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Elecampane Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herb Pharm

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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Elecampane 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Elecampane is a dietary supplement by Herb Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for cough and bronchitis, asthma symptoms, loosening mucus (expectorant).Based on those ingredients, 248 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Elecampane Root Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Elecampane by Herb Pharm

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: elecampane root extract, a liquid herbal preparation. The extract is suspended in cane alcohol and distilled water.

Elecampane has a long history in traditional herbal practice, though modern evidence for its specific uses remains limited.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
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
Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: respiratory support for cough.
  • We looked for evidence on: Cough, bronchitis, asthma, expectorant.
  • The closest evidence on file: Elecampane is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cough (Natural Medicines).

The data we hold does not establish reliable evidence that elecampane works for acne or cough — both show insufficient evidence to rate. If you're considering this herb for another reason, that information isn't in our facts, so talk with your pharmacist about what the traditional or emerging evidence suggests for your specific interest.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Elecampane

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.

Elecampane is generally well tolerated in small amounts as a tea or tincture, but it can cause allergic reactions and stomach upset in some people. Topically, it may trigger allergic skin reactions, especially in anyone sensitive to the ragweed and daisy family of plants.

Taken orally at high doses, it can cause diarrhea, vomiting, and in rare cases more serious effects like spasms. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough information to know it's safe in either situation.

If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Elecampane

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 — Elecampane.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 248 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 Herb Pharm's Elecampane, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take any CNS depressants — that includes sleep aids, anti-anxiety drugs, opioids, sedating antihistamines, or any other medication that makes you drowsy. Adding elecampane could increase drowsiness to a Moderate degree.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Elecampane may be worth considering if you're interested in traditional herbal support and you don't take medications that cause drowsiness, but the modern evidence for its effectiveness is still unclear. Because of the moderate interaction risk with CNS depressants and the large number of affected medications, check your exact prescriptions with your pharmacist or doctor before starting.

Avoid it during pregnancy and 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 Mar 22, 2024.

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 Elecampane, straight from the product label.

Brand Herb Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 090700001483
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 Milliliter(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 22, 2024
DSLD ID 307484
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 Elecampane by Herb Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.7 mL
Servings per container
168
UPC/BARCODE
090700001483
IngredientAmount% DV
Elecampane Root Extract618 mg--

Other ingredients: Cane Alcohol, Water, Distilled

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use Shake well before using Adults: Add 1 squeeze of the dropper bulb to 2 oz. of water or juice, 2 or 4 times per day. Best taken between meals.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children

Storage

Store away from heat & light

Formula

Inula helenium

Elecampane liquid extract

We prepare our Elecampane Extract from the certified organically grown second-year root of Inula helenium plants.

Formulation

Respiratory system

USDA Organic

Gluten-free

Certified organic by Organic Certifiers

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

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Elecampane by Herb Pharm label

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Elecampane label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Elecampane by Herb Pharm

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

Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container168 Amounts shown are per serving.

Elecampane Root Extract

Interacts with
248 drugs
618 mg per serving

Elecampane is a traditional herb used mainly for coughs and other respiratory complaints, and as a bitter for digestion. Modern human evidence is very...

Elecampane Root Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Cane Alcohol, Water, Distilled. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Elecampane by Herb Pharm Drug Interactions

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248Drugs
248 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Elecampane Root Extract 248

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Elecampane interact with 248 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Elecampane interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Elecampane Root Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Elecampane 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.

Elecampane Root Extract1 drug type · 248 drugs

Cns Depressants

Theoretically, elecampane may cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Elecampane might have sedative effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Elecampane Root Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Elecampane, from the product label.

Herb Pharm

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Name
Herb Pharm
City
Williams
State
OR
ZipCode
97544
Phone Number
800-348-4372
Web Address
www.herb-pharm.com
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Elecampane by Herb Pharm: Common Questions

Does Elecampane by Herb Pharm interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Elecampane has a known interaction with 248 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Elecampane 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 if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — the safety data advises against both. There isn't enough information to know whether elecampane is safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid it during these times. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about alternatives.
What are the side effects I should watch for?
At normal doses, allergic reactions and stomach upset are the most common concerns. Topically, it can cause an allergic skin rash, especially if you're sensitive to ragweed or daisy-family plants. At high doses, you might experience diarrhea, vomiting, or spasms — so stick to the label dose.
Does elecampane actually work for cough or acne?
The reliable evidence to confirm either use isn't there yet according to our data. While elecampane has a long traditional history, modern studies haven't established how well it works for these conditions. Ask your pharmacist about what other evidence might exist outside our database if you're interested in trying it.
Why does this have alcohol in it?
It's a liquid extract — cane alcohol and distilled water are used to extract and preserve the active compounds from the plant. If you need to avoid alcohol entirely, mention that to your pharmacist so you can explore other forms.

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The Full Monographs Behind Elecampane’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Elecampane

Interacts with 248 drugs

Elecampane is a traditional herb used mainly for coughs and other respiratory complaints, and as a bitter for digestion. Modern human evidence is very limited, so it should be seen as a folk...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Elecampane'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 5 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.

Elecampane 5 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  3. Lamminpaa A, Estlander T, Jolanki R, Kanerva L. Occupational allergic contact dermatitis caused by decorative plants. Contact Dermatitis 1996;34:330-5. PubMed
  4. Pazzaglia, M., Venturo, N., Borda, G., and Tosti, A. Contact dermatitis due to a massage liniment containing Inula helenium extract. Contact Dermatitis 1995;33(4):267.
  5. Aalto-Korte, K., Alanko, K., Kuuliala, O., and Jolanki, R. Late reactions in patch tests: a 4-year review from a clinic of occupational dermatology. Contact Dermatitis 2007;56(2):81-86. 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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