Chickweed Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herb Pharm
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Chickweed 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
Chickweed is a dietary supplement by Herb Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin irritation and itching, minor wounds and cuts, digestive upset.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 Chickweed by Herb Pharm
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: chickweed aerial parts extract. Chickweed has been used traditionally for various purposes, though the evidence supporting those uses remains limited.
The liquid is preserved with certified organic cane alcohol.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for chickweed's effectiveness in managing diabetes, high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), or weight is insufficient — we simply don't have reliable data to say whether it works for those purposes. If you're considering it for any of these conditions, talk with your doctor about whether it makes sense as part of your care plan.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Chickweed is generally considered low-risk for short-term use, though high-quality safety data are limited. When applied to the skin, chickweed extract can occasionally cause contact dermatitis (a local skin reaction) in some people.
During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information to know either way, so the safety data advises against use; the same goes for breastfeeding. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to be, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for chickweed. That said, because safety information is limited overall, check with your own doctor or pharmacist before combining it with any medications you take.
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.
Chickweed may appeal to you if you're exploring traditional herbal approaches, but the evidence supporting its use for diabetes, cholesterol, or weight management isn't established. Safety data are limited, especially in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Run through your current medications with your doctor or pharmacist before adding it to your routine.
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 Jun 16, 2022.
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 Chickweed, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 090800000591 |
| Net contents | 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 16, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 272335 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Chickweed by Herb Pharm, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Chickweed aerial parts extract | 617 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: certified organic Cane Alcohol
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use Shake well before using Add 1 full squeeze of the dropper bulb to 2 oz. of water or juice, 2 to 5 times per day. Best taken between meals.
Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children
Storage
Store away from heat & light
Formula
Stellaria media
Chickweed liquid extract
Fresh herb/menstruum ratio: 1:1.75
Formulation
Optimal well-being
USDA Organic
Gluten-free
Certified organic by Organic Certifiers
Seals/Symbols
USDA Organic
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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Chickweed by Herb Pharm 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 Chickweed by Herb Pharm
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container42 Amounts shown are per serving.
Chickweed aerial parts extract
No knowninteractions
Chickweed is a common edible wild plant traditionally used on the skin for itching and minor irritation, and taken as a tea or tincture for various co...
Chickweed aerial parts extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Certified organic Cane Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Chickweed by Herb Pharm Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Chickweed. 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 Chickweed, from the product label.
Herb Pharm
See all Herb Pharm products- Name
- Herb Pharm
- City
- Williams
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97544
- Phone Number
- 800-348-4372
- Web Address
- www.herb-pharm.com
Chickweed by Herb Pharm: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.
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 Chickweed’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Chickweed'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 4 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.
Chickweed 4 references
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Jovanovic M, Mimica-Dukic N, Poljacki M, Boza P. Erythema multiforme due to contact with weeds: a recurrence after patch testing. Contact Dermatitis 2003;48:17-25. PubMed
- Jovanovic, M., Poljacki, M., Mimica-Dukic, N., Boza, P., Vujanovic, Lj, Duran, V., and Stojanovic, S. Sesquiterpene lactone mix patch testing supplemented with dandelion extract in patients with allergic contact dermatitis, atopic dermatitis and non-alle
- Poljacki, M., Jovanovic, M., Boza, P., Mimica-Dukic, N., Petrovic, A., and Novovic, Z. [Is Vojvodina a risk area for contact weed allergies?]. Med Pregl. 2005;58(3-4):123-126. 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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