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Dietary supplement

Olive Leaf Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Douglas Laboratories

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

Olive Leaf Extract is a dietary supplement by Douglas Laboratories with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart health, high blood pressure, high cholesterol.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 Olive Leaf Extract by Douglas Laboratories

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: olive leaf extract. The capsule also holds inactive ingredients (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, and vegetable stearate) — these are fillers and binders that have no medicinal role.

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 Olive product and its label doesn't state a use — see Olive'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 olive leaf extract is not established in the data we hold. Manufacturers claim it may help with osteoporosis, dyspepsia (indigestion), exercise-induced respiratory infections, shingles, flu, and osteoarthritis — but the research behind those claims is currently insufficient to rate any of them.

If you're thinking about using it for one of these purposes, talk with your doctor first about whether there's better evidence for other options.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Olive

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.

Olive oil and olives as everyday foods are very safe. The concentrated supplement form, though, is less studied, and the safety data we hold advises caution — talk with your doctor before starting unless they've approved it.

Most people who take olive leaf extract tolerate it well. The most commonly reported side effects in trials were headache and stomach discomfort.

One patient reported skin and acne. Because olive tree pollen can trigger seasonal respiratory allergies in some people, those with pollen sensitivities should be aware of that risk.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Olive

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 ingredient we checked. Run your medications through the search tool on this page, or confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you take anything for blood pressure, blood sugar, or blood clotting — these are areas where herbal extracts sometimes have effects.

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.

If you're interested in olive leaf extract for a specific health goal, start by talking with your doctor — the evidence for most uses isn't solid yet. The supplement itself appears generally well tolerated, but it's less studied than the whole-food versions (olive oil, olives).

Check your exact medications with the tool on this page or with your pharmacist before you start, and let them know if you have pollen allergies.

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 23, 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 Olive Leaf Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand Douglas Laboratories
Barcode (UPC) 310539016947
Net contents 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2020
DSLD ID 232031
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Olive Leaf Extract by Douglas Laboratories, 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 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
310539016947
IngredientAmount% DV
Olive leaf extract500 mg--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Stearate

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Usage:As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 capsule daily or as directed by your health professional.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, have any health condition or taking any medication, consult your health care practitioner before using this product.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Use only if safety seal is intact.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Formulation

Gluten-free, Non-GMO

Traditional support for microbial balance

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

General Statements

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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Olive Leaf Extract by Douglas Laboratories label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Olive Leaf Extract by Douglas Laboratories

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

Serving size1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Olive leaf extract

No known
interactions
500 mg per serving Form: Oleuropein

Olive comes from the same tree that gives us olives and olive oil, and its leaf and fruit contain antioxidant compounds like oleuropein and hydroxytyr...

Olive leaf extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Olive Leaf Extract by Douglas Laboratories Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Olive Leaf Extract. 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 Olive Leaf Extract, from the product label.

Douglas Laboratories

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Name
Douglas Laboratories
Street Address
600 Boyce Road
City
Pittsburgh
State
PA
ZipCode
15205
Phone Number
1.800.245.4440
Web Address
www.douglaslabs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Olive Leaf Extract by Douglas Laboratories: Common Questions

Does Olive Leaf Extract by Douglas Laboratories interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Olive Leaf Extract. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Olive Leaf Extract 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.
Is olive leaf extract the same thing as olive oil?
No — olive oil comes from the fruit, while this supplement is made from the leaf. Olive oil and whole olives as foods are very safe, but concentrated leaf extract is less studied. The safety data we hold advises caution with the supplement unless your doctor approves it.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people tolerate it well. The most common ones reported in trials were headache and stomach discomfort. One person reported skin and acne. If you have pollen allergies, be aware that olive tree pollen can trigger respiratory symptoms in sensitive people.
Does it really help with the flu or shingles?
The evidence isn't established yet — we rate it as insufficient to know either way. Manufacturers claim it may help, but the research behind those claims isn't solid enough to say it works. Talk with your doctor about what the real evidence supports for your situation.
Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on file for pregnancy or lactation. Because the concentrated supplement is less studied overall, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it while pregnant or nursing — they can help you decide based on your personal situation.
Does this product have fillers?
Yes — like most capsules, it contains inactive ingredients: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, and vegetable stearate. These are binders and fillers with no medicinal effect. The only active ingredient is the olive leaf extract itself.

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The Full Monographs Behind Olive Leaf Extract’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Olive Leaf Extract'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 2 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.

Olive 2 references
  1. Liccardi G, D'Amato M, D'Amato G. Oleaceae pollinosis: a review. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 1996;111:210-7. PubMed
  2. Somerville V, Moore R, Braakhuis A. The effect of olive leaf extract on upper respiratory illness in high school athletes: A randomised control trial. Nutrients. 2019;11(2). pii: E358. PubMed

See these in context on the Olive 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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