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Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Hawaii Pharm

Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Oct 7, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol is a dietary supplement by Hawaii Pharm 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 certified organic Birch extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol 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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 16, 2026

What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 1 active ingredient.

This product contains one active ingredient: certified organic Birch extract in liquid form. The liquid also includes vegetable palm glycerin and crystal clear artesian Hawaiian water as inactive ingredients to deliver the extract.

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 Birch product and its label doesn't state a use — see Birch'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.

We don't have reliable evidence to rate birch extract for joint pain, alopecia (hair loss), or dandruff — the three uses most commonly studied. That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the research available to us hasn't been robust enough to draw firm conclusions either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Birch

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.

Birch extract is generally well tolerated in food-like amounts, but allergic reactions and quality concerns warrant caution, especially if you have birch pollen allergies. Birch and birch pollen can trigger allergic reactions, and a few cases of allergic contact dermatitis have been reported with topical birch products.

The safety data advises against this supplement during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Birch

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Birch.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • For scale: 75 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.

If you take diuretic drugs (water pills), double-check this product with your doctor or pharmacist before use — birch may theoretically interfere with how they work.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Birch extract might interest you if you're exploring traditional herbal options for joint pain or hair health, but the evidence isn't solid yet. If you take diuretics or have a birch pollen allergy, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Anyone pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid it.

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 Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol, straight from the product label.

Brand Hawaii Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 6339127897298
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 23, 2020
DSLD ID 238289
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol 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:
20 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
30 Drop(s)
UPC/BARCODE
6339127897298
IngredientAmount% DV
certified organic Birch extract0 NP--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Palm Glycerin, crystal clear artesian Hawaiian Water

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Label statements
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General Statements

Hawaii Pharm Non-Alcohol Herbal Extract Highest quality since 2008

Made with Aloha!

Formulation

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

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

Contains no alcohol

Description: We meticulously produced this extract according to precise standards where each herbs are individually extracted according to their distinct characteristic to ensure a broad spectrum of therapeutic plant compounds. We use a classic maceration extraction method in combination with ultrasonic extraction, so that the vitamins, minerals, alkaloids, flavonoids and other active constituents of the herbs are maintained.

Non GMO Gluten free

Manufactured in an FDA registered facility. Ultra Sonic

Made in USA, Hawaii

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: Shake well before using. Take about 20-30 drops in juice, water, tea or as desired up to four times per day.

Precautions

Warnings: Keep out of the reach of children.

Not to be used during pregnancy.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using if nursing or taking medications.

Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Refrigerate after opening.

Formula

(Betula pendula)

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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Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol by Hawaii Pharm label

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Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol by Hawaii Pharm

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

Serving size20 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Amounts shown are per serving.

Certified organic Birch extract

Interacts with
75 drugs
0 NP per serving

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...

Certified organic Birch extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Palm Glycerin, Crystal clear artesian Hawaiian Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol by Hawaii Pharm Drug Interactions

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75Drugs
75 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

certified organic Birch extract 75

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol interact with 75 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. certified organic Birch extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol 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.

certified organic Birch extract1 drug type · 75 drugs

Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, birch might interfere with diuretic therapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
certified organic Birch extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol, from the product label.

Hawaii Pharm

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Name
Hawaii Pharm LLC
City
Honolulu
State
HI
ZipCode
96815
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Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol by Hawaii Pharm: Common Questions

Does Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol by Hawaii Pharm interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol has a known interaction with 75 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol 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 interfere with my water pill?
Birch extract may theoretically interfere with diuretics, so it's worth a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if your dose is carefully balanced.
Is it safe if I have a birch pollen allergy?
No. Birch and birch pollen can trigger allergic reactions, so you should avoid this supplement if you're allergic to birch pollen or have had reactions to birch products before.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it — there isn't enough information to know it's safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance.
Does birch actually help with hair loss or joint pain?
We don't have reliable evidence to say whether it works for those uses. The research available to us hasn't been strong enough to draw firm conclusions either way.
What's in this liquid besides the birch extract?
Vegetable palm glycerin and crystal clear artesian Hawaiian water — both are inactive ingredients that help deliver the extract.

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The Full Monographs Behind Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Birch

Interacts with 75 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 human evidence is limited, and birch is...

Read the full Birch monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Birch (Betula pendula) Non-Alcohol'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 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
  1. Robbers JE, Tyler VE. Tyler's Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals. New York, NY: The Haworth Herbal Press, 1999.
  2. Lahti, A. and Hannuksela, M. Immediate contact allergy to birch leaves and sap. Contact Dermatitis 1980;6(7):464-465. PubMed
  3. 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
  4. 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.

See these in context on the Birch 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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