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Moringa Drug Interactions, Uses, Effectiveness, Safety & More

Medically reviewed by ·Updated July 2026
What is this page for?

First and foremost: how Moringa interacts with medications. The heart of this page is the interaction list — every drug Moringa is known to interact with, and how serious each one is.

But these pages have grown well beyond that into a full monograph — what Moringa is, what people use it for and how strong the evidence is, its safety and side effects, and answers to the questions we’re asked most — written and reviewed by the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases, not medical advice, and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

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Moringa Drug Interactions: The Bottom Line

From the HelloPharmacist Editorial Team · Updated July 2026

Based on the available evidence, the overall risk of a clinically significant Moringa drug interaction appears low for most people. None of the listed interactions are rated major, and nearly all rest on lab or animal research rather than confirmed effects in people.

Interactions deserving the most attention

The pairing most worth watching is with levothyroxine, since animal research suggests moringa leaf may blunt how the body converts thyroid hormone into its active form, which matters for a medicine dosed within a narrow range. People taking diabetes medications should also be aware that moringa lowered blood sugar in animal studies, though human results have been inconsistent. Beyond these, no interaction has strong human evidence behind it.

What the rest of the list means

Moringa's long interaction list comes mostly from theory, because lab studies suggest it might affect enzymes and transporters the body uses to process many medications. Those predicted effects have not been confirmed in people, and in one human study moringa did not change levels of nevirapine, an HIV medicine cleared partly by one of those enzymes. So the number of listed medications overstates the real-world concern for most combinations.

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Based on HelloPharmacist’s Moringa interaction data and reviewed under our editorial standards.

Interaction report

Drugs that interact with Moringa

869 medications have a known interaction with Moringa, graded by severity. Select any drug for the full evidence-based detail.

2,830 drugs
Ado-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interaction Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine drug page: uses, dosage & side effects
AbemaciclibVerzenio
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Abemaciclib interaction Abemaciclib drug page: uses, dosage & side effects
Abiraterone
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Abiraterone interaction Abiraterone drug page: uses, dosage & side effects
Abiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Abiraterone Acetate interaction Abiraterone Acetate drug page: uses, dosage & side effects
AcalabrutinibCalquence
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acalabrutinib interaction Acalabrutinib drug page: uses, dosage & side effects
Acetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interaction
Acetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interaction Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine drug page: uses, dosage & side effects
Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interaction
Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interaction
Acetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interaction
Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interaction
Acetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interaction
Acetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interaction
Acetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Cold Plus Cough, Tylenol Cold Ex Strength
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic GG
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylephrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS, Histex SR, Protid
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic, Rhinogesic JR
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlumadrine, Conex, Sinadrin Max Strength, Sinulin
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, OpiumHista-Derfule
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Opium interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, PhenyltoloxamineNorel Plus
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, Phenyltoloxamine interaction
Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PseudoephedrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS Liquid Gels, Children's Tylenol Cold, Codimal, Comtrex, Extra Strength Tylenol Allergy Sinus, Lorsin +3 more
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Pseudoephedrine interaction
Acetaminophen, DextromethorphanTylenol Cough Ex Strength
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan interaction
Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Doxylamine, PseudoephedrineVicks NyQuil
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Doxylamine, Pseudoephedrine interaction
Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, PhenylephrineConar-A
Moderate Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.

Read the full Moringa + Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine interaction
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What Severity, Likelihood & Evidence Mean

Severity — How Serious It Can Be

  • Major. Clinically significant; generally best avoided, or used only under direct professional supervision.
  • Moderate. May need monitoring, a dose adjustment, or separating the times you take each one.
  • Minor. Generally not clinically significant, but still worth noting and mentioning to your pharmacist.
  • No known interaction. Checked against our sources with nothing documented — not the same as proven safety.

Likelihood — How Well It’s Documented

  • Likely. Well-controlled human studies have demonstrated the likely existence of this interaction
  • Probable. Interaction has not been documented in well-controlled studies, however, the interaction has been demonstrated in some small human studies or in controlled animal studies in conjunction with multiple case reports.
  • Possible. Interaction has been documented in animal or in lab research, or the interaction has been documented in humans but is limited to case reports or conflicting clinical research exists
  • Unlikely. Interaction has been demonstrated in animal or in lab research but has been shown not to occur in humans.

Where This Data Comes From

  • Interaction records are evidence-graded and sourced from the Natural Medicines database (TRC Healthcare), the same reference used by pharmacists and hospitals.
  • Each drug listed above links to the full report for that exact Moringa combination — clinical detail, likelihood, evidence level, and citations.
  • Content is reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists — see our data sources and editorial standards.
The big picture

The kinds of drugs Moringa affects

Every type of medication (drug category) Moringa is known to interact with. Open any category for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

All 6 drug categories Moringa interacts with
Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) SubstratesLevothyroxine (synthroid, Others)P-glycoprotein SubstratesAntidiabetes DrugsCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) SubstratesNevirapine (viramune)
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Some in vitro research suggests that moringa inhibits cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). However, other in vitro research suggests that moringa extract induces CYP3A4 enzymes. A pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in the pharmacokinetics of nevirapine, which is partially metabolized by CYP3A4, when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)

Theoretically, moringa leaf can antagonize the effects of levothyroxine.
Animal research suggests that moringa aqueous leaf extract might reduce serum triiodothyronine (T3) concentrations by inhibiting the peripheral conversion of thyroxine (T4) to T3.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
P-Glycoprotein Substrates

Theoretically, moringa leaf extract might increase the levels and clinical effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa leaf extract inhibits renal P-glycoprotein transport activity. So far, this reaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, moringa might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Animal research shows that moringa can lower blood glucose levels. However, research in humans has not shown consistent blood glucose lowering effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa extract induces CYP1A2 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nevirapine (Viramune)

Moringa leaf is unlikely to have a clinically significant interaction with nevirapine.
Nevirapine is partially metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). In vitro evidence suggests that moringa inhibits CYP3A4. However, a pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in nevirapine pharmacokinetics when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Monograph

Moringa: Uses, Safety & Side Effects

Medically reviewed by · Reviewed July 2026 ·
The bottom line

Moringa is a nutrient-rich plant whose leaves are widely used as a food and supplement, especially in parts of the world where malnutrition is common. Early research hints at possible benefits for blood sugar, cholesterol, and inflammation, but the human evidence is limited and not strong enough to recommend it as a treatment. Talk with your pharmacist or doctor before using moringa, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medications.

Scientific name
Moringa oleifera
Family
Moringaceae
Part used
Leaves, seeds, seed pods, seed oil, bark, and roots
Common forms
Capsules, powder, tea, dried leaf, seed oil
People commonly use it for
  • Nutritional supplement
  • Blood sugar support
  • Cholesterol support
  • Inflammation
  • Skin conditions

Popular and traditional uses — not proof it works. See “Uses & effectiveness” below for the evidence.

Safety at a glance
OverallUse caution

Leaf products appear generally well tolerated as food, but high-quality safety data are limited.

PregnancyPossibly Safe

When the leaf is used orally during the second or third trimesters, short-term. Moringa leaf powder or extract 500 mg daily for up to 4 months has bee...

Read the full pregnancy detail
BreastfeedingPossibly Safe

When moringa leaf is used orally, short-term. Moringa leaf powder or extract 2 grams daily has been used during lactation with apparent safety for up...

Read the full breastfeeding detail

Pregnancy & breastfeeding ratings are from Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center). Safety guidance is general; always confirm with your pharmacist or doctor for your situation.

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Overview

Moringa (Moringa oleifera) is a fast-growing tree native to parts of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. It is now grown in many tropical and subtropical regions around the world.

Almost every part of the plant is used in some way. The leaves are highly nutritious and are commonly eaten as a vegetable or dried into a powder. The seeds, immature seed pods (sometimes called "drumsticks"), and seed oil are also used as food. People take moringa as capsules, powders, and teas, and the oil and leaf pastes are applied to the skin.

Because the leaves are rich in vitamins, minerals, and protein, moringa is often promoted as a way to fight malnutrition and as a general "superfood" supplement.

How it works

Moringa contains a mix of nutrients and plant compounds that may explain its proposed effects. These include vitamins (such as vitamin C and vitamin A precursors), minerals, protein, and antioxidant compounds like flavonoids and polyphenols.

In laboratory and animal studies, some moringa compounds appear to act as antioxidants, which means they may help reduce a type of cell stress. Other compounds, including substances called isothiocyanates, have shown anti-inflammatory and blood-sugar-lowering effects in early research.

It is important to remember that effects seen in test tubes or animals do not always happen in people. The way moringa works in the human body is still not fully understood.

Effectiveness

Does Moringa work?

Here’s what the research actually shows for each use — graded by Natural Medicines and reviewed by .

Evidence overview · 14 uses evaluated
14 Insufficient evidence
How to read these evidence grades

Natural Medicines’ 7-point scale. We show each rating’s label word-for-word.

1EffectiveStrong, consistent evidence it works.
2Likely EffectiveGood evidence, though not yet conclusive.
3Possibly EffectiveSome evidence suggests a benefit.
4Possibly IneffectiveSome evidence it may not help.
5Likely IneffectiveFairly strong evidence it doesn’t help.
6IneffectiveStrong evidence it doesn’t work.
7Insufficient Reliable Evidence to RateToo little research to say either way.

For Moringa, current evidence isn’t strong enough to rate any specific use. The conditions it has been studied for are listed below.

Also studied for 14 conditions — evidence insufficient to rate
Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Asthma
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa seed is beneficial in patients with asthma.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Athletic performance
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa leaf extract is beneficial for athletic performance.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Child growth
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa, taken during the second or third trimester or while breastfeeding, can improve infant growth.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Diabetes
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa leaf is beneficial in patients with diabetes; research is conflicting.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate HIV/AIDS
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa leaf is beneficial in patients with HIV; research is conflicting.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Hyperlipidemia
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa leaf is beneficial in patients with hyperlipidemia.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes)
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa leaf powder is beneficial for patients with prediabetes.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Iron deficiency anemia
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa leaf flour is beneficial for anemia during pregnancy.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Lactation
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

Small clinical studies suggest that oral moringa leaf may modestly increase breastmilk volume during the first week of lactation.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Malnutrition
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa leaf is beneficial for children with malnutrition.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Menopausal symptoms
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa leaf improves menopausal symptoms.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Obesity
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

Oral moringa leaf has only been evaluated in combination with other ingredients; its effect when used alone is unclear.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Oral leukoplakia
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if topical moringa leaf improves oral leukoplakia.

Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate Vitamin A deficiency
Rating & evidence shown verbatim from Natural Medicines

It is unclear if oral moringa leaf is beneficial in infants deficient in vitamin A.

Source & disclaimer. Effectiveness ratings and evidence summaries are provided by Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) and shown as licensed. Where Natural Medicines hasn’t rated a use, HelloPharmacist’s pharmacists may add their own reviewed rating and evidence (each such entry is labeled). This is educational information, not medical advice — talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting, stopping, or changing a supplement.

Safety & precautions

Moringa leaf, eaten as a food or taken as a supplement, appears to be reasonably well tolerated in the amounts normally used. However, high-quality long-term safety studies are limited.

The root and bark contain compounds that may be harmful and may affect the uterus. These parts should be avoided, especially during pregnancy.

Pregnancy: Avoid medicinal amounts of moringa. The root, bark, and flowers have traditionally been used to cause uterine contractions, and safety has not been established.

Breastfeeding: Moringa leaf is sometimes used to try to increase milk supply, but its safety for nursing infants has not been well studied. Use caution and check with your doctor first.

If you have a medical condition, take prescription medicines, or are planning surgery, talk with your pharmacist or doctor before using moringa.

Side effects

When taken in usual amounts, moringa leaf is generally well tolerated. Some people may notice mild stomach upset, gas, or diarrhea, especially with larger doses.

Because it may lower blood sugar, moringa could in theory cause blood sugar to drop too low in some people. The safety of very large or long-term doses is not well known.

Stop using moringa and seek medical care if you have signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, swelling, or trouble breathing.

Moringa: Reported Adverse Effects

Documented safety reports on Moringa from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database, shown word-for-word from the licensed record.

Orally and topically, moringa leaf and seed seem to be well tolerated. Orally, moringa root and root bark might be unsafe. However, a thorough evaluation of safety outcomes has not been conducted.

Most Common Adverse Effects:

Orally: Transient diarrhea.

Serious Adverse Effects (Rare):

Orally: Allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, have been reported.

Reports by condition
Diarrhea Gastrointestinal

Orally, moringa leaf powder can cause diarrhea. In a clinical trial, taking moringa leaf powder 8 grams daily resulted in transient diarrhea in 4 of 16 patients (25%).

  1. Taweerutchana R, Lumlerdkij N, Vannasaeng S, Akarasereenont P, Sriwijitkamol A. Effect of Moringa oleifera Leaf Capsules on Glycemic Control in Therapy-Naïve Type 2 Diabetes Patients: A Randomized Placebo Controlled Study. Evid Based Complement Alternat M
Traumatic oral ulcers Dermatologic

Orally, Stevens-Johnson syndrome has been linked to the consumption of moringa leaves. A 53-year-old male presented with fever and generalized maculopapular rash 14 hours after eating food containing moringa leaves. Painful oral ulcers developed by the next day. The patient also reported a similar episode of oral ulcers after eating food containing moringa leaves three months earlier. The patient was treated with oral prednisolone and omeprazole and recovered within two weeks. Researchers speculate that the immunomodulatory effects of moringa may have played a role in this reaction. There are also cases of fixed food eruption to moringa. In one case, suspected fixed food eruption occurred on the trunk and face of a 60-year-old female, reoccurring 8 hours after self reintroduction.

  1. Witharana EWRA, Wijetunga WMGASTB, Wijesinghe SKJ. Stevens - Johnson syndrome (SJS) following murunga leaf (Moringa oleifera) consumption. Ceylon Med J 2018;63(4):188-9.
  2. Amsler E, Mahevas T, Soria A, Barbaud A. Fixed food eruption to Moringa oleifera. Contact Dermatitis 2023;89(4):301-302.
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) Cardiovascular

Orally, a case of bilateral pulmonary embolism after a 5-month history of taking moringa leaf extract is reported in a 63-year-old female without other risks for venous thromboembolism. The patient recovered with standard anticoagulant treatment. Researchers speculate that possible procoagulant effects of moringa may have played a role in this event.

  1. Ebhohon E, Miller D. Moringa Oleifera leaf extract induced pulmonary embolism-a case report. Int J Emerg Med 2022;15(1):16.
DISCLAIMER: This tool is intended for informational purposes only, and should not be interpreted as specific medical advice. Patients should consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making decisions about therapies and/or health conditions.

Adverse-effects data: Natural Medicines, Therapeutic Research Center

Dosing

There is no well-established standard dose for moringa. Studies have used different forms and amounts, so it is hard to recommend a single dose.

If you choose to use a moringa supplement, follow the directions on the product label and do not exceed the recommended amount. Choose products from reputable brands, since supplements are not tightly regulated and quality can vary.

Because doses and product quality differ, it is best to check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting moringa, particularly if you have a health condition or take other medicines.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Moringa & Pregnancy

Possibly Safe

When the leaf is used orally during the second or third trimesters, short-term. Moringa leaf powder or extract 500 mg daily for up to 4 months has been used with apparent safety during the second and third trimesters. There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of using moringa leaf by mouth during the first trimester.

  1. Nur R, Demak IPK, Radhiah S, Rusydi M, Mantao E, Larasati RD. The effect of moringa leaf extracton increasing hemoglobin and bodyweight in post-disaster pregnant women. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:79-82.
  2. Sumiaty, Tahir A, Burhanuddin B, Nurhaedar J, Veni H. The effect of moringa leaves on pregnancy on growth and morbidity of 6-11 month. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:104-108.
  3. Ulmy MN, Tahir A, Arsunan AA, Burhanuddin B, Veni H. Effect of moringa leaves during pregnancy on growth and morbidity in 0-5 months. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:61-65.
  4. Basri H, Hadju V, Zulkifli A, Syam A, Indriasari R. Effect of Moringa oleifera supplementation during pregnancy on the prevention of stunted growth in children between the ages of 36 to 42 months. J Public Health Res 2021;10(2):2207.
Possibly Unsafe

When the root, bark, or flower are used orally. Traditionally, moringa root bark and gum from moringa trunk bark have been used to induce abortion. When taken orally along with black peppercorns to induce abortion, moringa root bark may cause fatality. Animal research shows that moringa flower can cause uterine contractions; however, this has not been assessed in humans. There is insufficient reliable information about the safety of using moringa seed during pregnancy; avoid using.

  1. Morton, J. F. The Horseradish Tree, Moringa Pterygosperma (Moringaceae) - a boon to arid lands? Economic Botany 1991;45:318-333.
  2. Singh D, Choudhury S, Singh TU, Garg SK. Pharmacodynamics of uterotonic effect of Moringa oleifera flowers extract. J Vet Pharmcol Toxicol 2008;7(1-2):12-15.

Moringa & Breastfeeding

Possibly Safe

When moringa leaf is used orally, short-term. Moringa leaf powder or extract 2 grams daily has been used during lactation with apparent safety for up to 4 months. There is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of using other parts of moringa during lactation; avoid using.

  1. Estrella M, Mantaring J, David G, Taup M. A double blind, randomised controlled trial on the use of malunggay (Moringa oleifera) for augmentation of the volume of breastmilk among non-nursing mothers of preterm infants. Philipp J Pediatr 2000;49:3-6.
  2. Espinosa-Kuo CL. A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Use of Malunggay (Moringa oleifera) for Augmentation of the Volume of Breastmilk Among Mothers of Term Infants. Filipino Family Physician. 2005;43(1):26-33.
  3. King JS, Raguindin PFN, Dans LF. Moringa oleifera (Malunggay) as a Galactagogue for Breastfeeding Mothers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Philipp J Pediatr 2013;61(2):34-42.
  4. Sumiaty, Tahir A, Burhanuddin B, Nurhaedar J, Veni H. The effect of moringa leaves on pregnancy on growth and morbidity of 6-11 month. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:104-108.
  5. Ulmy MN, Tahir A, Arsunan AA, Burhanuddin B, Veni H. Effect of moringa leaves during pregnancy on growth and morbidity in 0-5 months. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:61-65.
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Pregnancy & lactation ratings: Natural Medicines, Therapeutic Research Center

References & further reading

The 23 references that drive our Moringa 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.

  1. Kar A, Choudhary BK, Bandyopadhyay NG. Comparative evaluation of hypoglycaemic activity of some Indian medicinal plants in alloxan diabetic rats. J Ethnopharmacol 2003;84:105-8. PubMed
  2. Tahiliani P, Kar A. Role of Moringa oleifera leaf extract in the regulation of thyroid hormone status in adult male and female rats. Pharmacol Res 2000;41:319-23. PubMed
  3. Jaiswal D, Kumar Rai P, Kumar A, et al. Effect of Moringa oleifera Lam. leaves aqueous extract therapy on hyperglycemic rats. J Ethnopharmcol 2009;123:392-6. PubMed
  4. Bour S, Visentin V, Prevot D, et al. Effects of oral administration of benzylamine on glucose tolerance and lipid metabolism in rats. J Physiol Biochem 2005;61:371-9. PubMed
  5. Iffiu-Soltesz Z, Wanecq E, Lomba A, et al. Chronic benzylamine administration in the drinking water improves glucose tolerance, reduces body weight gain and circulating cholesterol in high-fat diet-fed mice. Pharmacol Res 2010;61:355-63. PubMed
  6. Monera TG, Wolfe AR, Maponga CC, et al. Moringa oleifera leaf extracts inhibit 6beta-hydroxylation of testosterone by CYP3A4. J Infect Dev Ctries 2008;2:379-83.
  7. Estrella M, Mantaring J, David G, Taup M. A double blind, randomised controlled trial on the use of malunggay (Moringa oleifera) for augmentation of the volume of breastmilk among non-nursing mothers of preterm infants. Philipp J Pediatr 2000;49:3-6.
  8. Morton, J. F. The Horseradish Tree, Moringa Pterygosperma (Moringaceae) - a boon to arid lands? Economic Botany 1991;45:318-333. DOI
  9. Espinosa-Kuo CL. A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Use of Malunggay (Moringa oleifera) for Augmentation of the Volume of Breastmilk Among Mothers of Term Infants. Filipino Family Physician. 2005;43(1):26-33.
  10. King JS, Raguindin PFN, Dans LF. Moringa oleifera (Malunggay) as a Galactagogue for Breastfeeding Mothers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Philipp J Pediatr 2013;61(2):34-42.
  11. Singh D, Choudhury S, Singh TU, Garg SK. Pharmacodynamics of uterotonic effect of Moringa oleifera flowers extract. J Vet Pharmcol Toxicol 2008;7(1-2):12-15.
  12. William F, Lakshminarayanan S, Chegu H. Effect of some Indian vegetables on the glucose and insulin response in diabetic subjects. International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition 1993;44(3): 191-195. DOI: 10.3109/09637489309017439 DOI
  13. Monera-Penduka TG, Maponga CC, Wolfe AR, Wiesner L, Morse GD, Nhachi CF. Effect of Moringa oleifera Lam. leaf powder on the pharmacokinetics of nevirapine in HIV-infected adults: a one sequence cross-over study. AIDS Res Ther. 2017;14:12. doi: 10.1186/s1 PubMed
  14. Witharana EWRA, Wijetunga WMGASTB, Wijesinghe SKJ. Stevens - Johnson syndrome (SJS) following murunga leaf (Moringa oleifera) consumption. Ceylon Med J 2018;63(4):188-9.
  15. Nur R, Demak IPK, Radhiah S, Rusydi M, Mantao E, Larasati RD. The effect of moringa leaf extracton increasing hemoglobin and bodyweight in post-disaster pregnant women. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:79-82. DOI
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Moringa: Common Questions

What is Moringa used for, and does it work?
People use Moringa for a range of reasons, but according to the Natural Medicines database the current clinical evidence is insufficient to confirm it works for the specific conditions it has been studied for. See the graded list on this page, and talk to your pharmacist or doctor before relying on it for any condition.
Does Moringa interact with prescription medications?
Yes. We list 869 medications with a known interaction with Moringa. Use the checker above to see how Moringa interacts with a specific drug.
How are Moringa interactions rated?
Each interaction is graded major, moderate, or minor based on how clinically significant it is and the strength of the evidence behind it. Major interactions are the most serious and are best avoided, or used only under close professional supervision.
Is it safe to take Moringa with my medications?
It depends on the specific medication. Some combinations are fine, while others call for monitoring, timing changes, or should be avoided. Check your exact drug above and confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before starting, stopping, or changing anything.
Where does this Moringa interaction information come from?
Our interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database — an evidence-graded reference for vitamins, herbs, and supplements — and is reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists, who may add clinical context.
What is Moringa used for?
Moringa leaves are mainly used as a nutritious food and supplement. People also take it for blood sugar, cholesterol, inflammation, and skin care, though the scientific evidence for most of these uses is limited.
Is Moringa safe to take every day?
Moringa leaf eaten as a food or in supplement amounts appears generally well tolerated, but long-term safety has not been well studied. Stick to recommended amounts and check with your pharmacist if you plan to take it regularly.
Can I take Moringa while pregnant or breastfeeding?
It is best to avoid medicinal amounts during pregnancy, since the root and bark may affect the uterus. For breastfeeding, use caution because the safety for infants has not been well studied; talk to your doctor first.
Does Moringa really work as a 'superfood'?
Moringa leaves are genuinely rich in vitamins, minerals, and protein, which makes them a valuable food, especially where malnutrition is common. But being nutritious does not mean it cures or treats diseases, and that has not been proven.

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