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Nettle Leaf Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Eclectic Herb

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

Nettle Leaf Powder is a dietary supplement by Eclectic Herb with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for enlarged prostate (bph) symptoms, seasonal allergies, joint pain and arthritis.Based on those ingredients, 164 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Nettle, Freeze-Dried. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Nettle Leaf Powder by Eclectic Herb

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: freeze-dried stinging nettle. There are no inactive ingredients listed.

Freeze-drying preserves the plant material in powder form so you can mix it into food or drinks.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Stinging Nettle's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Stinging Nettle for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Diabetes — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Stinging nettle is possibly effective for diabetes based on clinical research suggesting it may lower blood glucose levels. For allergic rhinitis (hay fever), anemia, asthma, benign prostatic hyperplasia (an enlarged prostate), and gingivitis, the evidence we have is too limited to rate whether it works.

If you're considering nettle for any of those uses, talk with us about what the science actually shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Stinging Nettle

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.

Orally, stinging nettle is generally well tolerated when used as directed, though some people report constipation or diarrhea. If you touch the fresh plant, you may get itching, rash, and stinging at the contact site—usually brief, though one case reported severe tongue swelling after someone placed a fresh leaf in their mouth.

Rare cases of liver injury have been reported in people taking herbal products containing nettle along with other ingredients, so if you develop abdominal pain or yellowing of the skin or eyes, stop and contact your doctor. There isn't enough safety data to recommend nettle during pregnancy, and there are traditional concerns about effects on the uterus, so it's best avoided.

Safety while breastfeeding hasn't been established either—talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it during that time.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Stinging Nettle

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 — Stinging Nettle.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 164 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before you take this product, double-check if you use warfarin or other blood thinners, antidiabetes drugs, diuretics (water pills), or lithium. All of these have moderate interactions with stinging nettle that could change how your medication works or how much stays in your body.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Nettle leaf powder may help with blood sugar if you have diabetes, but it can interact meaningfully with blood thinners, diabetes medications, water pills, and lithium. If you take any prescription drugs—especially warfarin or any of those categories—check your exact medications with our tool before starting.

Pregnant or nursing? Skip it for now unless your doctor says otherwise.

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 Aug 22, 2024.

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 Nettle Leaf Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Eclectic Herb
Barcode (UPC) 023363376131
Net contents 60 Gram(s); 2.1 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 22, 2024
DSLD ID 316843
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Nettle Leaf Powder by Eclectic Herb, 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:
1.5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1.5 Gram(s)
Servings per container
40
UPC/BARCODE
023363376131
IngredientAmount% DV
Nettle, Freeze-Dried1.5 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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Formulation

Concentrated 7X through freeze-drying Freeze dried fresh for peak plant power Raw food Grown in the United States Naturally concentrated Freeze-drying is the best method of preservation as it naturally concentrates the nutrients in the plant by removing only the water.

Soy free Non GMO Gluten free

Vegan

Northing artificial - no fillers, sweeteners, additives or preservatives.

Supports sinuses & immune response Small batch freeze dried

Formula

Whole herb

100% Kosher

Fresh nettles are locally harvested and fresh freeze-dried in-house in small batches.

1 tsp of freeze-dried nettle = 7 tsp of fresh nettle

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Add one teaspoon of powder to 8 oz water or juice and shake well. Can also be added to smoothies, dips, yogurt or other foods.

Storage

Best stored tightly capped in the refrigerator after opening.

Precautions

Keep away from children. Consult your doctor about herbs with pregnancy, infants or prescription drugs.

Consult your doctor about herbs with pregnancy, infants or prescription drugs.

General Statements

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Nettle Leaf Powder by Eclectic Herb label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Nettle Leaf Powder by Eclectic Herb

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

Serving size1.5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container40 Amounts shown are per serving.

Nettle, Freeze-Dried

Interacts with
164 drugs
1.5 Gram(s) per serving

Stinging nettle is a common plant used as food and in traditional medicine, most often for prostate symptoms, allergies, and joint pain. The evidence...

Nettle, Freeze-Dried monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Nettle Leaf Powder by Eclectic Herb Drug Interactions

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164 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Nettle Leaf Powder with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Nettle, Freeze-Dried4 drug types · 164 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, stinging nettle might have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Clinical research shows that stinging nettle might decrease blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, combining stinging nettle with diuretic drugs may have additive effects.
Animal research suggests that the above ground parts and roots of stinging nettle may have a diuretic effect.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, stinging nettle might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Animal research suggests that stinging nettle has diuretic and natriuretic properties, which could alter the excretion of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

There is some concern that stinging nettle might decrease the effects of anticoagulant drugs such as warfarin.
Stinging nettle contains a significant amount of vitamin K. When taken in large quantities, this might interfere with the activity of warfarin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Nettle Leaf Powder, from the product label.

Eclectic Herb

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Name
Eclectic Herb
Street Address
755 NE 6th St.
City
Gresham
State
OR
ZipCode
97030
Phone Number
503-668-4120
Web Address
eclecticherb.com
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Nettle Leaf Powder by Eclectic Herb: Common Questions

Does Nettle Leaf Powder by Eclectic Herb interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Nettle Leaf Powder has a known interaction with 164 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Nettle Leaf Powder 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 if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. There isn't enough safety data for pregnancy, and traditional concerns about effects on the uterus mean it's best avoided. Safety while breastfeeding hasn't been established either. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What happens if I touch the raw plant?
The fresh leaves and stalk cause itching, rash, and stinging at the contact site. Exposure usually results in a brief reaction and stinging sensation, though it can last more than 12 hours. Swallowing it is riskier—one person who placed a fresh leaf in their mouth developed severe tongue swelling.
Does nettle work for hay fever, asthma, or anemia?
We don't have reliable evidence to say whether nettle helps with those conditions. The science is too limited to rate it for hay fever, asthma, anemia, an enlarged prostate, or gingivitis. Ask us what the current research shows if you're considering it for any of those uses.
What side effects should I watch for?
The most common are constipation or diarrhea. Rare cases of liver injury have been reported in people taking herbal products containing nettle, so if you develop abdominal pain, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine, stop and contact your doctor right away.
Is this safe to take long-term?
Stinging nettle is generally well tolerated when used as directed, though evidence and quality vary by product. We don't have enough long-term safety data to tell you for certain, so it's worth checking in with us before you use it regularly.

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Sources & How We Checked

Nettle Leaf Powder'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.

Stinging Nettle 23 references
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  2. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  3. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  4. Schulz V, Hansel R, Tyler VE. Rational Phytotherapy: A Physician's Guide to Herbal Medicine. Terry C. Telger, transl. 3rd ed. Berlin, GER: Springer, 1998.
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  8. Vontobel HP, Herzog R, Rutishauser G, Kres H. [Results of a double-blind study on the effectiveness of ERU (extractum radicis Urticae) capsules in conservative treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia]. (Abstract). Urologe A 1985;24:49-51.
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  12. Randall, C., Meethan, K., Randall, H., and Dobbs, F. Nettle sting of Urtica dioica for joint pain--an exploratory study of this complementary therapy. Complement Ther Med 1999;7(3):126-131. PubMed
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