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Moringa Zinga Oleifera Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pros

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Moringa Zinga Oleifera is a dietary supplement by Pros 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 Moringa Oleifera. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Moringa Zinga Oleifera by Pros

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.

Moringa Zinga Oleifera contains one active ingredient: moringa oleifera leaf. It's a nutrient-dense plant traditionally used in herbal medicine.

The capsule itself is made with hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, an inert filler.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: perform your best.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Endurance, Strength, Energy.
  • The closest evidence on file: Moringa is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).

The evidence we hold rates moringa's effectiveness as insufficient for iron deficiency anemia, asthma, athletic performance, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and high cholesterol. That means the research so far doesn't clearly show whether it works for these uses — not that it definitely doesn't work, but that solid clinical evidence is limited or mixed.

If you're considering moringa for a specific health goal, your doctor or pharmacist can help you weigh what's known.

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 appears generally well tolerated as a food, though high-quality long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effect is transient diarrhea — in one trial, about a quarter of people taking 8 grams daily experienced it.

Rare allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, have been reported. There's also a rare case report linking moringa leaf consumption to Stevens-Johnson syndrome, a serious skin and mucous membrane reaction.

Avoid medicinal amounts of moringa root and bark — they may stimulate the uterus and lack solid safety data. Moringa has been traditionally used to boost milk supply, but safety during breastfeeding hasn't been well studied, so talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist if you're nursing.

Pregnancy safety is mixed in the data we hold — some evidence suggests it's possibly safe, and some suggests possibly unsafe — so personalized guidance from your own healthcare provider is important.

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 this product, double-check with your own doctor or pharmacist if you take CYP3A4-metabolized drugs (a large group including certain statins, blood pressure medications, and immune suppressants), levothyroxine for thyroid function, P-glycoprotein substrate drugs, diabetes medications, or CYP1A2-metabolized drugs like some antidepressants or theophylline.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Moringa oleifera leaf is generally well tolerated in food amounts, but if you take any medications — especially ones your liver metabolizes, thyroid hormone, diabetes drugs, or HIV medications — you should check with your own doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement. The evidence for its effectiveness for common health claims is still limited.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Talk it over first.

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 Mar 25, 2013.

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 Zinga Oleifera, straight from the product label.

Brand Pros
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2013
DSLD ID 19808
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Moringa Zinga Oleifera by Pros, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
4 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
IngredientAmount% DV
Moringa Oleifera1 g--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose

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Label statements
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General Statements

Moringa Oleigera "When you need To perform your best, take Moringa Zinga."

This product is manufactured in a NSF GMP Certified Facility.

"The Original American Moringa Leaf Capsule Company"

100% NATURAL

Gram for gram, moringa leaves contain: - 7 TIMES THE VITAMIN C in oranges - 4 TIMES THE CALCIUM in milk - 4 TIMES THE VITAMIN A in carrots - 2 TIMES THE PROTEIN in milk - 3 TIMES THE POTASSIUM in bananas

For Energy and Endurance. Pure, powdered, moringa oleifera leaf, all vegetarian capsule.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: Take 2-4 capsules daily on an empty stomach, before breakfast and/or lunch, or as directed by your physician.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

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Moringa Zinga Oleifera by Pros label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Moringa Zinga Oleifera by Pros

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Moringa Oleifera

Interacts with
869 drugs
1 g 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....

Moringa Oleifera monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Moringa Zinga Oleifera by Pros 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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Moringa Oleifera6 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 Zinga Oleifera, from the product label.

Pros

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Name
Pros, Inc.
Street Address
22724 Meridiana Dr.
City
Boca Raton
State
FL
ZipCode
33433
Phone Number
(925)352-9393
Web Address
www.MoringaUSA.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Moringa Zinga Oleifera by Pros: Common Questions

Does Moringa Zinga Oleifera by Pros interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Moringa Zinga Oleifera 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 Zinga Oleifera 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.
Will moringa help my anemia or high cholesterol?
The evidence we hold rates moringa as insufficient for both iron deficiency anemia and high cholesterol — meaning research hasn't yet clearly shown whether it works for these. Talk to your doctor about whether it's worth trying alongside proven treatments.
What side effects might I experience?
Most commonly, transient diarrhea — in a trial, about 25% of people taking 8 grams daily had it. Rare allergic reactions, including serious ones, and a rare case of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a serious rash and ulcer condition) have been reported. Stop and seek medical attention if you develop a rash, fever, or mouth sores.
Is moringa safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
The data we hold show mixed safety ratings — some suggest possibly safe, others possibly unsafe — so there isn't enough certainty to advise either way. Talk with your own doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance. For breastfeeding, safety hasn't been well studied despite traditional use, so again, check with them first.
Why does moringa interact with so many medications?
Moringa can affect the liver enzymes (CYP3A4 and CYP1A2) that break down many drugs, and it may also affect a cellular transporter (P-glycoprotein) that pumps medications in and out of cells. These pathways handle hundreds of medications, which is why the interaction list is large.
I take levothyroxine. Can I still use moringa?
Animal research suggests moringa might interfere with how your body converts levothyroxine to its active form, which could weaken your thyroid treatment. Talk to your own doctor or pharmacist before adding this product to see if it's safe for you.

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Moringa Zinga Oleifera'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.

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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
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  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
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  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
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