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Japanese Honeysuckle Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbalist & Alchemist

Japanese Honeysuckle label
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Liquid 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 Japanese Honeysuckle 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

Japanese Honeysuckle is a dietary supplement by Herbalist & Alchemist with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for colds and sore throat, fever, inflammation.Based on those ingredients, 122 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are dried Japanese Honeysuckle flowers extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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Check Your Meds Against Japanese Honeysuckle by Herbalist & Alchemist

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Japanese Honeysuckle by Herbalist & Alchemist

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: dried Japanese Honeysuckle flowers extract. The formula is delivered in a liquid base of distilled water and ethyl alcohol (the extract's solvent).

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 Honeysuckle's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Supports immune function.
  • We looked for evidence on: Respiratory tract infections, Postoperative infection, Urinary tract infections (UTIs), Wound healing, Immune support, Infection prevention — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Honeysuckle is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Respiratory tract infections (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Honeysuckle is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Postoperative infection, Urinary tract infections (UTIs), Wound healing.

The evidence on honeysuckle for age-related cognitive decline, respiratory infections, eczema, diabetes, and indigestion is insufficient—we don't have reliable data to rate whether it works for any of these uses. If you're considering it for a specific condition, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether there's reason to try it in your case.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Honeysuckle

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 0 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.

Honeysuckle is often brewed as a tea with few problems reported, but high-quality safety data in humans is limited. A small number of adverse effects have been documented: topically, contact dermatitis (skin irritation) was reported in one case, and orally, one young adult developed an allergic drug eruption after taking 30 grams of honeysuckle granules over 24 hours—symptoms cleared after stopping the product and using antihistamines and corticosteroids for two weeks.

There isn't enough safety information to know whether honeysuckle is safe in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Honeysuckle

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 — Honeysuckle.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 122 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 take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (such as warfarin, apixaban, aspirin, clopidogrel, or dabigatran). Honeysuckle may increase bleeding risk when combined with these medications.

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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 some safety-information gaps remain.

Japanese Honeysuckle is most relevant if you're interested in traditional herbal use, but we don't have good evidence it works for common uses like colds, skin problems, or blood sugar. The main caution is with blood thinners—if you take any, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Since high-quality safety data is limited, it's worth discussing with your own healthcare provider, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking other medications.

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 Sep 21, 2018.

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 Japanese Honeysuckle, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbalist & Alchemist
Barcode (UPC) 667056107284
Net contents 2 fl. Oz.; 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 21, 2018
DSLD ID 179800
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Japanese Honeysuckle by Herbalist & Alchemist, 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:
1.5 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
667056107284
IngredientAmount% DV
dried Japanese Honeysuckle flowers extract2 mL--

Other ingredients: distilled Water, Ethyl Alcohol

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Label statements
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Formula

Lonicera japonica

OK

General Statements

Supports Immune Function

Botanical Preparation Ratio 1:4

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: 30-40 drops (1.5-2 mL) in juice or water. Take 4 times per day. Shake well before using.

Precautions

Keep out of children's reach

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

General

NO. HSK-2 1726TU

Seals/Symbols

OK

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Japanese Honeysuckle by Herbalist & Alchemist label

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Japanese Honeysuckle label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Japanese Honeysuckle by Herbalist & Alchemist

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

Serving size1.5 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Dried Japanese Honeysuckle flowers extract

Interacts with
122 drugs
2 mL per serving

Honeysuckle, especially Japanese honeysuckle flower (Lonicera japonica), is a staple of traditional Chinese medicine used mainly for colds, sore throa...

Dried Japanese Honeysuckle flowers extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Distilled Water, Ethyl Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Japanese Honeysuckle by Herbalist & Alchemist Drug Interactions

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122Drugs
122 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

dried Japanese Honeysuckle flowers extract 122

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Japanese Honeysuckle interact with 122 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Japanese Honeysuckle interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. dried Japanese Honeysuckle flowers extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Japanese Honeysuckle 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.

dried Japanese Honeysuckle flowers extract1 drug type · 122 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, honeysuckle might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research shows that polyphenols extracted from honeysuckle can inhibit platelet aggregation.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
dried Japanese Honeysuckle flowers extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Japanese Honeysuckle, from the product label.

Herbalist & Alchemist

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Name
Herbalist & Alchemist, Inc.
City
Washington
State
NJ
ZipCode
07882
Phone Number
800-611-8235
Web Address
www.herbalist-alchemist.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Japanese Honeysuckle by Herbalist & Alchemist: Common Questions

Does Japanese Honeysuckle by Herbalist & Alchemist interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Japanese Honeysuckle has a known interaction with 122 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Japanese Honeysuckle 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 if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information to know either way. The facts advise against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What are the side effects?
Honeysuckle is often used as a tea with few reported problems. However, a small number of cases have been documented: skin irritation when applied topically, and one allergic reaction after taking a large dose (30 grams over 24 hours) of honeysuckle granules, which resolved after stopping the product.
Does honeysuckle actually help with colds or respiratory infections?
The evidence isn't established in our data. There's insufficient reliable evidence to rate whether honeysuckle works for respiratory infections, so we can't say whether it helps.
What's in this liquid besides the honeysuckle extract?
It's made with distilled water and ethyl alcohol, which is the solvent that carries the extract.
Is this safe to use with my blood thinner?
Honeysuckle may increase bleeding risk when taken with blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs like warfarin or aspirin. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining them—they can advise whether it's okay in your case.

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The Full Monographs Behind Japanese Honeysuckle’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Honeysuckle

Interacts with 122 drugs

Honeysuckle, especially Japanese honeysuckle flower (Lonicera japonica), is a staple of traditional Chinese medicine used mainly for colds, sore throat, and inflammation. Modern human eviden...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Japanese Honeysuckle'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.

Honeysuckle 3 references
  1. Chang WC, Hsu FL. Inhibition of platelet activation and endothelial cell injury by polyphenolic compounds isolated from Lonicera japonica Thunb. Prostaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty Acids 1992;45:307-12. PubMed
  2. Webster RM. Honeysuckle contact dermatitis. Cutis 1993;51:424.
  3. Zhou LF, Lu R. Compound-honeysuckle-induced drug eruption with special manifestations: A case report. World J Clin Cases 2022;10(22):8018-8024. PubMed

See these in context on the Honeysuckle 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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