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Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Sunshine

Liquid Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor is a dietary supplement by Nature's Sunshine with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for body and breath odor control, wound and skin care, internal deodorant for ostomy or incontinence.Based on those ingredients, 335 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor by Nature's Sunshine

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: sodium copper chlorophyllin, a semi-synthetic form of chlorophyll derived from plants. Chlorophyllin is added to the purified water base and flavored with spearmint oil.

The liquid also contains methylparaben and propylparaben as preservatives.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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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 Chlorophyllin's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: intestinal system support and detoxification.
  • We looked for evidence on: Body odor, Fecal odor, Wound healing, Digestive health, Gastrointestinal cleansing.
  • The closest evidence on file: Chlorophyllin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Wound healing (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Chlorophyllin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Body odor, Fecal odor.

The evidence for chlorophyllin is patchy. It's rated possibly ineffective for urinary odor — so don't count on it for that purpose.

For acne, cancer prevention, constipation, gas, and low white blood cell count (leukopenia), there isn't enough reliable evidence in our data to say whether it works or doesn't. If you're considering it for one of those uses, talk with your doctor about whether the evidence supports it for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Chlorophyllin

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 1 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.

Chlorophyllin is generally well tolerated in the short term, but long-term safety data are limited and the quality of evidence is modest. The main concern is photosensitization — oral chlorophyll can make your skin react badly to sunlight, and a few case reports describe pseudoporphyria (a blistering skin condition) after drinking chlorophyll products.

Don't use this during pregnancy — the safety data aren't adequate enough. Breastfeeding safety is also unknown, so it's safer to avoid it then too.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Chlorophyllin

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 — Chlorophyllin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 335 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.

Check before taking this if you use photosensitizing drugs — medications that increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight, including certain antibiotics, some blood pressure and anti-inflammatory drugs, and others. If you're not sure whether yours qualify, search your medications in the tool below or ask your pharmacist.

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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 safety information is well characterized.

This is a single-ingredient product that works best for people who aren't taking photosensitizing medications and aren't pregnant or breastfeeding. If you're on any medication and spend time in the sun, check first with your doctor or pharmacist — the interaction risk is real.

The evidence for what it actually does is thin, so manage expectations.

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 Jan 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Sunshine
Barcode (UPC) 099904016897
Net contents 32 fl. Oz.; 946 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 25, 2020
DSLD ID 212485
Product type Non-nutrient/non-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 Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor by Nature's Sunshine, 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:
30 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
30 mL
Servings per container
31
UPC/BARCODE
099904016897
IngredientAmount% DV
Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin90 mg--

Other ingredients: purified Water, Methylparaben, Spearmint Aerial Parts Oil, Propylparaben

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Label statements
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General Statements

010016890419

Herb specialist since 1972 Quality, service, integrity

Guaranteed pure

Product of U.S.A.

Formulation

Intestinal system support

Digestive tract detoxifier Supports detoxification Upregulates phase II enzymes Derived from natural plant sources

Nature's Sunshine uses natural source materials that are subject to color variation.

Formula

Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants that harnesses the sun's energy in photosynthesis. Chlorophyll in plants performs metabolic functions such as respiration and growth.

Ko Pareve

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendation Take 2 tablespoons (30 mL) in an 8 fl oz glass of cold water daily.

Storage

Refrigerate after opening.

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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Precautions

This bottle was sealed for your protection. Do not use if inner seal is missing or damaged.

Seals/Symbols

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Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor by Nature's Sunshine label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor by Nature's Sunshine

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

Serving size30 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container31 Amounts shown are per serving.

Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin

Interacts with
335 drugs
90 mg per serving

Chlorophyllin is a water-soluble, semi-synthetic form of chlorophyll most often used to help control body and fecal odor and to support wound healing....

Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Purified Water, Methylparaben, Spearmint Aerial Parts Oil, Propylparaben. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor by Nature's Sunshine Drug Interactions

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335Drugs
335 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor 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.

Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin1 drug type · 335 drugs

Photosensitizing Drugs

Theoretically, concomitant use of chlorophyllin with photosensitizing drugs may have additive effects.
Chlorophyllin is a semi-synthetic derivative of chlorophyll. Chlorophyll has been reported to cause photosensitization. Orally, chlorophyll has also been associated with the development of pseudoporphyria in multiple case reports.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor, from the product label.

Nature's Sunshine

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Name
Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc
City
Spanish Fork
State
Utah
ZipCode
84660
Phone Number
1-800-223-8225
Web Address
www.naturessunshine.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor by Nature's Sunshine: Common Questions

Does Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor by Nature's Sunshine interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor has a known interaction with 335 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor 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.
Will this help with bad-smelling urine?
The evidence says it's possibly ineffective for that, so it's not a reliable choice for urinary odor.
Can I take this while pregnant?
No — there isn't enough reliable safety data, so the advice is to avoid it during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor about alternatives if you're interested in this type of supplement.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking chlorophyll?
Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so the safer choice is to avoid it. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about what's safe for you and your baby.
What's the main risk with this product?
Photosensitization — it can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, especially if you're also on certain medications. In rare cases, oral chlorophyll has been linked to a blistering skin condition called pseudoporphyria.
What are the inactive ingredients?
The product contains purified water, spearmint oil for flavor, and two preservatives: methylparaben and propylparaben.

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The Full Monographs Behind Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Liquid Chlorophyll Fresh Mint Flavor'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 6 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.

Chlorophyllin 6 references
  1. Nahata MC, Slencsak CA, Kamp J. Effect of chlorophyllin on urinary odor in incontinent geriatric patients. Drug Intell Clin Pharm 1983;17:732-4. PubMed
  2. Mathews-Roth MM. Carotenoids in erythropoietic protoporphyria and other photosensitivity diseases. Ann N Y Acad Sci, 1993; 691:127-38. PubMed
  3. Belen'kii, G. B. and Krikun, B. L. [Treatment of herpes simplex and herpes zoster by chlorophyll preparations]. Sov.Med. 1971;34(1):151-152.
  4. Rossi E, Borchard K, Cole JM. Pseudoporphyria following self-medication with chlorophyll. Australas J Dermatol. 2015 Feb;56(1):47-8. PubMed
  5. Zhao CY, Frew JW, Muhaidat J, et al. Chlorophyll-induced pseudoporphyria with ongoing photosensitivity after cessation - a case series of four patients. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2016;30(7):1239-42. PubMed
  6. Tomankova K, Kejlova K, Binder S, et al. In vitro cytotoxicity and phototoxicity study of cosmetics colorants. Toxicol In Vitro. 2011 Sep;25(6):1242-50. PubMed

See these in context on the Chlorophyllin monograph →

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