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Oregano Oil Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Vitality Works

Oregano Oil label
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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 Oil 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 Oil is a dietary supplement by Vitality Works with 2 active ingredients. 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 Wild Mediterranean 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 Oil by Vitality Works

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Aug 27, 2026

What’s inside

Partial disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Partial

Most active ingredients list an amount, but at least one is hidden in a blend or missing.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “pure Oregano Oil” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (45 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.
  • “Oil of Oregano” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (510 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Vitality Works Oregano Oil contains two active ingredients: carvacrol and wild Mediterranean oregano (both forms of oregano oil). The product also includes three inactive ingredients—non-GMO soy lecithin, modified vegetable cellulose, and extra virgin olive oil—which serve as a base and capsule material.

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 we hold doesn't establish that oregano oil works for acne, bronchitis, asthma, headache, or upper respiratory tract infections. For all these uses, the data available shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate its effectiveness.

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 is well tolerated when used in typical food amounts. Concentrated oregano oil supplements are stronger and less well studied than culinary doses.

The most common side effect from oral use is gastrointestinal upset. Rarely, systemic allergic reactions including anaphylaxis have been reported; if you have a known sensitivity to oregano or plants in the mint family (Lamiaceae), talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this.

The safety data advises against medicinal or supplement amounts during pregnancy; food amounts are likely fine. While breastfeeding, stick to normal food amounts—the safety of supplements isn't established, so discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance.

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 taking Vitality Works Oregano Oil, double-check these with your doctor or pharmacist: blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel, and similar), and diabetes medications. Both interactions are Moderate severity.

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The bottom line

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

If you take blood thinners, antiplatelet drugs, or diabetes medications, you'll want to check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this product—the concentrated dose could shift how those drugs work. Oregano oil is generally well tolerated at food doses but less studied at supplement strength.

Talk it over with your own healthcare provider before you start, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any regular medications.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 25, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Oregano Oil, straight from the product label.

Brand Vitality Works
Barcode (UPC) 788332084225
Net contents 120 Liquid Veggie Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2021
DSLD ID 246485
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Oregano Oil by Vitality Works, 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 Veggie Cap(s), 2 Veggie Cap(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Veggie Cap(s), 3 Veggie Cap(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
788332084225
IngredientAmount% DV
Carvacrol32 mg--
pure Oregano Oil45 mg--
Wild Mediterranean Oregano0 NP--
Oil of Oregano510 mg--

Other ingredients: Non-GMO Soy Lecithin, Modified Vegetable Cellulose, extra virgin Olive Oil

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Generally: 1 Veggie Cap 1-3 times daily with water. Acute: 2-3 veggie caps 3 times daily with water.

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of reach of children.

General Statements

Cap-Pro

Formulation

100% Vegetarian

Professional Strength

Formula

Carvacrol 70

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal supplement

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Oregano Oil by Vitality Works label

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Oregano Oil label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Oregano Oil by Vitality Works

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Veggie Cap(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Wild Mediterranean Oregano

Interacts with
208 drugs
0 NP per serving Form: Carvacrol

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

Wild Mediterranean Oregano monograph & interactions

Oil of Oregano

Interacts with
208 drugs
510 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...

Oil of Oregano monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Non-GMO Soy Lecithin, Modified Vegetable Cellulose, Extra virgin Olive Oil. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Oregano Oil by Vitality Works Drug Interactions

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208Drugs
208 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Wild Mediterranean Oregano 208

Individual Drug Interactions

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

1 of the 2 ingredients in Oregano Oil interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Wild Mediterranean Oregano

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.

Wild Mediterranean 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
Wild Mediterranean Oregano full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Vitality Works

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Name
Vitality Works, Inc.
Street Address
8500 Bluewater Rd. NW
City
Albuquerque
State
NM
ZipCode
87121
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Oregano Oil by Vitality Works: Common Questions

Does Oregano Oil by Vitality Works 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 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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's actually in this capsule?
Two forms of oregano oil—carvacrol and wild Mediterranean oregano—plus a soy lecithin and olive oil base inside a vegetable cellulose capsule. The oregano provides the active compounds; the other ingredients keep it in capsule form.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against medicinal or supplement amounts during pregnancy, though food amounts of oregano are likely fine. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Safety of oregano oil supplements while breastfeeding hasn't been established. Stick to normal food amounts and check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance.
Does oregano oil actually work for colds or bronchitis?
The evidence we hold doesn't show oregano oil is effective for upper respiratory infections or bronchitis—there's insufficient reliable data to rate it for these uses.
What side effects might I notice?
Most common is gastrointestinal upset. Rarely, allergic reactions can occur, especially if you're sensitive to oregano or plants in the mint family. If you notice swelling, difficulty breathing, or other signs of an allergic reaction, seek medical attention right away.
Is this supplement safe with food oregano?
This supplement is more concentrated than the oregano you'd sprinkle on pizza or pasta. The product facts note concentrated oregano oil supplements are stronger and less studied than culinary amounts, so combining them isn't recommended without checking with your pharmacist first.

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The Full Monographs Behind Oregano Oil’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 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.

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.

See these in context on the Oregano monograph →

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