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Carob Sugar Free Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

Carob Sugar Free label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Carob Sugar 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Carob Sugar Free is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diarrhea (especially in children), cocoa/chocolate substitute, digestive upset.Based on those ingredients, 2,022 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Carob Pod, Seed 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 Carob Sugar 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.

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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 is a single-ingredient liquid: carob pod and seed extract in a dried form. Carob comes from the carob tree and has been used traditionally as a cocoa substitute and digestive aid.

The liquid also contains alcohol, water, and glycerin as inactive ingredients to preserve and deliver the extract.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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
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 gastrointestinal support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Diarrhea, Dyspepsia, Nausea and vomiting, Acid reflux, Digestive upset.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Carob is rated "Possibly Effective" for Diarrhea (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Carob is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Dyspepsia, Nausea and vomiting.

Carob is possibly effective for diarrhea according to the evidence we hold. For athletic performance, diabetes, and familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic cholesterol condition), the evidence is insufficient to know whether it works.

If you're considering this product for diarrhea, it may be worth a try, but talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether it's right for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Carob

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.

Carob is widely eaten as a food and is generally well tolerated in normal food amounts. However, concentrated supplement doses—like this liquid extract—aren't well studied, so use caution.

There have been rare adverse reactions in infants, including allergic reactions and, in premature infants given carob-thickened formula, serious intestinal inflammation. This product is not appropriate for infants without medical supervision.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, safety data on medicinal doses isn't on file, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Carob

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 — Carob.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • For scale: 2,023 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.

Check any oral medications you take with the search tool on this page before using this product. Carob may reduce their absorption, so spacing doses 30–60 minutes apart may help.

Check your own medication Run your meds through the checker above

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Carob may help with diarrhea and is eaten safely as a food by most people. The main caution is its potential to reduce how your body absorbs oral medications—check your specific drugs before starting.

Also be aware that supplement doses of carob aren't well studied, and this product should never be given to infants without medical guidance.

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 Aug 22, 2025.

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 Carob Sugar Free, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7386004909994
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 22, 2025
DSLD ID 324889
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
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Carob Sugar Free 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
60
UPC/BARCODE
7386004909994
IngredientAmount% DV
Carob Pod, Seed Extract, Dry983 mg--

Other ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin

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Label statements
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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

Organic alcohol

No artificial ingredients, color additives, fillers or binders.

Natural Gluten free

Formula

Ceratonia siliqua

Organic alcohol

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

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Carob Sugar Free by Herbal Terra label

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Carob Sugar Free label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Carob Sugar 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.

Carob Pod, Seed Extract, Dry

Interacts with
2,022 drugs
983 mg per serving Form: Carob Pod Extract, Dry, Carob Seed Extract, Dry

Carob is a Mediterranean tree whose pods are widely used as a caffeine-free, naturally sweet cocoa alternative and as a thickener (carob gum). It is m...

Carob Pod, Seed Extract, Dry monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Carob Sugar Free by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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2,022Drugs
2,022 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Carob Pod, Seed Extract, Dry 2,022

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Carob Sugar Free interact with 2,022 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Carob Sugar Free interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Carob Pod, Seed Extract, Dry

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Carob Sugar 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.

Carob Pod, Seed Extract, Dry1 drug type · 2,022 drugs

Oral Drugs

Theoretically, carob might also impair the absorption of oral drugs.
Laboratory research shows that carob, when consumed as part of the diet or used as a thickening agent in infant formula, reduces the absorption of certain minerals. Take carob 30-60 minutes after oral medications.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Carob Pod, Seed Extract, Dry full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Carob Sugar Free, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra LLC
Phone Number
+18083857868
Web Address
herbalterra.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Carob Sugar Free by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Carob Sugar Free by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Carob Sugar Free has a known interaction with 2,022 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Carob Sugar Free 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 give this to my baby?
No. There have been serious adverse reactions—including severe allergic reactions and intestinal inflammation—in infants given carob-containing products, especially premature infants. Do not give this to an infant without explicit medical supervision.
Does carob really help with diarrhea?
Carob is possibly effective for diarrhea based on the evidence we hold, so it may be worth trying. But results aren't guaranteed, and it's best to talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's the right choice for your situation.
Is carob safe to eat as a food?
Yes. Carob is widely consumed as a food and is generally well tolerated in normal food amounts. This liquid extract, though, is a concentrated supplement dose and isn't as well studied, so use caution.
Will this interact with my medications?
Carob may reduce how your body absorbs oral drugs—a Minor interaction. Use the medication checker on this page to look up your specific medications. If there's a concern, try taking your drugs 30–60 minutes before or after this product.
What is carob extract used for?
Carob has been used traditionally as a cocoa substitute and digestive aid. In this product, it's mainly studied for diarrhea, though evidence for other uses like athletic performance or cholesterol control is not yet established.

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The Full Monographs Behind Carob Sugar Free’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Carob

Interacts with 2,022 drugs

Carob is a Mediterranean tree whose pods are widely used as a caffeine-free, naturally sweet cocoa alternative and as a thickener (carob gum). It is mostly eaten as a food and is generally w...

Read the full Carob monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Carob Sugar 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.

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 9 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.

Carob 9 references
  1. Savino, F., Muratore, M. C., Silvestro, L., Oggero, R., and Mostert, M. Allergy to carob gum in an infant. J.Pediatr.Gastroenterol.Nutr. 1999;29(4):475-476. DOI
  2. Bosscher, D., Caillie-Bertrand, M., and Deelstra, H. Effect of thickening agents, based on soluble dietary fiber, on the availability of calcium, iron, and zinc from infant formulas. Nutrition 2001;17(7-8):614-618. PubMed
  3. van, der Brempt, X, Ledent, C., and Mairesse, M. Rhinitis and asthma caused by occupational exposure to carob bean flour. J.Allergy Clin.Immunol. 1992;90(6 Pt 1):1008-1010. PubMed
  4. Clarke, P. and Robinson, M. J. Thickening milk feeds may cause necrotising enterocolitis. Arch Dis.Child Fetal Neonatal Ed 2004;89(3):F280. PubMed
  5. Harmuth-Hoene, A. E. and Schelenz, R. Effect of dietary fiber on mineral absorption in growing rats. J Nutr 1980;110(9):1774-1784. PubMed
  6. Scoditti, A., Peluso, P., Pezzuto, R., Giordano, T., and Melica, A. Asthma to carob bean flour. Ann.Allergy Asthma Immunol. 1996;77(1):81. PubMed
  7. Komericki P, Kränke B. Immediate hypersensitivity to carob pods. Contact Dermatitis. 2009;61(4):239-40. PubMed
  8. Bosscher D, Van Caillie-Bertrand M, Van Cauwenbergh R, Deelstra H. Availabilities of calcium, iron, and zinc from dairy infant formulas is affected by soluble dietary fibers and modified starch fractions. Nutrition. 2003;19(7-8):641-5. PubMed
  9. Jedrzejczyk M, Bartnik K, Funkowicz M, Toporowska-Kowalska E. FPIES Induced by Locust Bean Gum in an Infant. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2020;30(3):197-199. PubMed

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