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Oregano Spirits Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herb Pharm

Oregano Spirits label
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Liquid 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 Spirits 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 Spirits is a dietary supplement by Herb Pharm 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 Oregano extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Oregano Spirits by Herb Pharm

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Extract Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (615 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Oregano Spirits is a liquid herbal supplement containing 2 active ingredients: oregano extract and oregano essential oil extract, both derived from the oregano plant. The product is made with certified organic cane alcohol and distilled water as inactive ingredients.

Concentrated oregano oil supplements are stronger and less studied than oregano used in cooking, so the safety profile differs from what you'd get from oregano as a food seasoning.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Oregano's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: immune support and active responder.
  • We looked for evidence on: Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Bronchitis, Cough, Rhinosinusitis, Intestinal parasite infection, antimicrobial support — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Oregano is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Bronchitis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Oregano is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Cough, Intestinal parasite infection, Rhinosinusitis.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish that oregano works for acne, bronchitis, asthma, headache, or upper respiratory tract infections — the rating for each is insufficient reliable evidence. That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the data to prove it one way or the other isn't available in our system.

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.

When used in typical food amounts, oregano is well tolerated. As a concentrated supplement, the safety data is thinner.

The most common side effect reported is mild stomach upset. Rarely, people have had systemic allergic reactions, including a serious case of swelling, low blood pressure, and breathing difficulty — so if you have a known allergy to oregano or plants in the mint family (Lamiaceae), steer clear.

During pregnancy, the safety data advises against taking oregano in medicinal or supplement amounts; food amounts are likely fine. There isn't enough data to know whether supplement amounts are safe while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

If you're planning to become pregnant, are pregnant, or are nursing, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product.

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 Oregano Spirits, confirm with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on any blood thinners (anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs) or diabetes medications. Oregano may theoretically increase bleeding risk with the first group and low blood sugar risk with the second.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Oregano Spirits may be worth a try if you're looking for an herbal supplement, but it's not established to work for common conditions like colds, asthma, or headache. The main thing to watch is whether you take blood thinners or diabetes medications — check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

If you have a history of allergies to oregano or mint-family plants, this product isn't for you.

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 Feb 25, 2019.

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 Spirits, straight from the product label.

Brand Herb Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 090700031336
Net contents 2 fl. Oz.; 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 25, 2019
DSLD ID 199901
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Oregano Spirits by Herb Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.7 mL
Servings per container
84
UPC/BARCODE
090700031336
IngredientAmount% DV
Oregano extract0 NP--
Proprietary Extract Blend615 mg--
Oregano essential oil extract0 NP--

Other ingredients: certified organic Cane Alcohol, distilled Water

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use Shake well before using Add 1 full squeeze of the dropper bulb to 4 oz. of water or juice, 2 to 4 times per day. Best taken between meals.

Precautions

Caution: Seek expert medical advice before taking during pregnancy or nursing.

Do not take drops undiluted.

Keep out of the reach of children

Storage

Store away from heat & light

General

014

Formula

Origanum vulgare

Oregano Spirits liquid extract

Oregano Spirits is a blend of the plant extract and the essential oil of certified organically grown &/ or responsibly wildcrafted Origanum vulgare plants.

General Statements

Immune support Active responder

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Formulation

Gluten-free

Oregano Spirits is a blend of the plant extract and the essential oil of certified organically grown &/ or responsibly wildcrafted Origanum vulgare plants.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Oregano Spirits by Herb Pharm label

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Oregano Spirits label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Oregano Spirits by Herb Pharm

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

Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container84 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.

Proprietary Extract Blend

615 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Certified organic Cane Alcohol, Distilled Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Oregano Spirits by Herb Pharm Drug Interactions

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208 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Oregano extract 208

Individual Drug Interactions

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

1 of the 2 ingredients in Oregano Spirits interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Oregano extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Oregano Spirits 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 extract2 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 extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Herb Pharm

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Name
Herb Pharm
City
Williams
State
OR
ZipCode
97544
Phone Number
800-348-4372
Web Address
www.herb-pharm.com
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Oregano Spirits by Herb Pharm: Common Questions

Does Oregano Spirits by Herb Pharm interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Oregano Spirits 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 Spirits 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.
Can I take this while pregnant?
The safety data advises against oregano in medicinal or supplement amounts during pregnancy — though oregano in food is likely fine. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
What are the side effects?
When used as a supplement, oregano is generally well tolerated. The most common side effect is stomach upset. Rarely, people have had serious allergic reactions like swelling and breathing difficulty — especially those with a known allergy to oregano or mint-family plants.
Does oregano actually work for colds or bronchitis?
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that oregano works for upper respiratory infections, bronchitis, or asthma. That's not proof it doesn't help — just that we don't have reliable data to confirm it either way.
Why is this made with alcohol?
The product uses certified organic cane alcohol as a solvent to extract and preserve the oregano compounds in liquid form. If you need to avoid alcohol, this form may not be right for you.
Is this safe if I'm breastfeeding?
There isn't enough data to know whether supplement amounts of oregano are safe while breastfeeding. Stick to food amounts and talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

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The Full Monographs Behind Oregano Spirits’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 Spirits'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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