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Dietary supplement

Iceland Moss Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

Liquid Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Iceland Moss is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for dry cough and throat irritation, sore or inflamed throat and mouth, digestive upset and loss of appetite.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 Iceland Moss 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: wildcrafted Iceland Moss (Cetraria islandica) in the form of a dried whole plant liquid extract. Iceland Moss is a lichen — not an actual moss — that's been used traditionally in herbal medicine.

The product also includes menstruum, an inactive ingredient used to prepare the extract.

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: Soothing throat and respiratory comfort.
  • We looked for evidence on: Dry cough, Sore throat, Bronchial irritation, Mucous membrane irritation.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

We hold no effectiveness ratings in our data for Iceland Moss. That doesn't mean it doesn't work for anything — it means the evidence we have on file isn't strong enough to rate it one way or the other.

If you're considering it for a specific health goal, your pharmacist can walk you through what the broader research says.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Iceland Moss

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.

Iceland Moss is generally well tolerated short-term, but human evidence is limited and quality varies between products. Some people may experience stomach irritation (GI irritation) when taking it orally.

One important note: Iceland Moss can accumulate lead — up to 30 mg/kg in its dry weight — which may cause lead toxicity if consumed in high amounts over a long time. The safety data advises against Iceland Moss during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing, skip this product unless your doctor gives you the clear.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Iceland Moss

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for Iceland Moss. Even so, it's always worth checking with your pharmacist about any new supplement you're considering.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Iceland Moss is a traditional herbal extract with no documented medication interactions. It's generally well tolerated in the short term, though stomach upset can happen.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications, talk to your pharmacist before starting it.

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 Iceland Moss, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7429524415450
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2020
DSLD ID 233889
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Iceland Moss 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
7429524415450
IngredientAmount% DV
wildcrafted Iceland Moss (Cetraria islandica) dried whole plant liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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Formulation

Origin of plant material: USA.

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

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

Cetraria islandica

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

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

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Iceland Moss by Herbal Terra label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Iceland Moss 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.

970 mg per serving

Iceland moss is a lichen traditionally used as a soothing remedy for dry cough and throat or mouth irritation, mainly because of its mucilage (gel-for...

Wildcrafted Iceland Moss (Cetraria islandica) dried whole plant liquid extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Iceland Moss by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Iceland Moss. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Iceland Moss, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Iceland Moss by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Iceland Moss by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Iceland Moss. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Iceland Moss 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 this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against Iceland Moss during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know it's safe in those situations. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing.
What's the lead contamination issue I've heard about?
Iceland Moss can absorb and hold lead from its environment — up to 30 mg/kg in its dry weight. If you use it regularly in large amounts over a long time, that buildup could potentially cause lead toxicity. For occasional or short-term use, the risk is much lower.
Does Iceland Moss cause side effects?
Most people tolerate it well. The main side effect is stomach irritation (GI irritation) when taken by mouth. Allergic reactions (sensitization) to Iceland Moss are rare.
How long have people used Iceland Moss, and does it actually work?
Iceland Moss has a long history in traditional herbal medicine, but we don't have effectiveness ratings in our data — meaning the evidence on file isn't strong enough for us to say how well it works. Your pharmacist can discuss what research exists for whatever you're hoping it'll help with.
Is the quality the same from product to product?
No — the safety data notes that quality varies between Iceland Moss products. That's one reason to stick with a trusted brand and talk to your pharmacist if you're switching.

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The Full Monographs Behind Iceland Moss’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Iceland Moss'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.

Iceland Moss 3 references
  1. Tyler VE. Herbs of Choice. Binghamton, NY: Pharmaceutical Products Press, 1994.
  2. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  3. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.

See these in context on the Iceland Moss 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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