MicroDefense w/Oregano Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking MicroDefense w/Oregano 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
MicroDefense w/Oregano is a dietary supplement by Pure Encapsulations with 5 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart health, high blood pressure, high cholesterol.Based on those ingredients, 1,339 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Berberine Sulfate, Clove bud powder, Sweet Wormwood extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of MicroDefense w/Oregano by Pure Encapsulations
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
MicroDefense w/Oregano contains 5 active ingredients: olive leaf extract, berberine sulfate, sweet wormwood extract, oregano oil, and clove bud powder. The product also contains two inactive ingredients — cellulose and water — which serve as the capsule and filler.
These ingredients are traditional antimicrobial compounds. Berberine is an alkaloid studied for blood sugar and cholesterol support; sweet wormwood (artemisia annua) contains artemisinin; oregano oil is a concentrated form of the culinary herb; clove is rich in eugenol; and olive leaf extract comes from the Mediterranean olive tree.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for this product's active ingredients is mixed. Berberine is rated possibly effective for high cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, PCOS, and H. pylori infection.
Clove is rated possibly effective for ventilator-associated pneumonia. For sweet wormwood, the data shows possibly effective for allergic rhinitis (hay fever), but insufficient evidence for fatty liver disease and other uses.
Olive leaf extract and oregano oil lack sufficient reliable evidence in our data for their listed uses — conditions like influenza, shingles, bronchitis, and upper respiratory infections.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Berberine is generally well tolerated short-term but commonly causes digestive upset (abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, nausea). It may also cause dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, or headache.
Berberine must be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding — the safety data advises against use because it may cross the placenta and pass into breast milk, with potential harm to a newborn or infant. Sweet wormwood is generally well tolerated but can cause nausea and vomiting.
Rare cases of liver injury have been reported; it must be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding because safety data is insufficient. Oregano oil is well tolerated in typical food amounts but can cause gastrointestinal upset and, rarely, allergic reactions including anaphylaxis in sensitive people.
Avoid medicinal doses during pregnancy; food amounts are likely fine. Safety during breastfeeding is not established.
Clove is safe as a spice but concentrated oil can be irritating or toxic in large doses; food amounts are fine during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but medicinal doses lack sufficient safety data. Olive leaf extract lacks clear safety data for concentrated supplements, though the food forms are very safe.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Before taking MicroDefense w/Oregano, double-check with your pharmacist if you take cyclosporine (a Major interaction with berberine), blood pressure medications, blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, diabetes medications, or any prescription drugs your liver breaks down — especially those metabolized by CYP2D6, CYP2C9, CYP3A4, CYP2B6, or CYP1A2. Also mention any medications that can harm the liver.
These interactions span dozens of common drugs across multiple categories.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product may appeal to people looking for traditional antimicrobial support, but it carries significant interactions — especially with blood pressure, blood-thinning, and diabetes medications, and with drugs your liver metabolizes. If you take any prescription medications, check them against the interaction tool before starting.
Berberine in particular must be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before adding this to your routine.
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Assessment coverage: 5 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 22, 2023.
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 MicroDefense w/Oregano, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Pure Encapsulations |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 766298021348 |
| Net contents | 90 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 22, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 294025 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for MicroDefense w/Oregano by Pure Encapsulations, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Leaf Extract | 100 mg | -- |
| Berberine Sulfate | 100 mg | -- |
| Sweet Wormwood extract | 150 mg | -- |
| Oregano (Origanum vulgare) Oil extract | 100 mg | -- |
| Clove bud powder | 50 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Water
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Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendations: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-3 times daily, just before a meal, with 6-8 oz water, for 2-3 months, or as directed by a health professional.
Precautions
Warning: Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women. If you have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Use only if safety seal is intact.
General Statements
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Formulation
Supports microbial balance for gastrointestinal and immune health Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic
Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic
Certified Gluten-Free by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization, www.gluten.org
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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MicroDefense w/Oregano by Pure Encapsulations label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in MicroDefense w/Oregano by Pure Encapsulations
These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Olive Leaf Extract
No knowninteractions
Olive comes from the same tree that gives us olives and olive oil, and its leaf and fruit contain antioxidant compounds like oleuropein and hydroxytyr...
Olive Leaf Extract monograph & interactionsBerberine Sulfate
Interacts with1,160 drugs
Berberine is a yellow plant compound that has shown promise for lowering blood sugar and cholesterol in some studies, but the quality of research vari...
Berberine Sulfate monograph & interactionsSweet Wormwood extract
Interacts with889 drugs
Sweet Annie (Artemisia annua) is the source of artemisinin, a compound used in prescription antimalarial drugs. While the purified drug is well studie...
Sweet Wormwood extract monograph & interactionsOregano (Origanum vulgare) Oil extract
Interacts with208 drugs
Oregano is a common Mediterranean cooking herb that is also sold as a concentrated oil or supplement, often standardized for a compound called carvacr...
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) Oil extract monograph & interactionsClove bud powder
Interacts with977 drugs
Clove is a common cooking spice that is also used in traditional medicine, especially as a topical numbing agent for tooth pain thanks to its main com...
Clove bud powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
MicroDefense w/Oregano by Pure Encapsulations Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
MicroDefense w/Oregano by Pure Encapsulations contains five active ingredients, and several of them interact with medications.
The most serious concern is berberine sulfate, which can increase levels of cyclosporine (a drug used to prevent organ rejection after transplant) — a Major interaction that requires careful monitoring.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Berberine also carries Moderate interactions with blood pressure medications, blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs), diabetes medications, and several groups of drugs your liver breaks down (substrates of CYP2D6, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4 enzymes). Sweet wormwood extract has Moderate interactions with drugs that affect the liver and those broken down by CYP3A4 and CYP2B6.
Clove bud powder interacts moderately with diabetes drugs and liver-metabolized medications (CYP2D6, CYP1A2, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4 substrates), plus Minor interactions with blood thinners and topical ibuprofen. Oregano oil may increase bleeding risk with anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs, and raise low blood sugar risk with diabetes medications, both Moderate.
Olive leaf extract was not found to have documented interactions in our data. Altogether, these interactions span 1,319 individual medications.
Use the interaction checker below to search your exact prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs before starting this product.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in MicroDefense w/Oregano interact with 1,339 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
4 of the 5 ingredients in MicroDefense w/Oregano interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Berberine Sulfate Clove bud powder Sweet Wormwood extract Oregano (Origanum vulgare) Oil extract
CyclosporineCequa, Ciclosporine, Gengraf, Neoral, Sandimmune, Verkazia +1 more
How Cyclosporine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cyclosporine (neoral, Sandimmune) Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Cyclosporine interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Cyclosporine interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Cyclosporine interaction6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAdo-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
How Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionAbacavir, LamivudineEpzicom
How Abacavir, Lamivudine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Oregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Oregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil Extract + Abciximab interactionBerberine SulfateAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Abciximab interactionClove Bud PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, clove oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Abemaciclib interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Abemaciclib interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Clove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Abiraterone interactionBerberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Abiraterone interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Abiraterone Acetate interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Abiraterone Acetate interactionBerberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberine SulfateAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Abrocitinib interactionClove Bud PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, clove oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Abrocitinib interactionOregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Oregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Clove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acalabrutinib interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acalabrutinib interactionBerberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberine SulfateAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine may increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acarbose interactionOregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk for hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Oregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil Extract + Acarbose interactionClove Bud PowderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove extracts with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acarbose interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberine SulfateAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acebutolol interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Oregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Oregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionBerberine SulfateAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acenocoumarol interactionClove Bud PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, clove oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberine SulfateCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Clove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Oregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Oregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionClove Bud PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, clove oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionBerberine SulfateAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 4 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Berberine SulfateAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionOregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Oregano (origanum Vulgare) Oil Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionClove Bud PowderAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, clove oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Clove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Clove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionBerberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with MicroDefense w/Oregano — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Sweet Wormwood ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionBerberine SulfateCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
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Berberine SulfateCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
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Clove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionBerberine SulfateCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
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Berberine SulfateCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
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Clove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionBerberine SulfateCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
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Berberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
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Berberine SulfateCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
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Clove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractHepatotoxic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionBerberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
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Berberine SulfateCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Berberine Sulfate + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionClove Bud PowderCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Clove Bud Powder + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionSweet Wormwood ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Hepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sweet Wormwood Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in MicroDefense w/Oregano with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Berberine Sulfate
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
Berberine can increase serum levels of cyclosporine.
Berberine can reduce metabolism and increase serum levels of cyclosporine. Berberine might inhibit cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4), which metabolizes cyclosporine.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, berberine might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and in vivo research suggest that berberine can inhibit platelet aggregation. Theoretically, berberine might have additive effects when used with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs and increase the risk of bleeding.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, berberine may increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Clinical research shows that berberine may lower blood glucose levels. Theoretically, berberine might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs and increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, berberine might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that berberine can have hypotensive effects. Also, a clinical study suggests that taking berberine in combination with amlodipine can lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure when compared with amlodipine alone.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, berberine might increase the sedative effects of CNS depressants.
Animal research suggests that berberine may have sedative effects. Theoretically, use of berberine along with CNS depressants might produce additive therapeutic and adverse effects.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
Preliminary clinical research shows that berberine can inhibit CYP2C9. Theoretically, taking berberine with drugs metabolized by CYP2C9 might increase drug levels and increase the risk of adverse effects.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
In vitro research and preliminary clinical evidence show that berberine can inhibit CYP2D6. Theoretically, use of berberine with drugs metabolized by CYP2D6 might increase drug levels and increase the risk of adverse effects.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, berberine might increase serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research and preliminary clinical research show that berberine moderately inhibits CYP3A4. Theoretically, use of berberine with drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 might increase drug levels and increase the risk of adverse effects.
Dextromethorphan (Robitussin Dm, Others)
Theoretically, berberine may increase serum levels of dextromethorphan.
Preliminary clinical research shows that berberine can inhibit cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) activity and reduce the metabolism of dextromethorphan. This may increase the effects and side effects of dextromethorphan.
Losartan (Cozaar)
Berberine might reduce the therapeutic effects of losartan by decreasing its conversion to its active form.
Preliminary clinical research suggests that berberine can inhibit cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9) activity and reduce metabolism of losartan.
Metformin (Glucophage)
Theoretically, berberine might increase the therapeutic and adverse effects of metformin.
In vitro and animal studies show that berberine can increase the systemic exposure and half-life of metformin, potentially increasing metformin's effects and side effects. This interaction seems to be most apparent when berberine is administered 2 hours prior to metformin. Taking berberine and metformin at the same time does not appear to increase systemic exposure to metformin.
Midazolam (Versed)
Berberine can reduce metabolism of midazolam, which might increase the risk of severe adverse effects.
Preliminary clinical research shows that berberine can inhibit cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) activity and reduce metabolism of midazolam.
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)
Berberine might increase the sedative effect of pentobarbital.
Evidence from animal research shows that berberine can prolong pentobarbital-induced sleeping time. Theoretically, combining berberine and pentobarbital might increase the sedative effects of pentobarbital.
Tacrolimus (Prograf)
Berberine has been associated with increased blood levels of tacrolimus.
In a 16-year-old patient with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome who was being treated with tacrolimus 6.5 mg twice daily, intake of berberine 200 mg three times daily increased the blood concentration of tacrolimus from 8 to 22 ng/mL. Following a reduction of the tacrolimus dose to 3 mg daily, blood levels of tacrolimus decreased to 12 ng/mL.
Acetazolamide
Laboratory studies and initial clinical findings suggest that berberine has the potential to increase acetazolamide concentrations in the body. More research is needed to confirm this interaction.
Clove bud powder
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove extracts with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical and laboratory research suggest that polyphenol extracts from clove flower buds might lower blood glucose levels. Dosing adjustments for insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents may be necessary when taken with clove. Monitor blood glucose levels closely.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
In vitro research shows that eugenol, the principal constituent of clove, can inhibit CYP1A2 in a dose-dependent manner,. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
In vitro research shows that eugenol, the principal constituent of clove, inhibits CYP2C9 in a dose-dependent manner. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
In vitro research shows that eugenol, the principal constituent of clove, can inhibit CYP2D6 in a dose-dependent manner. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use of clove may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research shows that eugenol, the principal constituent of clove, can inhibit CYP3A4 in a dose-dependent manner. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, clove oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Laboratory research suggests that eugenol, a constituent of clove, has antiplatelet activity. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Ibuprofen (Advil, Others)
Theoretically, topical application of clove oil with ibuprofen might increase the absorption and side effects of topical ibuprofen.
Laboratory research shows that topical application of clove oil increases the absorption of topical ibuprofen. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Sweet Wormwood extract
Cytochrome P450 2B6 (Cyp2B6) Substrates
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2B6.
In vitro research shows that the Sweet Annie constituent artemisinin induces CYP2B6, possibly increasing CYP2B6 activity by 1.6-fold. However, Sweet Annie extract seems to inhibit the activity of CYP2B6 in vitro, suggesting that other constituents of Sweet Annie play a role in its effects on the overall activity of this enzyme. More information is needed to determine whether taking Sweet Annie extract affects the metabolism of CYP2B6 substrates.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Sweet Annie may alter plasma levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research shows that the Sweet Annie constituent artemisinin induces CYP3A4, possibly increasing CYP3A4 activity by 1.9-fold. However, Sweet Annie extract seems to inhibit the activity of CYP3A4 in vitro, suggesting that other constituents of Sweet Annie play a role in its effects on the overall activity of this enzyme. More information is needed to determine whether taking Sweet Annie extract affects the metabolism of CYP3A4 substrates.
Hepatotoxic Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use might have additive adverse hepatotoxic effects.
There is some concern that Sweet Annie can adversely affect the liver.
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) Oil extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research shows that aristolochic acid isolated from oregano leaves has antithrombin activity. It has also been reported that oregano oil inhibits arachidonic acid-induced, and ADP-induced, platelet aggregation.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk for hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
In vitro and animal research shows that oregano extracts might lower blood glucose levels.
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The Full Monographs Behind MicroDefense w/Oregano’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Olive
Olive comes from the same tree that gives us olives and olive oil, and its leaf and fruit contain antioxidant compounds like oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol. Olive oil as part of a Mediterrane...
Read the full Olive monograph → Herb & supplement monographBerberine
Interacts with 1,160 drugsBerberine is a yellow plant compound that has shown promise for lowering blood sugar and cholesterol in some studies, but the quality of research varies and it is not a replacement for presc...
Read the full Berberine monograph → Herb & supplement monographSweet Annie
Interacts with 889 drugsSweet Annie (Artemisia annua) is the source of artemisinin, a compound used in prescription antimalarial drugs. While the purified drug is well studied for malaria, the herb itself as a supp...
Read the full Sweet Annie monograph → Herb & supplement monographOregano
Interacts with 208 drugsOregano is a common Mediterranean cooking herb that is also sold as a concentrated oil or supplement, often standardized for a compound called carvacrol. While lab studies suggest it may hav...
Read the full Oregano monograph → Herb & supplement monographClove
Interacts with 977 drugsClove is a common cooking spice that is also used in traditional medicine, especially as a topical numbing agent for tooth pain thanks to its main compound, eugenol. Food amounts are general...
Read the full Clove monograph →Sources & How We Checked
MicroDefense w/Oregano'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.
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The 92 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.
Olive 2 references
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Berberine 41 references
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- Zhang, Y., Li, X., Zou, D., Liu, W., Yang, J., Zhu, N., Huo, L., Wang, M., Hong, J., Wu, P., Ren, G., and Ning, G. Treatment of type 2 diabetes and dyslipidemia with the natural plant alkaloid berberine. J Clin Endocrinol.Metab 2008;93(7):2559-2565. PubMed
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