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Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Douglas Laboratories

Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate label
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Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate 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: Minor

Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate is a dietary supplement by Douglas Laboratories with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anemia and low iron, vitamin b12 support, general energy and fatigue.Based on those ingredients, 3 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Raw Liver Concentrate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate 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.

Ora-Liv contains one active ingredient: raw liver concentrate. Liver extract is used in some traditional formulations to support energy and liver health, though modern evidence for these uses is limited.

The product also includes inactive ingredients — cellulose, gelatin, and vegetable stearate — which are standard capsule materials and binders.

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 Liver Extract product and its label doesn't state a use — see Liver Extract'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 raw liver concentrate is weak. For chronic fatigue syndrome, it's rated as possibly ineffective.

For hepatitis C, there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate how well it works. In short, we don't have solid data showing this ingredient delivers meaningful benefits for the conditions it's marketed for.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

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.

No adverse reactions have been formally reported, but a thorough safety study hasn't been done either. The bigger concern is that liver extract naturally delivers high levels of vitamin A and iron — amounts that could add up if you're getting those nutrients from other sources too.

There's also a sourcing worry: raw liver comes from slaughterhouses and may come from sick animals, and liver products from countries where mad cow disease (BSE) has been reported could theoretically carry contamination. No human cases of BSE from liver extract have been reported so far, but it's a concern worth knowing about.

Pregnancy safety hasn't been well studied — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this if you're pregnant, since liver extract can deliver high vitamin A, which may harm a developing baby.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Liver Extract.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 3 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 warfarin (a blood thinner), double-check this product before starting — it may reduce how well the drug works. Also check if you're on iron supplements or iron-containing medications, as combining them could raise iron levels.

These are the medication types we hold interaction data for; if you're on other prescriptions, the search tool on this page can help you verify.

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The bottom line

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

Raw liver concentrate is generally low-risk for healthy adults eating food amounts, but this product delivers concentrated doses. If you take warfarin or iron supplements, or if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have an iron-overload condition, check with your pharmacist first.

The evidence for what it actually does is thin, so be clear on why you're taking it.

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 Jun 1, 2012.

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 Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate, straight from the product label.

Brand Douglas Laboratories
Barcode (UPC) 310539002797
Net contents 100 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 1, 2012
DSLD ID 8535
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
310539002797
IngredientAmount% DV
Raw Liver Concentrate455 mg--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Gelatin, Vegetable Stearate

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Label statements
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General Statements

Glands are processed by low temperature lyophilization by sublimation to preserve natural constituents.

Formula #7245

Formulation

This product contains NO yeast, wheat gluten, soy protein, milk/dairy, corn, sodium, sugar, starch, artificial coloring, preservatives or flavoring.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

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

Precautions

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Tamper resistant package, do not use if outer seal is missing.

Storage

For optimal storage conditions, store in a cool, dry place. (59(0)-77(0)F/15(0)-25(0)C) (35-65% relative humidity)

FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

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Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate by Douglas Laboratories label

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Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate by Douglas Laboratories

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Raw Liver Concentrate

Interacts with
3 drugs
455 mg per serving

Liver extract is a dried or concentrated form of animal liver that is naturally rich in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and other nutrients. It was once...

Raw Liver Concentrate monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate by Douglas Laboratories Drug Interactions

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3Drugs
3 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Raw Liver Concentrate 3

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate interact with 3 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Raw Liver Concentrate

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate 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.

Raw Liver Concentrate2 drug types · 3 drugs

Iron

Liver extract can contain heme iron. Taking liver extract with iron-containing medications or supplements may increase total iron intake and could increase the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects or excessive iron accumulation. The risk is greater with high doses, prolonged use, or in individuals with hemochromatosis or another iron-overload disorder. Review the iron content of the liver extract and the total elemental iron dose. Avoid unnecessary duplicate iron supplementation and consider monitoring ferritin and transferrin saturation when clinically appropriate.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Liver extract products may contain small and variable amounts of vitamin K. Theoretically, starting, stopping, or substantially changing the amount of liver extract used could reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and lower the INR. However, this interaction has not been directly studied or reported in humans, and the vitamin K content of liver extract products is generally not standardized. Consider monitoring the INR after a meaningful change in liver extract use.

Likelihood Possible Evidence C
Raw Liver Concentrate full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate, 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

Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate by Douglas Laboratories: Common Questions

Does Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate by Douglas Laboratories interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate has a known interaction with 3 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate 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 raw liver concentrate safe during pregnancy?
Safety hasn't been well studied in pregnancy. The concern is that liver extract delivers very high vitamin A, which can harm a developing baby. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this if you're pregnant — they can weigh your individual situation.
What is raw liver concentrate supposed to do?
It's traditionally used for energy and liver support, but the modern evidence is weak. For chronic fatigue, it's rated as possibly ineffective. For hepatitis C, we don't have enough reliable evidence to know whether it helps.
I'm concerned about contamination — should I worry?
Liver extract comes from animal livers gathered at slaughterhouses, which raises sourcing concerns. There's also a theoretical risk of mad cow disease (BSE) contamination in products from certain countries where it's been reported. However, no human cases of BSE from liver extract have been documented so far. If this concerns you, ask your pharmacist about the source and country of origin.
Can I take this if I'm on iron supplements?
Not without checking first. Liver extract contains heme iron naturally, so adding iron supplements on top could increase your total iron intake and raise the risk of stomach problems or iron buildup. Your pharmacist can help you sort out your iron sources and whether this product fits your regimen.
Does this product have fillers or other inactive ingredients?
Yes — it includes cellulose, gelatin, and vegetable stearate as inactive ingredients to form and stabilize the capsule. These are standard binders and excipients.

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The Full Monographs Behind Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Liver Extract

Interacts with 3 drugs

Liver extract is a dried or concentrated form of animal liver that is naturally rich in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and other nutrients. It was once used to treat certain anemias before pu...

Read the full Liver Extract monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Ora-Liv Raw Liver Concentrate'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 4 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.

Liver Extract 4 references
  1. Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.
  2. Kaslow JE, Rucker L, Onishi R. Liver extract-folic acid-cyanocobalamin vs placebo for chronic fatigue syndrome. Arch Intern Med 1989;149:2501-3. DOI
  3. Ebinuma, H., Saito, H., Tada, S., Masuda, T., Kamiya, T., Nishida, J., Yoshioka, M., and Ishii, H. Additive therapeutic effects of the liver extract preparation mixture adelavin-9 on interferon-beta treatment for chronic hepatitis C. Hepatogastroenterolog
  4. Saito, H., Ebinuma, H., Tada, S., Tsunematsu, S., Atsukawa, K., Masuda, T., Tsuchiya, M., and Ishii, H. Enhancing effect of the liver extract and flavin adenin dinucleotide mixture on anti-viral efficacy of interferon in patients with chronic hepatitis C. PubMed

See these in context on the Liver Extract 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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