Li Lu Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Li Lu 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
Li Lu is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for homeopathic remedy for nausea and diarrhea, traditional use for high blood pressure (historical), folk use as an emetic.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 Li Lu 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: a liquid extract of wildcrafted white hellebore dried herb. White hellebore is a traditional plant, but it is toxic and unsafe for human use in any form.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
We hold no effectiveness data for white hellebore in our records.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
White hellebore is regarded as unsafe for any use, orally or on the skin. Common side effects from taking it by mouth include abdominal pain, blurred vision, slow heart rate, confusion, headache, low blood pressure, nausea, muscle weakness, and vomiting.
Serious and rare effects can include heart rhythm problems, blindness, stomach erosion, loss of consciousness, paralysis, trouble breathing, and seizures. The plant is toxic during pregnancy and lactation and has caused severe birth defects in animal studies — do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we could check. That said, the serious toxicity of white hellebore itself — not drug interactions — makes this product unsafe to use.
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.
White hellebore is highly poisonous and unsafe for human use. We strongly advise against taking this product.
If you or someone else has taken it, contact poison control or seek emergency care right away.
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 25, 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
General information
Key facts about Li Lu, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 617503337504 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 234080 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Li Lu by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| wildcrafted Li Lu (Veratrum nigrum) dried herb liquid extract | 970 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Menstruum
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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.
Formulation
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
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
Veratrum nigrum
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free
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Li Lu by Herbal Terra label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Li Lu 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.
Wildcrafted Li Lu (Veratrum nigrum) dried herb liquid extract
No knowninteractions
White Hellebore (Veratrum album) is a highly toxic plant that contains powerful compounds that can dangerously affect the heart and nervous system. It...
Wildcrafted Li Lu (Veratrum nigrum) dried herb liquid extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Li Lu by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Li Lu. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Li Lu, from the product label.
Li Lu by Herbal Terra: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.
Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Li Lu’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Li Lu'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 8 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.
White Hellebore 8 references
- The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Jaspersen-Schib R, Theus L, Guirguis-Oeschger M, et al. [Serious plant poisonings in Switzerland 1966-1994. Case analysis from the Swiss Toxicology Information Center]. Schweiz Med Wochenschr 1996;126:1085-98.
- Grobosch T, Binscheck T, Martens F, Lampe D. Accidental intoxication with Veratrum album. J Anal Toxicol. 2008;32(9):768-73. PubMed
- Rauber-Lüthy C, Halbsguth U, Kupferschmidt H, et al. Low-dose exposure to Veratrum album in children causes mild effects--a case series. Clin Toxicol (Phila). 2010;48(3):234-7.
- Gilotta I, Brvar M. Accidental poisoning with Veratrum album mistaken for wild garlic (Allium ursinum). Clin Toxicol (Phila). 2010;48(9):949-52.
- Melnik EV, Belova MV, Potskhveriya MM, Simonova AY, Tyurin IA, Ramenskaya GV. Veratrum alkaloid determination in four cases of Veratrum aqua poisonings. J Anal Toxicol 2022;46(1):e42-e47.
- Taldaev A, Terekhov RP, Melnik EV, et al. Insights into the Cardiotoxic Effects of Veratrum Lobelianum Alkaloids: Pilot Study. Toxins (Basel) 2022;14(7):490. PubMed
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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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