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Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by TerraVita

Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor is a dietary supplement by TerraVita with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and bloating, gas (flatulence), indigestion (dyspepsia).Based on those ingredients, 413 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Caraway Seed Glycerite Liquid Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita

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: caraway seed glycerite liquid extract. Caraway is an herb traditionally used to support digestive comfort.

The liquid is formulated with glycerin and vanilla flavor as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: digestive health and gas relief.
  • We looked for evidence on: Dyspepsia, Flatulence, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating, indigestion, digestive upset.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Caraway is rated "Possibly Effective" for Dyspepsia (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Caraway is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Flatulence, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

The evidence supports caraway as possibly effective for dyspepsia (indigestion and related stomach discomfort). For other uses—amenorrhea (absent periods), asthma, constipation, and flatulence—the evidence is insufficient to rate whether it works.

If you're considering this for digestive support, the data we have is modest but encouraging; for other purposes, we don't have reliable evidence one way or the other.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Caraway

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.

Caraway in food amounts is generally well tolerated. However, this is a concentrated supplement form, and data on safety at these higher doses are limited.

During pregnancy, the safety data advises against medicinal or oil amounts of caraway; food amounts are likely fine but the evidence is sparse. While breastfeeding, safety of concentrated supplements hasn't been well studied, though food amounts are likely okay.

A rare allergic reaction and mild stomach symptoms (burning, nausea, vomiting, belching) have been reported when caraway oil was combined with peppermint oil in supplement form, though it's unclear which ingredient or the combination caused them.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Caraway

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Caraway.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 413 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.

Before you take this, check with your pharmacist if you're on sleep aids or any CNS depressants, diabetes medications, diuretics (water pills), lithium, or tuberculosis antibiotics like isoniazid, rifampin, or pyrazinamide. These are the main drug types caraway interacts with, and some interactions are Moderate in severity.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Caraway seed may help with indigestion, but this concentrated liquid form has documented interactions with diabetes drugs, blood pressure and heart medications, sleep aids, and some antibiotics—especially if you take CNS depressants, diuretics, or lithium. Talk with your pharmacist before starting, particularly if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any regular medication.

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 Jan 23, 2023.

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 Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand TerraVita
Barcode (UPC) 064435222093
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2023
DSLD ID 281792
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita, 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:
25 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
40 Drop(s)
Servings per container
227
UPC/BARCODE
064435222093
IngredientAmount% DV
Caraway Seed Glycerite Liquid Extract0.13 mL--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Vanilla flavor

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2018 TerraVita - Distributed by ZooScape LLC, All Rights Reserved.

Formula

Glycerite liquid extract (1:5) Vanilla flavored

Formulation

Alcohol free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take 25-40 drops of extract in a small amount of warm water 3-4 times daily. Shake well before using.

Precautions

Keep away from children.

Do not use if safety seal around cap is broken or missing.

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Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita

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

Serving size25 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container227 Amounts shown are per serving.

Caraway Seed Glycerite Liquid Extract

Interacts with
413 drugs
0.13 mL per serving

Caraway is a common cooking spice that has long been used to ease gas, bloating, and indigestion. Some evidence suggests caraway oil—often combined wi...

Caraway Seed Glycerite Liquid Extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita Drug Interactions

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413Drugs
408 Moderate 5 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor 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.

Caraway Seed Glycerite Liquid Extract7 drug types · 413 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, caraway might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that caraway can reduce blood glucose levels. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Medication dose adjustments may be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cns Depressants

Theoretically, caraway might increase the effects and adverse effects of CNS depressants.
Animal research suggests that (S)-(+)-carvone, a major constituent of caraway seed extract, has sedative effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, caraway might increase the risk of hypokalemia when used with diuretics that deplete potassium.
Animal research suggests that a single dose of caraway fruit extract can promote diuresis and increase the urinary excretion of sodium and potassium. However, sub-chronic use of caraway fruit extract does not seem to significantly increase potassium excretion, although urine output continues to be increased for up to 6 days.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, caraway might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium due to diuretic effects.
Animal research suggests that caraway fruit extract has diuretic properties.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Isoniazid

Theoretically, caraway might increase the effects and adverse effects of isoniazid.
Animal research suggests that a specific fraction of caraway seed extract (CC-1a) can increase plasma levels of isoniazid when administered concomitantly. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Pyrazinamide

Theoretically, caraway might increase the effects and adverse effects of pyrazinamide.
Animal research suggests that a specific fraction of caraway seed extract (CC-1a) can increase plasma levels of pyrazinamide when administered concomitantly. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Rifampin (Rifadin)

Theoretically, caraway might increase the effects and adverse effects of rifampin.
Animal research suggests that a specific fraction of caraway seed extract (CC-1a) can increase plasma levels of rifampin when administered concomitantly. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor, from the product label.

TerraVita

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Name
ZooScape LLC
Phone Number
844-449-0444
Web Address
www.ZooScape.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita: Common Questions

Does Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor has a known interaction with 413 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor 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 if I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against medicinal or oil amounts of caraway during pregnancy. Food amounts are likely fine, but evidence is limited. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice—they can weigh your individual situation.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
Safety of concentrated caraway supplements while breastfeeding hasn't been well studied. Food amounts are likely okay, but we don't have solid data on supplement doses. Check with your pharmacist or doctor to decide what's right for you.
What is this supposed to help with?
Caraway is possibly effective for dyspepsia—indigestion and related stomach discomfort. For other uses like flatulence, constipation, asthma, or absent periods, the evidence isn't established in the data we hold.
What are the side effects?
Caraway in normal supplement amounts is generally well tolerated. A rare allergic reaction and mild stomach symptoms like burning, belching, nausea, and vomiting have been reported, though these were tied to caraway oil combined with peppermint oil, so it's unclear which caused them.
Why is this a liquid instead of a pill?
This is a glycerite liquid extract, meaning the caraway is dissolved in glycerin. The liquid form may absorb faster, and the glycerin base adds sweetness and flavor—that's why vanilla is included. The choice of form is up to the manufacturer and your preference.
Is there anything else in this besides caraway?
The active ingredient is caraway seed extract. Glycerin and vanilla flavor are inactive ingredients used to make the liquid palatable and stable. There are no other active herbs or supplements.

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The Full Monographs Behind Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Caraway Seed Vanilla Flavor'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 11 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.

Caraway 11 references
  1. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
  2. May B, Kuntz HD, Kieser M, Kohler S. Efficacy of a fixed peppermint oil/caraway oil combination in non-ulcer dyspepsia. Arzneimittelforschung 1996;46:1149-53.
  3. Micklefield GH, Greving I, May B. Effects of peppermint oil and caraway oil on gastroduodenal motility. Phytother Res 2000;14:20-3. DOI
  4. Herb Info Canada. Caraway website. www.herb.plant.org/caraway.htm (Accessed 11 September 2000).
  5. May B, Kohler S, Schneider B. Efficacy and tolerability of a fixed combination of peppermint oil and caraway oil in patients suffering from functional dyspepsia. Aliment Pharmacol Ther 2000;14:1671-7. PubMed
  6. Eddouks M, Lemhardri A, Michel JB. Caraway and caper: potential anti-hyperglycaemic plants in diabetic rats. J Ethnopharmacol 2004;94:143-8. PubMed
  7. Sachin BS, Monica P, Sharma SC, et al. Pharmacokinetic interaction of some antitubercular drugs with caraway: implications in the enhancement of drug bioavailability. Hum Exp Toxicol. 2009;28(4):175-84. PubMed
  8. Lahlou, S., Tahraoui, A., Israili, Z., and Lyoussi, B. Diuretic activity of the aqueous extracts of Carum carvi and Tanacetum vulgare in normal rats. J Ethnopharmacol. 4-4-2007;110(3):458-463. PubMed
  9. de Sousa, D. P., Farias Nobrega, F. F., and de Almeida, R. N. Influence of the chirality of (R)-(-)- and (S)-(+)-carvone in the central nervous system: a comparative study. Chirality 5-5-2007;19(4):264-268.
  10. Modu S, Gohla K Umar IA. The hypoglycaemic and hypocholrsterolaemic properties of black caraway (Carum carvi L.) oil in alloxan diabetic rats. Biokemistri (Nigeria) 1997;7:91-97.
  11. Rich G, Shah A, Koloski N, et al. A randomized placebo-controlled trial on the effects of Menthacarin, a proprietary peppermint- and caraway-oil-preparation, on symptoms and quality of life in patients with functional dyspepsia. Neurogastroenterol Motil 2 PubMed

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