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Dietary supplement

Bo He Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

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

Bo He is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset, headache relief (topical), cold and congestion.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 Bo He 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: wildcrafted Bo He (Japanese mint) as a dried herb liquid extract. The only other ingredient listed is the menstruum — the liquid used to prepare 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 Japanese Mint product and its label doesn't state a use — see Japanese Mint'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 evidence we hold doesn't establish whether Bo He works for the conditions it's traditionally used for. The facts show insufficient reliable evidence to rate its usefulness for bronchitis, cancer, headache, common cold, or cough.

That's not the same as saying it doesn't work — it means the evidence in our data isn't solid enough to say either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Japanese Mint

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.

Bo He in small culinary or diluted amounts is generally well tolerated. However, the concentrated essential oil carries real caution flags: it can irritate skin and, when applied to the face or inhaled, may trigger asthma-like attacks, bronchial spasm, or even respiratory problems — especially in children.

The most common side effect from topical use is contact dermatitis (skin irritation). For pregnancy and lactation, there isn't enough safety data to know either way; talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before using it during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Japanese Mint

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 for the ingredients we could check. That said, always run your complete medication list through your doctor or pharmacist before adding any new supplement to be certain.

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.

Bo He is a traditional mint extract with limited evidence supporting its effectiveness for the conditions it's used for and a safety profile that depends heavily on how it's used. If you apply it or inhale it, especially around children or if you have asthma, you'll want to be cautious and clear it with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Anyone with a history of respiratory trouble should talk it over 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 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Bo He, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 617503337207
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2020
DSLD ID 234882
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 Bo He 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
120
UPC/BARCODE
617503337207
IngredientAmount% DV
wildcrafted Bo He (Mentha halpocalyx) dried herb liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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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

Mentha halpocalyx

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free

See for yourself

Bo He by Herbal Terra label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bo He 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.

970 mg per serving

Japanese mint is a menthol-rich plant used mainly for its essential oil in topical rubs, inhalants, and digestive remedies. There is some support for...

Wildcrafted Bo He (Mentha halpocalyx) dried herb liquid extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Bo He by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Bo He. 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 Bo He, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bo He by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Bo He by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Bo He. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bo He 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.
Is Bo He safe to use on my skin?
In diluted amounts, yes — but the concentrated essential oil can cause contact dermatitis. Avoid applying it to the face, especially on children, as it can trigger breathing problems. If you have asthma or respiratory sensitivity, check with your doctor first.
Can I use this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data to know either way. The safety notes advise caution with concentrated oil while nursing and suggest avoiding it unless your doctor clears it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it during pregnancy or lactation.
Does Bo He actually work for cough or colds?
The evidence we have doesn't establish whether it does. The rating is insufficient reliable evidence, which means we can't say based on the data available.
What's the difference between this extract and regular mint tea?
This is a concentrated liquid extract, not mild culinary mint. Small culinary amounts are generally fine, but concentrated extracts or essential oils need caution — they can be irritating or toxic if misused, especially when inhaled or applied to skin.
Can I give this to my child?
Not without checking with your pediatrician first. Topical use on a child's face can trigger serious breathing problems, and inhaling the vapor can cause asthma-like attacks. Keep it away from children unless specifically cleared by their doctor.

Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bo He'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.

Japanese Mint 2 references
  1. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  2. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.

See these in context on the Japanese Mint 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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