYP2E1 (93811). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa extract might reduce the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Details
In vitro research shows that Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract inhibits CYP3A4 (93811). This interaction has not been reported in humans.
|
Taking Hibiscus sabdariffa with diclofenac may increase the levels and adverse effects of diclofenac.
Details
Pharmacokinetic research in humans shows that drinking a beverage made with Hibiscus sabdariffa flowers reduces the excretion of diclofenac by approximately 38% when compared with water. The clinical significance of this is unknown (101726).
|
Theoretically, Hibiscus sabdariffa might increase the levels and clinical effects of losartan.
Details
Animal research in rats with laboratory-induced hypertension shows that providing Hibiscus sabdariffa for 14-17 days prior to a single administration with losartan modestly increases losartan concentrations and increases hypotensive effects when compared with a single administration of losartan alone (102459). It is not clear if Hibiscus sabdariffa alters the concentration or effects of losartan when taken continuously. Additionally, this interaction has not been shown in humans.
|
Taking Hibiscus sabdariffa with simvastatin might reduce the levels and clinical effects of simvastatin.
Details
A pharmacokinetic study in humans shows that taking a beverage prepared with dried Hibiscus sabdariffa flower 300 grams concurrently with a single dose of simvastatin 40 mg increases the clearance of simvastatin by about 45% and reduces peak levels of simvastatin by 18% (96270).
|
Theoretically, lemongrass might decrease the metabolism of CYP1A1 substrates.
Details
Animal research shows that lemongrass and its constituent citral inhibit CYP1A1 (97051).
|
Theoretically, lemongrass might decrease the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Details
Animal research shows that lemongrass and its constituent citral inhibit CYP3A4 (97051).
|
Theoretically, lemongrass might increase the clearance and decrease the levels of glucuronidated drugs.
Details
Animal research shows that lemongrass and its constituent citral induce uridine diphosphoglucuronosyl transferase (UGT), the major phase 2 enzyme that is responsible for glucuronidation (97051).
|
Theoretically, lemongrass might increase the effects and adverse effects of pentobarbital.
Details
Animal research shows that high doses of lemongrass essential oil increases sleep time and decreases time to fall asleep in animals administered pentobarbital.
|
Below is general information about the adverse effects of the known ingredients contained in the product Organic Hibiscus. Some ingredients may not be listed. This information does NOT represent a recommendation for or a test of this specific product as a whole.
General ...Blackberry fruit is commonly consumed as a food without reports of adverse effects. However, a thorough evaluation of safety outcomes for blackberry when used as a medicine has not been conducted.
General ...Orally, Hibiscus sabdariffa is generally well tolerated.
Gastrointestinal ...Orally, taking a specific Hibiscus sabdariffa leaf extract (Green Chem) 1 gram daily has been associated with reports of transient gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal distention, flatulence, and epigastric pain in one clinical trial. However, the overall rate of these adverse effects was similar to placebo (17415). Taking Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract 6 grams daily has been associated with single cases of nausea in one clinical trial (55000). Taking Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx powder 6 grams daily has been associated with reports of mild and transient constipation in one clinical trial (93816). Taking 0.5-1 liters of tea daily, made by steeping 10-15 grams of dried Hibiscus sabdariffa calyces, has been associated with one report of stomach pain in one clinical trial (101733).
Genitourinary ...Orally, taking Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract 6 grams daily has been associated with one report of dysuria in one clinical trial (55000).
Neurologic/CNS ...Orally, taking Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract 3 grams daily has been associated with one report of tremor and headache in one clinical trial (55000).
Ocular/Otic ...Orally, taking Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx extract 3 grams daily has been associated with one report of tinnitus in one clinical trial (55000).
Pulmonary/Respiratory ...Taking 0. 5-1 liters of tea daily, made by steeping 10, 15, or 20 grams of dried Hibiscus sabdariffa calyces, has been associated with two reports of dyspnea in one clinical trial. A clear association with Hibiscus sabdariffa could not be made (101733).
General
...Lemongrass is generally well tolerated when taken orally, applied topically, or inhaled as aromatherapy.
Most Common Adverse Effects:
Topically: Allergic reactions, irritation, rash.
Serious Adverse Effects (Rare):
Inhalation: Toxic alveolitis.
Dermatologic ...Topical use of lemongrass essential oil has caused a rash or irritation, possibly due to an allergic reaction (59513,59517,59567,59500). However, allergic reactions to topical use of lemongrass essential oil are rare (2,18).
Pulmonary/Respiratory ...There have been two cases of toxic alveolitis associated with inhalation of an unknown quantity of lemongrass essential oil (2).