Cardamom Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by doTERRA
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Cardamom 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
Cardamom is a dietary supplement by doTERRA with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and bloating, bad breath, nausea.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 Cardamom by doTERRA
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: cardamom, a spice that's been used traditionally for various purposes including digestive support. The liquid form makes it easy to add to water, food, or beverages.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for cardamom isn't established in the data we hold. Studies haven't yet provided reliable evidence that cardamom works for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, respiratory infections, diabetes, indigestion, epilepsy, or high cholesterol.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means we need better research to know.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Cardamom in food amounts is generally well tolerated by most people. The main caution is with concentrated supplement or essential oil doses — food amounts are likely fine, but avoid larger medicinal doses without medical advice first.
In trials, one person reported mild skin inflammation, and a case report describes chronic hand dermatitis in someone frequently exposed to cardamom dust. If you're breastfeeding, cardamom in food amounts is likely safe.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for cardamom with any medications. That said, it's always smart to run your exact medications through the checker on this page or ask your pharmacist before starting any supplement.
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.
Cardamom is a familiar spice generally well tolerated at food doses. If you're considering it for a specific health purpose, talk to your pharmacist or doctor about whether the evidence supports it for your situation.
Stick to food amounts unless a healthcare provider advises otherwise.
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 22, 2021.
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 Cardamom, straight from the product label.
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.
Supplement Facts
The label details for Cardamom by doTERRA, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cardamom | 60 mg | -- |
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
For aromatic or topical use.
Diffuse aromatically or, to apply topically, dilute with a carrier oil to minimize skin sensitivity.
For internal use dilute one drop in 4 fl oz of liquid.
Precautions
Caution: Possible skin sensitivity.
Keep away from children.
Consult your doctor if pregnant or in treatment.
Avoid eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
Formula
Elettaria cardamomum 5 ml
FDA Statement of Identity
Essential Oil Supplement
Brand IP Statement(s)
CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade
General Statements
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Cardamom by doTERRA 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 Cardamom by doTERRA
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container85 Amounts shown are per serving.
Cardamom
No knowninteractions
Cardamom is a popular cooking spice that has long been used in traditional medicine for digestion and fresh breath. As a food, it is generally safe fo...
Cardamom monograph & interactionsCardamom by doTERRA Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Cardamom. 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 Cardamom, from the product label.
doTERRA
See all doTERRA products- Name
- doTERRA Intl, LLC
- Street Address
- 389 South 1300 West
- City
- Pleasant Grove
- State
- UT
- ZipCode
- 84062
Cardamom by doTERRA: Common Questions
Does Cardamom by doTERRA interact with any medications?
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Where does this information come from?
Is cardamom safe to take if I'm breastfeeding?
What's the difference between food amounts and supplement doses?
Can cardamom cause skin problems?
Does cardamom actually work for digestion or high cholesterol?
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Cardamom’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Cardamom'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.
Cardamom 2 references
- Mobacken, H. and Fregert, S. Allergic contact dermatitis from cardamom. Contact Dermatitis 1975;1(3):175-176. PubMed
- Aghasi M, Koohdani F, Qorbani M, et al. Beneficial effects of green cardamom on serum SIRT1, glycemic indices and triglyceride levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a randomized double-blind placebo controlled clinical trial. J Sci Food Agri PubMed
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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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