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Forsythia Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

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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 Forsythia 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

Forsythia is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for colds and flu symptoms, sore throat, fever.Based on those ingredients, 123 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are certified organic Forsythia dried fruit liquid extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Forsythia 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 forsythia dried fruit liquid extract. Forsythia is a traditional herbal remedy used in herbal medicine, typically for short-term use.

The extract is prepared using menstruum, an inactive carrier ingredient that helps deliver the forsythia compounds in liquid form.

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 Forsythia product and its label doesn't state a use — see Forsythia'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 we hold doesn't establish that forsythia is effective for bronchiolitis (a respiratory infection, especially in children). The rating is insufficient reliable evidence — meaning the research so far isn't solid enough to say whether it works for this condition or not.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Forsythia

How safe is it?

Limited data
Safety Information · database check
Limited information

Little studied safety information is available for these ingredients — that is not the same as being safe.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 0 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.

Forsythia is generally used short-term in traditional medicine, but human safety data are limited, so we don't have a full picture of long-term use. The safety data we hold advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, as there isn't enough evidence to know it's safe for you or your baby in those situations.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or considering it for a child.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Forsythia

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 — Forsythia.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 123 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 taking this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on any blood thinner or antiplatelet drug (like aspirin, warfarin, clopidogrel, heparin, or enoxaparin) — forsythia may increase bleeding risk. Also flag azithromycin (Zithromax) or any other azithromycin-based antibiotic, where a minor interaction is documented.

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The bottom line

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

Herbal Terra Forsythia is a traditional short-term herbal remedy, but the evidence for bronchiolitis isn't established in our data. It does carry interaction risk with blood thinners and one antibiotic.

If you take medications — especially blood thinners or azithromycin — check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, and avoid it during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless you've cleared it with them.

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 Nov 21, 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 Forsythia, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7429523494470
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2020
DSLD ID 233797
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Forsythia 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
7429523494470
IngredientAmount% DV
certified organic Forsythia dried fruit liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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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.

Formulation

Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility

Sugar free

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

Non GMO

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

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

Forsythia suspensa

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

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

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Forsythia by Herbal Terra label

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Forsythia label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Forsythia 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.

Certified organic Forsythia dried fruit liquid extract

Interacts with
123 drugs
970 mg per serving

Forsythia is a traditional Chinese herb, used mainly for cold and flu symptoms and as part of multi-herb formulas. Most evidence comes from laboratory...

Certified organic Forsythia dried fruit liquid extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Forsythia by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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122 Moderate 1 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

certified organic Forsythia dried fruit liquid extract 123

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Forsythia interact with 123 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Forsythia interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. certified organic Forsythia dried fruit liquid extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Forsythia 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 Forsythia dried fruit liquid extract2 drug types · 123 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, taking forsythia with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding due to decreased platelet aggregation. Forsythia might reduce platelet aggregation by inhibiting platelet activating factor. Some of these drugs include aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), dalteparin (Fragmin), enoxaparin (Lovenox), heparin, ticlopidine (Ticlid), warfarin (Coumadin), and others.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Azithromycin (Zithromax)

Theoretically, taking forsythia with azithromycin might increase the risk of adverse effects. Animal research in rats shows that taking a single dose of forsythia with azithromycin decreases the clearance and increases the area under the curve of both forsythiaside, a constituent of forsythia, and azithromycin. The mechanism of this interaction is not well understood.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
certified organic Forsythia dried fruit liquid extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra
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Forsythia by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Forsythia by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Forsythia has a known interaction with 123 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Forsythia 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 Forsythia if I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against it — there isn't enough evidence to know it's safe during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Is it safe to use while breastfeeding?
The safety data suggests it's best avoided while breastfeeding, because we don't have enough information on whether it passes into breast milk or could affect your baby. Discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist if you're nursing.
Does it work for bronchiolitis?
We don't have reliable evidence that it does. The evidence rating for forsythia and bronchiolitis is insufficient — meaning the research so far isn't solid enough to say whether it's effective or not.
How long can I use this for?
Forsythia is generally used short-term in traditional medicine, but human safety data for longer use are limited. Your doctor or pharmacist can advise how long is right for your situation.
What's in this liquid besides forsythia?
The extract uses menstruum as a carrier to deliver the forsythia in liquid form. Menstruum is an inactive ingredient that helps extract and dissolve the active compounds.

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The Full Monographs Behind Forsythia’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Forsythia

Interacts with 123 drugs

Forsythia is a traditional Chinese herb, used mainly for cold and flu symptoms and as part of multi-herb formulas. Most evidence comes from laboratory, animal, and traditional use rather tha...

Read the full Forsythia monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Forsythia'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 3 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.

Forsythia 3 references
  1. Kong XT, Fang HT, Jiang GQ, et al. Treatment of acute bronchiolitis with Chinese herbs. Arch Dis Child 1993;68:468-71. PubMed
  2. Iwakami S, Wu JB, Ebizuka Y, Sankawa U. Platelet activating factor (PAF) antagonists contained in medicinal plants: lignans and sesquiterpenes. Chem Pharm Bull (Tokyo) 1992;40:1196-8. PubMed
  3. Li XG, Ni J, Shen S, Wang XP, Tian JC. Pharmacokinetic interaction of Forsythia suspensa extract and azithromycin injection after single and co-intravenous administration in rats. Chin J Nat Med 2020;18(3):234-240. PubMed

See these in context on the Forsythia 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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