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Green Ginger & Wormseed Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pure Herbs

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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Green Ginger & Wormseed 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

Green Ginger & Wormseed is a dietary supplement by Pure Herbs with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for intestinal worms (roundworm, hookworm), digestive upset and gas, respiratory complaints.Based on those ingredients, 376 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Epazote aerial part extract, Wormwood Aerial Part Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Green Ginger & Wormseed by Pure Herbs

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (1,906 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This liquid blend contains 2 active ingredients: epazote aerial part extract and wormwood aerial part extract. Epazote has been traditionally used for intestinal parasites, though we don't have reliable evidence of its effectiveness for that purpose in our data.

Wormwood has a long history in herbal medicine for digestive and biliary complaints, but again, we lack sufficient evidence to confirm it works for any of those conditions — including biliary disorders, Crohn disease, depression, dyspepsia, or osteoarthritis. There are no inactive ingredients listed.

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

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: helps maintain healthy blood.
  • We looked for evidence on: blood health, circulation, hematopoiesis.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence isn't established in our data. Epazote is rated as having insufficient reliable evidence for intestinal parasite infection.

Wormwood carries the same rating across multiple uses — biliary disorders, Crohn disease, depression, dyspepsia, and osteoarthritis all lack sufficient reliable evidence to support its effectiveness. If you're considering this product for a specific condition, that's a conversation worth having with your doctor or pharmacist.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Chenopodium Oil Wormwood

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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Both ingredients in this product carry serious safety flags. Epazote contains ascaridole, a toxic compound with a very narrow margin between an effective dose and a dangerous one — it's classified as unsafe for oral use.

It can cause dizziness, headache, vomiting, skin and mucous membrane irritation, and in rare cases, circulatory collapse, convulsions, temporary deafness, kidney and liver damage, paralysis, and death. Wormwood contains thujone, a neurotoxin that can trigger nausea, vomiting, muscle aches, and in rare instances, acute kidney damage, seizures, and rhabdomyolysis.

Chronic heavy use has been linked to hallucinations, tremors, brain damage, and psychiatric illness. Neither ingredient should be used during pregnancy — both may stimulate the uterus and carry serious toxicity risks.

Epazote is unsafe during breastfeeding, and wormwood is best avoided while nursing due to insufficient safety data. The safety data advises against both during these periods.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Chenopodium Oil Wormwood

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?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Wormwood, Chenopodium Oil.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: seizure medications.
  • For scale: 376 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 anticonvulsant drugs (seizure medications), check with your pharmacist before starting this product — wormwood may interfere with how they work. If you're on any photosensitizing medication (a drug that increases your skin's sun sensitivity), that also needs a safety review first.

These are the two documented interaction categories in our data.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product carries significant safety concerns that go beyond typical supplement caution. Epazote and wormwood both contain toxic compounds with narrow safety margins and risk of serious adverse effects.

There's no reliable evidence either ingredient works for its traditional uses. Unless your doctor has specifically recommended this product and cleared it for you, it's worth discussing with your own healthcare provider or pharmacist before taking it — particularly if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking seizure medications.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 2022.

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 Green Ginger & Wormseed, straight from the product label.

Brand Pure Herbs
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2022
DSLD ID 280066
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Green Ginger & Wormseed by Pure Herbs, 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:
2 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Servings per container
15
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Blend1906 mg--
Epazote aerial part extract0 NP--
Wormwood Aerial Part Extract0 NP--

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adults, mix 2 mL (abt. 1/2 tsp) of extract in 2 fl. oz (60 mL) water one time daily preferably with a meal.

Shake well before use

Formulation

Helps to maintain healthy blood.

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.

Precautions

Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you have a medical condition or are taking medication, consult your doctor prior to use.

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

Keep out of reach of children

Brand IP Statement(s)

Pure Herbs, Ltd. Natural Herbal Extracts

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

"No expense has been spared to provide the finest nature has to offer."

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Green Ginger & Wormseed by Pure Herbs label

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Green Ginger & Wormseed label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Green Ginger & Wormseed by Pure Herbs

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container15 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.

Proprietary Blend

1906 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Green Ginger & Wormseed by Pure Herbs Drug Interactions

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376Drugs
376 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Epazote aerial part extract 335
Wormwood Aerial Part Extract 50

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Green Ginger & Wormseed interact with 376 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

2 of the 2 ingredients in Green Ginger & Wormseed interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Epazote aerial part extract Wormwood Aerial Part Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Green Ginger & Wormseed 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.

Epazote aerial part extract1 drug type · 335 drugs

Photosensitizing Drugs

Theoretically, concomitant use of chenopodium oil with other photosensitizing drugs can increase the risk of adverse effects.
Chenopodium species are also associated with photosensitivity.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Epazote aerial part extract full monograph & interactions

Wormwood Aerial Part Extract1 drug type · 50 drugs

Anticonvulsants

Theoretically, taking wormwood might interfere with the effects of anticonvulsant drugs.
Thujone, a constituent of wormwood, has convulsant effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Wormwood Aerial Part Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Green Ginger & Wormseed, from the product label.

Pure Herbs

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Name
Pure Herbs, Ltd.
City
Sterling Heights
State
MI
Phone Number
(800) 860-4372
Web Address
www.pureherbs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Green Ginger & Wormseed by Pure Herbs: Common Questions

Does Green Ginger & Wormseed by Pure Herbs interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Green Ginger & Wormseed has a known interaction with 376 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Green Ginger & Wormseed contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 while I'm pregnant?
No. Both ingredients in this product — epazote and wormwood — may stimulate the uterus and carry serious toxicity risks during pregnancy. The safety data advises against their use. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before considering any herbal product while pregnant.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking this?
No. Epazote is unsafe during breastfeeding. Wormwood's safety hasn't been established and is best avoided due to the oil's toxicity and the risk to an infant. Check with your doctor or pharmacist about alternatives if you're nursing.
Does this actually work for parasites?
We don't have reliable evidence that epazote is effective for intestinal parasites in our data. If you suspect a parasite infection, talk with your doctor — there are proven treatments available.
What are the most common side effects?
From epazote: dizziness, headache, vomiting, and skin or mouth irritation. From wormwood: nausea, vomiting, and diffuse muscle aches. Both carry a risk of serious effects with higher doses or longer use, including nerve damage and organ toxicity.
I take a seizure medication — is this safe for me?
No. Wormwood contains thujone, which has convulsant properties and may interfere with how anticonvulsant drugs work. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.
Can I use this if I'm on a medication that makes me sun-sensitive?
Possibly — epazote may increase the risk of photosensitivity reactions. Check with your pharmacist first to confirm whether your specific medication is affected and whether it's safe to combine them.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Green Ginger & Wormseed’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Chenopodium Oil

Interacts with 335 drugs

Chenopodium oil is a strong-smelling essential oil from the epazote plant that was historically used to treat intestinal worms. It contains ascaridole, a compound that is quite toxic, and ov...

Read the full Chenopodium Oil monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Wormwood

Interacts with 50 drugs

Wormwood is a very bitter herb traditionally used to stimulate appetite and ease digestion, and it has early research interest in Crohn's disease. It contains thujone, which can be toxic in...

Read the full Wormwood monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Green Ginger & Wormseed'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 12 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.

Chenopodium Oil 2 references
  1. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  2. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.

See these in context on the Chenopodium Oil monograph →

Wormwood 10 references
  1. Weisbord SD, Soule JB, Kimmel PL. Poison on line-acute renal failure caused by oil of wormwood purchased through the internet. N Engl J Med 1997;337:825-7. PubMed
  2. Gambelunghe C, Melai P. Absinthe: enjoying a new popularity among young people? Forensic Sci Int 2002;130:183-6.
  3. Hold KM, Sirisoma NS, Casida JE. Detoxification of alpha- and beta-Thujones (the active ingredients of absinthe): site specificity and species differences in cytochrome P450 oxidation in vitro and in vivo. Chem Res Toxicol 2001;14:589-95.
  4. Lachenmeier DW, Walch SG, Padosch SA, Kroner LU. Absinthe--a review. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2006;46:365-77.
  5. Padosch SA, Lachenmeier DW, Kroner LU. Absinthism: a fictitious 19th century syndrome with present impact. Subst Abuse Treat Prev Policy 2006;1:14. PubMed
  6. Lachenmeier DW, Emmert J, Kuballa T, Sartor G. Thujone--cause of absinthism? Forensic Sci Int 2006;158:1-8. PubMed
  7. Dettling, A., Grass, H., Schuff, A., Skopp, G., Strohbeck-Kuehner, P., and Haffner, H. T. Absinthe: attention performance and mood under the influence of thujone. J Stud.Alcohol 2004;65(5):573-581. PubMed
  8. Benezet-Mazuecos, J. and de la Fuente, A. Electrocardiographic findings after acute absinthe intoxication. Int J Cardiol. 11-10-2006;113(2):e48-e50. PubMed
  9. El Makrini NI, Hassam B. Artemisia absinthium: burning plant! Pan Afr Med J. 2016 Jan 22;23:10. PubMed
  10. Kocaoglu C, Ozel A. Persistent metabolic acidosis and severe diarrhoea due to Artemisia absinthium poisoning. J Pak Med Assoc. 2014 Sep;64(9):1081-3.

See these in context on the Wormwood 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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