Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel 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
Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel is a dietary supplement by Wise Woman Herbals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin irritation and inflammation, hemorrhoids, minor cuts and bruises.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 Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel by Wise Woman Herbals
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
This product contains one active ingredient: witch hazel, a plant extract traditionally used for skin concerns. The liquid form also includes spring water, alcohol, and glycerine as inactive ingredients that help deliver and preserve the witch hazel.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Witch hazel is possibly effective for hemorrhoids. For eczema (atopic dermatitis), the evidence suggests it's possibly ineffective.
For varicose veins and postmenopausal symptoms, we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate how well it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Topically, witch hazel is generally well tolerated short-term. The most common side effect when applied to skin is contact dermatitis — a small number of people develop redness or burning.
This product is meant for topical use only and should not be taken by mouth. Witch hazel contains tannins, compounds that in very high oral doses may pose risks to the kidneys and liver, though topical use is considered likely low risk.
Because safety data are limited, especially during pregnancy and breastfeeding, check with your doctor before use.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. That said, use the medication checker below or ask your pharmacist to verify your specific drugs before you start.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
If you're looking to try witch hazel for hemorrhoid relief, this topical form is generally well tolerated with minimal side effects for most people. It's not the right choice if you're thinking of taking it by mouth.
Talk to your pharmacist if you have sensitive skin or a history of contact dermatitis, or if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning either.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2023.
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 Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Wise Woman Herbals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 748840010079 |
| Net contents | 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 24, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 284845 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel by Wise Woman Herbals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 3 mL | -- |
| Witch Hazel | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: spring Water, Alcohol, Glycerine
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Shake well. Add 10-60 drops to water, 1-4 times per day.
General Statements
The presence of particulate matter in this product is normal.
Botanical formula
Precautions
Caution: Keep out of the reach of children.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Storage
Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight with the lid tightly sealed.
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Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel by Wise Woman Herbals label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel by Wise Woman Herbals
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size10 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container20 Amounts shown are per serving.
Proprietary Blend
Other (inactive) ingredients: Spring Water, Alcohol, Glycerine. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel by Wise Woman Herbals Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel. 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 Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel, from the product label.
Wise Woman Herbals
See all Wise Woman Herbals products- Name
- Wise Woman Herbals
- City
- Creswell
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97426
- Phone Number
- 541.895.5152
- Web Address
- wisewomanherbals.com
Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel by Wise Woman Herbals: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Hamamelis Vir. Witch Hazel'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 7 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.
Witch Hazel 7 references
- 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.
- Robbers JE, Tyler VE. Tyler's Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals. New York, NY: The Haworth Herbal Press, 1999.
- Hormann HP, Korting HC. Evidence for the efficacy and safety of topical herbal drugs in dermatology: part I: anti-inflammatory agents. Phytomedicine 1994;1:161-71. PubMed
- Wolff, H. H. and Kieser, M. Hamamelis in children with skin disorders and skin injuries: results of an observational study. Eur.J.Pediatr. 2007;166(9):943-948. PubMed
- Khanna, N. and Datta, Gupta S. Rejuvenating facial massage--a bane or boon? Int J Dermatol. 2002;41(7):407-410. PubMed
- Theisen LL, Erdelmeier CA, Spoden GA, Boukhallouk F, Sausy A, Florin L, Muller CP. Tannins from Hamamelis virginiana bark extract: characterization and improvement of the antiviral efficacy against influenza A virus and human papillomavirus. PLoS One. 201 PubMed
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