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Dietary supplement

Moringa Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Hills

Tablet Or Pill Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Moringa is a dietary supplement by Herbal Hills with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for nutritional supplement, blood sugar support, cholesterol support.Based on those ingredients, 869 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Shigru (leaves) powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Moringa by Herbal Hills

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: shigru (moringa) leaf powder. Moringa is a leafy green plant traditionally used in herbal medicine and eaten as food in some parts of the world.

The tablet also contains inactive ingredients (xanthan gum, maize starch, silicon dioxide, HPMC, and magnesium stearate), which are binders and fillers that help hold the tablet together.

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 Moringa product and its label doesn't state a use — see Moringa'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 we have for moringa is insufficient to establish whether it works for any of its traditionally claimed uses—iron deficiency anemia, asthma, athletic performance, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and high cholesterol. While animal studies and traditional use suggest possible benefits in some areas, human research has not been robust enough to confirm effectiveness for any of these conditions.

If you're considering moringa for a specific health goal, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Moringa

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.

Moringa leaf powder appears to be generally well tolerated when used as a food, but high-quality safety data are limited. The most common side effect is transient diarrhea—in one trial, about 25% of people taking 8 grams daily experienced it.

Rare allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, have been reported, and there is one case report of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a serious skin reaction) linked to moringa leaf consumption. The root and root bark are concerning—animal research suggests they may stimulate the uterus, and safety data are lacking, so medicinal amounts should be avoided in pregnancy.

Moringa leaf is traditionally used to boost breast milk, but safety in lactation has not been well studied, so caution is advised.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Moringa

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 — Moringa.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 870 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 taking Herbal Hills Moringa, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take CYP3A4 substrate drugs (a large group—ask your pharmacist if your medications are in it), levothyroxine or other thyroid medication, blood sugar medication, or any drug that depends on kidney transport (P-glycoprotein substrates). The most serious unknowns surround CYP3A4 drugs, where moringa's effect is conflicting and unpredictable.

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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.

Moringa leaf powder is generally well tolerated as food but lacks strong human evidence for treating specific health conditions. The key caution is its potential to interact with medications metabolized by your liver or kidneys—especially thyroid medication, HIV drugs, and blood sugar medication.

If you take any prescription drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement. Pregnant individuals should avoid medicinal amounts.

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 Jun 23, 2017.

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 Moringa, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Hills
Barcode (UPC) 8906008411296
Net contents 700 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 23, 2017
DSLD ID 75163
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Halal
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Moringa by Herbal Hills, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
UPC/BARCODE
8906008411296
IngredientAmount% DV
Shigru (leaves) powder500 mg--

Other ingredients: Xanthan Gum, Maize Starch, Silicon Dioxide, HPMC, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

Mfg. Lic. No. : PD/AYU/002/10

(An ISO 22000:2005 Certified Company)

Back to nature

~ Pure ~ Natural ~ Effective

Moringa is known for its antioxidant, anti inflammatory nutrient dense properties. The nutritional benefits of moringa leaf supports a number of bodily function like cardio vascular, digestion, metabolism, immuno-modulatory, neurological etc. It is considered to be rich in vitamins, proteins, aminoacids, fiber, chlorophyll, minerals etc.

Seals/Symbols

JAS-ANZ ICS ISO 22000:2005 Reg. No.: RH91/7301

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice

Halal India www.halalindia.com

Storage

Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if inner seal is broken or missing.

Caution: Pregnant or lactating women are advised to consume herbal products under the advice of the healthcare practitioner.

Formula

(Moringa oleifera)

Halal India www.halalindia.com

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions For Use: As a dietary supplement take 1 tablet twice daily, preferably after meals. For better results it should be taken with warm water.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Moringa by Herbal Hills label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Moringa by Herbal Hills

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Amounts shown are per serving.

Shigru (leaves) powder

Interacts with
869 drugs
500 mg per serving

Moringa is a nutrient-rich plant whose leaves are widely used as a food and supplement, especially in parts of the world where malnutrition is common....

Shigru (leaves) powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Xanthan Gum, Maize Starch, Silicon Dioxide, HPMC, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Moringa by Herbal Hills Drug Interactions

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869Drugs
717 Moderate 152 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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Shigru (leaves) powder6 drug types · 869 drugs

Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Some in vitro research suggests that moringa inhibits cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). However, other in vitro research suggests that moringa extract induces CYP3A4 enzymes. A pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in the pharmacokinetics of nevirapine, which is partially metabolized by CYP3A4, when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)

Theoretically, moringa leaf can antagonize the effects of levothyroxine.
Animal research suggests that moringa aqueous leaf extract might reduce serum triiodothyronine (T3) concentrations by inhibiting the peripheral conversion of thyroxine (T4) to T3.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
P-Glycoprotein Substrates

Theoretically, moringa leaf extract might increase the levels and clinical effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa leaf extract inhibits renal P-glycoprotein transport activity. So far, this reaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, moringa might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Animal research shows that moringa can lower blood glucose levels. However, research in humans has not shown consistent blood glucose lowering effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa extract induces CYP1A2 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nevirapine (Viramune)

Moringa leaf is unlikely to have a clinically significant interaction with nevirapine.
Nevirapine is partially metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). In vitro evidence suggests that moringa inhibits CYP3A4. However, a pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in nevirapine pharmacokinetics when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

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

Herbal Hills

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Name
Isha Agro Developers Pvt. Ltd.
Street Address
55-A/B, Lonavala Co-op. Indl. Est. Ltd.
City
Nangargaon, Lonavala, Taluka-Maval, Dist. Pune,
State
Maharashtra
ZipCode
410401
Web Address
0091 22 2868 6868
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Moringa by Herbal Hills: Common Questions

Does Moringa by Herbal Hills interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Moringa has a known interaction with 869 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Moringa 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 moringa if I'm pregnant?
The data suggest moringa leaf is possibly safe in pregnancy, but the root and root bark are possibly unsafe because animal research indicates they may stimulate the uterus. Since this product is leaf powder, the data lean toward possibly safe—but safety hasn't been well studied. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice based on your individual situation.
Can I take moringa while breastfeeding?
Moringa leaf is rated possibly safe for breastfeeding, and it's traditionally used to boost milk supply. However, safety hasn't been well studied, so use caution and talk with your doctor or pharmacist to weigh the benefits and risks for you.
What's the most common side effect?
Diarrhea is the most common side effect—in a trial with 8 grams daily, about 25% of people experienced transient (temporary) diarrhea. Serious allergic reactions are rare but have been reported.
Does moringa help with diabetes?
Animal research shows moringa can lower blood glucose, but human studies have not shown consistent results. The evidence is currently insufficient to say whether it works for diabetes in people.
Does moringa work for asthma or anemia?
There isn't enough reliable human evidence yet to say whether moringa helps with asthma or iron deficiency anemia. The data we have are insufficient to rate its effectiveness for these uses.
Why do I need to check my medications with moringa?
Moringa leaf may affect how your liver and kidneys process many common drugs—including thyroid medication and HIV drugs—by either raising or lowering their levels. This can change how well they work or increase the risk of side effects, so it's important to run your medications through a checker or ask your pharmacist before you start.

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The 23 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.

Moringa 23 references
  1. Kar A, Choudhary BK, Bandyopadhyay NG. Comparative evaluation of hypoglycaemic activity of some Indian medicinal plants in alloxan diabetic rats. J Ethnopharmacol 2003;84:105-8. PubMed
  2. Tahiliani P, Kar A. Role of Moringa oleifera leaf extract in the regulation of thyroid hormone status in adult male and female rats. Pharmacol Res 2000;41:319-23. PubMed
  3. Jaiswal D, Kumar Rai P, Kumar A, et al. Effect of Moringa oleifera Lam. leaves aqueous extract therapy on hyperglycemic rats. J Ethnopharmcol 2009;123:392-6. PubMed
  4. Bour S, Visentin V, Prevot D, et al. Effects of oral administration of benzylamine on glucose tolerance and lipid metabolism in rats. J Physiol Biochem 2005;61:371-9. PubMed
  5. Iffiu-Soltesz Z, Wanecq E, Lomba A, et al. Chronic benzylamine administration in the drinking water improves glucose tolerance, reduces body weight gain and circulating cholesterol in high-fat diet-fed mice. Pharmacol Res 2010;61:355-63. PubMed
  6. Monera TG, Wolfe AR, Maponga CC, et al. Moringa oleifera leaf extracts inhibit 6beta-hydroxylation of testosterone by CYP3A4. J Infect Dev Ctries 2008;2:379-83.
  7. Estrella M, Mantaring J, David G, Taup M. A double blind, randomised controlled trial on the use of malunggay (Moringa oleifera) for augmentation of the volume of breastmilk among non-nursing mothers of preterm infants. Philipp J Pediatr 2000;49:3-6.
  8. Morton, J. F. The Horseradish Tree, Moringa Pterygosperma (Moringaceae) - a boon to arid lands? Economic Botany 1991;45:318-333. DOI
  9. Espinosa-Kuo CL. A Randomized Controlled Trial on the Use of Malunggay (Moringa oleifera) for Augmentation of the Volume of Breastmilk Among Mothers of Term Infants. Filipino Family Physician. 2005;43(1):26-33.
  10. King JS, Raguindin PFN, Dans LF. Moringa oleifera (Malunggay) as a Galactagogue for Breastfeeding Mothers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. Philipp J Pediatr 2013;61(2):34-42.
  11. Singh D, Choudhury S, Singh TU, Garg SK. Pharmacodynamics of uterotonic effect of Moringa oleifera flowers extract. J Vet Pharmcol Toxicol 2008;7(1-2):12-15.
  12. William F, Lakshminarayanan S, Chegu H. Effect of some Indian vegetables on the glucose and insulin response in diabetic subjects. International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition 1993;44(3): 191-195. DOI: 10.3109/09637489309017439 DOI
  13. Monera-Penduka TG, Maponga CC, Wolfe AR, Wiesner L, Morse GD, Nhachi CF. Effect of Moringa oleifera Lam. leaf powder on the pharmacokinetics of nevirapine in HIV-infected adults: a one sequence cross-over study. AIDS Res Ther. 2017;14:12. doi: 10.1186/s1 PubMed
  14. Witharana EWRA, Wijetunga WMGASTB, Wijesinghe SKJ. Stevens - Johnson syndrome (SJS) following murunga leaf (Moringa oleifera) consumption. Ceylon Med J 2018;63(4):188-9.
  15. Nur R, Demak IPK, Radhiah S, Rusydi M, Mantao E, Larasati RD. The effect of moringa leaf extracton increasing hemoglobin and bodyweight in post-disaster pregnant women. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:79-82. DOI
  16. Taweerutchana R, Lumlerdkij N, Vannasaeng S, Akarasereenont P, Sriwijitkamol A. Effect of Moringa oleifera Leaf Capsules on Glycemic Control in Therapy-Naïve Type 2 Diabetes Patients: A Randomized Placebo Controlled Study. Evid Based Complement Alternat M
  17. Sumiaty, Tahir A, Burhanuddin B, Nurhaedar J, Veni H. The effect of moringa leaves on pregnancy on growth and morbidity of 6-11 month. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:104-108. DOI
  18. Ulmy MN, Tahir A, Arsunan AA, Burhanuddin B, Veni H. Effect of moringa leaves during pregnancy on growth and morbidity in 0-5 months. Enferm Clin. 2020;30 Suppl 4:61-65. DOI
  19. Amaeze O, Marques ES, Wei W, et al. Evaluation of Nigerian Medicinal Plants Extract on Human P-glycoprotein and Cytochrome P450 Enzyme Induction: Implications for Herb-drug Interaction. Curr Drug Metab. 2021;22(14):1103-1113. PubMed
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  21. Basri H, Hadju V, Zulkifli A, Syam A, Indriasari R. Effect of Moringa oleifera supplementation during pregnancy on the prevention of stunted growth in children between the ages of 36 to 42 months. J Public Health Res 2021;10(2):2207.
  22. Haron MH, Dale O, Martin K, et al. Evaluation of the Herb-Drug Interaction Potential of Commonly Used Botanicals on the US Market with Regard to PXR- and AhR-Mediated Influences on CYP3A4 and CYP1A2. J Diet Suppl 2022. PubMed
  23. Amsler E, Mahevas T, Soria A, Barbaud A. Fixed food eruption to Moringa oleifera. Contact Dermatitis 2023;89(4):301-302.

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