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Dietary supplement

Chickweed Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herb Pharm

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

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.

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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: 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
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 Chickweed product and its label doesn't state a use — see Chickweed'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 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.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Chickweed

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.

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.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Chickweed

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

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

At a glance

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
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Chickweed by Herb Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.7 mL
Servings per container
42
UPC/BARCODE
090800000591
IngredientAmount% DV
Chickweed aerial parts extract617 mg--

Other ingredients: certified organic Cane Alcohol

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Label statements
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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.

See for yourself

Chickweed by Herb Pharm label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

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 known
interactions
617 mg per serving

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 & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Certified organic Cane Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

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.

The maker

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
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Chickweed by Herb Pharm: Common Questions

Does Chickweed by Herb Pharm interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Chickweed. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Chickweed 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 chickweed if I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against it during pregnancy because there isn't enough information to know either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking this?
Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so avoidance is the safer choice. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're considering it.
Does chickweed actually work for weight loss or cholesterol?
The evidence for chickweed's effectiveness in managing weight or high cholesterol is insufficient — we don't have reliable data to say it does. Your doctor can suggest options with stronger evidence if those are concerns for you.
Can I apply chickweed to my skin?
Chickweed is used topically in some traditional preparations, but the extract has been reported to cause contact dermatitis (a skin reaction) in some people. Patch-test it on a small area first, and stop if irritation develops.

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Chickweed label
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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

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.

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
  1. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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

See these in context on the Chickweed monograph →

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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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