Oregano Complete Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Solaray
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Oregano Complete 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
Oregano Complete is a dietary supplement by Solaray 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 Complete Blend. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Oregano Complete by Solaray
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.
What’s inside
Low disclosure
Oregano Complete is a liquid supplement with 2 active ingredients: a Mediterranean wild oregano oil and extra virgin olive oil. The oregano oil is the active component; the olive oil serves as the carrier and base.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for oregano oil's effectiveness in this product hasn't been established in our data. Oregano is listed for conditions including acne, bronchitis, asthma, headache, and upper respiratory infections, but all carry a rating of insufficient reliable evidence to rate.
The same applies to the olive oil — we hold insufficient evidence for osteoporosis, heartburn (dyspepsia), exercise-related respiratory infections, shingles, flu, and arthritis.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Oregano oil is well tolerated in typical food amounts, but concentrated supplements like this one are much stronger and less studied. The most common side effect from oregano is stomach upset.
Rarely, systemic allergic reactions including anaphylaxis have been reported in sensitive people — one case involved a man who had respiratory trouble, swelling of the lips and tongue, and a dangerous drop in blood pressure after eating oregano-seasoned pizza. Olive oil in food is very safe; concentrated olive oil supplements are less studied but generally well tolerated, with headache and stomach discomfort reported occasionally.
Oregano supplements are possibly unsafe during pregnancy — stick to normal food amounts. Safety while breastfeeding isn't established, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking Oregano Complete, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on blood thinners (anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs like warfarin or aspirin) — oregano oil may increase bleeding risk. Also confirm if you take diabetes medications, because oregano might lower blood sugar and raise hypoglycemia risk.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product is an oregano oil supplement for people interested in natural respiratory or digestive support, but evidence for its effectiveness isn't established in our data. If you take blood thinners or diabetes medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Pregnant or breastfeeding — talk it over first. Concentrated oregano oil is stronger than the herb in food, so allergic reactions are possible even if you've eaten oregano without issue.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 24, 2021.
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
General information
Key facts about Oregano Complete, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Solaray |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 076280106725 |
| Net contents | 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 24, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 255322 |
| Product type | Botanical With Nutrients |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Oregano Complete by Solaray, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Oregano Complete Blend | 68 mg | -- |
| extra virgin Olive Oil | 0 NP | -- |
| Mediterranean wild Oregano Oil | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: None
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FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Formulation
Guaranteed potency
Alcohol free
Discussion: 100% vegetarian.
Wild harvested, As a natural product, aroma and taste may vary.
Formula
70% Carvacrol
Precautions
Warning: Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.
Keep your licensed health care practitioner informed when using this product.
Do not use if you are pregnant.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Use only as directed. Shake well before using. Mix 3 drops of oil in 1-4 oz of water or juice or apply topically as needed. Due to strength of product, heat sensation may occur.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Copyright 2013 Solaray.
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Oregano Complete by Solaray label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Oregano Complete by Solaray
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size3 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container430 Amounts shown are per serving.
Oregano Complete Blend
Interacts with208 drugs
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 Complete Blend monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Oregano Complete by Solaray Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Oregano Complete by Solaray contains Mediterranean wild oregano oil, which interacts with blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs) and diabetes medications — the most serious being a Moderate risk of increased bleeding with anticoagulants.
Through its oregano oil content, this product may slow blood clotting based on lab studies showing the oil inhibits platelet clumping. It could also theoretically lower blood sugar when combined with diabetes drugs.
Altogether, these interactions span 208 individual medications.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
The oregano oil may increase bleeding risk if you take anticoagulants like warfarin or aspirin-type drugs. It may also raise the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) if you're on insulin or other diabetes medications.
Extra virgin olive oil in this product has no known interactions documented in our data.
Before starting this product, check your exact medications with your doctor or pharmacist — especially if you take any blood thinners or diabetes drugs.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Oregano Complete interact with 208 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Oregano Complete interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Oregano Complete Blend
Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine PhosphateAnacin w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine BitartrateSynalgos DC
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Dover's PwdAcedoval, Dovacet
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Dover's Pwd interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Caffeine, Dover's Pwd interactionAspirin, Caffeine, HydrocodoneDamason-P
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Hydrocodone interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Caffeine, Hydrocodone interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, PhenacetinLanorinal
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, Phenacetin interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, Phenacetin interactionAspirin, Caffeine, OrphenadrineInvagesic, Invagesic Forte, Norgesic, Norgesic Forte, Orphengesic, Orphengesic Forte
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Orphenadrine interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Caffeine, Orphenadrine interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, PropoxypheneMargesic Comp. 65
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, Propoxyphene interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, Propoxyphene interactionAspirin, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium OxideBufferin
How Aspirin, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide interactionAspirin, CarisoprodolSoma Compound
How Aspirin, Carisoprodol interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Carisoprodol interactionAspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine PhosphateSoma Compound w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlka-Seltzer Plus Cold
How Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium BicarbonateAlka-Seltzer Pain Reliever and Antacid
How Aspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate interactionAspirin, Codeine PhosphateAspirin w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Codeine Phosphate, MethocarbamolRobaxisal C
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Methocarbamol interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Methocarbamol interactionAspirin, Codeine Phosphate, PhenobarbitalPhenaphen
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Phenobarbital interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Phenobarbital interactionAspirin, Diphenhydramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlka Seltzer Plus Night Time Effervescent
How Aspirin, Diphenhydramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Diphenhydramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAspirin, DipyridamoleAggrenox, Asasantin Retard
How Aspirin, Dipyridamole interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Dipyridamole interactionAspirin, Ethoheptazine, MeprobamateEquagesic
How Aspirin, Ethoheptazine, Meprobamate interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Ethoheptazine, Meprobamate interactionAspirin, HydrocodoneAlor 5 500, Lortab ASA
How Aspirin, Hydrocodone interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Hydrocodone interactionAspirin, MeprobamateMicrainin
How Aspirin, Meprobamate interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Meprobamate interactionAspirin, MethocarbamolRobaxisal
How Aspirin, Methocarbamol interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Methocarbamol interactionAspirin, OmeprazoleYosprala
How Aspirin, Omeprazole interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Omeprazole interactionAspirin, OxycodonePercodan
How Aspirin, Oxycodone interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Oxycodone interactionAspirin, PentazocineTalwin Compound
How Aspirin, Pentazocine interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Aspirin, Pentazocine interactionBetrixabanBevyxxa
How Betrixaban interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Betrixaban interactionBivalirudinAngiomax, Angiomax Rtu, Angiox
How Bivalirudin interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Bivalirudin interactionBromfenac SodiumBromsite, Prolensa
How Bromfenac Sodium interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Bromfenac Sodium interactionCabliviCablivi
How Cablivi interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Cablivi interactionCanagliflozinInvokana
How Canagliflozin interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk for hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Canagliflozin interactionCanagliflozin, MetforminInvokamet
How Canagliflozin, Metformin interacts with Oregano Complete — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Mediterranean Wild Oregano OilAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oregano might increase the risk for hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Mediterranean Wild Oregano Oil + Canagliflozin, Metformin interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Oregano Complete 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.
Oregano Complete Blend
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.
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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Oregano Complete, from the product label.
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The Full Monographs Behind Oregano Complete’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Oregano
Interacts with 208 drugsOregano 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 → Herb & supplement monographOlive
Olive comes from the same tree that gives us olives and olive oil, and its leaf and fruit contain antioxidant compounds like oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol. Olive oil as part of a Mediterrane...
Read the full Olive monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Oregano Complete'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 14 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
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
- 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
- Chevallier A. Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine. 2nd ed. New York, NY: DK Publ, Inc., 2000.
- Ciganda C, and Laborde A. Herbal infusions used for induced abortion. J Toxicol.Clin Toxicol. 2003;41:235-239. PubMed
- Futrell, J. M. and Rietschel, R. L. Spice allergy evaluated by results of patch tests. Cutis 1993;52(5):288-290.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- Singletary K. Oregano: overview of the literature on health benefits. Nutrition Today 2010;45(3):129-38.
- 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.
Olive 2 references
- Liccardi G, D'Amato M, D'Amato G. Oleaceae pollinosis: a review. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 1996;111:210-7. PubMed
- 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
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