Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa 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
Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa is a dietary supplement by Wise Woman Herbals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for urinary tract support, diuretic (increasing urine flow), mild inflammation.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 Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa by Wise Woman Herbals
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
Low disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: pipsissewa, a plant used in traditional herbalism. The liquid is preserved with alcohol and glycerin, and diluted in spring water.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
We don't have effectiveness data on file for pipsissewa. The safety notes indicate that while it has a long history of traditional use, modern scientific evidence supporting its benefits is limited.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Here's what matters: pipsissewa contains hydroquinone, and chronic oral use may lead to hydroquinone toxicity — symptoms include tinnitus (ringing in the ears), vomiting, delirium, convulsions, and collapse. The safety data advises against using it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to say it's safe in those situations.
Long-term use should be discussed with your doctor or pharmacist.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Still, talk to your pharmacist or doctor before combining this with any medications — they'll have your full medical picture.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
This is a traditional herbal product with limited modern safety and effectiveness evidence. If you're thinking about using it long-term, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other medications, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist first.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2023.
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 Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Wise Woman Herbals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 748840007383 |
| Net contents | 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 24, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 284791 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa by Wise Woman Herbals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 3 mL | -- |
| Pipsissewa | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Spring Water, Alcohol, Glycerin
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Shake well. Add 10-60 drops to water, 1-4 times per day.
Formulation
The presence of particulate matter in this product is normal.
Precautions
Caution: Not recommended during pregnancy.
Keep out of the reach of children.
General Statements
Botanical formula
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Storage
Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight with the lid tightly sealed.
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Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa by Wise Woman Herbals label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa by Wise Woman Herbals
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size10 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container20 Amounts shown are per serving.
Proprietary Blend
Other (inactive) ingredients: Spring Water, Alcohol, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa by Wise Woman Herbals Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa. 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 Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa, from the product label.
Wise Woman Herbals
See all Wise Woman Herbals products- Name
- Wise Woman Herbals
- City
- Creswell
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97426
- Phone Number
- 541.895.5152
- Web Address
- wisewomanherbals.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Chimaphila Umb. Pipsissewa'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 1 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.
Pipsissewa 1 reference
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
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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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