Grains of Paradise Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Grains of Paradise 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
Grains of Paradise is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and bloating, weight and metabolism support, aphrodisiac (traditional use).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 Grains of Paradise 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: a certified organic liquid extract of Grains of Paradise seed (Aframomum melegueta). The extract is suspended in menstruum, which is the liquid solvent used to prepare herbal extracts.
Grains of Paradise is a West African spice traditionally used in cooking and herbal preparations.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
We hold no effectiveness ratings in our data for Grains of Paradise, so we can't tell you whether clinical evidence supports its use for any particular condition. If you're considering it for a specific health goal, it's worth asking your doctor or pharmacist what the research actually shows.
How safe is it?
Some data gaps
Grains of Paradise in food amounts is likely well tolerated, but supplement safety hasn't been well studied, so we don't have solid data on how it behaves at higher medicinal doses. The safety data we hold advises against taking it during pregnancy or while breastfeeding — there isn't enough information to know it's safe in those situations.
If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredient we could check in this product. That means no medication types are flagged — but it's still smart to run your specific prescriptions through the tool on this page if you want to be sure.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.
Grains of Paradise is a traditional spice with no documented drug interactions, but supplement-level safety data is thin. It's not backed by effectiveness ratings in our data, so check with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for what you're trying to do.
Anyone who's pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding should clear it with their own healthcare provider first.
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 Sep 25, 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
General information
Key facts about Grains of Paradise, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 7429523598529 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 235054 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| certified organic Grains of Paradise (Aframomum melegueta) dried seed liquid extract | 970 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Menstruum
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Formulation
Origin of plant material: Morocco.
Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility
Alcohol free
Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Alcohol-free liquid herbal extract
Non GMO
No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free
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.
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
Aframomum melegueta
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free
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Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Grains of Paradise 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 Grains of Paradise (Aframomum melegueta) dried seed liquid extract
No knowninteractions
Grains of paradise is a West African spice in the ginger family that people use for digestion, as a spice, and more recently in supplements aimed at m...
Certified organic Grains of Paradise (Aframomum melegueta) dried seed liquid extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Grains of Paradise. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Grains of Paradise, from the product label.
Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Grains of Paradise’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Grains of Paradise'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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.
Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.
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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