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Catnip Alcohol Free Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

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

Catnip Alcohol Free is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for sleep and insomnia, anxiety and stress, digestive upset.Based on those ingredients, 248 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Catnip Flower, Leaf Extract, Dry. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Catnip Alcohol 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 product contains one active ingredient: catnip flower, leaf extract in dry form. The liquid also includes glycerin and water as inactive ingredients to carry and preserve 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 Catnip product and its label doesn't state a use — see Catnip'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 on catnip doesn't establish that it works for the uses people typically ask about. Catnip has been studied for amenorrhea (absent periods), anxiety, tension headaches, upper respiratory infections, indigestion, and gas—but the data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for any of these.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the studies we have aren't strong enough to say one way or the other.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Catnip

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 0 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.

Catnip is generally well tolerated when you take a normal amount by mouth. The most common side effects reported are headache, malaise (a vague sense of not feeling well), and vomiting.

Taking too much can bring on stomach upset and make those side effects worse. Human safety data are limited, so if you're in a group we don't know much about, talk to your pharmacist first.

You should avoid catnip during pregnancy—it may stimulate the uterus and its safety in pregnancy isn't established. We don't have enough safety information for other situations, so ask your doctor or pharmacist before starting if you're unsure.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Catnip

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 — Catnip.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: lithium.
  • For scale: 248 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 this product against any CNS depressants you take—sedatives, sleep aids, anti-anxiety medications, and certain pain relievers can add up to extra drowsiness. If you take lithium for mood disorders, your dose might need adjusting.

Run your full medication list through the checker on this page.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Catnip Alcohol Free might appeal to someone looking for a traditional herbal remedy, but the evidence doesn't clearly show it works for common uses. The bigger concern is its interaction with sedating drugs and lithium.

If you take a CNS depressant or mood stabilizer, check with your pharmacist before trying this product. Pregnant people should skip 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 Jan 23, 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 Catnip Alcohol Free, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7386004918972
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 Milliliter(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2025
DSLD ID 324049
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 Catnip Alcohol 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
7386004918972
IngredientAmount% DV
Catnip Flower, Leaf Extract, Dry1156 mg--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Water

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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

No alcohol (ethyl), artificial ingredients, color additives, fillers or binders.

Natural Gluten free

Formula

Nepeta cataria

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

See for yourself

Catnip Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Catnip Alcohol 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.

Catnip Flower, Leaf Extract, Dry

Interacts with
248 drugs
1156 mg per serving Form: Catnip Flower Extract, Dry, Catnip Leaf Extract, Dry

Catnip is a mint-family herb most often used as a calming tea for sleep, anxiety, and minor digestive upset, but solid human research supporting these...

Catnip Flower, Leaf Extract, Dry monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Catnip Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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248Drugs
248 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Catnip Alcohol 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.

Catnip Flower, Leaf Extract, Dry2 drug types · 248 drugs

Cns Depressants

Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties may cause additive effects and side effects.
Clinical and animal research shows that catnip has sedative properties.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, catnip might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Catnip is thought to have diuretic properties which might reduce lithium excretion. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Catnip Alcohol 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

Catnip Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Catnip Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Catnip Alcohol Free has a known interaction with 248 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Catnip Alcohol 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 take this if I'm pregnant?
No. Catnip may stimulate the uterus and its safety in pregnancy isn't established. Avoid it while pregnant and talk with your doctor about alternatives.
What are the most common side effects?
Headache, malaise, and vomiting are the ones reported most often. Taking more than a normal amount can make stomach upset and these effects worse.
Does catnip actually work for anxiety or tension headaches?
We don't have enough reliable evidence to say it works for those uses. The studies we hold on catnip for anxiety and tension headaches don't establish it either way.
Why is this alcohol-free?
The product facts don't explain the reason, but alcohol-free extracts use glycerin and water instead to carry and preserve the herb—which some people prefer to avoid.
Is it safe to use catnip long-term?
The safety data we have are limited, especially for long-term use. If you're thinking of taking it regularly, ask your pharmacist or doctor first.

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The Full Monographs Behind Catnip Alcohol Free’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Catnip Alcohol 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 7 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.

Catnip 7 references
  1. Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs and Related Remedies. 3rd ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1993.
  2. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  3. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  4. Osterhoudt KC, Lee SK, Callahan JM, Henretig FM. Catnip and the alteration of human consciousness. Vet Hum Toxicol 1997;39:373-5.
  5. Sherry, C. J. and Hunter, P. S. The effect of an ethanol extract of catnip (Nepeta cataria) on the behavior of the young chick. Experientia 2-15-1979;35(2):237-238. PubMed
  6. Harney, J. W., Barofsky, I. M., and Leary, J. D. Behavioral and toxicological studies of cyclopentanoid monoterpenes from Nepeta cataria. Lloydia. 1978;41(4):367-374.
  7. Massoco, C. O., Silva, M. R., Gorniak, S. L., Spinosa, M. S., and Bernardi, M. M. Behavioral effects of acute and long-term administration of catnip (Nepeta cataria) in mice. Vet.Hum.Toxicol 1995;37(6):530-533.

See these in context on the Catnip monograph →

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