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Dietary supplement

Bai Zi Ren Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Hawaii Pharm

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Bai Zi Ren is a dietary supplement by Hawaii Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for insomnia and restlessness, constipation (seeds), hair loss and scalp health (topical).We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bai Zi Ren by Hawaii Pharm

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: wildcrafted Bai zi ren extract, also known as Oriental Arborvitae. The extract is suspended in vegetable palm glycerin, pharmaceutical-grade alcohol, and purified water.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Oriental Arborvitae product and its label doesn't state a use — see Oriental Arborvitae's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The effectiveness data we hold for Oriental Arborvitae and osteoarthritis show insufficient reliable evidence to rate it. This means the research available isn't robust enough yet to say whether it works for that purpose.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Oriental Arborvitae

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.

The safety data for Oriental Arborvitae are limited, and caution is warranted. Long-term use or high doses of this herb can cause adverse effects because of a naturally occurring compound called thujone.

Thujone-containing herbs may trigger restlessness, vomiting, dizziness, tremors, kidney damage, hallucinations, and convulsions at high doses or with prolonged use — and in rare cases can produce psychoactive effects similar to marijuana. The safety data advise against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing, do not use this product without first discussing it with your doctor or pharmacist.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Oriental Arborvitae

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. That said, please run your current medications through the search tool on this page before starting, and confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that this product is appropriate for you alongside your other prescriptions and supplements.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Bai Zi Ren is a single-ingredient extract with very limited safety data and a risk profile tied to long-term or high-dose use. If you're considering it for osteoarthritis or another reason, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first — especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to use it regularly at higher doses.

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 Oct 23, 2020.

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 Bai Zi Ren, straight from the product label.

Brand Hawaii Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 0787699216706
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 23, 2020
DSLD ID 237248
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bai Zi Ren by Hawaii Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
0787699216706
IngredientAmount% DV
wildcrafted Bai zi ren extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Palm Glycerin, pharmaceutical grade Alcohol, artesian Hawaiian purified Water

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Label statements
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General Statements

Hawaii Pharm Herbal Extract Highest quality since 2008

Made with Aloha!

Formulation

Contains no GMO, gluten, artificial colors, heavy metals, preservatives, pesticides, fertilizers.

Super concentrated liquid herbal extract. Dry herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3.

Manufactured in an FDA registered facility.

Non GMO Gluten free

Made in USA, Hawaii

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: Shake well before using. Take about 20-30 drops (0.7-1 ml, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) to 2-4 oz of juice or water up to 4 times per day.

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of the reach of children.

May have contraindications. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing or taking any medications.

Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

Formula

(Platycladus orientalis)

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Dietary Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Seals/Symbols

FDA Registered Facility Made in United States of America USA

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Bai Zi Ren by Hawaii Pharm label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bai Zi Ren by Hawaii Pharm

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

Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Wildcrafted Bai zi ren extract

No known
interactions
970 mg per serving

Oriental Arborvitae is an evergreen conifer used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, where the seeds (Bai Zi Ren) are taken to calm the mind and ease con...

Wildcrafted Bai zi ren extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Palm Glycerin, Pharmaceutical grade Alcohol, Artesian Hawaiian purified Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Bai Zi Ren by Hawaii Pharm Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Bai Zi Ren. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bai Zi Ren, from the product label.

Hawaii Pharm

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Name
Hawaii Pharm LLC
City
Honolulu
State
HI
ZipCode
96815
Web Address
www.hawaiipharm.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bai Zi Ren by Hawaii Pharm: Common Questions

Does Bai Zi Ren by Hawaii Pharm interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Bai Zi Ren. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bai Zi Ren 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.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. The safety data advise against Bai Zi Ren during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because human safety data are lacking. If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.
What side effects might I have if I take it long-term or in high doses?
Long-term or high-dose use of Oriental Arborvitae can cause restlessness, vomiting, dizziness, tremors, kidney damage, hallucinations, and convulsions due to a compound called thujone. In rare cases it can produce psychoactive effects similar to marijuana. Stick to recommended dosing and talk with your doctor or pharmacist about appropriate duration of use.
Does this product work for osteoarthritis?
The evidence we hold isn't strong enough to say. The available research is insufficient to reliably rate Oriental Arborvitae for osteoarthritis, so we can't confirm whether it's effective for that condition.
What is Bai zi ren used for traditionally?
The product facts we have don't specify traditional uses or claimed purposes — only that effectiveness evidence for osteoarthritis is insufficient. Your doctor or pharmacist can discuss what this herb has been traditionally used for and whether it might suit your needs.
Are there any fillers or other inactive ingredients I should know about?
Yes. In addition to the Bai zi ren extract, this liquid contains vegetable palm glycerin, pharmaceutical-grade alcohol, and purified water as inactive ingredients.

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Sources & How We Checked

Bai Zi Ren'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.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 2 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.

Oriental Arborvitae 2 references
  1. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  2. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.

See these in context on the Oriental Arborvitae monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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