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Dietary supplement

Clary Sage Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Zongle Therapeutics

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

Clary Sage is a dietary supplement by Zongle Therapeutics with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for stress and anxiety, menstrual cramps, menopause symptoms.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 Clary Sage by Zongle Therapeutics

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: clary sage. It's a liquid form — the kind you'd typically use for aromatherapy by diffusing it rather than swallowing it.

The ingredient list also notes that the clary sage oil is steam-distilled, which is the method used to extract the essential oil from the plant.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Clary Sage's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: calming, sleep, hair, hormonal balance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Dysmenorrhea, menopause symptoms, stress and anxiety, sleep quality.
  • The closest evidence on file: Clary Sage is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Dysmenorrhea (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for clary sage isn't established yet in the data we hold. It's been studied for postoperative nausea and vomiting, postoperative pain, and period cramps (dysmenorrhea), but the research to date doesn't give us reliable evidence that it works for any of these.

That doesn't mean it won't help you — it means we need better studies to know.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Clary Sage

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Clary sage is generally well tolerated as a diluted essential oil for aromatherapy, but the product should not be taken by mouth. The safety data advises against using it during pregnancy because it's traditionally linked to uterine activity.

There isn't enough safety information to use it while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in that situation. No adverse effects are documented in our data.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Clary Sage

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 the ingredient we could check. That doesn't mean none exist — if you're on medications and want to be thorough, run them through the interaction checker on this page or ask your pharmacist.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

This is an aromatherapy product, not one you swallow. If you're interested in clary sage for postoperative symptoms or period pain, know that the evidence isn't strong enough yet to say it works.

Steer clear during pregnancy, and check with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're breastfeeding.

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 Oct 24, 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 Clary Sage, straight from the product label.

Brand Zongle Therapeutics
Net contents 0.5 Fluid Ounce(s); 15 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2022
DSLD ID 277102
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Clary Sage by Zongle Therapeutics, 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 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Drop(s)
Servings per container
250
IngredientAmount% DV
Clary Sage60 mg--

Other ingredients: Clary Sage Oil, Steam-Distilled

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Label statements
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Formulation

For aromatic, topical or internal use.

Calming and soothing Helps achieve a good night's sleep Supports healthy hair and scalp Helps relieve menstrual discomfort Promotes healthy hormonal balance

100% Pure Therapeutic Grade

Origin: France Bottled in USA

Artificial ingredients free GMO free Gluten free Preservatives free Paraben free

Vegan

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Caution: Possible skin sensitivity.

Keep out of reach of children.

If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor's care, consult your physician.

Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

Formula

Salvia sclarea

FDA Statement of Identity

Essential Oil Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

For internal use dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.

See for yourself

Clary Sage by Zongle Therapeutics label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Clary Sage by Zongle Therapeutics

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container250 Amounts shown are per serving.

Clary Sage

No known
interactions
60 mg per serving

Clary sage is a Mediterranean herb most often used as an essential oil for aromatherapy and to ease stress or menstrual discomfort. Evidence for these...

Clary Sage monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Clary Sage Oil, Steam-Distilled. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Clary Sage by Zongle Therapeutics Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Clary Sage. 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 Clary Sage, from the product label.

Zongle Therapeutics

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Name
Zongle Therapeutics
Web Address
www.zongletherapeutics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Clary Sage by Zongle Therapeutics: Common Questions

Does Clary Sage by Zongle Therapeutics interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Clary Sage. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Clary Sage 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 clary sage by mouth?
No — this product should not be taken by mouth. It's meant for aromatherapy use, like diffusing it in the air.
Is it safe to use clary sage while pregnant?
The safety data advises against it. Clary sage is traditionally linked to uterine activity, so pregnancy is a time to avoid it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions.
Can I use clary sage if I'm breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information to know whether it's okay while breastfeeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Does clary sage really help with nausea or pain after surgery?
The evidence isn't reliable yet. Studies have looked at clary sage for postoperative nausea, vomiting, and pain, but we don't have solid proof that it works.
Will clary sage interact with my medications?
No interactions are documented in our data for clary sage. If you want to double-check your exact medications, use the interaction checker on this page or ask your pharmacist.

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Clary Sage label
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The Full Monographs Behind Clary Sage’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Clary Sage'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 2 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.

Clary Sage 2 references
  1. Ou, M. C., Hsu, T. F., Lai, A. C., Lin, Y. T., and Lin, C. C. Pain relief assessment by aromatic essential oil massage on outpatients with primary dysmenorrhea: a randomized, double-blind clinical trial. J Obstet.Gynaecol.Res 2012;38(5):817-822. PubMed
  2. Amirhosseini M, Dehghan M, Mangolian Shahrbabaki P, Pakmanesh H. Effectiveness of aromatherapy for relief of pain, nausea, and vomiting after percutaneous nephrolithotomy: a randomized controlled trial. Complement Med Res 2020:1-9. Online ahead of print. PubMed

See these in context on the Clary Sage 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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