Figwort + Progestin, Oral Contraceptive
Progestin, Oral Contraceptive brand name: Slynd.
We found no known interaction between Figwort and Progestin, Oral Contraceptive in our sources. Absence of a documented interaction is not the same as proven safety, and does not guarantee one does not exist. Do not start, stop, or change a medication or supplement based on this page; confirm with your pharmacist or doctor first.
Figwort and Progestin, Oral Contraceptive
We checked these two against our interaction database. Here is what we found.
No Known Interaction Found
We did not find a documented interaction between Progestin, Oral Contraceptive and Figwort in our sources. This does not guarantee that the combination is completely free of risk — there is often limited research on supplements and herbal products, especially around drug interactions.
If you decide to take both, the practical routine is simple: add one new thing at a time and note the date you started it. If the combination is going to disagree with you, it usually shows in the first days to a couple of weeks — and a start date turns “I’ve been feeling off” into something a pharmacist can actually work with. Do not stop a prescribed medicine on your own.
Always talk with your pharmacist or doctor before making changes to your medications or supplements, particularly if you take several medications or have an ongoing health condition.
Figwort safety at a glance
Safety guidance is general; always confirm with your pharmacist or doctor for your situation.
Why No Interaction Is Listed for Progestin, Oral Contraceptive
Interactions in our licensed database are recorded against drug classes, not just single drug names. Progestin, Oral Contraceptive is filed under 3 classifications — including cytochrome p450 3a4 (cyp3a4) substrates, oral drugs. Figwort has documented interactions with 2 drug classes — the most serious being diuretic drugs (moderate) and lithium (moderate) — and none of Progestin, Oral Contraceptive’s classifications are among them.
Classification data comes from our licensed Natural Medicines dataset. A medication can belong to classes beyond those recorded there, so this describes how the check was run — it is not a safety guarantee.
Figwort Does Interact With Other Medications
Figwort has 76 moderate known drug interactions in our database — Progestin, Oral Contraceptive isn’t one of them. If you take anything else, check it against the full list below.
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See Every Supplement That Interacts With Progestin, Oral Contraceptive
This page covers Figwort only. If you take other supplements — a multivitamin, a sleep aid, something for joints — the Progestin, Oral Contraceptive page lists 139 supplements it has a documented interaction with, worst first, each one explained.
The most serious there right now: Activated Charcoal (major), Grapefruit (major), St. John's Wort (major), Acacia Rigidula (moderate) and Adrafinil (moderate).
By severity: 3 major · 95 moderate · 41 minor.
From our pharmacist’s overview on the Progestin, Oral Contraceptive page
“If you take Slynd, a progestin-only birth control pill, treat this list with real care, because anything that lowers the hormone level can weaken protection against pregnancy. Slynd is cleared by the CYP3A4 enzyme, and nearly all 139 ingredients on file touch that pathway one way or another.”
Reviewed by 2 · Jul 18, 2026
Taking Figwort as Part of a Dietary Supplement Product? Check It for Interactions
We hold 147 real supplement products containing Figwort, each one broken down to its full ingredient list — and combination products often carry several ingredients besides Figwort. Even though Figwort itself has no known interaction with Progestin, Oral Contraceptive, another ingredient on your label might. Find your product and we’ll check every ingredient on its label:
Where Figwort and Progestin, Oral Contraceptive Sit Against Everything Else
Out of every supplement and medication people look up on HelloPharmacist, here is where these two land this week — and which way each has been moving.
#804 of 1,452 supplements looked up here in the last 7 days
#287 of 2,830 medications looked up here in the last 7 days
Position among everything looked up on this site, not a measure of how commonly either one is used or how important it is. A supplement can climb this list because of a news story. It counts every request to the page, automated ones included, and nothing here identifies anyone.
Where does our data come from?
- Source: the Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) clinical database — the evidence-graded professional reference for herb & supplement interactions.
- Citation library: 103,510 references behind our interaction content, 65,311 of them resolved to verified PubMed/DOI sources. See every Figwort reference on this page ↓
- Freshness: we automatically re-check this combination every week — this pair was last verified September 13, 2026. The Figwort and Progestin, Oral Contraceptive records this page draws on were last updated June 22, 2026.
- What “no known interaction” means: no documented interaction in the sources above — not a guarantee of safety. Supplements are studied far less than prescription drugs, so we say exactly what the evidence supports, and nothing more.
About Figwort
What is Figwort?
- Skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis
- Minor wounds and rashes
- Swelling and inflammation
- Mild constipation
- Traditional 'detox' or lymphatic support
Figwort is a traditional herb used mainly for skin problems and minor swelling, but solid human studies are lacking, so its benefits remain unproven. It is generally used short-term and topically, and people with heart conditions, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should avoid it until more is known.
Scrophularia nodosa · Scrophulariaceae · Aerial parts (leaves, stems, flowers) and sometimes the root · Tea, tincture, capsules, dried herb, topical creams or ointments
An interaction check asks whether these two react with each other — it does not ask whether Figwort is a good idea for someone in your situation. Here is what our Figwort record says about it on its own.
Figwort: dosing
There is no established standardized dose for figwort. Traditional use varies by the form (tea, tincture, capsule, or ointment) and by the product maker. Avoid using more than the label suggests, and do not use it for long periods without professional advice.
From our Figwort monograph — the full record covers uses, side effects and every documented interaction.
About Progestin-Only (drospirenone) Oral Contraceptives
What Is Progestin-Only (drospirenone) Oral Contraceptives Used For?
Brand name: Slynd
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Progestin-only (drospirenone) oral contraceptives are used to prevent pregnancy. Progestin is a female hormone. It works by preventing the release of eggs from the ovaries (ovulation) and changing the cervical mucus and the lining of the uterus. Progestin-only oral contraceptives are a very effective method of birth control, but they do not prevent the spread of of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV, the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome [AIDS]) and other sexually transmitted diseases.
Other Drugs & Figwort
Browse every other medication we’ve checked against Figwort — both the ones with a known interaction and the ones without. Select any drug for the full detail.
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76 interactions
- Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Trichlormethiazide ›
- Bendroflumethiazide ›
- Metolazone ›
- Spironolactone ›
- Acetazolamide ›
- Chlorthalidone ›
- Cyclothiazide ›
- Indapamide ›
- Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) ›
- Mannitol ›
- Methyclothiazide ›
- Torsemide ›
- Ammonium Chloride ›
- Benzthiazide ›
- Bumetanide ›
- Chlorothiazide ›
- Ethacrynic Acid ›
- Furosemide ›
- Hydroflumethiazide ›
- Methazolamide ›
- Polythiazide ›
- Quinethazone ›
- Theobromine ›
- Urea ›
- Hydrochlorothiazide, Triamterene ›
- Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Hydrochlorothiazide, Methyldopa ›
- Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine ›
- Hydrochlorothiazide, Spironolactone ›
- Acetaminophen, Pamabrom, Pyrilamine ›
- Atenolol, Chlortalidone ›
- Chlorothiazide, Methyldopa ›
- Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine ›
- Reserpine, Trichlormethiazide ›
- Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium ›
- Captopril, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Chlorthalidone, Clonidine ›
- Deserpidine, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Deserpidine, Methyclothiazide ›
- Furosemide, Potassium ›
- Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Hydrochlorothiazide, Lisinopril ›
- Hydroflumethiazide, Reserpine ›
- Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine ›
- Atenolol, Chlorthalidone ›
- Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone ›
- Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol ›
- Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina ›
- Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Bumetanide, Potassium ›
- Caffeine, Potassium Salicylate, Salicylamide ›
- Candesartan Cilexetil, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Chlorothiazide, Reserpine ›
- Cryptenamine, Methyclothiazide ›
- Enalapril Maleate, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Fosinopril, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Guanethidine, Hydrochlorothiazide ›
- Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan ›
Showing 60 of 76 moderate interactions — see all 76 on the Figwort page.
No interaction 2,753 drugs checked — show the list
We also checked Figwort against these medications and found no known interaction in our sources. Open any page to confirm.
- Apixaban ›
- Levothyroxine ›
- Amlodipine ›
- Methylphenidate ›
- Warfarin ›
- Sertraline ›
- Testosterone ›
- Losartan Potassium ›
- Metoprolol ›
- Aspirin ›
- Ivermectin ›
- Rivaroxaban ›
- Rosuvastatin ›
- Escitalopram ›
- Tadalafil ›
- Acetaminophen ›
- Clopidogrel ›
- Valacyclovir ›
- Atorvastatin ›
- Docusate ›
- Hydroxyurea ›
- Abemaciclib ›
- Methamphetamine ›
- Ibuprofen ›
- Sumatriptan ›
- Semaglutide ›
- Tirzepatide ›
- Warfarin Sodium ›
- Prednisone ›
- Propranolol ›
- Lisdexamfetamine ›
- Acyclovir ›
- Bupropion ›
- Metformin ›
- Amoxicillin ›
- Lisinopril ›
- Bendamustine ›
- Amitriptyline ›
- Doxycycline ›
- Lamotrigine ›
- Fluoxetine ›
- Methotrexate ›
- Acetaminophen, Codeine ›
- Gabapentin ›
- Amphetamine ›
- Pregabalin ›
- Isotretinoin ›
- Dextroamphetamine ›
- Azithromycin ›
- Clonazepam ›
- Quetiapine ›
- Omeprazole ›
- Amlodipine Besylate ›
- Methylene Blue ›
- Duloxetine ›
- Letrozole ›
- Buspirone ›
- Citalopram ›
- Ciprofloxacin ›
- Naproxen ›
Showing the 60 most looked-up of 2,753 medications checked with no known interaction — see the full Figwort list.
Figwort References
The 1 references that drive our Figwort monograph and interaction data, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Citations with a link open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
Medication overviews come from MedlinePlus (NIH); supplement label data from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists — see our data sources and editorial standards.
Taking Figwort and Progestin, Oral Contraceptive Together: Common Questions
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