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Damiana Leaf Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbadiet

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Damiana Leaf Extract is a dietary supplement by Herbadiet with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for low libido / aphrodisiac, anxiety and stress, mood and mild low energy.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Damiana leaf extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Damiana Leaf Extract by Herbadiet

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: damiana leaf extract. Damiana is a traditional plant preparation used in herbal medicine, though human research on what it actually does is sparse.

The capsule itself is made from vegetable cellulose, an inert shell.

Does it work?

Not established
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 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 Damiana's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: natural aphrodisiac and mood enhancer.
  • We looked for evidence on: Sexual dysfunction, Erectile dysfunction (ED), Depression, Menopausal symptoms, libido, sexual desire.
  • The closest evidence on file: Damiana is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Sexual dysfunction (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Damiana is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Depression, Erectile dysfunction (ED), Menopausal symptoms.

The evidence for damiana isn't established in our data. Claims exist for sexual dysfunction, asthma, headache, cognitive function, constipation, and depression — but we hold insufficient reliable evidence to rate how well it works for any of them.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the human trial data aren't there yet to say one way or the other.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Damiana

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.

Damiana is likely fine in the amounts people traditionally eat or drink as food or tea, but human safety data are limited overall. At very high doses — 200 grams of extract — it has caused severe reactions including tetanus-like convulsions and seizures resembling strychnine poisoning.

There isn't enough safety data to know whether it's safe in pregnancy or while breastfeeding; the data advises against use in both situations.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Damiana

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Damiana.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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.

If you take any antidiabetes drug or blood sugar medication, check it with your doctor or pharmacist before starting damiana. Damiana may increase the risk of low blood sugar when combined with these drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Damiana Leaf Extract may appeal to you if you're interested in traditional herbal approaches, but the evidence for what it does isn't solid yet. If you take blood sugar medication, you'll need to check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this — it could lower your blood sugar further.

Talk it over with them to see if it fits your situation.

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 Dec 18, 2021.

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 Damiana Leaf Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbadiet
Barcode (UPC) 880624902887
Net contents 60 V-Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 18, 2021
DSLD ID 257504
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Damiana Leaf Extract by Herbadiet, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
880624902887
IngredientAmount% DV
Damiana leaf extract400 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Shell

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Label statements
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Formula

Herbadiet Damiana Leaf is a high potency 10:1 concentrated extract. This full spectrum extract retains all the active constituents in nature intended balanced ratio. Encapsulating this goodness in our quick release, easy to swallow vegan capsules, guarantees you a premium quality nutritional supplement.

Formulation

Natural aphrodisiac Mood enhancer May help to correct female frigidity

Natural color variation may occur in this product

100% natural Promotes sexual wellness

Non-GMO

Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

Free Of preservatives, binders, gluten, artificial ingredients, dairy, soy, wheat, yeast

Every batch 3rd party lab tested

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Do not use if seal under the cap is broken or missing. Dietary supplement shouldn't be used as a substitute for a varied diet

Caution: If you are pregnant, breast feeding, or taking medications, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Not for medicinal use

Storage

Store in cool, dry place

Seals/Symbols

fssai Lic. No.: 20817018000147 Vcaps Plus GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Quality Product

General Statements

1% for the planet

License Number: 10018064001315

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for Use: Take 1 capsule twice a day, preferably with meals or as directed by your physician.

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Damiana Leaf Extract by Herbadiet label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Damiana Leaf Extract by Herbadiet

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Damiana leaf extract

Interacts with
86 drugs
400 mg per serving Form: Turnera diffusa

Damiana is a traditional herb most famous as an aphrodisiac and mild mood-lifter, but solid human evidence for any of its uses is very limited. It is...

Damiana leaf extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Damiana Leaf Extract by Herbadiet Drug Interactions

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86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Damiana Leaf Extract 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.

Damiana leaf extract1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking damiana with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research shows that taking damiana lowers blood glucose level.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Damiana Leaf Extract, from the product label.

Herbadiet

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Name
Arkure Health Care
City
Haryana
State
India
Web Address
www.herbadiet.in
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Damiana Leaf Extract by Herbadiet: Common Questions

Does Damiana Leaf Extract by Herbadiet interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Damiana Leaf Extract has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Damiana Leaf Extract 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.
Does damiana actually work for sexual dysfunction or any other condition?
The evidence isn't established in our data. Claims exist for sexual dysfunction, asthma, headache, cognitive function, constipation, and depression, but human trials aren't robust enough to say whether it works for any of them.
Is damiana safe to take every day?
Damiana is likely fine in the amounts people traditionally consume as food or tea, but human safety data are limited. Very high doses — 200 grams of extract — have caused serious neurological reactions. Stick to normal doses and talk with your pharmacist if you're taking it long-term.
Can I take damiana if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data to know either way. The available information advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to see what's best for your situation.
What's in the capsule besides the extract?
The capsule shell is made from vegetable cellulose, which is an inert filler. That's it — no other inactive ingredients.
I take metformin for diabetes. Can I use this product?
Damiana might lower your blood sugar further, which increases your risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Check with your doctor or pharmacist before you start — they can advise whether it's safe for you or if your metformin dose needs adjustment.

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The Full Monographs Behind Damiana Leaf Extract’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Damiana Leaf Extract'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.

Damiana 2 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Alarcon-Aquilar FJ, Roman-Ramos R, Perez-Gutierrez S, et al. Study of the anti-hyperglycemic effect of plants used as antidiabetics. J Ethnopharmacol 1998;61:101-10. PubMed

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