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Kid-Cough Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by L.A. Naturals

Kid-Cough label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Kid-Cough 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

Kid-Cough is a dietary supplement by L.A. Naturals with 5 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for coughs and colds, chest congestion (expectorant), asthma and bronchitis.Based on those ingredients, 644 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Wild Cherry, fresh Yerba Santa, fresh Lobelia. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Kid-Cough by L.A. Naturals

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 5 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

Kid-Cough contains five active ingredients in a proprietary blend: fresh yerba santa, fresh osha, fresh lobelia, wild cherry, and pleurisy. These are traditional herbs used in cough formulas.

The product also contains inactive ingredients — vegetable glycerin, deionized water, and honey — which serve as preservatives and sweeteners in the liquid form.

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: cough and respiratory support for children.
  • We looked for evidence on: cough, bronchitis, chest congestion, respiratory infections.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The effectiveness data for these ingredients are limited. Lobelia is rated possibly ineffective for smoking cessation.

For yerba santa, osha, wild cherry, and pleurisy, either no effectiveness ratings are on file or the evidence available is insufficient to rate them reliably. If you're considering this for a specific cough condition, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist about what the evidence actually shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Yerba Santa Osha Lobelia Wild Cherry

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 2 of the 4 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 4 of 4.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 4 of 4.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

A few safety flags here. Lobelia can be toxic at higher doses and cause serious effects — nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, tremors, and throat irritation have been reported at doses as low as 50 mg, and toxicity symptoms like rapid heart rate, low blood pressure, and even death can occur at 600 mg or higher.

Wild cherry also contains cyanide-forming compounds and shouldn't be used in large amounts; large doses can cause cyanide poisoning. Yerba santa has limited safety data when used medicinally, and osha is poorly studied — wild osha can also be confused with poisonous look-alike plants.

Lobelia, osha, wild cherry, and yerba santa should all be avoided during pregnancy and while breastfeeding due to safety concerns and lack of reliable data.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Yerba Santa Osha Lobelia Wild Cherry

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?
  • 3 of the 4 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Lobelia, Yerba Santa, Wild Cherry.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: lithium.
  • For scale: 645 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.

If you take lithium, check with your doctor or pharmacist first — both yerba santa and lobelia may increase your lithium levels. Also double-check any medications your liver breaks down, especially cholesterol drugs and antifungals, because wild cherry may slow that process.

No other interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Kid-Cough is a traditional herbal cough formula, but it contains ingredients with real interaction risks — especially if you take lithium — and some components can be toxic at higher doses. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications (particularly mood stabilizers or drugs processed by your liver), talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product.

The effectiveness evidence for cough relief is not established in the data we hold.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 4 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 25, 2014.

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 Kid-Cough, straight from the product label.

Brand L.A. Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 641356068711
Net contents 1 fl. Oz.; 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2014
DSLD ID 35048
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Kid-Cough by L.A. Naturals, 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:
0.33 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 mL
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
641356068711
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Blend0 NP--
fresh Yerba Santa0 NP--
fresh Osha0 NP--
fresh Lobelia0 NP--
Wild Cherry0 NP--
Pleurisy0 NP--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, deionized Water, Honey

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

SUGGESTED USE: 10-30 lbs. use 10-20 drops, 31-60 lbs. use 20-40 drops, 61-100 lbs. use 40-60 drops, over 100 lbs. use 60-90 drops, 2-3 times per day or as needed in juice or water.

Shake well before using.

Precautions

WARNINGS: Do not take during pregnancy or while nursing.

Keep out of the reach of children. Do not give to kids under the age of 1 year old.

Formulation

ALCOHOL FREE

WHEAT FREE ~GLUTEN FREE

FDA Statement of Identity

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

Seals/Symbols

K PARVE

L.a.(TM)

General Statements

Amount Per Serving 500 mg Herb Weight Equivalence

Herb Strength Ratio 1:2

Plant # K-0001604

MADE IN THE USA

FAST ABSORPTION KIDS WELLNESS FORMULAS

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Kid-Cough by L.A. Naturals label

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Kid-Cough label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Kid-Cough by L.A. Naturals

These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size0.33 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 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

0 NP per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, Deionized Water, Honey. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Kid-Cough by L.A. Naturals Drug Interactions

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644Drugs
644 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Wild Cherry 643
fresh Yerba Santa 1
fresh Lobelia 1

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Kid-Cough interact with 644 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

3 of the 5 ingredients in Kid-Cough interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Wild Cherry fresh Yerba Santa fresh Lobelia

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Kid-Cough 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.

Wild Cherry1 drug type · 643 drugs

Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

In vitro research suggests that wild cherry can inhibit cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) enzymes. Theoretically, wild cherry might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4. However, so far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Some drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 include lovastatin (Mevacor), ketoconazole (Nizoral), itraconazole (Sporanox), fexofenadine (Allegra), triazolam (Halcion), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Wild Cherry full monograph & interactions

fresh Yerba Santa1 drug type · 1 drug

Lithium

Yerba santa is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, yerba santa might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
fresh Yerba Santa full monograph & interactions

fresh Lobelia1 drug type · 1 drug

Lithium

Lobelia is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, lobelia might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
fresh Lobelia full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Kid-Cough, from the product label.

L.A. Naturals

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Name
Palko Services
Street Address
4991 W. US Hwy 20
City
Michigan City
State
IN
ZipCode
46360
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Kid-Cough by L.A. Naturals: Common Questions

Does Kid-Cough by L.A. Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Kid-Cough has a known interaction with 644 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Kid-Cough contains 5 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Is Kid-Cough safe during pregnancy?
No. Lobelia, osha, wild cherry, and yerba santa should all be avoided in pregnancy — the safety data are insufficient or the ingredients carry toxicity concerns. Talk with your doctor about safe cough relief options during pregnancy.
Can I use this while breastfeeding?
No. All four of the main herb ingredients — lobelia, osha, wild cherry, and yerba santa — should be avoided while breastfeeding due to safety concerns and lack of reliable data. Check with your pharmacist or doctor for alternatives.
What does yerba santa do in a cough product?
Yerba santa is a traditional herb included in cough formulas, though the evidence for its effectiveness is insufficient to rate. It's thought to have diuretic properties, which is why it can interact with lithium.
Why is lobelia in a kids' cough product if it can be toxic?
Lobelia has been used traditionally in cough remedies, but it does carry toxicity risk — especially at higher doses. The safety data in this product are limited, and serious effects like nausea, vomiting, and tremors can occur at doses as low as 50 mg. That's a reason to talk with your pediatrician before giving it to a child.
Does wild cherry really contain cyanide?
Yes — wild cherry contains cyanide-forming compounds. In small amounts used in commercial cough products, it's generally considered safe, but large amounts can lead to cyanide poisoning, which can be fatal. This is another reason to stick to the product's directions and not exceed the dose.

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The Full Monographs Behind Kid-Cough’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Yerba Santa

Interacts with 1 drug

Yerba Santa is an aromatic shrub from the western United States and Mexico that has long been used in folk medicine for coughs, congestion, and other respiratory complaints. Modern scientifi...

Read the full Yerba Santa monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Osha

Osha is a root from a wild mountain plant native to the western United States and Mexico, traditionally used by Native American and Hispanic communities for coughs, colds, and sore throats....

Read the full Osha monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Lobelia

Interacts with 1 drug

Lobelia is a traditional herb once used for breathing problems and to help people quit smoking, but reliable evidence supporting these uses is lacking. It can be toxic in higher amounts, cau...

Read the full Lobelia monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Wild Cherry

Interacts with 643 drugs

Wild cherry bark is a traditional cough remedy found in many old-fashioned cough syrups and lozenges, but there is little modern scientific evidence proving it works. The bark, leaves, and s...

Read the full Wild Cherry monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Kid-Cough'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 12 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.

Osha 2 references
  1. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  2. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.

See these in context on the Osha monograph →

Lobelia 6 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  3. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  4. McChargue DE, Collins FL Jr, Cohen LM. Effect of non-nicotinic moist snuff replacement and lobeline on withdrawal symptoms during 48-h smokeless tobacco deprivation. Nicotine Tob Res 2002;4:195-200. PubMed
  5. Stead LF, Hughes JR. Lobeline for smoking cessation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000;2:CD000124. PubMed
  6. Plakun, A. L., Ambrus, J., Bross, I., Graham, S., Levin, M. L., and Ross, C. A. Clinical factors in smoking withdrawal: preliminary report. Am J Public Health Nations.Health 1966;56(3):434-441. PubMed

See these in context on the Lobelia monograph →

Wild Cherry 4 references
  1. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  2. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  3. Budzinski JW, Foster BC, Vandenhoek S, Arnason JT. An in vitro evaluation of human cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibition by selected commercial herbal extracts and tinctures. Phytomedicine 2000;7:273-82. PubMed
  4. Pentore, R., Venneri, A., and Nichelli, P. Accidental choke-cherry poisoning: early symptoms and neurological sequelae of an unusual case of cyanide intoxication. Ital.J Neurol.Sci. 1996;17(3):233-235. PubMed

See these in context on the Wild Cherry 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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