IV-H Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Pure Herbs
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking IV-H 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.
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IV-H is a dietary supplement by Pure Herbs with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for joint pain and osteoarthritis, colds and flu, source of vitamin c.Based on those ingredients, 299 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Dog Rose Fruit Extract, Myrrh Resin Extract, Yarrow Flower Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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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
Pure Herbs IV-H is a liquid supplement with 4 active ingredients. Dog rose fruit extract provides vitamin C and compounds like rugosin E; yarrow flower extract contains sesquiterpene lactones and offers traditional herbal support; olive leaf extract supplies polyphenols; and myrrh resin extract is included for its traditional properties.
The product has no inactive other ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Not established
Dog rose fruit extract is possibly effective for postoperative pain and osteoarthritis. Yarrow flower extract, olive leaf extract, and myrrh resin extract all lack sufficient reliable evidence to establish their effectiveness for the conditions they're traditionally used for — the data on file doesn't establish that they work for tonsillitis, wound healing, eczema, period pain, yeast infection, back pain, colds, or other conditions they're sometimes marketed to address.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Dog rose fruit extract is generally well tolerated as food, though supplement safety is less well studied. The most common side effects are flatulence and loose stools; vertigo and headache have been reported rarely.
Yarrow flower extract has limited human safety data and can cause allergic or contact dermatitis, especially with topical use. It is likely unsafe in pregnancy because it may affect the uterus, and there isn't enough information to use it while breastfeeding.
Olive leaf extract is generally well tolerated in concentrated supplement form, though headache and stomach discomfort have been reported. Myrrh resin extract is likely fine for short-term topical or mouth-rinse use, but oral safety is not well studied; it may cause diarrhea at higher doses and is likely unsafe in pregnancy.
There isn't enough safety information to use it while breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take blood thinners (warfarin or other anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs), lithium, diabetes medications, estrogen-based contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy, chemotherapy drugs, or aluminum-containing compounds. These are the medication types where interactions have been documented.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product combines herbal extracts traditionally used for pain, inflammation, and immune support, but the evidence for effectiveness is limited or absent for most uses. It interacts with a wide range of medications — especially blood thinners, lithium, diabetes drugs, and hormone-based contraceptives and therapy.
If you take any prescription medications, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, and be especially cautious if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking lithium or warfarin.
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Assessment coverage: 4 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 23, 2023.
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General information
Key facts about IV-H, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Pure Herbs |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 23, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 281353 |
| 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) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for IV-H by Pure Herbs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 1870 mg | -- |
| Dog Rose Fruit Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Yarrow Flower Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Olive leaf extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Myrrh Resin Extract | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: None
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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
Supports a healthy immune and respiratory function.
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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IV-H by Pure Herbs label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in IV-H by Pure Herbs
These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 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
Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
IV-H by Pure Herbs Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Pure Herbs IV-H contains dog rose fruit extract, yarrow flower extract, and myrrh resin extract — three ingredients with documented interactions affecting a broad range of medications.
The most serious concern is with blood thinners: dog rose fruit extract and myrrh resin extract may both reduce warfarin's effectiveness, and dog rose fruit extract may also reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs more broadly.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Dog rose fruit extract interacts with estrogens (oral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy may have higher blood levels), lithium (blood levels may rise), chemotherapy drugs including alkylating agents and antitumor antibiotics (antioxidant effects might reduce their activity), and aluminum compounds (absorption may increase). It also theoretically reduces aspirin clearance, though the effect is likely too small to matter clinically.
Yarrow flower extract and myrrh resin extract both interact with lithium, potentially raising its blood levels. Myrrh additionally interacts with diabetes medications, where it might increase the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Olive leaf extract has no interactions documented in our data. Altogether, these interactions span 299 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in IV-H interact with 299 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 4 ingredients in IV-H interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Dog Rose Fruit Extract Myrrh Resin Extract Yarrow Flower Extract
Aspirin, MethocarbamolRobaxisal
How Aspirin, Methocarbamol interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aspirin, Methocarbamol interactionAspirin, OmeprazoleYosprala
How Aspirin, Omeprazole interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aspirin, Omeprazole interactionAspirin, OxycodonePercodan
How Aspirin, Oxycodone interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aspirin, Oxycodone interactionAspirin, PentazocineTalwin Compound
How Aspirin, Pentazocine interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aspirin, Pentazocine interactionBazedoxifene Acetate, Conjugated EstrogensDuavee
How Bazedoxifene Acetate, Conjugated Estrogens interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractEstrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Bazedoxifene Acetate, Conjugated Estrogens interactionBendamustineBelrapzo, Treanda, Vivimusta
How Bendamustine interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Bendamustine interactionBendamustine HydrochlorideBendeka
How Bendamustine Hydrochloride interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Bendamustine Hydrochloride interactionBetrixabanBevyxxa
How Betrixaban interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Betrixaban interactionBivalirudinAngiomax, Angiomax Rtu, Angiox
How Bivalirudin interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Bivalirudin interactionBleomycinBlenoxane
How Bleomycin interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAntitumor Antibiotics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of antitumor antibiotics.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Bleomycin interactionBromfenac SodiumBromsite, Prolensa
How Bromfenac Sodium interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Bromfenac Sodium interactionBusulfanBusulfex, Myleran
How Busulfan interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Busulfan interactionCabliviCablivi
How Cablivi interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Cablivi interactionCanagliflozinInvokana
How Canagliflozin interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Myrrh Resin ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, myrrh might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Myrrh Resin Extract + Canagliflozin interactionCanagliflozin, MetforminInvokamet
How Canagliflozin, Metformin interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Myrrh Resin ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, myrrh might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Myrrh Resin Extract + Canagliflozin, Metformin interactionCanagliflozin, Metformin HydrochlorideInvokamet XR
How Canagliflozin, Metformin Hydrochloride interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Myrrh Resin ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, myrrh might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Myrrh Resin Extract + Canagliflozin, Metformin Hydrochloride interactionCangrelorKengreal
How Cangrelor interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Cangrelor interactionCarboplatinParaplatin
How Carboplatin interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Carboplatin interactionCarmustineBiCNU, Gliadel, Gliadel Wafer
How Carmustine interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Carmustine interactionChlorambucilLeukeran
How Chlorambucil interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Chlorambucil interactionChlorpropamideChlorpropam, Diabinese
How Chlorpropamide interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Myrrh Resin ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, myrrh might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Myrrh Resin Extract + Chlorpropamide interactionCilostazolPletal
How Cilostazol interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Cilostazol interactionCisplatinPlatinol-AQ
How Cisplatin interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Cisplatin interactionClopidogrelPlavix
How Clopidogrel interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Clopidogrel interactionConjugated EstrogensCenestin, Enjuvia, Premarin, Premarin Vaginal Cream
How Conjugated Estrogens interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractEstrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Conjugated Estrogens interactionConjugated Estrogens, Medroxyprogesterone AcetatePremplus, Prempro
How Conjugated Estrogens, Medroxyprogesterone Acetate interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractEstrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Conjugated Estrogens, Medroxyprogesterone Acetate interactionConjugated Estrogens, MeprobamatePMB 200, PMB 400
How Conjugated Estrogens, Meprobamate interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractEstrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Conjugated Estrogens, Meprobamate interactionConjugated Estrogens, MethyltestosteronePremarin with Methyltestosterone
How Conjugated Estrogens, Methyltestosterone interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractEstrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Conjugated Estrogens, Methyltestosterone interactionCyclophosphamideCytoxan, Neosar
How Cyclophosphamide interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Cyclophosphamide interactionCyproterone Acetate, Ethinyl EstradiolDiane-35, Dianette
How Cyproterone Acetate, Ethinyl Estradiol interacts with IV-H — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractEstrogens Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Cyproterone Acetate, Ethinyl Estradiol interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in IV-H 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.
Dog Rose Fruit Extract
Alkylating Agents
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. The use of antioxidants like vitamin C during chemotherapy is controversial. There is concern that antioxidants could reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs that generate free radicals, such as cyclophosphamide, chlorambucil, carmustine, busulfan, and thiotepa. In contrast, some researchers theorize that antioxidants might make chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. Further, some animal research suggests that the antioxidant effects of rose hip might attenuate cyclophosphamide-induced testicular toxicity. More evidence is needed to determine what effect, if any, antioxidants found in rose hip, such as vitamin C, have on the effectiveness and adverse effects of chemotherapy.
Aluminum
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. Theoretically, vitamin C increases the absorption of aluminum. Concomitant use might increase aluminum absorption, but the clinical significance of this is unknown. Administer rose hip two hours before or four hours after antacids.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that a constituent of rose hip, rugosin E, can induce platelet aggregation. This has not been shown in humans. Theoretically, concomitant use of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Antitumor Antibiotics
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of antitumor antibiotics.
Rose hip contains the antioxidant vitamin C. There is concern that antioxidants might reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs that generate free radicals, such as antitumor antibiotics. In contrast, other researchers theorize that antioxidants might make antitumor antibiotic chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. More evidence is needed to determine what effects, if any, antioxidants such as vitamin C have on antitumor antibiotic chemotherapy.
Estrogens
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. Increases in plasma estrogen levels of up to 55% have occured under some circumstances when vitamin C is taken concurrently with oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy, including topical products. It is suggested that vitamin C prevents oxidation of estrogen in the tissues, regenerates oxidized estrogen, and reduces sulfate conjugation of estrogen in the gut wall. When tissue levels of vitamin C are high, these processes are already maximized and supplemental vitamin C does not have any effect on estrogen levels. However, increases in plasma estrogen levels may occur when women who are deficient in vitamin C take supplements.
Lithium
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of lithium.
Rose hip is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, rose hip might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Aspirin
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. It has been suggested that acidification of the urine by vitamin C can decrease the urinary excretion of salicylates, increasing plasma salicylate levels. However, short-term use of up to 6 grams daily of vitamin C does not seem to affect urinary pH or salicylate excretion. The vitamin C content of rose hip is typically about 500 mg per 100 grams. Thus, a clinically significant interaction between rose hip and aspirin is unlikely.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of warfarin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. High doses of vitamin C may reduce the response to warfarin, possibly by causing diarrhea and reducing warfarin absorption. This occurred in two people who took up to 16 grams daily of vitamin C, and resulted in decreased prothrombin time. Lower doses of 5-10 grams daily of vitamin C can also reduce warfarin absorption, but this does not seem to be clinically significant. The vitamin C content of rose hip is typically about 500 mg per 100 grams. Thus, a clinically significant interaction between rose hip and warfarin is unlikely.
Myrrh Resin Extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, myrrh might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that myrrh has hypoglycemic effects.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, myrrh might decrease the effectiveness of warfarin.
In one case, a patient who was previously stable on warfarin had a significant decline in international normalized ratio (INR) following consumption of an aqueous extract of myrrh.
Yarrow Flower Extract
Lithium
Theoretically, taking yarrow with lithium might increase the levels and adverse effects of lithium.
Animal research shows that yarrow has diuretic activity. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, yarrow might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for IV-H, from the product label.
Pure Herbs
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- Pure Herbs, Ltd.
- City
- Sterling Heights
- State
- MI
- Phone Number
- (800) 860-4372
- Web Address
- www.pureherbs.com
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The Full Monographs Behind IV-H’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Rose Hip
Interacts with 213 drugsRose hip is the vitamin C–rich fruit of the wild rose, used traditionally for colds and joint pain. A standardized rose hip powder has some research support for easing osteoarthritis symptom...
Read the full Rose Hip monograph → Herb & supplement monographYarrow
Interacts with 1 drugYarrow is a traditional herb long used for wounds, digestive complaints, and colds, but high-quality human studies are very limited, so its benefits are not well proven. It is generally used...
Read the full Yarrow monograph → Herb & supplement monographOlive
Olive comes from the same tree that gives us olives and olive oil, and its leaf and fruit contain antioxidant compounds like oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol. Olive oil as part of a Mediterrane...
Read the full Olive monograph → Herb & supplement monographMyrrh
Interacts with 88 drugsMyrrh is a fragrant gum resin from Commiphora trees that has long been used in mouthwashes, throat remedies, and skin care. Modern evidence for most of its uses is limited and comes mostly f...
Read the full Myrrh monograph →Sources & How We Checked
IV-H'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 42 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.
Rose Hip 24 references
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