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Oat Seed Alcohol-Free Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herb Pharm

Oat Seed Alcohol-Free label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Oat Seed Alcohol-Free against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Oat Seed Alcohol-Free is a dietary supplement by Herb Pharm 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 Oat "milky" seed (Avena sativa) extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Oat Seed Alcohol-Free by Herb Pharm

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: oat "milky" seed extract from Avena sativa. The inactive ingredients are certified organic vegetable glycerin and distilled water.

Oats are a grain used both as food and in concentrated supplement form. This extract captures the active components of the oat seed in a liquid base.

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: nervous system restore and tone.
  • We looked for evidence on: Anxiety, Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), stress, nervous tension, sleep support.
  • The closest evidence on file: Oats is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Anxiety (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Oats is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).

Oat seed extract is likely effective for dyslipidemia (elevated blood lipids) and coronary heart disease. The evidence supports its use for these cardiovascular concerns, though remember that supplements work best alongside diet, exercise, and any medications your doctor prescribes.

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 generally considered safe in pregnancy and while breastfeeding; concentrated supplement forms are less well studied in these settings, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant or nursing. The most common side effects are digestive: bloating, gas, abdominal distension, and an unpleasant taste — all related to the fiber content.

These usually fade as your body adjusts. If you have difficulty swallowing or a condition that slows your small bowel, oat products can rarely cause bowel obstruction, so mention that to your healthcare provider if it applies to you.

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.

Check your exact diabetes medications and insulin doses with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product — oats can lower blood sugar, and combining them with your existing drugs raises the risk of low blood sugar. Use the medication search tool on this page to see if your prescriptions are listed.

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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.

Oat seed extract is a solid choice if you're looking to support cholesterol and heart health — and it's generally well tolerated. But if you take insulin or any diabetes medication, this product isn't off-limits; it just needs coordination with your doctor so your blood sugar stays in range and your medication doses stay right.

Check with your own pharmacist or doctor before you start.

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 Nov 21, 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 Seed Alcohol-Free, straight from the product label.

Brand Herb Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 090700002893
Net contents 4 fl. Oz.; 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2019
DSLD ID 210128
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 Oat Seed Alcohol-Free by Herb Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.7 mL
Servings per container
168
UPC/BARCODE
090700002893
IngredientAmount% DV
Oat "milky" seed (Avena sativa) extract801 mg--

Other ingredients: certified organic Vegetable Glycerin, distilled Water

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use Shake well before using Add 1 full squeeze of the dropper bulb to 2 oz. of water or juice, 2 to 5 times per day. Best taken between meals.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children

Storage

Store away from heat & light

Formula

Avena sativa

Oat Seed Glycerite

Formulation

Nervous system Restore & tone

Gluten-free

Contains no alcohol

Fresh herb/menstruum ratio: 1:2

We prepare our Oat Seed Glycerite from the fresh (undried) seed of Avena sativa which is certified organically grown on our own farm.

Certified organic by Organic Certifiers

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

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.

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Oat Seed Alcohol-Free by Herb Pharm label

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Oat Seed Alcohol-Free label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Oat Seed Alcohol-Free by Herb Pharm

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

Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container168 Amounts shown are per serving.

Oat "milky" seed (Avena sativa) extract

Interacts with
86 drugs
801 mg 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...

Oat "milky" seed (Avena sativa) extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Oat Seed Alcohol-Free by Herb Pharm Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Oat "milky" seed (Avena sativa) extract 86

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Oat Seed Alcohol-Free interact with 86 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Oat Seed Alcohol-Free interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Oat "milky" seed (Avena sativa) extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Oat Seed Alcohol-Free 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.

Oat "milky" seed (Avena sativa) 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
Oat "milky" seed (Avena sativa) extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Oat Seed Alcohol-Free, from the product label.

Herb Pharm

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Name
Herb Pharm
City
Williams
State
OR
ZipCode
97544
Phone Number
800-348-4372
Web Address
www.herb-pharm.com
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Oat Seed Alcohol-Free by Herb Pharm: Common Questions

Does Oat Seed Alcohol-Free by Herb Pharm interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Oat Seed Alcohol-Free 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 Seed Alcohol-Free 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 actually lower my cholesterol?
Yes — oat seed extract is likely effective for dyslipidemia and coronary heart disease. That said, it works best as part of the whole picture: diet, exercise, and any medications your doctor prescribes all matter too.
What's the main side effect I should expect?
Digestive ones, mostly from the fiber: bloating, gas, and abdominal distension. These usually calm down as you keep taking it. Start with a smaller dose and work up to minimize stomach upset.
Is it safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Oats as food are considered safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but this is a concentrated extract and there's less data on supplement forms in those settings. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Can I take this with my blood sugar medication?
Not without checking first — oats lower blood sugar on their own, so combining them with insulin or diabetes drugs can stack that effect and raise your risk of low blood sugar. Your doctor or pharmacist needs to review your dose and monitor you.
What's in the bottle besides the oat extract?
Certified organic vegetable glycerin and distilled water — no alcohol, despite the liquid form.

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The Full Monographs Behind Oat Seed Alcohol-Free’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Oats

Interacts with 86 drugs

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 food, oats are safe for most people, and...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Oat Seed Alcohol-Free'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

See these in context on the Oats monograph →

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