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Dietary supplement

Organic Elderflower Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Ra Herbals

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

Organic Elderflower is a dietary supplement by Ra Herbals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for colds and flu, sinus congestion, fever and sweating.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Elderflower. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Organic Elderflower by Ra Herbals

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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 1 active ingredient.

Ra Herbals Organic Elderflower contains one active ingredient: elderflower itself, prepared as a liquid extract. The product also includes cane alcohol and distilled water as inactive ingredients — the alcohol serves as a preservative and extraction medium for 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 Elderflower product and its label doesn't state a use — see Elderflower'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 backing elderflower for cold and respiratory complaints is insufficient. The data we hold lists insufficient evidence to rate its use for rhinosinusitis, obesity, influenza, acute bronchitis, and laryngitis.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the rigorous trials haven't been done yet. If you're considering this for a specific condition, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what the research currently shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Elderflower

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.

Properly prepared elderflower is generally well tolerated, but the safety information is limited. The product facts note that raw plant parts can be toxic, so preparation matters — this liquid form should be safe from that concern if made correctly.

There isn't enough reliable safety data on elderflower overall, which is why the guidance advises caution. Diarrhea and colic have been reported after drinking a tea that combined elderflower with anise, fennel, and senna, though it's unclear whether elderflower itself was the cause.

Pregnancy and lactation safety data is not on file — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Elderflower

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 — Elderflower.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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.

Check this product before taking any antidiabetes drugs (blood sugar medications). Elderflower may increase the risk of low blood sugar — monitor closely if you combine them.

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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.

Elderflower may help with some respiratory complaints, but the evidence isn't solid yet. If you take diabetes medication, check with your pharmacist first — this product could lower your blood sugar.

It's generally well tolerated, but safety information is limited. Ask your pharmacist whether it fits your situation.

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 Jan 24, 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 Elderflower, straight from the product label.

Brand Ra Herbals
Barcode (UPC) 767787973254
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 Milliliter(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 24, 2024
DSLD ID 305487
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 Organic Elderflower by Ra Herbals, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
767787973254
IngredientAmount% DV
Elderflower0 NP--

Other ingredients: Cane Alcohol, Water, Distilled

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Label statements
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General Statements

Bioregional herbal company

Instagram Facebook Twitter @sungodmeds

Formulation

OTCO (Oregon Tilth Certified Organic)

Oregon made I (Immunity aid) P (Pain relief)

Non-GMO Gluten free

Seals/Symbols

Certified Organic by: Oregon Tilth

USDA Organic

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

See website for recommended dosage. Do not exceed.

Shake well before use

Precautions

Do not exceed. Caution: Do not use if safety seal is missing or broken.

If pregnant, nursing, or on medication, consult with your health care practitioner before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Ra Herbals Herbs Enlightened

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

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Organic Elderflower by Ra Herbals label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic Elderflower by Ra Herbals

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

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Elderflower

Interacts with
86 drugs
0 NP per serving

Elderflower comes from the elder plant (Sambucus nigra) and is traditionally used as a tea or extract for colds, sinus congestion, and fever. Good-qua...

Elderflower monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Organic Elderflower by Ra Herbals Drug Interactions

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86Drugs
86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Organic Elderflower 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.

Elderflower1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, elderflower might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
In vitro research suggests that elderflower might lower blood glucose levels. Monitor blood glucose levels closely.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

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

Ra Herbals

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Name
Sun God Medicinals
Street Address
540 E Vilas Rd Ste C
City
Central Point
State
OR
ZipCode
97502
Phone Number
888-470-7394
Web Address
www.sungodmedicinals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Organic Elderflower by Ra Herbals: Common Questions

Does Organic Elderflower by Ra Herbals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic Elderflower has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Organic Elderflower 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.
Does elderflower actually work for colds or sore throat?
The evidence isn't solid yet. We hold ratings of insufficient evidence for influenza, acute bronchitis, laryngitis, and several other common uses. That doesn't mean it doesn't help — it means the rigorous trials haven't been done. If you want to try it, talk with your pharmacist about what we do and don't know.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data isn't on file for pregnancy and lactation. You'll need to talk with your doctor or pharmacist — they can help you weigh what you know about this product against your personal situation.
Is this safe to drink every day?
Properly prepared elderflower is generally well tolerated, but overall safety information is limited. The safety guidance advises caution. If you want to use it regularly, check with your pharmacist first.
What are the side effects?
Diarrhea and colic have been reported with an elderflower tea that also contained anise, fennel, and senna — it's not clear whether elderflower itself caused them or the other herbs did. Because safety data is limited, talk with your pharmacist if you develop any unusual symptoms.
Does it matter that this is a liquid with alcohol in it?
The alcohol here is cane alcohol mixed with distilled water — it preserves the herbal extract and helps pull out the active compounds. If you need to avoid alcohol entirely, mention that to your pharmacist when you ask about this product.

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Sources & How We Checked

Organic Elderflower'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 2 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.

Elderflower 2 references
  1. Gray AM, Abdel-Wahab YH, Flatt PR. The traditional plant treatment, Sambucus nigra (elder), exhibits insulin-like and insulin-releasing actions in vitro. J Nutr 2000;130:15-20. PubMed
  2. Picon, P. D., Picon, R. V., Costa, A. F., Sander, G. B., Amaral, K. M., Aboy, A. L., and Henriques, A. T. Randomized clinical trial of a phytotherapic compound containing Pimpinella anisum, Foeniculum vulgare, Sambucus nigra, and Cassia augustifolia for

See these in context on the Elderflower monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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