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Lotus Alcohol Free Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

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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 Lotus Alcohol Free 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

Lotus Alcohol Free is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and diarrhea, anxiety and relaxation, sleep support.Based on those ingredients, 212 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lotus Stem Extract, Dry. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Lotus Alcohol Free 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.

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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: Lotus Stem Extract in dried form. Lotus root is common in food and traditional medicine, and this extract is meant to deliver its active compounds in a concentrated dose.

The liquid also holds glycerin and water as inactive ingredients to keep it in solution.

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

This is a single-ingredient Lotus product and its label doesn't state a use — see Lotus's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The data we hold on lotus stem extract show insufficient reliable evidence to rate how well it works for nausea, vomiting, sore throat, insomnia, weight management, heavy menstrual bleeding, or bleeding disorders. Translation: there isn't enough solid research yet to say whether this ingredient actually does what the label might suggest.

If you're thinking about it for one of these reasons, ask your pharmacist whether the evidence fits your goal.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lotus

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.

Lotus root is eaten safely as food, but supplement safety hasn't been well studied in humans at medicinal doses. The safety data don't support use of concentrated supplements, and there isn't enough evidence to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding—so avoid it during that time.

Some people have had allergic reactions to lotus root, including hives and skin rash on areas that touched it or after swallowing it. If you've had contact allergies or food reactions before, watch for those signs.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lotus

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 — Lotus.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 212 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 you start, check with your pharmacist if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (aspirin, clopidogrel, warfarin), antidiabetes medications, or sedatives like pentobarbital. Lotus may increase bleeding risk, lower blood sugar too far, or boost drowsiness.

Use the medication checker on this page with your exact drug names.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Lotus Stem Extract is a single-ingredient supplement with a long history in food. It may be worth considering if you're curious about traditional uses, but the evidence for specific health claims isn't solid yet.

If you take blood thinners, diabetes medications, or sedatives, check with us first—lotus can genuinely affect how these work. Always talk to your pharmacist before adding it to your routine.

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 Dec 21, 2024.

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 Lotus Alcohol Free, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7439500757771
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 21, 2024
DSLD ID 324354
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
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lotus Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
7439500757771
IngredientAmount% DV
Lotus Stem Extract, Dry1156 mg--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Water

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

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.

Precautions

We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking. May have contraindications and cause adverse reaction.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications. Keep out of the reach of children!

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Formulation

cGMP Made in compliance with cGMP 21 CFR 111 in an FDA registered and inspected facility.

Sugar free

Expertly extracted 100% natural Premium product

No alcohol (ethyl), artificial ingredients, color additives, fillers or binders.

Natural Gluten free

Formula

Nelumbo nucifera

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

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Lotus Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra label

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Lotus Alcohol Free label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lotus Alcohol Free 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 container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Lotus Stem Extract, Dry

Interacts with
212 drugs
1156 mg per serving Form: Nelumbo nucifera Stem Extract, Dry

Lotus is an edible aquatic plant used in food and traditional medicine across Asia, with parts like the seeds, leaves, and flowers taken for digestion...

Lotus Stem Extract, Dry monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Lotus Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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212Drugs
212 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Lotus Stem Extract, Dry 212

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Lotus Alcohol Free interact with 212 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Lotus Alcohol Free interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Lotus Stem Extract, Dry

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Lotus Alcohol Free 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.

Lotus Stem Extract, Dry3 drug types · 212 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, concurrent use of lotus with other antiplatelet drugs might reduce platelet aggregation and increase the risk of bleeding.
Neferine and isoliensinine, constituents of lotus, have been shown to inhibit platelet aggregation, in vitro. These constituents can inhibit the production of pro-aggregating factors like prostaglandins.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, lotus might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research shows that the ethanolic extract of lotus reduces blood glucose levels and potentiates the effects of injected insulin. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)

Theoretically, taking lotus concomitantly with pentobarbital might increase sedation.
Animal research shows that lotus extract increases pentobarbitone-induced sleeping time. It is not known if this occurs in humans or if this effect occurs with other barbiturates or sedatives.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lotus Stem Extract, Dry full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Lotus Alcohol Free, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra LLC
Phone Number
+18083857868
Web Address
herbalterra.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lotus Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Lotus Alcohol Free by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Lotus Alcohol Free has a known interaction with 212 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lotus Alcohol Free 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?
We don't have pregnancy safety data on file for lotus stem extract, so there isn't enough information to know either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to decide what's right for you.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
No, the safety data advise against using lotus supplements while breastfeeding. There's just not enough information to know it's safe.
Does lotus really work for nausea or sleep?
The evidence we have on lotus for nausea, vomiting, or insomnia is insufficient to give it a solid rating. That means there's not enough reliable research yet to say whether it actually works for those reasons.
Can I be allergic to this?
Yes. Some people have had allergic reactions to lotus root, including hives (urticaria) and skin rashes or contact dermatitis where it touched their skin or after eating it. Stop use and talk to your pharmacist if you develop a rash.
Is this safe as a supplement if lotus is eaten as food?
Lotus root is common and safe to eat as food, but safety of concentrated medicinal supplements hasn't been well studied in humans. We'd recommend avoiding concentrated supplements at medicinal doses until more safety data are in.

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The Full Monographs Behind Lotus Alcohol Free’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Lotus

Interacts with 212 drugs

Lotus is an edible aquatic plant used in food and traditional medicine across Asia, with parts like the seeds, leaves, and flowers taken for digestion, calm, and overall wellness. Most healt...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Lotus Alcohol Free'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 5 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.

Lotus 5 references
  1. Yu, J. and Hu, W. S. [Effects of neferine on platelet aggregation in rabbits]. Yao Xue.Xue.Bao. 1997;32(1):1-4.
  2. Yang, J. and Zhou, K. NMR spectroscopic analysis of neferine and isoliensinine. Magn Reson.Chem 2004;42(11):994-997. PubMed
  3. Mukherjee, P. K., Saha, K., Balasubramanian, R., Pal, M., and Saha, B. P. Studies on psychopharmacological effects of Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. rhizome extract. J Ethnopharmacol. 1996;54(2-3):63-67. PubMed
  4. Mukherjee, P. K., Saha, K., Pal, M., and Saha, B. P. Effect of Nelumbo nucifera rhizome extract on blood sugar level in rats. J Ethnopharmacol. 1997;58(3):207-213. PubMed
  5. Hiraguchi Y, Tokuda R, Gen M, et al. Identification of a novel food allergen in lotus root. Allergol Int. 2018;67(1):141-143. PubMed

See these in context on the Lotus 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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