Maidenhair Fern Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maidenhair Fern 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
Maidenhair Fern is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for cough and respiratory complaints, hair and scalp health, cold and flu symptoms.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 Maidenhair Fern 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: certified organic Maidenhair Fern dried herb liquid extract, a concentrated form of the traditional plant. Maidenhair (Adiantum) has been used historically in foods and teas.
The only other ingredient listed is menstruum, which is the liquid used to extract and preserve the herb.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
We don't hold effectiveness ratings for Maidenhair Fern in our data, so we can't speak to how well it works for any particular condition. The product has been used traditionally, but the modern evidence base isn't established in the information we have.
How safe is it?
Some data gaps
Modern safety data on Maidenhair Fern in humans are limited, so caution is warranted. The herb has been traditionally linked to effects on menstruation and the uterus, which is why the safety data advises against it during pregnancy.
There isn't enough safety information to recommend it while breastfeeding either — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your individual situation.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Still, if you take any medications, run them through the checker below — it only takes a moment.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.
Maidenhair Fern is a single-ingredient traditional herb with no documented medication interactions. Because modern human safety data are sparse and traditional use suggests effects on the uterus, pregnant and breastfeeding people should skip it or check with their pharmacist first.
If you're curious whether it fits your routine, we're here to help.
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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 Maidenhair Fern, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 7429524423462 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 234972 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maidenhair Fern by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| certified organic Maidenhair Fern dried herb liquid extract | 970 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Menstruum
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Formulation
Origin of plant material: USA.
Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility
Alcohol free
Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Alcohol-free liquid herbal extract
Non GMO
No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free
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.
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
Adiantum capillus veneris
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free
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Maidenhair Fern 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 Maidenhair Fern 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.
Certified organic Maidenhair Fern dried herb liquid extract
No knowninteractions
Maidenhair fern is a traditional herb used mainly in teas and syrups for coughs and respiratory complaints, but high-quality human studies are lacking...
Certified organic Maidenhair Fern dried herb liquid extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maidenhair Fern by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maidenhair Fern. 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 Maidenhair Fern, from the product label.
Maidenhair Fern by Herbal Terra: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maidenhair Fern’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Maidenhair Fern'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 2 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.
Maidenhair Fern 2 references
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.
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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