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Dietary supplement

Jewelweed Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Hawaii Pharm

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Jewelweed is a dietary supplement by Hawaii Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for poison ivy and poison oak rashes, skin itching and irritation, insect bites and stings.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 Jewelweed by Hawaii Pharm

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: certified organic Jewelweed extract. The liquid also includes vegetable palm glycerin, pharmaceutical-grade alcohol, and artesian Hawaiian purified water as inactive ingredients that help deliver and preserve the extract.

Jewelweed has traditionally been used for skin irritation, particularly related to poison oak and poison ivy.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: relief from poison ivy and oak rashes.
  • We looked for evidence on: Poison oak and poison ivy dermatitis, contact dermatitis, plant-induced skin irritation, urushiol dermatitis.
  • The closest evidence on file: Jewelweed is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Poison oak and poison ivy dermatitis (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for Jewelweed's effect on poison oak and poison ivy dermatitis is insufficient — meaning the data we hold doesn't establish whether it works for that purpose. You may see it recommended for skin contact with these plants, but clinical support isn't solid enough for us to rate its reliability.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Jewelweed

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 0 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.

Jewelweed is generally well tolerated when applied to the skin with few reported problems, but it's not well studied overall. Importantly, the safety information isn't complete — there isn't enough data to know whether it's safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so the advice is to avoid use in both situations unless your doctor gives you the go-ahead.

The product is also labeled not to be taken by mouth without medical guidance.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Jewelweed

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 the Jewelweed in this product. That said, the product itself isn't well studied, so if you have concerns about mixing it with a medication you take, your doctor or pharmacist can give you personalized advice.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Jewelweed by Hawaii Pharm is a topical extract people turn to for poison oak and poison ivy rashes, though the clinical evidence for it is weak. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to take it by mouth, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first — the safety data just isn't there to know either way.

Run your medications through the checker on this page, and if anything comes up or you have questions, confirm with your own healthcare provider.

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 Jewelweed, straight from the product label.

Brand Hawaii Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 0787699208930
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2020
DSLD ID 237411
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Jewelweed by Hawaii Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
0787699208930
IngredientAmount% DV
certified organic Jewelweed extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Palm Glycerin, pharmaceutical grade Alcohol, artesian Hawaiian purified Water

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Label statements
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General Statements

Hawaii Pharm Herbal Extract Highest quality since 2008

Made with Aloha!

Formulation

Contains no GMO, gluten, artificial colors, heavy metals, preservatives, pesticides, fertilizers.

Super concentrated liquid herbal extract. Dry herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3.

Manufactured in an FDA registered facility.

Non GMO Gluten free

Made in USA, Hawaii

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: Shake well before using. Take about 20-30 drops (0.7-1 ml, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) to 2-4 oz of juice or water up to 4 times per day.

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of the reach of children.

May have contraindications. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing or taking any medications.

Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

Formula

(Impatiens pallida)

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Dietary Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Seals/Symbols

FDA Registered Facility Made in United States of America USA

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Jewelweed by Hawaii Pharm label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Jewelweed by Hawaii Pharm

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

Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

970 mg per serving

Jewelweed is a wild plant traditionally rubbed on the skin to soothe poison ivy rashes, bug bites, and itching. Good scientific evidence is limited an...

Certified organic Jewelweed extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Palm Glycerin, Pharmaceutical grade Alcohol, Artesian Hawaiian purified Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Jewelweed by Hawaii Pharm Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Jewelweed. 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 Jewelweed, from the product label.

Hawaii Pharm

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Name
Hawaii Pharm LLC
City
Honolulu
State
HI
ZipCode
96815
Web Address
www.hawaiipharm.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Jewelweed by Hawaii Pharm: Common Questions

Does Jewelweed by Hawaii Pharm interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Jewelweed. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Jewelweed 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 Jewelweed by mouth?
The product isn't advised for internal use without medical guidance — the safety information just isn't complete enough. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're thinking about taking it that way.
Is it safe to use Jewelweed while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information to know either way, so the recommendation is to avoid it during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless your doctor approves. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you decide if it's right for your situation.
Does Jewelweed actually work for poison ivy and poison oak?
The evidence isn't strong enough for us to say it's reliable. People use it for those rashes, but clinical studies haven't firmly established whether it works.
What does Jewelweed do?
Jewelweed has traditionally been used for skin irritation, particularly from poison oak and poison ivy contact. It's applied topically (on the skin) and is generally well tolerated with few reported problems.
What's in this liquid besides the extract?
The inactive ingredients are vegetable palm glycerin, pharmaceutical-grade alcohol, and artesian Hawaiian purified water — these help deliver and preserve the active Jewelweed extract.

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The Full Monographs Behind Jewelweed’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Jewelweed'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.

Jewelweed 3 references
  1. Long, D., Ballentine, N. H., and Marks, J. G., Jr. Treatment of poison ivy/oak allergic contact dermatitis with an extract of jewelweed. Am J Contact Dermat. 1997;8(3):150-153. DOI
  2. Zink, B. J., Otten, E. J., Rosentha, M., and Singal, B. The effect of jewel week in preventing poison ivy. J Wilderness Medicine 1991;2:178-182.
  3. Abrams Motz V, Bowers CP, Mull Young L, Kinder DH. The effectiveness of jewelweed, Impatiens capensis, the related cultivar I. balsamina and the component, lawsone in preventing post poison ivy exposure contact dermatitis. J Ethnopharmacol 2012;143(1):314 PubMed

See these in context on the Jewelweed 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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