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Dietary supplement

Myrtle Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Myrtle is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for coughs and respiratory congestion, digestive upset, antimicrobial and wound care.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Myrtle by Herbal Terra

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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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.

Herbal Terra's Myrtle is a liquid extract made from the dried leaf of myrtle (Myrtus communis), a plant used in traditional herbal medicine. It contains one active ingredient — the concentrated plant extract itself — suspended in a menstruum (the liquid used to prepare the extract).

The product comes as a liquid rather than a tablet or capsule.

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 Myrtle product and its label doesn't state a use — see Myrtle'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 myrtle isn't established in the data we hold. It's been studied or used traditionally for acne, bacterial vaginosis, respiratory tract infections, diarrhea, GERD, and gingivitis, but the research on it is insufficient to say whether it actually works for any of these.

If you're considering it for a specific health concern, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what the evidence really shows and whether it's a reasonable choice for you.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Myrtle

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.

Myrtle leaf is thought to be likely safe in small amounts as food or tea, but concentrated extracts like this one need caution because safety data is limited. The safety notes advise against it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough data to know it's safe in either situation.

When applied to skin, myrtle seems generally well tolerated in adults, though dry skin can happen. Orally, very large amounts of undiluted myrtle oil might cause serious breathing problems; topically, facial contact with myrtle oil preparations may trigger bronchial spasm or asthma-like attacks, especially in infants and children.

In infants and young children, myrtle berry extract has been reported to cause constipation.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Myrtle

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the myrtle in this product. That said, check your exact medications with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you take anything for blood pressure or breathing — myrtle has been reported to cause rare serious effects in those areas at very high doses.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Myrtle by Herbal Terra is a traditional plant extract with several proposed uses, but solid evidence that it works for any of them isn't established. It's considered likely safe in small amounts as food or tea, but concentrated extracts warrant caution and are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

If you're pregnant, nursing, or thinking about using this for a health condition, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist 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 Sep 25, 2020.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Myrtle, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 617503346407
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2020
DSLD ID 235103
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Myrtle by Herbal Terra, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
617503346407
IngredientAmount% DV
certified organic Myrtle (Myrtus communis) dried leaf liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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Formulation

Origin of plant material: Turkey.

Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility

Alcohol free

Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Alcohol-free liquid herbal extract

Non GMO

No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Direction Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz of juice or water up to 4 times a day. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Notice This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Caution May have contraindications.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

Formula

Myrtus communis

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free

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Myrtle by Herbal Terra label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Myrtle by Herbal Terra

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

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

970 mg per serving

Myrtle (Myrtus communis) is a Mediterranean shrub used traditionally for respiratory, digestive, and skin complaints. Modern research is mostly limite...

Certified organic Myrtle (Myrtus communis) dried leaf liquid extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Myrtle by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Myrtle. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

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

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Myrtle by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Myrtle by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Myrtle. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Myrtle 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 this while I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against it during pregnancy — there isn't enough information to know it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this is right for you.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so the recommendation is to avoid it. If you're nursing and considering myrtle, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
What side effects might I notice?
Safety data on oral myrtle is limited, so we don't have a full picture. On skin, dry skin is the most common effect reported. Very large amounts of undiluted myrtle oil orally might cause serious breathing problems — a rare but serious concern.
Does myrtle actually work for acne, gingivitis, or diarrhea?
The evidence isn't established yet. Myrtle has been studied or used traditionally for those conditions, but we don't have enough reliable research to say it actually works. Talk with your doctor if you're considering it as a treatment.
Why is this a liquid extract instead of a powder or tablet?
Liquid extracts concentrate the plant material using a liquid solvent (called a menstruum), which can make the active compounds more accessible to your body. It's a common form for herbal products.

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The Full Monographs Behind Myrtle’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Myrtle'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 3 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.

Myrtle 3 references
  1. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  2. Salmanian M, Shirbeigi L, Hashem-Dabaghian F, et al. The Effects of Myrtle (Myrtus communis) and Clindamycin Topical Solution in the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Acne Vulgaris: A Comparative Split-Face Study. J Pharmacopuncture 2020;23(4):220-229.
  3. Paknejad MS, Eftekhari K, Rahimi R, Vigeh M, Naghizadeh A, Karimi M. Myrtle (Myrtus communis L.) fruit syrup for gastroesophageal reflux disease in children: A double-blind randomized clinical trial. Phytother Res 2021;35(11):6369-6376.

See these in context on the Myrtle monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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