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Holy Basil 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas

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Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Holy Basil 500 mg 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

Holy Basil 500 mg is a dietary supplement by AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for stress and anxiety, blood sugar support, respiratory complaints.Based on those ingredients, 212 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Holy Basil extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Holy Basil 500 mg by AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas

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 supplement contains one active ingredient: holy basil extract at 500 mg per capsule. Holy basil is a plant traditionally used in Indian and Southeast Asian medicine.

The capsule itself is filled with inactive ingredients — rice flour, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, and cellulose — which are common binders and fillers.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Holy Basil's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Holy Basil supports healthy mood and calm.
  • We looked for evidence on: Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), Stress, Insomnia, anxiety, mood support, relaxation.
  • The closest evidence on file: Holy Basil is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Holy Basil is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Insomnia, Stress.

The evidence for holy basil's effectiveness is incomplete for the conditions it's promoted for. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for generalized anxiety disorder, asthma, headaches, respiratory tract infections, dental plaque, or diabetes.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the studies so far haven't been large or rigorous enough to call it effective. If you're thinking about trying it for one of these reasons, talk with your doctor about what the current evidence does and doesn't support.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Holy Basil

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 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 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.

Holy Basil extract appears to be well tolerated over the short term in adults, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects reported in small studies were loose stools and nausea — a small number of trial participants experienced these.

The safety data advise against using holy basil during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, since animal research raised concerns and human safety isn't established for either. If you're pregnant, trying to conceive, or breastfeeding, avoid this product and talk with your doctor or pharmacist before considering any supplement.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Holy Basil

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 — Holy Basil.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 212 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, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (such as aspirin, warfarin, or clopidogrel) — holy basil may increase bleeding risk. Also flag diabetes medications that lower blood sugar, and any sedatives or older barbiturates like pentobarbital, since holy basil may strengthen their effects.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Holy Basil 500 mg may be worth a try if you're interested in its traditional uses, but only after you've cleared it with your own doctor or pharmacist — especially if you take blood thinners, diabetes medications, or sedatives. The evidence for what it actually does is still thin.

Keep an eye out for loose stools or nausea. Don't use it in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

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 Jul 27, 2021.

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 Holy Basil 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas
Barcode (UPC) 810180024457
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 27, 2021
DSLD ID 251966
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Holy Basil 500 mg by AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
810180024457
IngredientAmount% DV
Holy Basil extract500 mg--

Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Cellulose

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
General Statements

We believe that Amazing Nutrition is the key for healthy living. We are passionate about bringing you the finest selection of products which can perfectly complement a healthy diet and active lifestyle.

Formula

Amazing nutrition's holy Basil is made from the leaves of the Ocimum sanctum plant.

Formulation

Holy Basil has been revered for its medicinal value throughout India for thousands of years. As an ayurvedic herb, it is use as an "adaptogen" to counter life's stresses. Holy Basil supports healthy mood and promotes calm and wellness.

Promotes calm & wellness Helps provide healthy mood support Supports healthy adrenals

Contains No: Shellfish, egg, fish, peanuts, milk, soy, tree nuts or wheat

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to cure, prevent, treat or diagnose any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Quality Product

Made In USA

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take one (1) capsule 1 to 2 times daily, preferably with meals or as directed by a health care professional.

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

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Holy Basil 500 mg by AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas label

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Holy Basil 500 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Holy Basil 500 mg by AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Holy Basil extract

Interacts with
212 drugs
500 mg per serving

Holy basil (tulsi) is a traditional Ayurvedic herb most often used today for stress and general wellness, but the human evidence is mostly small and p...

Holy Basil extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Holy Basil 500 mg by AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas Drug Interactions

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212 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Holy Basil extract 212

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Holy Basil 500 mg interact with 212 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Holy Basil 500 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Holy Basil extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Holy Basil 500 mg 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.

Holy Basil extract3 drug types · 212 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, holy basil seed oil might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Animal research shows that holy basil seed oil can prolong bleeding time, possibly due to inhibition of platelet aggregation. However, it is not known if this occurs in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, holy basil might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Small clinical studies show that taking holy basil can decrease fasting blood glucose and other measures of glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)

Theoretically, holy basil seed oil might increase the sedative effects of pentobarbital.
Animal research shows that holy basil seed oil increases pentobarbitone-induced sleeping time. However, it is not known if this occurs in humans or if this applies to other barbiturates or sedatives.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Holy Basil extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Holy Basil 500 mg, from the product label.

AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas

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Name
Amazing Nutrition
City
Jersey City
State
NJ
Phone Number
1-800-526-0177
Web Address
www.amazingnutrition.com
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Holy Basil 500 mg by AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas: Common Questions

Does Holy Basil 500 mg by AN Amazing Nutrition Amazing Formulas interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Holy Basil 500 mg has a known interaction with 212 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Holy Basil 500 mg 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.
Will this help my anxiety?
Holy basil is traditionally used for anxiety, but the clinical evidence we have isn't strong enough yet to call it effective. If anxiety is a concern, talk with your doctor about proven treatments and whether holy basil might fit alongside them.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — the safety data advise against it during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Animal research raised concerns, and we don't have enough human safety information to know it's okay. Talk with your doctor about what's safe for you during pregnancy or while nursing.
What side effects should I watch for?
Loose stools and nausea are the most common, and a small number of people in studies experienced them. If you notice either one, stop taking it and let your pharmacist know.
Does this work for diabetes?
Some small studies suggest holy basil may lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, but the evidence isn't strong enough to call it effective on its own. Never use it as a replacement for your diabetes medications, and talk with your doctor before adding it if you're on diabetes pills.
Is there anything else in this capsule besides the extract?
The capsule contains inactive ingredients: rice flour, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, and cellulose — these are just binders and fillers to hold the extract in capsule form.

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The Full Monographs Behind Holy Basil 500 mg’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Holy Basil

Interacts with 212 drugs

Holy basil (tulsi) is a traditional Ayurvedic herb most often used today for stress and general wellness, but the human evidence is mostly small and preliminary. It is generally well tolerat...

Read the full Holy Basil monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Holy Basil 500 mg'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 8 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.

Holy Basil 8 references
  1. Agrawal P, Rai V, Singh RB. Randomized placebo-controlled, single blind trial of holy basil leaves in patients with noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. Int J Clin Pharmacol Ther 1996;34:406-9.
  2. Sakina MR, Dandiya PC, Hamdard ME, Hameed A. Preliminary psychopharmacological evaluation of Ocimum sanctum leaf extract. J Ethnopharmacol 1990;28:143-50. PubMed
  3. Singh S, Rehan HM, Majumdar DK. Effect of Ocimum sanctum fixed oil on blood pressure, blood clotting time and pentobarbitone-induced sleeping time. J Ethnopharmacol 2001;78:139-43. PubMed
  4. Mondal, S., Varma, S., Bamola, V. D., Naik, S. N., Mirdha, B. R., Padhi, M. M., Mehta, N., and Mahapatra, S. C. Double-blinded randomized controlled trial for immunomodulatory effects of Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn.) leaf extract on healthy volunteers. J PubMed
  5. Agarwal, P. and Nagesh, L. Comparative evaluation of efficacy of 0.2% Chlorhexidine, Listerine and Tulsi extract mouth rinses on salivary Streptococcus mutans count of high school children--RCT. Contemp.Clin Trials 2011;32(6):802-808. PubMed
  6. Vohora, S. B., Garg, S. K., and Chaudhury, R. R. Antifertility screening of plants. 3. Effect of six indigenous plants on early pregnancy in albino rats. Indian J Med Res 1969;57(5):893-899.
  7. Khanna S, Gupta SR, Grover JK. Effect of long term feeding of tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn) on reproductive performance of adult albino rats. Indian J Exp Biol 1986;24(5):302-4.
  8. Somasundaram G, Manimekalai K, Salwe KJ, Pandiamunian J. Evaluation of the antidiabetic effect of Ocimum sanctum in type 2 diabetes patients. Int J Life Sci Pharma Res 2012;2(3):75-81.

See these in context on the Holy Basil 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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