Birch Alcohol Free Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Birch Alcohol Free 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
Birch Alcohol Free is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for urinary tract and 'flushing' support, joint pain and arthritis, mild fluid retention (diuretic).Based on those ingredients, 75 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Birch Bark Extract, Dry. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Birch Alcohol Free 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 one active ingredient: birch bark extract in dry form. Birch has a long history in traditional use, though modern evidence for its effectiveness is still limited.
The liquid also contains glycerin and water as inactive ingredients to deliver the birch extract.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for birch bark extract isn't established yet in the data we hold. Insufficient reliable evidence exists to rate it for joint pain, hair loss (alopecia), or dandruff — the conditions it's traditionally used for.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means we don't have enough rigorous studies to say one way or the other.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Birch bark extract is generally well tolerated in food-like amounts, but there are two important cautions. First, birch and birch pollen can trigger allergic reactions in some people — including allergic contact dermatitis if applied to skin (a case has been reported involving a cream with 5% birch bark extract).
Second, there isn't enough safety data to recommend this supplement during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so you should avoid it during those times. If you have a known birch pollen allergy, talk to your pharmacist before using this product.
Meds to double-check
Minor interactions only
If you take a diuretic drug (water pill), double-check your specific medication with the interaction checker on this page — birch bark extract may theoretically interfere with how it works.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Birch Alcohol Free may be worth considering if you're drawn to traditional herbal approaches and have no known birch pollen allergy. If you take any diuretic medication, check it against the interaction tool first.
Anyone who's pregnant, breastfeeding, or has a history of birch allergy should talk to their pharmacist before starting.
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 Dec 21, 2024.
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 Birch Alcohol Free, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 7386004832988 |
| Net contents | 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 21, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 323966 |
| 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 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Birch Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Birch Bark Extract, Dry | 1156 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Glycerin, Water
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
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
No alcohol (ethyl), artificial ingredients, color additives, fillers or binders.
Natural Gluten free
Formula
Betula alba
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
General Statements
Organic raw material.
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA
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Birch Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Birch Alcohol Free 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.
Birch Bark Extract, Dry
Interacts with75 drugs
Birch is a tree whose leaves, bark, and sap are used in traditional remedies, most often as a mild diuretic or for joint and urinary complaints. Solid...
Birch Bark Extract, Dry monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Glycerin, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Birch Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Herbal Terra's Birch Alcohol Free contains birch bark extract, which has documented interactions with one class of medications.
The main concern is with diuretic drugs (water pills) — birch might theoretically interfere with how well they work to remove excess fluid from your body. This is a Minor-severity interaction.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Although birch bark extract is generally well tolerated in food-like amounts, we could not fully assess all possible drug interactions beyond diuretics. Altogether, these interactions span 75 individual medications.
Before you start this supplement, run your exact diuretic medication through the checker on this page to see if it's one birch may affect.
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Go to the checkerIngredients driving the most interactions
Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Birch Alcohol Free interact with 75 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Birch Alcohol Free interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Birch Bark Extract, Dry
Ethacrynic AcidEdecrin
How Ethacrynic Acid interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Ethacrynic Acid interactionFosinopril, HydrochlorothiazideMonopril HCT
How Fosinopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Fosinopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionFurosemideLasix
How Furosemide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Furosemide interactionFurosemide, PotassiumDiumide-K Continus, Lasikal
How Furosemide, Potassium interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Furosemide, Potassium interactionGuanethidine, HydrochlorothiazideEsimil
How Guanethidine, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Guanethidine, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionHydralazine, HydrochlorothiazideApresazide, Apresoline-Esidrix
How Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionHydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, ReserpineSer-Ap-Es, Unipres, Uniserp
How Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interactionHydrochlorothiazideAquazide, Aquazide H, Esidrix, HCTZ, Hydro, Hydro-D +3 more
How Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide interactionHydrochlorothiazide, IrbesartanAvalide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interactionHydrochlorothiazide, LabetalolTrandate HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Labetalol interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Labetalol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, LisinoprilPrinzide, Zestoretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Lisinopril interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Lisinopril interactionHydrochlorothiazide, Losartan PotassiumHyzaar
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Losartan Potassium interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Losartan Potassium interactionHydrochlorothiazide, MethyldopaAldoril 15, Aldoril 25, Aldoril D30, Methazide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Methyldopa interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Methyldopa interactionHydrochlorothiazide, MetoprololLopressor HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Metoprolol interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Metoprolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, MoexiprilUniretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Moexipril interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Moexipril interactionHydrochlorothiazide, PindololViskazide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Pindolol interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Pindolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, PropranololInderide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Propranolol interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Propranolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, QuinaprilAccuretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Quinapril interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Quinapril interactionHydrochlorothiazide, ReserpineHydropres, Serpasil-Esidrix, Serpasil-Esidrix #1, Serpasil-Esidrix #2
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interactionHydrochlorothiazide, SpironolactoneAldactazide, Aldactide 25, Aldactide 50, Spirozine
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Spironolactone interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Spironolactone interactionHydrochlorothiazide, TimololTimolide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Timolol interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Timolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, TriamtereneDyazide, Maxzide, Maxzide-25, Triamzide, Triazide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Triamterene interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Triamterene interactionHydrochlorothiazide, ValsartanDiovan HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Valsartan interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydrochlorothiazide, Valsartan interactionHydroflumethiazideSaluron
How Hydroflumethiazide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydroflumethiazide interactionHydroflumethiazide, ReserpineSalutensin, Salutensin-Demi
How Hydroflumethiazide, Reserpine interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Hydroflumethiazide, Reserpine interactionIndapamideLozide, Lozol
How Indapamide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Indapamide interactionIrbesartan, HydrochlorothiazideCoAprovel
How Irbesartan, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Irbesartan, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionMannitolBronchitol, Osmitrol
How Mannitol interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Mannitol interactionMethazolamideNeptazane
How Methazolamide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Methazolamide interactionMethyclothiazideAquatensen, Enduron
How Methyclothiazide interacts with Birch Alcohol Free — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Birch Bark Extract, DryDiuretic Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Read the full Birch Bark Extract, Dry + Methyclothiazide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Birch Alcohol Free 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.
Birch Bark Extract, Dry
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Birch Alcohol Free, from the product label.
Herbal Terra
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- Herbal Terra LLC
- Phone Number
- +18083857868
- Web Address
- herbalterra.com
Birch Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Birch Alcohol Free’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Birch Alcohol Free'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 4 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.
Birch 4 references
- Robbers JE, Tyler VE. Tyler's Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals. New York, NY: The Haworth Herbal Press, 1999.
- Lahti, A. and Hannuksela, M. Immediate contact allergy to birch leaves and sap. Contact Dermatitis 1980;6(7):464-465. PubMed
- Allam JP, Wuestenberg E, Wolf H, et al. Immunologic response and safety in birch pollen sublingual versus oral vestibule immunotherapy: a pilot study. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2014;133(6):1757-9.e3. PubMed
- Meyer-Hoffert U, Brasch J. Allergic contact dermatitis caused by betulin-containing triterpene extract from the outer bark of birch (Betula alba). Contact Dermatitis. 2013;68(6):382-3.
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