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Oregano Oil Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Dr. Clark Store

Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Oregano Oil is a dietary supplement by Dr. Clark Store 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 Oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Oregano Oil by Dr. Clark Store

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: oregano oil. That's it — no other active herbs or compounds in the formula.

There are no listed inactive ingredients (fillers or binders) either. Oregano oil is a concentrated extract from the oregano plant, much stronger than the dried oregano seasoning you'd use in cooking.

Because it's concentrated, it carries different safety considerations than food amounts of the herb.

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 oil as medicine isn't established in our data. We hold insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for acne, bronchitis, asthma, headache, or upper respiratory tract infections — the conditions listed in the product facts.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the studies aren't solid enough yet to say one way or the other. If you're considering it for a specific health goal, ask your pharmacist what the current research shows.

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 used in normal food amounts is well tolerated. However, concentrated oregano oil supplements are stronger and haven't been studied as thoroughly as the food form, so caution is warranted.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Avoid medicinal or supplement doses of oregano oil during pregnancy — food amounts are likely fine. While breastfeeding, stick to normal food amounts; we don't have enough data on the safety of oregano oil supplements at this time.

If you're pregnant or nursing and want to use oregano oil, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. Side effects are usually mild — gastrointestinal upset is the most common.

Topically, it can cause dermatitis (skin irritation) in sensitive people, especially at concentrations above 1% on mucous membranes. Rarely, people sensitive to oregano or related herbs in the Lamiaceae family have experienced serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis (severe, life-threatening reaction).

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.

Before you start oregano oil, check with us if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin, aspirin, or clopidogrel) — oregano may increase bleeding risk. Also double-check if you're on diabetes medications, as oregano might lower blood glucose further and raise hypoglycemia risk.

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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.

Oregano oil is a single-ingredient supplement with no proven effectiveness in the conditions we have data for, but it does carry interaction risks with blood thinners, antiplatelet drugs, and diabetes medications. If you take any of those, check your exact medications with our tool before starting.

Generally well tolerated in food amounts, but the concentrated supplement form is less studied — run it by your pharmacist if you're pregnant, nursing, or have a known sensitivity to oregano or related culinary herbs.

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 May 23, 2024.

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 Oil, straight from the product label.

Brand Dr. Clark Store
Barcode (UPC) 652384105132
Net contents 10 Cubic Centimeter(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 23, 2024
DSLD ID 313177
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Oregano Oil by Dr. Clark Store, 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:
3 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Drop(s)
Servings per container
35
UPC/BARCODE
652384105132
IngredientAmount% DV
Oregano Oil0.28 mL--

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take 3 drops with a meal or as directed by a healthcare professional. Put in an empty capsule or on bread. Do not put directly on tongue.

Precautions

Do not put directly on tongue.

Formulation

Made in USA

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Oregano Oil by Dr. Clark Store label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Oregano Oil by Dr. Clark Store

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 container35 Amounts shown are per serving.

Oregano Oil

Interacts with
208 drugs
0.28 mL 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 Oil monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Oregano Oil by Dr. Clark Store Drug Interactions

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208Drugs
208 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Oregano Oil 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 Oil2 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
The maker

Brand information

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

Dr. Clark Store

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Name
Self Health Resource Center
City
Chula Vista
State
CA
ZipCode
91911
Phone Number
(866) 372-5275
Web Address
www.DrClarkStore.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Oregano Oil by Dr. Clark Store: Common Questions

Does Oregano Oil by Dr. Clark Store interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Oregano Oil 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 Oil 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.
What is oregano oil and how is it different from oregano I cook with?
Oregano oil is a concentrated liquid extract — much stronger than the dried oregano seasoning in your kitchen. Because it's concentrated, it's treated as a supplement rather than a food, and the safety profile is different. Food amounts of oregano are well tolerated; the concentrated oil is less studied.
Can I take oregano oil while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Avoid supplement doses during pregnancy — food amounts are likely fine. While breastfeeding, stick to normal food amounts; we don't have enough safety data on the supplement form. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Does oregano oil actually work for colds, cough, or asthma?
We don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether oregano oil works for those conditions. The studies aren't solid enough yet. If you're curious about it for a specific health goal, your pharmacist can tell you what the current research shows.
What side effects might I experience?
Most commonly, mild gastrointestinal upset. If you apply it to skin, it can cause irritation or dermatitis in sensitive people. Rarely, people allergic to oregano or related herbs (like thyme) have had serious allergic reactions. If you know you're sensitive to these plants, avoid it.
Why does this product interact with so many medications?
This product shows interactions with 207 individual medications — a large number because the two drug types it affects (blood thinners/antiplatelet drugs and diabetes medications) each include many different specific drugs. The interaction itself is with the drug TYPE, not the count.

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Sources & How We Checked

Oregano Oil'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.

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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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