Focus ADDult Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Focus ADDult 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
Focus ADDult is a dietary supplement by Native Remedies with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and concentration, digestive upset, hair growth.Based on those ingredients, 800 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Gotu Kola, Rosemary. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Focus ADDult by Native Remedies
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
Focus ADDult is a liquid with 4 active ingredients: Rosemary, White Ginseng, Gotu Kola, and Red Ginseng, blended together. Rosemary is included for its effects on memory.
Gotu Kola has traditionally been used for cognitive support. The two ginsengs round out the formula as tonics, though we hold limited interaction data on both.
The product is made with glycerin and water as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Rosemary is possibly effective for memory. Gotu Kola is possibly effective for venous insufficiency (poor circulation in the veins) and burns, though it's possibly ineffective for radiation dermatitis and cognitive function specifically.
The evidence isn't established in our data for either ingredient on age-related cognitive decline, Alzheimer's disease, or general anxiety — so we can't say whether this product works for those uses. The effectiveness of White Ginseng and Red Ginseng isn't in the data we hold.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Rosemary in normal culinary amounts is considered safe, but concentrated extracts need caution. During pregnancy, food amounts are likely fine; medicinal or large doses should be avoided.
Medicinal doses haven't been studied enough during breastfeeding, so they should be avoided then too. Topically, rosemary can cause allergic reactions, rashes, or lip swelling.
Orally, the undiluted oil might trigger seizures because of its camphor content. Gotu Kola is generally well tolerated short-term, but quality evidence is limited and liver concerns have been reported — there are four case reports of liver toxicity, though it's unclear whether gotu kola caused them.
Avoid gotu Kola during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough safety data. The most common side effects are stomach irritation and nausea when taken by mouth, and eczema when applied to skin.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check your blood thinners (anticoagulants) or antiplatelet drugs before using this product — rosemary may increase bleeding risk. Also double-check if you take diabetes medications, aspirin or similar salicylate drugs, sedating medications (CNS depressants), or any drugs that can harm your liver.
White Ginseng and Red Ginseng weren't checked because we hold no interaction data for them.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product may help with memory, but it carries Moderate interactions with blood thinners, diabetes drugs, and sedating medications. If you take any of those or aspirin-type drugs, check with your pharmacist first.
Also watch for potential liver concerns with gotu kola — if you have liver disease or take liver-stressing drugs, talk to your pharmacist before starting.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 2 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 24, 2025.
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 Focus ADDult, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Native Remedies |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 810845010009 |
| Net contents | 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 59 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 24, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 331796 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Children 4 or More Years of Age, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Focus ADDult by Native Remedies, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Formula | 0.5 mL | -- |
| Rosemary | 0 NP | -- |
| White Ginseng | 0 NP | -- |
| Gotu Kola | 0 NP | -- |
| Red Ginseng | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Glycerin, Water, Deionized
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Precautions
Tamper resistant for your protection. Use only if safety seal is intact.
Do not use within 3 hours of bedtime.
Caution: Safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not yet been established.
Children under 12 years, except under medical supervision.
Formulation
Contains no artificial flavors or colorants. No gluten added.
All Native Remedies health products are especially formulated by experts in the field of natural health and are manufactured according to the highest pharmaceutical standards for maximum safety and effectiveness.
All-Natural Promotes focus & concentration in teens & adults Liquid Drops
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Dilute drops in a small amount of water or juice or drop directly into mouth 3 times daily. Adults & Children 15+: 0.50 mL. Children 12-14: 0.25 mL.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Seals/Symbols
K Parve (Kosher) K-1604
Formula
K Parve (Kosher) K-1604
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
General Statements
Int'l.: +1-920-232-3275
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Focus ADDult by Native Remedies label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Focus ADDult by Native Remedies
These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.5 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container118 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Other (inactive) ingredients: Glycerin, Water, Deionized. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Focus ADDult by Native Remedies Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Focus ADDult by Native Remedies contains ingredients that do interact with medications.
Rosemary, one of the active components, carries Moderate-severity interactions with blood thinners (anticoagulants) and antiplatelet drugs — it may increase bleeding risk because it can slow platelet clumping.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Rosemary also interacts Moderately with diabetes medications and aspirin-type drugs. If you take diabetes pills or insulin, rosemary might lower your blood sugar further.
Aspirin and similar salicylate-containing drugs may have added effects when combined with rosemary, which itself contains salicylates. There's also a Minor interaction with certain drugs metabolized by the liver (CYP1A2 substrates), though this has not been confirmed in humans.
Gotu kola, another ingredient here, has Moderate interactions with sedating drugs — it may increase drowsiness — and with medications that can harm your liver. White Ginseng and Red Ginseng are also in this product, but we couldn't check them for interactions.
Altogether, these interactions span 783 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Focus ADDult interact with 800 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 4 ingredients in Focus ADDult interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Gotu Kola Rosemary
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
How Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionAbacavir, LamivudineEpzicom
How Abacavir, Lamivudine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
RosemaryAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary + Abciximab interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
RosemaryAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
RosemaryAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rosemary with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rosemary + Acarbose interactionGotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
RosemaryAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
RosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionGotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
RosemaryAspirin, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionGotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaCns Depressants, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaCns Depressants, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaCns Depressants, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaCns Depressants, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaCns Depressants, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Focus ADDult — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gotu KolaHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
Read the full Gotu Kola + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionRosemaryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Focus ADDult with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Gotu Kola
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, taking gotu kola might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
In vitro research suggests that gotu kola may have sedative effects via binding of GABA receptors.
Hepatotoxic Drugs
Theoretically, taking gotu kola with hepatotoxic drugs might have additive adverse effects.
There are at least four case reports of hepatotoxicity associated with the use of gotu kola. However, more information is needed to determine if gotu kola was the causative factor in these cases.
Rosemary
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that rosemary inhibits platelet aggregation.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking rosemary with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research shows that rosemary extract can decrease blood glucose levels in diabetic models. However, research in humans is conflicting. Although rosemary powder decreased blood glucose levels in healthy adults, no change in blood glucose levels was seen in adults with type 2 diabetes, most of whom were taking antidiabetes drugs.
Aspirin
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Rosemary is reported to contain salicylates.
Choline Magnesium Trisalicylate (Trilisate)
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as choline magnesium trisalicylate.
Rosemary is reported to contain salicylate.
Salsalate (Disalcid)
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as salsalate.
Rosemary is reported to contain salicylate.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that rosemary induces CYP1A2 enzymes. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Focus ADDult, from the product label.
Native Remedies
See all Native Remedies products- Name
- Silver Star Brands
- City
- Oshkosh
- State
- WI
- ZipCode
- 54906
- Phone Number
- 1-877-289-1235
- Web Address
- www.nativeremedies.com
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Rosemary
Interacts with 372 drugsRosemary is a fragrant Mediterranean herb that is safe and flavorful in normal food amounts. Some early research suggests possible benefits for memory, mood, and hair growth, but the evidenc...
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Interacts with 579 drugsGotu kola is a traditional Ayurvedic and Asian herb that people use for wound healing, circulation, skin problems, and as a calming or memory-supporting herb. Some early studies suggest poss...
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The 38 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.
Rosemary 20 references
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
- Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs and Related Remedies. 3rd ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1993.
- The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Cartier LC, Lehrer A, Malo JL. Occupational asthma caused by aromatic herbs. Allergy 1996;51:647-9. DOI
- Burkhard PR, Burkhardt K, Haenggeli CA, Landis T. Plant-induced seizures: reappearance of an old problem. J Neurol 1999;246:667-70. PubMed
- Swain AR, Dutton SP, Truswell AS. Salicylates in foods. J Am Diet.Assoc 1985;85(8):950-60. DOI
- Zhu BT, Loder DP, Cai MX, et al. Dietary administration of an extract from rosemary leaves enhances the liver microsomal metabolism of endogenous estrogens and decreases their uterotropic action in CD-1 mice. Carcinogenesis 1998;19(10):1821-7. PubMed
- Debersac P, Heydel JM, Amiot MJ, et al. Induction of cytochrome P450 and/or detoxication enzymes by various extracts of rosemary: description of specific patterns. Food Chem Toxicol 2001;39(9):907-18. PubMed
- Debersac P, Vernevaut MF, Amiot MJ, et al. Effects of a water-soluble extract of rosemary and its purified component rosmarinic acid on xenobiotic-metabolizing enzymes in rat liver. Food Chem Toxicol 2001;39(2):109-17. PubMed
- Lee JJ, Jin YR, Lee JH, et al. Antiplatelet activity of carnosic acid, a phenolic diterpene from Rosmarinus officinalis. Planta Med 2007;73(2):121-7.
- Yamamoto J, Yamada K, Naemura A, et al. Testing various herbs for antithrombotic effect. Nutrition 2005;21(5):580-7. PubMed
- Naemura A, Ura M, Yamashita T, et al. Long-term intake of rosemary and common thyme herbs inhibits experimental thrombosis without prolongation of bleeding time. Thromb Res 2008;122(4):517-22. PubMed
- Lee JJ, Jin YR, Lim Y, et al. Antiplatelet activity of carnosol is mediated by the inhibition of TXA2 receptor and cytosolic calcium mobilization. Vascul Pharmacol 2006;45:148-53. PubMed
- Bakirel, T., Bakirel, U., Keles, O. U., Ulgen, S. G., and Yardibi, H. In vivo assessment of antidiabetic and antioxidant activities of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) in alloxan-diabetic rabbits. J Ethnopharmacol 2-28-2008;116(1):64-73. PubMed
- Erenmemisoglu, A., Saraymen, R., and Ustun, S. Effect of a Rosmarinus officinalis leave extract on plasma glucose levels in normoglycaemic and diabetic mice. Pharmazie 1997;52(8):645-646.
- Valones MAA, Silva ICG, Gueiros LAM, Leão JC, Caldas AF Jr, Carvalho AAT. Clinical assessment of rosemary-based toothpaste (Rosmarinus officinalis Linn.): A randomized controlled double-blind study. Braz Dent J. 2019;30(2):146-151. PubMed
- Quirarte-Báez SM, Zamora-Perez AL, Reyes-Estrada CA, et al. A shortened treatment with rosemary tea (rosmarinus officinalis) instead of glucose in patients with diabetes mellitus type 2 (TSD). J Popul Ther Clin Pharmacol. 2019;26(4):e18-e28.
- Al Jamal A. Effect of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) on lipid profiles and blood glucose in human diabetic patients (type-2). African J. Biochem. Res. 2014;8(8):147-50. DOI
Gotu Kola 18 references
- Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
- Pointel JP, Boccalon H, Cloarec M, et al. Titrated extract of Centella asiatica (TECA) in the treatment of venous insufficiency of the lower limbs. Angiol 1987;38:46-50. PubMed
- Brinkhaus B, Lindner M, Schuppan D, Hahn EG. Chemical, pharmacological and clinical profile of the east Asian medical plant Centella asiatica. Phytomedicine 2000;7:427-48.
- Eun HC, Lee AY. Contact dermatitis due to madecassol. Contact Dermatitis 1985;13:310-3.. PubMed
- Hausen BM. Centella asiatica (Indian pennywort), an effective therapeutic but a weak sensitizer. Contact Dermatitis 1993;29:175-9..
- Bilbao I, Aguirre A, Zabala R, et al. Allergic contact dermatitis from butoxyethyl nicotinic acid and Centella asiatica extract. Contact Dermatitis 1995;33:435-6.
- Cesarone MR, Incandela L, De Sanctis MT, et al. Evaluation of treatment of diabetic microangiopathy with total triterpenic fraction of Centella asiatica: a clinical prospective randomized trial with a microcirculatory model. Angiology 2001;52 Suppl 2 DOI
- Bradwejn J, Zhou Y, Koszycki D, Shlik J. A double-blind, placebo-controlled study on the effects of Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) on acoustic startle response in healthy subjects. J Clin Psychopharmacol 2000;20:680-4. PubMed
- Young GL, Jewell D. Creams for preventing stretch marks in pregnancy. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;(2):CD000066. PubMed
- Jorge OA, Jorge AD. Hepatotoxicity associated with the ingestion of Centella asiatica. Rev Esp Enferm Dig 2005;97:115-24. PubMed
- Mallol J, Belda MA, Costa D, et al. Prophylaxis of striae gravidarum with a topical formulation. A double blind trial. Int J Cosmet Sci 1991;3:51-7.
- Izu, R., Aguirre, A., Gil, N., and Diaz-Perez, J. L. Allergic contact dermatitis from a cream containing Centella asiatica extract. Contact Dermatitis 1992;26(3):192-193.
- Santucci, B., Picardo, M., and Cristaudo, A. Contact dermatitis due to Centelase. Contact Dermatitis 1985;13(1):39. PubMed
- Vena, G. A. and Angelini, G. Contact allergy to Centelase. Contact Dermatitis 1986;15(2):108-109. PubMed
- Marastoni, F., Baldo, A., Redaelli, G., and Ghiringhelli, L. [Centella asiatica extract in venous pathology of the lower limbs and its evaluation as compared with tribenoside]. Minerva Cardioangiol. 1982;30(4):201-207.
- Danese, P., Carnevali, C., and Bertazzoni, M. G. Allergic contact dermatitis due to Centella asiatica extract. Contact Dermatitis 1994;31(3):201.
- Bilbao, I., Aguirre, A., Zabala, R., Gonzalez, R., Raton, J., and Diaz Perez, J. L. Allergic contact dermatitis from butoxyethyl nicotinic acid and Centella asiatica extract. Contact Dermatitis 1995;33(6):435-436.
- Dantuluri S, North-lewis P, Karthik SV. Gotu Kola induced hepatotoxicity in a child - need for caution with alternative remedies. Dig Liver Dis. 2011;43(6):500. PubMed
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