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Avocado Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Avocado is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart and cholesterol health, osteoarthritis (as asu), general nutrition and healthy fats.Based on those ingredients, 2 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Avocado Seed Extract, Dry. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Avocado by Herbal Terra

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: Avocado Seed Extract in a dried form. The liquid also holds alcohol, water, and glycerin as inactive ingredients to deliver the extract.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Avocado's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Avocado for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Hypercholesterolemia — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence supports avocado for high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) — it's rated possibly effective for that use based on available research. For metabolic syndrome, aging skin, and obesity, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to know whether avocado works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Avocado

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Avocado as a food is widely eaten and generally well tolerated — clinical research on the extract itself has shown good tolerability when taken by mouth. That said, concentrated supplements and extracts haven't been well studied during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so the safety data is limited.

Allergic reactions are rare but possible: people sensitive to latex may have cross-reactions to avocado, and in infants and young children, a rare delayed food hypersensitivity reaction (called FPIES) can occur, marked by vomiting 1–4 hours after exposure and diarrhea.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Avocado

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Avocado.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 2 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before you take this product, double-check warfarin (Coumadin) and any other blood thinners (anticoagulants) you may be on with your pharmacist or doctor. Avocado may reduce how well these medications work.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you have high cholesterol and don't take warfarin or other blood thinners, this extract is worth discussing with your pharmacist. If you do take a blood thinner, particularly warfarin, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should talk with their pharmacist about whether there's enough safety data for their situation.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 25, 2025.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Avocado, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7386004779900
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2025
DSLD ID 324768
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Avocado by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
7386004779900
IngredientAmount% DV
Avocado Seed Extract, Dry983 mg--

Other ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz. of juice or water up to 4 times a day.

Precautions

We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking. May have contraindications and cause adverse reaction.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications. Keep out of the reach of children!

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Formulation

cGMP Made in compliance with cGMP 21 CFR 111 in an FDA registered and inspected facility.

Sugar free

Expertly extracted 100% natural Premium product

Organic alcohol

No artificial ingredients, color additives, fillers or binders.

Natural Gluten free

Formula

Persea americana

Organic alcohol

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

General Statements

Organic raw material.

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Avocado by Herbal Terra label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Avocado by Herbal Terra

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Avocado Seed Extract, Dry

Interacts with
2 drugs
983 mg per serving Form: Persea americana Seed Extract, Dry

Avocado is a nutritious fruit rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, and potassium, and eating it as part of a balanced diet may support heart h...

Avocado Seed Extract, Dry monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Avocado by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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2Drugs
2 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Avocado with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Avocado Seed Extract, Dry1 drug type · 2 drugs

Warfarin (Coumadin)

Avocado may antagonize the anticoagulant effects of warfarin.
Avocado may antagonize the anticoagulant effects of warfarin; however, there has been only one case report of this interaction.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Avocado, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra LLC
Phone Number
+18083857868
Web Address
herbalterra.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Avocado by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Avocado by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Avocado has a known interaction with 2 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Avocado contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Will this avocado extract help my cholesterol?
There's research suggesting avocado may help with high cholesterol — it's rated possibly effective for that. Whether it'll work for you personally is something to talk over with your doctor, especially if you're already on cholesterol medication.
Is this safe if I'm allergic to latex?
People with latex allergies may have cross-reactions to avocado, though it's rare. If you have a latex allergy and want to try this, check with your pharmacist first.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Avocado as a food is fine, but concentrated supplements and extracts haven't been well studied in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. There isn't enough data to know whether it's safe in those situations, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What's in the liquid besides the avocado extract?
The liquid contains alcohol, water, and glycerin — these are inactive ingredients used to deliver the extract.
What side effects should I watch for?
When taken by mouth, avocado has been generally well tolerated in research. Allergic reactions are uncommon but possible, especially in people with latex sensitivity. In rare cases, infants and young children may have a delayed food sensitivity reaction with vomiting and diarrhea within a few hours.

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Sources & How We Checked

Avocado's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 10 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Avocado 10 references
  1. Blickstein D, Shaklai M, Inbal A. Warfarin antagonism by avocado. Lancet 1991;337:914-5. PubMed
  2. Blanco C, Diaz-Perales A, Collada C, et al. Class I chitinases as potential panallergens involved in the latex-fruit syndrome. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1999;103(3 Pt 1):507-13. PubMed
  3. Diaz-Perales A, Collada C, Blanco C, et al. Cross-reactions in the latex-fruit syndrome: A relevant role of chitinases but not of complex asparagine-linked glycans. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1999;104:681-7. PubMed
  4. Stucker M, Memmel U, Hoffmann M, et al. Vitamin B(12) cream containing avocado oil in the therapy of plaque psoriasis. Dermatology 2001;203:141-7.
  5. Ahlroth, M., Alenius, H., Turjanmaa, K., Makinen-Kiljunen, S., Reunala, T., and Palosuo, T. Cross-reacting allergens in natural rubber latex and avocado. J.Allergy Clin.Immunol. 1995;96(2):167-173. PubMed
  6. de Groot, A. C., van der Meeren, H. L., and Weyland, J. W. Contact allergy to avocado oil in a sunscreen. Contact Dermatitis 1987;16(2):108-109. PubMed
  7. Blanco, C., Carrillo, T., Castillo, R., Quiralte, J., and Cuevas, M. Avocado hypersensitivity. Allergy 1994;49(6):454-459. PubMed
  8. Crisi, G. and Belsito, D. V. Contact urticaria from latex in a patient with immediate hypersensitivity to banana, avocado and peach. Contact Dermatitis 1993;28(4):247-248.
  9. Cherian S, Neupert K, Varshney P. Avocado as an emerging trigger for food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2018;121(3):369-71. PubMed
  10. Lichtenstein AH, Kris-Etherton PM, Petersen KS, et al. Effect of Incorporating 1 Avocado Per Day Versus Habitual Diet on Visceral Adiposity: A Randomized Trial. J Am Heart Assoc 2022;11(14):e025657.

See these in context on the Avocado monograph →

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