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Dietary supplement

Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

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

Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for menopause symptoms, menstrual cramps and irregular periods, premenstrual syndrome (pms).Based on those ingredients, 163 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are certified organic Chinese Angelica dried root liquid extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Chinese Angelica 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: certified organic Chinese Angelica dried root liquid extract, also known as dong quai. The form is a liquid extract, so you get the herb's compounds in concentrated form.

Menstruum (the liquid used to extract the herb) is an inactive ingredient.

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 Dong Quai product and its label doesn't state a use — see Dong Quai'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 dong quai in the conditions listed — iron deficiency anemia, osteoporosis, coronary heart disease, migraine headache, and atopic dermatitis (eczema) — is insufficient in our data. That means the science hasn't established whether it works for any of these.

If you're considering it for one of these uses, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what the broader research shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Dong Quai

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.

Dong quai is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are burping and flatulence.

The supplement can increase your bleeding risk and may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, so use it with care. Avoid it during pregnancy — the safety data advises against it.

There isn't enough safety information to know whether it's okay while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice. Dong quai also contains compounds that are potentially carcinogenic, though we don't know if the amounts in supplements are high enough to pose a long-term risk.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Dong Quai

Meds to double-check

Major interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Major identified

At least one ingredient has a documented Major-severity interaction. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Dong Quai.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 163 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.

Before you take this, check whether you're on warfarin or any blood thinner (anticoagulant or antiplatelet drug) — dong quai raises your bleeding risk, and warfarin interactions are rated Major. Also double-check if you take estrogens, whether for hormone replacement therapy or birth control, since dong quai may interfere with how well they work.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you take warfarin, any blood thinner, or estrogen therapy, check with us before starting this product — the interactions are real and potentially serious. Even if you don't take those medications, let your pharmacist know you're considering it, especially if you have a bleeding disorder or upcoming surgery.

Dong quai isn't established to work for the conditions commonly cited for 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 Sep 25, 2020.

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 Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7429523463421
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2020
DSLD ID 234555
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 Chinese Angelica 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
120
UPC/BARCODE
7429523463421
IngredientAmount% DV
certified organic Chinese Angelica dried root liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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Formulation

Origin of plant material: Bulgaria.

Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility

Alcohol free

Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Alcohol-free liquid herbal extract

Non GMO

No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Direction 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. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Notice This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Caution May have contraindications.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

Formula

Angelica sinensis

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free

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Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Chinese Angelica 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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

970 mg per serving

Dong Quai is a traditional Chinese herb often called "female ginseng" and is mostly used for menstrual and menopausal complaints. High-quality scienti...

Certified organic Chinese Angelica dried root liquid extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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163Drugs
2 Major 161 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Chinese Angelica 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.

certified organic Chinese Angelica dried root liquid extract3 drug types · 163 drugs

Warfarin (Coumadin)

Dong quai may increase the risk of bleeding when used with warfarin.
Case reports suggest that concomitant use of dong quai with warfarin can increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin and increase the risk of bleeding. In one case, after 4 weeks of taking dong quai 565 mg once or twice daily, the international normalized ratio (INR) increased to 4.9. The INR normalized 4 weeks after discontinuation of dong quai.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, dong quai may increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Animal studies suggest that dong quai has antithrombin activity and inhibits platelet aggregation due to its coumarin components. Additionally, some case reports in humans suggest that dong quai can increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin. However, clinical research in healthy adults shows that taking 1 gram of dong quai root daily for 3 weeks does not significantly inhibit platelet aggregation or cause bleeding. Until more is known, use dong quai with caution in patients taking antiplatelet/anticoagulant drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Estrogens

Theoretically, dong quai may reduce the effects of estrogens.
Dong quai has estrogenic effects. Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of dong quai might interfere with hormone replacement therapy due to competition for estrogen receptors.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free has a known interaction with 163 medications, including 2 rated major. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Chinese Angelica 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 with my blood thinner or aspirin?
No — not without talking to your pharmacist first. Dong quai can increase bleeding risk with warfarin (Major concern) and with other blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs like aspirin (Moderate concern). Your pharmacist needs to review your specific medications and dosages.
What are the common side effects?
Most people tolerate dong quai well. The most common side effects are burping and flatulence. It can also make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, so protect yourself if you're out in the sun.
Can I take this while pregnant?
No — the safety data advises against it during pregnancy because dong quai may stimulate the uterus and affect bleeding. Talk with your doctor before considering it if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information to say either way, so it's best to avoid it while breastfeeding. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're interested in taking it.
Does this actually work for anemia, migraines, or eczema?
The evidence we have is insufficient to say whether dong quai works for those conditions. If you're using it for a specific health concern, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what the research supports.
Can I take this if I'm on birth control or hormone replacement?
Check with your pharmacist first. Dong quai has estrogenic effects and may theoretically interfere with how well estrogen therapy works, so your provider needs to know about it.

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The Full Monographs Behind Chinese Angelica Alcohol Free’s Ingredients

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Chinese Angelica 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 19 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.

Dong Quai 19 references
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