Chickweed Herb Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Chickweed Herb 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 Herb is a dietary supplement by Indiana Botanic Gardens 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 Herb by Indiana Botanic Gardens
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 herbal (1:1) extract. The "1:1" means the extract is made by concentrating one part of the plant into one part of the liquid — a straightforward way to standardize potency.
The liquid also includes vegetable glycerin and purified water as inactive ingredients to keep it stable and mixable.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that chickweed works for diabetes, high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), or weight management — the data simply isn't there yet. Studies may exist, but the quality or strength of the evidence isn't strong enough to rate it as effective for these uses.
If you're considering it for one of these conditions, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it fits your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Chickweed is generally well tolerated for short-term use, though high-quality safety data are limited. When applied to skin, the extract has been reported to cause contact dermatitis in some people.
For pregnancy, safety data aren't robust enough — the product should be avoided during pregnancy. Breastfeeding safety is unknown, so avoidance is the safer choice if you're nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the chickweed extract in this product. Even so, it's worth confirming with your doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if you take medications for chronic conditions.
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 Herb is a single-ingredient liquid extract with no known drug interactions, making it an option if you're taking medications. The evidence for its use in diabetes, cholesterol, or weight loss isn't established yet.
Steer clear during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and keep in mind that long-term safety data are limited. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before adding it to your routine.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 25, 2015.
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 Herb, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Indiana Botanic Gardens |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 703308800180 |
| Net contents | 1 fl. Oz.; 30 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 25, 2015 |
| DSLD ID | 46844 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Chickweed Herb by Indiana Botanic Gardens, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Chickweed herbal (1:1) extract | 2000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, purified Water
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Precautions
USE ONLY IF SEAL IS UNBROKEN
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Warning: If you are taking any medications or are pregnant or nursing do not use prior to consulting a physician.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
SHAKE WELL.
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 mL (approx. 28- 56 drops) 3 times a day, in a small amount of water.
Formulation
Alcohol Free Liquid Extract
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
IBG INDIANA BOTANIC GARDENS(R)
Storage
Store in a dry, cool place.
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Chickweed Herb by Indiana Botanic Gardens label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Chickweed Herb by Indiana Botanic Gardens
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 container15 Amounts shown are per serving.
Chickweed herbal (1:1) 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 herbal (1:1) extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, Purified Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Chickweed Herb by Indiana Botanic Gardens Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Chickweed Herb. 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 Herb, from the product label.
Indiana Botanic Gardens
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- Indiana Botanic Gardens, Inc.
- Street Address
- 3401 W. 37th Ave.
- City
- Hobart
- State
- IN
- ZipCode
- 46342
Chickweed Herb by Indiana Botanic Gardens: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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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 Chickweed Herb’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Chickweed Herb'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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