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Organic Cinnamon Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Healths Harmony

Tablet Or Pill Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Organic Cinnamon is a dietary supplement by Healths Harmony with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for blood sugar support, digestive upset, antioxidant support.Based on those ingredients, 442 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Ceylon Cinnamon, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Organic Cinnamon by Healths Harmony

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: Ceylon cinnamon powder. The tablet also includes several inactive ingredients — acacia gum, silicon dioxide, silica concentrate, rice extract, rice husk, gum arabic, and sunflower oil — which are fillers and binders that help form and stabilize the pill.

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 Cassia Cinnamon product and its label doesn't state a use — see Cassia Cinnamon'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 on cinnamon for its proposed uses — amenorrhea, angina, common cold, diabetes, diarrhea, and dyslipidemia (high cholesterol) — is insufficient to rate. That means the science hasn't yet established whether it works for these conditions.

If you're considering this supplement for a specific health reason, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether the current evidence supports its use.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Cassia Cinnamon

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.

Cinnamon from food is generally well tolerated. At supplement doses, especially high ones taken over months, there's concern about coumarin content and liver health.

The safety data advises caution with concentrated supplement amounts during pregnancy; food amounts are likely fine, but avoid medicinal doses if you're pregnant. Breastfeeding safety data is limited — food amounts are probably okay, but avoid high-dose supplements.

Rarely, cinnamon has caused a rash or, in one case, contact dermatitis in someone with a known cinnamon allergy. One person in a trial experienced a low blood sugar event (hypoglycemic seizure), though it's unclear if cinnamon caused it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Cassia Cinnamon

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 — Cassia Cinnamon.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 443 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.

Double-check this product with your pharmacist before starting if you take diabetes medications or any drugs that stress the liver. Both carry Moderate interaction severity with cinnamon.

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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.

Organic cinnamon may be worth considering if you're interested in its traditional uses, but the evidence for its effectiveness isn't established yet. If you take diabetes medication or liver-support drugs, check with your pharmacist first — this product can theoretically interact with both.

Stick to food amounts if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, and avoid high-dose supplements long-term without talking to your doctor.

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 Sep 25, 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 Organic Cinnamon, straight from the product label.

Brand Healths Harmony
Barcode (UPC) X002FKOGP9
Net contents 120 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2024
DSLD ID 318368
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Organic Cinnamon by Healths Harmony, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
X002FKOGP9
IngredientAmount% DV
Ceylon Cinnamon, Powder1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Acacia Gum, Silicon Dioxide, Silica Concentrate, Rice extract, Rice Husk, Gum Arabic, Sunflower Oil

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use 2 tablets daily preferably with meals or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Discontinue use if side effects appear. Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition or taking any medication should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition or taking any medication should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

This product is manufactured and packaged in a facility which may also process milk, soy, wheat, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and crustacean shellfish.

Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Formulation

Satisfaction Guarantee We offer a full refund on the purchase of your order within 90 days of purchase. Restrictions apply. For details please visit: healthsharmony.com/refunds

Vegan

USDA Organic Where food comes from Organic Certified Organic by: Where food Comes From Organic

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.

General Statements

Why's this needed? See: hhfacts.com/cinnamon Best by date & batch number are printed on bottom of bottle.

2 month supply

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Formula

Organic ceylon cinnamon 1000mg per serving

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

USA Made in the USA with domestic & international ingredients

Sourced from a GMP registered facility

Sourced from a GMP certified facility Vegan

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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Organic Cinnamon by Healths Harmony label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic Cinnamon by Healths Harmony

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

Serving size2 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Ceylon Cinnamon, Powder

Interacts with
442 drugs
1000 mg per serving Form: Cinnamomum verum, Powder

Cassia cinnamon is the common, inexpensive cinnamon used in cooking, and it is also taken as a supplement, most often for blood sugar support. The evi...

Ceylon Cinnamon, Powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Acacia Gum, Silicon Dioxide, Silica Concentrate, Rice extract, Rice Husk, Gum Arabic, Sunflower Oil. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Organic Cinnamon by Healths Harmony Drug Interactions

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442Drugs
442 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Organic Cinnamon 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.

Ceylon Cinnamon, Powder2 drug types · 442 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, cassia cinnamon may have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Cassia cinnamon may lower blood glucose levels, and have additive effects in patients treated with antidiabetic agents. Dose adjustments to diabetes medications might be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Hepatotoxic Drugs

Theoretically, large doses of cassia cinnamon might cause additive effects when used with hepatotoxic drugs.
There is some concern that ingesting large amounts of cassia cinnamon for an extended duration might cause hepatotoxicity in some people. Cassia cinnamon contains coumarin, which can cause hepatotoxicity in animal models. In humans, very high doses of coumarin from 50-7000 mg/day can result in hepatotoxicity that resolves when coumarin use is discontinued. Lower amounts might also cause liver problems in sensitive people, such as those with liver disease or those taking potentially hepatotoxic agents.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Organic Cinnamon, from the product label.

Healths Harmony

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Name
Healths Harmony
Street Address
239 2nd Ave. S. 2nd Floor
City
St. Petersburg
State
FL
ZipCode
33701
Web Address
healthsharmony.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Organic Cinnamon by Healths Harmony: Common Questions

Does Organic Cinnamon by Healths Harmony interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic Cinnamon has a known interaction with 442 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Organic Cinnamon 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.
Is cinnamon safe during pregnancy?
Food amounts of cinnamon are likely fine, but the safety data advises against medicinal or high-dose supplement amounts during pregnancy. If you're pregnant and want to take this, talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking this?
Food amounts of cinnamon are probably okay, but safety data is limited for concentrated supplement doses while breastfeeding. Check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting a supplement.
Can cinnamon help with diabetes?
The evidence we hold on cinnamon for diabetes is insufficient to rate — we can't say whether it works. What we do know is that it may lower blood sugar on its own, so it could interact with diabetes medications.
What side effects has cinnamon caused in trials?
A small number of people reported a rash in trials. One person with a documented cinnamon allergy developed contact dermatitis from dietary cinnamon, which cleared within five days of stopping it. One person also had a low blood sugar event, though it's unclear if cinnamon caused it.
Is there any concern about the liver?
Yes — cassia cinnamon contains coumarin, which can harm the liver at very high doses over long periods. Cinnamon from food is generally safe, but avoid high-dose supplements long-term without checking with your doctor, especially if you already take medications that affect your liver.

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Organic Cinnamon'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 20 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.

Cassia Cinnamon 20 references
  1. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
  2. Khan A, Safdar M, Ali Khan M, et al. Cinnamon improves glucose and lipids of people with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care 2003;26:3215-8. PubMed
  3. De Benito V, Alzaga R. Occupational allergic contact dermatitis from cassia (Chinese cinnamon) as a flavouring agent in coffee. Contact Dermatitis 1999;40:165. PubMed
  4. Drake TE, Maibach HI. Allergic contact dermatitis and stomatitis caused by a cinnamic aldehyde-flavored toothpaste. Arch Dermatol 1976;112:202-3.
  5. Press release. Cinnamon capsules to reduce blood sugar are medicinal products! Efficacy has not been scientifically proven - some products contain high levels of coumarin. Federal Institute of Risk Assessment (BfM), Germany, November 11, 2006. Available a
  6. Felter SP, Vassallo JD, Carlton BD, Daston GP. A safety assessment of coumarin taking into account species-specificity of toxicokinetics. Food Chem Toxicol 2006;44:462-75. PubMed
  7. Crawford P. Effectiveness of cinnamon for lowering hemoglobin A1C in patients with type 2 diabetes: a randomized, controlled trial. J Am Board Fam Med 2009;22:507-12. PubMed
  8. Akilen, R., Tsiami, A., Devendra, D., and Robinson, N. Glycated haemoglobin and blood pressure-lowering effect of cinnamon in multi-ethnic Type 2 diabetic patients in the UK: a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind clinical trial. Diabet.Med. 2010; PubMed
  9. Lu T, Sheng H Wu J Cheng Y Zhu J Chen Y. Cinnamon extract improves fasting blood glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin level in Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes. Nutr Res. 2012;32(6):408-412. PubMed
  10. Choi, J., Lee, K. T., Ka, H., Jung, W. T., Jung, H. J., and Park, H. J. Constituents of the essential oil of the Cinnamomum cassia stem bark and the biological properties. Arch Pharm Res 2001;24(5):418-423.
  11. Altschuler JA, Casella SJ, MacKenzie TA, Curtis KM. The effect of cinnamon on A1C among adolescents with type 1 diabetes. Diabetes Care 2007;30(4):813-6. PubMed
  12. Stoecker BR, Zhan Z, Luo R, et al. Cinnamon extract lowers blood glucose in hyperglycemic subjects. FASEB J. 2010;22:722.1 (Abstract only). DOI
  13. Admani S, Hill H, Jacob SE. Cinnamon Sugar Scrub Dermatitis: "Natural" Is Not Always Best. Pediatr Dermatol. 2017;34(1):e42-e43. PubMed
  14. Isaac-Renton M, Li MK, Parsons LM. Cinnamon spice and everything not nice: many features of intraoral allergy to cinnamic aldehyde. Dermatitis. 2015;26(3):116-21. PubMed
  15. Vandersall A, Katta R. Eyelid dermatitis as a manifestation of systemic contact dermatitis to cinnamon. Dermatitis. 2015 Jul-Aug;26(4):189. PubMed
  16. Wickenberg J, Lindstedt S, Nilsson J, Hlebowicz J. Cassia cinnamon does not change the insulin sensitivity or the liver enzymes in subjects with impaired glucose tolerance. Nutr J 2014 Sep 24;13:96. PubMed
  17. Brancheau D, Patel B, Zughaib M. Do cinnamon supplements cause acute hepatitis? Am J Case Rep 2015;16:250-4. PubMed
  18. Shekarchizadeh-Esfahani P, Heydarpour F, Izadi F, Jalili C. The effect of cinnamon supplementation on liver enzymes in adults: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Complement Ther Med 2021;58:102699. PubMed
  19. Bernaola J, Valverde-Monge M, Otal-Buesa M, Cullen D, Heras-Mendaza F. Cinnamon allergic contact cheilitis. Contact Dermatitis 2023;88(5):418-419. PubMed
  20. Patel K, Howard M, Tate B. Cheilitis caused by allergic contact dermatitis to cinnamon in chai tea: A case report. Contact Dermatitis 2023;88(3):239-240. PubMed

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