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Marjoram Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by doTERRA

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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
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First and foremost: checking Marjoram 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

Marjoram is a dietary supplement by doTERRA with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset, sleep and relaxation, respiratory complaints (cough, congestion).Based on those ingredients, 338 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Marjoram. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Marjoram by doTERRA

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: Marjoram. It's a liquid concentrate of the marjoram herb, commonly used as a culinary seasoning but also sold as a medicinal extract.

The product has no listed inactive ingredients.

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 Marjoram product and its label doesn't state a use — see Marjoram'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 evidence for marjoram in treating asthma, Parkinson disease, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), or dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual periods) isn't established in our data. All four uses are rated as having insufficient reliable evidence to say whether it works.

If you're considering marjoram for one of these conditions, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what the research actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Marjoram

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.

Marjoram is generally well tolerated as a food seasoning, but concentrated extracts and essential oils have limited safety data in people. In a trial of extended essential oil use, a small number of children with pre-existing atopic eczema (a skin condition) developed allergic contact dermatitis.

A case report also describes a woman whose perioral dermatitis (a skin rash around the mouth) flared after eating marjoram-seasoned food and improved once she stopped. Pregnancy safety data is lacking; the evidence advises against medicinal doses during pregnancy.

Breastfeeding safety data isn't on file for this ingredient.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Marjoram

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 — Marjoram.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 338 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 marjoram in medicinal amounts, double-check it with your pharmacist if you take blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin, clopidogrel), anticholinergic drugs (like benztropine or atropine for Parkinson disease or overactive bladder), or cholinergic drugs (like donepezil for Alzheimer's or bethanechol for low blood pressure).

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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.

If you're using marjoram as a culinary herb, there's little concern. But if you're considering medicinal amounts—especially in extract or essential oil form—you'll want to talk with your pharmacist first, particularly if you take blood thinners or drugs for nerve-related conditions.

Pregnant women should avoid medicinal doses.

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 May 19, 2022.

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 Marjoram, straight from the product label.

Brand doTERRA
Net contents 15 mL; 0.5 fl. Oz.
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 19, 2022
DSLD ID 267412
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Marjoram by doTERRA, 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 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Drop(s)
Servings per container
250
IngredientAmount% DV
Marjoram60 mg--

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

For aromatic and topical use. Diffuse aromatically, or to apply topically, dilute with a carrier oil to minimize skin sensitivity.

Precautions

Caution: Possible skin sensitivity.

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician.

Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

For internal use dilute 1 drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.

Formula

Origanum majorana

FDA Statement of Identity

Essential Oil Supplement

Formulation

CPTG Certified Pure Tested Grade

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Marjoram by doTERRA label

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Marjoram label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Marjoram by doTERRA

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

Serving size1 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container250 Amounts shown are per serving.

Marjoram

Interacts with
338 drugs
60 mg per serving

Marjoram is a Mediterranean kitchen herb related to oregano that is widely used in food and traditional medicine for digestive, sleep, and respiratory...

Marjoram monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Marjoram by doTERRA Drug Interactions

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338 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Marjoram 338

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Marjoram interact with 338 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Marjoram interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Marjoram

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Marjoram 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.

Marjoram3 drug types · 338 drugs

Anticholinergic Drugs

In vitro research suggests that marjoram extract can inhibit acetylcholinesterase activity. Theoretically, using marjoram in medicinal amounts along with anticholinergic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of marjoram or the anticholinergic agent.
Some anticholinergic drugs include atropine, benztropine (Cogentin), biperiden (Akineton), procyclidine (Kemadrin), and trihexyphenidyl (Artane).

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

In vitro research suggests that marjoram extract inhibits platelet aggregation and adhesion. Theoretically, marjoram might increase the risk of bleeding when used in medicinal amounts along with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Some anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs include aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), dalteparin (Fragmin), enoxaparin (Lovenox), heparin, ticlopidine (Ticlid), warfarin (Coumadin), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cholinergic Drugs

In vitro research suggests that marjoram extract can inhibit acetylcholinesterase activity. Theoretically, using marjoram in medicinal amounts along with cholinergic drugs might have additive effects and increase the risk of cholinergic side effects.
Cholinergic drugs include bethanechol (Urecholine), donepezil (Aricept), echothiophate (Phospholine Iodide), edrophonium (Enlon, Reversol, Tensilon), neostigmine (Prostigmin), physostigmine (Antilirium), pyridostigmine (Mestinon, Regonol), succinylcholine (Anectine, Quelicin), and tacrine (Cognex).

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Marjoram, from the product label.

doTERRA

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Name
doTERRA Intl, LLC
Street Address
389 South 1300 West
City
Pleasant Grove
State
UT
ZipCode
84062
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Marjoram by doTERRA: Common Questions

Does Marjoram by doTERRA interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Marjoram has a known interaction with 338 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Marjoram 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.
Is marjoram safe to use while pregnant?
The safety data advises against medicinal or concentrated doses during pregnancy. Food amounts used for seasoning are likely fine, but if you're thinking of taking it as a supplement in medicinal amounts, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Can marjoram help with PCOS or painful periods?
The evidence isn't established in our data for either condition. Both uses are rated as having insufficient reliable evidence. Your pharmacist or doctor can talk through whether this is a reasonable option for you.
What side effects might I get from marjoram?
When used as a food seasoning, side effects are uncommon. Concentrated or extended use of the essential oil can cause allergic skin reactions in some people, especially those with pre-existing eczema. A skin rash around the mouth (perioral dermatitis) has also been reported after consuming marjoram-seasoned food in one case.
Does it matter if I use marjoram as a seasoning versus a medicinal extract?
Yes. Food amounts are generally well tolerated, but concentrated extracts and essential oils have limited human safety data and are where the interaction and safety concerns mainly apply. If you're thinking of medicinal doses, talk with your pharmacist first.
Can I use marjoram if I'm breastfeeding?
Safety data for breastfeeding isn't on file for marjoram. Talk with your pharmacist or doctor to decide what's right for your situation.

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The Full Monographs Behind Marjoram’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Marjoram

Interacts with 338 drugs

Marjoram is a Mediterranean kitchen herb related to oregano that is widely used in food and traditional medicine for digestive, sleep, and respiratory complaints. Most of its health claims r...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Marjoram'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 11 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.

Marjoram 11 references
  1. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  2. Orhan, I., Kartal, M., Kan, Y., and Sener, B. Activity of essential oils and individual components against acetyl- and butyrylcholinesterase. Z.Naturforsch.C. 2008;63(7-8):547-553.
  3. Farkas, J. Perioral dermatitis from marjoram, bay leaf and cinnamon. Contact Dermatitis 1981;7(2):121. PubMed
  4. Anderson C, Lis-Balchin M, Kirk-Smith M. Evaluation of massage with essential oils on childhood atopic eczema. Phytother Res 2000;14(6):452-6. PubMed
  5. Ou, M. C., Hsu, T. F., Lai, A. C., Lin, Y. T., and Lin, C. C. Pain relief assessment by aromatic essential oil massage on outpatients with primary dysmenorrhea: a randomized, double-blind clinical trial. J Obstet.Gynaecol.Res 2012;38(5):817-822. PubMed
  6. Chung, Y. K., Heo, H. J., Kim, E. K., Kim, H. K., Huh, T. L., Lim, Y., Kim, S. K., and Shin, D. H. Inhibitory effect of ursolic acid purified from Origanum majorana L on the acetylcholinesterase. Mol.Cells 4-30-2001;11(2):137-143. DOI
  7. Yazdanparast, R. and Shahriyary, L. Comparative effects of Artemisia dracunculus, Satureja hortensis and Origanum majorana on inhibition of blood platelet adhesion, aggregation and secretion. Vascul.Pharmacol 2008;48(1):32-37. PubMed
  8. Mohamed MS, Saad HH, and Abd El Khalek MG. Daily consumption of marjoram oil improve the health status of patients with asthma. Pakistan Journal of Nutrition. 2008;7(2):312-316. DOI
  9. Bina F, Rahimi R. Sweet marjoram: a review of ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry, and biological activities. J Evid Based Complementary Altern Med 2017;22(1):175-85.
  10. Haj-Husein I, Tukan S, Alkazaleh F. The effect of marjoram (Origanum majorana) tea on the hormonal profile of women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a randomized controlled pilot study. J Hum Nutr Diet 2016;29(1):105-11.
  11. Chahra C, Anis H, Bissene D, et al. The effect of Origanum majorana tea on motor and non-motor symptoms in patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease: A randomized controlled pilot study. Parkinsonism Relat Disord. 2021 Oct;91:23-7. PubMed

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