Bai Zi Ren Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Bai Zi Ren against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Bai Zi Ren is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra 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 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains a single active ingredient: a liquid extract of dried Bai Zi Ren seeds (Oriental Arborvitae). The extract is prepared using menstruum, an inactive ingredient that serves as the liquid base.
Oriental Arborvitae is a traditional herb used in herbal medicine, though human safety and effectiveness data are sparse.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence we hold does not establish that Bai Zi Ren is effective for osteoarthritis or any other condition—the only rating in our data is insufficient reliable evidence. If you're considering it for a specific health concern, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist about what the science actually supports.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
This is where you need to pay close attention. Oriental Arborvitae contains thujone, a compound that can cause serious side effects when taken long-term or at high doses: restlessness, vomiting, dizziness, tremors, kidney damage, hallucinations, and convulsions.
In rare cases, thujone intoxication can trigger psychoactive effects similar to those of marijuana. Overall, human safety data are limited, and some plant parts and oils in this herb can be toxic.
The safety data advise against use in pregnancy. For breastfeeding, there is no reliable safety information, so it is best avoided.
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing, do not use this product without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. However, before you add this product to your routine, run your specific medications through the search tool on this page to be sure.
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 traditional herbal extract with very limited human safety and effectiveness data. It carries a real risk of serious side effects—especially tremors, vomiting, dizziness, and kidney or nervous system damage—when used long-term or at high doses.
It is not safe in pregnancy and should be avoided while breastfeeding. Before you take it, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it makes sense for you.
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 Sep 25, 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
General information
Key facts about Bai Zi Ren, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 7429523866840 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 234648 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Bai Zi Ren by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| wildcrafted Bai Zi Ren (Platycladus orientalis) dried seed liquid extract | 970 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Menstruum
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Direction 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. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
Notice This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Formulation
Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility
Alcohol free
Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Alcohol-free liquid herbal extract
Non GMO
No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free
Precautions
Caution May have contraindications.
Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.
Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, dark place.
Formula
Platycladus orientalis
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free
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Bai Zi Ren by Herbal Terra label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Bai Zi Ren 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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Wildcrafted Bai Zi Ren (Platycladus orientalis) dried seed liquid extract
No knowninteractions
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 (Platycladus orientalis) dried seed liquid extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Bai Zi Ren by Herbal Terra 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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Bai Zi Ren, from the product label.
Bai Zi Ren by Herbal Terra: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Bai Zi Ren’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
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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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