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Oat Glycerite Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbalist & Alchemist

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

Oat Glycerite is a dietary supplement by Herbalist & Alchemist with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for lowering cholesterol, heart and digestive health, soothing itchy or irritated skin.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are fresh Oat milky seed extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Oat Glycerite by Herbalist & Alchemist

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.

Herbalist & Alchemist's Oat Glycerite contains one active ingredient: fresh oat milky seed extract, which is the nutrient-rich fluid from developing oat seeds. The extract is suspended in vegetable glycerin and distilled water to create a liquid supplement.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Oats's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: support for stress and nervous system.
  • We looked for evidence on: Anxiety, stress, nervousness, emotional balance.
  • The closest evidence on file: Oats is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Anxiety (Natural Medicines).

Oat extract is likely effective for improving cholesterol levels (dyslipidemia) and supporting heart health in coronary heart disease. The data we hold does not establish effectiveness for other uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Oats

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.

Oats eaten as food are well tolerated and are generally safe in pregnancy and while breastfeeding; concentrated oat supplements like this one are less studied in those situations, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant or nursing. When taken by mouth, the most common side effects are abdominal bloating, flatulence, and an unpleasant taste — these are due to the fiber content and usually fade with continued use.

Starting with a lower dose and gradually increasing it can help minimize these effects. People with difficulty swallowing or conditions that slow the movement of food through the small intestine should be cautious, as oat bran in particular may cause blockages.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Oats

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 — Oats.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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.

If you take insulin or any medication for diabetes (like metformin, sulfonylureas, or GLP-1 agonists), double-check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this product — there's a Moderate risk of low blood sugar. No other medication interactions are documented for the oat extract we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product is worth considering if you're looking to support cholesterol and heart health — oat extract has solid evidence for both. If you take insulin or any diabetes medication, you must check with your doctor or pharmacist first, because oats can lower blood sugar and may require a dose change.

Start with a lower dose if you're new to oat supplements, and give your body time to adjust to the fiber.

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 Dec 22, 2019.

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 Oat Glycerite, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbalist & Alchemist
Barcode (UPC) 667056121310
Net contents 2 fl. Oz.; 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 22, 2019
DSLD ID 209312
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Oat Glycerite by Herbalist & Alchemist, 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:
4 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
6 mL
Servings per container
10
UPC/BARCODE
667056121310
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories20 Calories--
Total Carbohydrates4 Gram(s)1%
fresh Oat milky seed extract6 mL--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, distilled Water

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Label statements
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Formula

Avena sativa

OK

General Statements

Support for stress and nervous system

Botanical preparation ratio 1:2.5

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: 80-120 drops (4-6 mL) in juice or water. Take 4 times per day. Shake well before using.

Precautions

Keep out of children's reach

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Seals/Symbols

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Oat Glycerite by Herbalist & Alchemist label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Oat Glycerite by Herbalist & Alchemist

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

Serving size4 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container10 Amounts shown are per serving.

Fresh Oat milky seed extract

Interacts with
86 drugs
6 mL per serving

Oats are a well-studied whole grain whose soluble fiber (beta-glucan) can help lower cholesterol and support heart health when eaten regularly. As a f...

Fresh Oat milky seed extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, Distilled Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Oat Glycerite by Herbalist & Alchemist Drug Interactions

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86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Oat Glycerite 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.

fresh Oat milky seed extract2 drug types · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, oats may have additive effects with antidiabetic agents and might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Consuming oats can decrease blood glucose in patients with diabetes. In those who require insulin, taking oats 100 grams daily for 2 days reduces the insulin dose required to achieve metabolic control.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Insulin

Concomitant use of oats and insulin might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
In patients with insulin-dependent type 2 diabetes, taking oats 100 grams daily for 2 days reduces the insulin dose required to achieve metabolic control.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Oat Glycerite, from the product label.

Herbalist & Alchemist

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Name
Herbalist & Alchemist, Inc.
City
Washington
State
NJ
ZipCode
07882
Phone Number
800-611-8235
Web Address
www.herbalist-alchemist.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Oat Glycerite by Herbalist & Alchemist: Common Questions

Does Oat Glycerite by Herbalist & Alchemist interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Oat Glycerite has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Oat Glycerite 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 this give me the same benefits as eating oatmeal?
Oat extract is concentrated, so it's more potent than regular oatmeal. Both are made from oats, but supplement forms aren't as well studied in pregnancy and while breastfeeding — stick to oatmeal as food in those situations unless your doctor says otherwise.
What's the unpleasant taste I might notice?
That's a common side effect when you take oat extract by mouth. It usually goes away as your body adjusts, especially if you start with a smaller dose and build up slowly.
Can I take this if I have high cholesterol?
Oat extract is likely effective for improving cholesterol levels, so it may be a good fit for you. But if you're also on cholesterol or heart medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure there are no other concerns specific to your situation.
What if I get bloating or gas?
Bloating, gas, and abdominal distention are the most common side effects and come from the fiber in oats. These usually subside with time, and starting with a lower dose helps — just increase it gradually as your body adapts.
Is this safe to take while I'm pregnant?
Oats eaten as food are generally safe in pregnancy, but concentrated oat supplements haven't been as thoroughly studied. There isn't enough data to know either way, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before taking this.

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The Full Monographs Behind Oat Glycerite’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Oat Glycerite'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 13 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.

Oats 13 references
  1. Cooper SG, Tracey EJ. Small-bowel obstruction caused by oat-bran bezoar. N Engl J Med 1989;320:1148-9. DOI
  2. Pick ME, Hawrysh ZJ, Gee MI, et al. Oat bran concentrate bread products improve long-term control of diabetes: a pilot study. J Am Diet Assoc 1996;96:1254-61. PubMed
  3. Braaten JT, Scott FW, Wood PJ, et al. High beta-glucan oat bran and oat gum reduce postprandial blood glucose and insulin in subjects with and without type 2 diabetes. Diabet Med 1994;11:312-8.
  4. Rosario PG, Gerst PH, Prakash K, Albu E. Dentureless distention: oat bran bezoars cause obstruction. J Am Geriatr Soc 1990;38:608. PubMed
  5. Food and Drug Administration. Food labeling: health claims: oats and coronary heart disease. Fed Regist 1996;61:296-313.
  6. Foulke J. FDA Allows Whole Oat Foods To Make Health Claim on Reducing the Risk of Heart Disease. FDA Talk Paper. 1997. Available at: http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/ANSWERS/ANS00782.html.
  7. Chandalia M, Garg A, Lutjohann D, et al. Beneficial effects of high dietary fiber intake in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. N Engl J Med 2000;342:1392-8. PubMed
  8. Lembo A, Camilleri M. Chronic constipation. N Engl J Med 2003;349:1360-8. . PubMed
  9. De Paz Arranz S, Perez Montero A, Remon LZ, Molero MI. Allergic contact urticaria to oatmeal. Allergy 2002;57:1215. . PubMed
  10. Delgado G, Kleber ME, Krämer BK, et al. Dietary intervention with oatmeal in patients with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus - A crossover study. Exp Clin Endocrinol Diabetes. 2019;127(9):623-629. PubMed
  11. Sobhan M, Hojati M, Vafaie SY, Ahmadimoghaddam D, Mohammadi Y, Mehrpooya M. The efficacy of colloidal oatmeal cream 1% as add-on therapy in the management of chronic irritant hand eczema: A double-blind study. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2020;13:241-25
  12. Hou Q, Li Y, Li L, Cheng G, Sun X, Li S, Tian H. The metabolic effects of oats intake in patients with type 2 diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Nutrients. 2015;7(12):10369-87. PubMed
  13. González-Afonso M, Cañas JA, Sastre B, et al. A Case of Anaphylaxis After Ingestion of Oats: Research Into New Allergens. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol 2022;32(6):506-508. PubMed

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