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Oregano Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by New Sun

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Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Oregano 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

Oregano is a dietary supplement by New Sun with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset, respiratory and cold symptoms, antimicrobial support.Based on those ingredients, 208 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Oregano. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Oregano by New Sun

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.

New Sun Oregano is a single-ingredient supplement: oregano leaf in capsule form. The inactive ingredients are cellulose, silica, and stearic acid (common 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 Oregano product and its label doesn't state a use — see Oregano'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 oregano's effectiveness isn't established in our data. It's been studied for acne, bronchitis, asthma, headache, and upper respiratory tract infection, but we don't hold reliable evidence to rate how well it works for any of these.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Oregano

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.

Oregano from food is generally well tolerated. Concentrated oregano oil supplements are much stronger and haven't been studied as thoroughly, so you're working with less safety data there.

The most common side effect is gastrointestinal upset. Rarely, some people have had allergic reactions ranging from skin irritation to serious systemic reactions like swelling of the throat and difficulty breathing—especially if they're sensitive to plants in the mint family (Lamiaceae).

During pregnancy, the safety data advises against medicinal or supplement amounts; food amounts are likely fine. For breastfeeding, there isn't enough data to know whether supplement amounts are safe—talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Oregano

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 — Oregano.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 208 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 with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this if you're on blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin or aspirin)—oregano may increase bleeding risk. Also flag it if you take diabetes medications, since oregano might lower blood sugar further.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you take blood thinners, diabetes medications, or have a known sensitivity to oregano or mint-family plants, run this by your doctor or pharmacist first. Otherwise, oregano is generally well tolerated in supplement form, though the long-term safety of concentrated doses isn't fully established.

Check your medications with the tool on this page 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 Apr 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 Oregano, straight from the product label.

Brand New Sun
Barcode (UPC) 49-3
Net contents 100 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 23, 2020
DSLD ID 217897
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Oregano by New Sun, 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:
2 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Servings per container
50
UPC/BARCODE
49-3
IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates1 Gram(s)1%
Oregano900 mg--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Silica, Stearic Acid

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendation: Take 2 capsules daily as needed, preferably with food.

Formula

Oregano Capsules are of the Organum vulgare species, commonly known as wild Oregano. Oregano is an ancient culinary herb whose name means "joy-of-the-mountain." This fragrant herb has been known and widely used by herbalists in the Mediterranean region for centuries.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Precautions

Warning: For adults only.

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not eat freshness packet. Keep in bottle.

Formulation

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Free radical scavenger

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

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Oregano by New Sun label

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Oregano label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Oregano by New Sun

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

Serving size2 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container50 Amounts shown are per serving.

Oregano

Interacts with
208 drugs
900 mg per serving

Oregano is a common Mediterranean cooking herb that is also sold as a concentrated oil or supplement, often standardized for a compound called carvacr...

Oregano monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Silica, Stearic Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Oregano by New Sun Drug Interactions

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208 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Oregano interact with 208 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Oregano interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Oregano

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Oregano 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.

Oregano2 drug types · 208 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research shows that aristolochic acid isolated from oregano leaves has antithrombin activity. It has also been reported that oregano oil inhibits arachidonic acid-induced, and ADP-induced, platelet aggregation.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk for hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
In vitro and animal research shows that oregano extracts might lower blood glucose levels.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Oregano full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Oregano, from the product label.

New Sun

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Name
New Sun, Inc.
City
Hendersonville
State
NC
ZipCode
28792
Phone Number
(800) 544-0777
Web Address
mynewsun.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Oregano by New Sun: Common Questions

Does Oregano by New Sun interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Oregano has a known interaction with 208 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Oregano 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 oregano help with my cold or respiratory infection?
Oregano has been studied for upper respiratory tract infection and bronchitis, but we don't have reliable evidence yet to say whether it actually works. Talk with your doctor if you're thinking of using it as part of your treatment plan.
Is oregano safe if I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against medicinal or supplement amounts during pregnancy. Food amounts are likely fine, but if you're pregnant and considering this as a supplement, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
What's the difference between oregano food seasoning and this supplement?
Food amounts of oregano are well tolerated. This supplement is a concentrated form—stronger and less studied—so you're getting much more than you'd sprinkle on your pizza. That's why the safety profile is less certain.
Can I take this if I'm allergic to herbs or spices?
If you've had reactions to oregano, thyme, or other mint-family plants, oregano supplement carries a real risk—even serious allergic reactions have been reported. Avoid it and talk with your pharmacist about alternatives.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people don't have problems, but stomach upset is the most common. Rarely, allergic reactions occur—skin irritation, itching, or in severe cases, trouble breathing or throat swelling. Stop and seek help right away if any of those happen.
Is there anything inactive in the capsule I should know about?
The inactive ingredients are cellulose, silica, and stearic acid—standard capsule binders and fillers with no known interactions or major concerns for most people.

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The Full Monographs Behind Oregano’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Oregano

Interacts with 208 drugs

Oregano is a common Mediterranean cooking herb that is also sold as a concentrated oil or supplement, often standardized for a compound called carvacrol. While lab studies suggest it may hav...

Read the full Oregano monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Oregano'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 12 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.

Oregano 12 references
  1. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
  2. Benito M, Jorro G, Morales C, et al. Labiatae allergy: systemic reactions due to ingestion of oregano and thyme. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 1996;76:416-8. PubMed
  3. Chevallier A. Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine. 2nd ed. New York, NY: DK Publ, Inc., 2000.
  4. Ciganda C, and Laborde A. Herbal infusions used for induced abortion. J Toxicol.Clin Toxicol. 2003;41:235-239. PubMed
  5. Futrell, J. M. and Rietschel, R. L. Spice allergy evaluated by results of patch tests. Cutis 1993;52(5):288-290.
  6. Tognolini, M., Barocelli, E., Ballabeni, V., Bruni, R., Bianchi, A., Chiavarini, M., and Impicciatore, M. Comparative screening of plant essential oils: phenylpropanoid moiety as basic core for antiplatelet activity. Life Sci. 2-23-2006;78(13):1419-1432. PubMed
  7. Goun, E., Cunningham, G., Solodnikov, S., Krasnykch, O., and Miles, H. Antithrombin activity of some constituents from Origanum vulgare. Fitoterapia 2002;73(7-8):692-694. PubMed
  8. Lemhadri, A., Zeggwagh, N. A., Maghrani, M., Jouad, H., and Eddouks, M. Anti-hyperglycaemic activity of the aqueous extract of Origanum vulgare growing wild in Tafilalet region. J Ethnopharmacol. 2004;92(2-3):251-256. PubMed
  9. McCue, P., Vattem, D., and Shetty, K. Inhibitory effect of clonal oregano extracts against porcine pancreatic amylase in vitro. Asia Pac.J Clin.Nutr. 2004;13(4):401-408.
  10. Ragi, J., Pappert, A., Rao, B., Havkin-Frenkel, D., and Milgraum, S. Oregano extract ointment for wound healing: a randomized, double-blind, petrolatum-controlled study evaluating efficacy. J.Drugs Dermatol. 2011;10(10):1168-1172.
  11. Singletary K. Oregano: overview of the literature on health benefits. Nutrition Today 2010;45(3):129-38.
  12. Silva MLAE, Lucarini R, Dos Santos FF, et al. Hypoglycemic effect of rosmarinic acid-rich infusion (RosCE) from Origanum vulgare in alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Nat Prod Res 2022;36(17):4525-4531.

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