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Organic Moringa Leaf Tea Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Goodness

Other (e.g. Tea Bag) Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Organic Moringa Leaf Tea is a dietary supplement by Herbal Goodness with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for nutritional supplement, blood sugar support, cholesterol support.Based on those ingredients, 869 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are 100% Moringa. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Organic Moringa Leaf Tea by Herbal Goodness

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 tea is 100% moringa leaf — a single active ingredient. Moringa is a plant traditionally used in various herbal preparations, though the evidence supporting its effectiveness for any particular condition isn't well established in our data.

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 Moringa product and its label doesn't state a use — see Moringa'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 effectiveness of moringa for iron deficiency anemia, asthma, athletic performance, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia) is rated as insufficient reliable evidence to evaluate. In other words, we don't have enough quality research in our data to say whether it works for these uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Moringa

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.

Moringa leaf appears generally well tolerated as food, but high-quality safety data are limited. The most common side effect is transient diarrhea — in one trial, 4 out of 16 people taking 8 grams daily experienced it.

Rare serious reactions, including allergic reactions and Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a severe rash with oral ulcers), have been reported. Avoid medicinal amounts of moringa root and bark because they may stimulate the uterus and safety data are lacking.

Moringa is traditionally used to boost milk supply, but safety for breastfeeding hasn't been well studied, so use caution.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Moringa

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 — Moringa.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 870 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 this tea, talk with your pharmacist or doctor if you take thyroid medication (levothyroxine/Synthroid) — moringa may reduce its effect (Moderate). Also double-check if you take drugs metabolized by the liver enzyme CYP3A4 (such as certain statins, heart medications, and immunosuppressants), P-glycoprotein substrates, blood sugar medications, or other medications processed by your liver, since moringa's effect on these is not fully predictable.

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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 Moringa Leaf Tea is a single-ingredient herbal product with limited evidence to support its use for any particular condition. Its main concern is interaction risk with medications metabolized by your liver — especially thyroid drugs and blood sugar medications.

If you take any prescription medications, check them against this product with your pharmacist or doctor before you start.

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 Feb 26, 2020.

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 Moringa Leaf Tea, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Goodness
Barcode (UPC) 798304441505
Net contents 24 Tea Bag(s); 1.69 Ounce(s); 48 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 26, 2020
DSLD ID 214472
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Other (e.g. Tea Bag)
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Organic
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Organic Moringa Leaf Tea by Herbal Goodness, 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 Tea Bag(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tea Bag(s)
UPC/BARCODE
798304441505
IngredientAmount% DV
100% Moringa2 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Moringa

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Label statements
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Formulation

Caffeine Free Non GMO

USDA Organic

Nutrient dens

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org

Packaged in the USA

KSA Kosher

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Tea Supplement

General Statements

Herbal Goodness is owned by parent company Herbal Papaya Herbal Goodness cares about the environment. Please recycle this package where facilities accept.

Exquisite flavor

Nature's superfruits pure & simple

Get the most out of every cup!

Quality We only use the best Our premium quality products only come from organic, non GMO trees. From farm to table, from our ingredients to our practices we promise never to compromise our standards. Impact We do right by others We thankfully give back to support our communities. We serve you happiness and health through our excellent 5-star service. Sustainability We respect Mother Earth We support the environment so she can support us and our children for generations to come. Women Owned Fairly Traded Visit www.herbalgoodnessco.com to learn more

Proudly packaged in the USA

100% Women Owned, 10% of Profits, 100% Ethical Trade We give 10% of profits to educate and empower girls in Africa. In partnership with WAAW Foundation we help train female leaders who contribute to technology innovation and economic growth. We support our farmers and their livelihoods through Fair Trade practices; and help them build vibrant communities. Through our giving we increase the availability of organic chemical free moringa trees. So go ahead and choose Herbal Goodness with confidence knowing you are contributing directly to these causes. Thank you!

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

For maximum benefit your olive leaf tea must be properly prepared. Directions: Bring water to a flash boil. Pour into cup over tea bag. Steep 5-8 minutes. Add favorite sweetener if desired. Tea is also excellent served over ice. Enjoy 2 - 3 cups daily.

Formula

Moringa is one of the most nutritious super greens on the planet. Packed with proteins, all 9 essential amino acids, 27 vitamins and 46 anti-oxidants, our gentle tasting Moringa leaf tea gives your body a major health boost. 7x Vitamin C as Oranges 4x Iron as Kale 2.5x Fiber as Kale 3x Potassium as Bananas 2x Protein as Milk 4x Calcium as Milk 10x Vitamin A as Carrots

Certified Kosher by KSA

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

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Organic Moringa Leaf Tea by Herbal Goodness label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic Moringa Leaf Tea by Herbal Goodness

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

Serving size1 Tea Bag(s) Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Amounts shown are per serving.

100% Moringa

Interacts with
869 drugs
2 Gram(s) per serving

Moringa is a nutrient-rich plant whose leaves are widely used as a food and supplement, especially in parts of the world where malnutrition is common....

100% Moringa monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Moringa. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Organic Moringa Leaf Tea by Herbal Goodness Drug Interactions

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717 Moderate 152 Minor

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Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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100% Moringa6 drug types · 869 drugs

Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might increase or decrease levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
Some in vitro research suggests that moringa inhibits cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). However, other in vitro research suggests that moringa extract induces CYP3A4 enzymes. A pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in the pharmacokinetics of nevirapine, which is partially metabolized by CYP3A4, when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)

Theoretically, moringa leaf can antagonize the effects of levothyroxine.
Animal research suggests that moringa aqueous leaf extract might reduce serum triiodothyronine (T3) concentrations by inhibiting the peripheral conversion of thyroxine (T4) to T3.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
P-Glycoprotein Substrates

Theoretically, moringa leaf extract might increase the levels and clinical effects of P-glycoprotein substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa leaf extract inhibits renal P-glycoprotein transport activity. So far, this reaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, moringa might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Animal research shows that moringa can lower blood glucose levels. However, research in humans has not shown consistent blood glucose lowering effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, moringa might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that moringa extract induces CYP1A2 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nevirapine (Viramune)

Moringa leaf is unlikely to have a clinically significant interaction with nevirapine.
Nevirapine is partially metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4). In vitro evidence suggests that moringa inhibits CYP3A4. However, a pharmacokinetic study in patients with HIV shows no change in nevirapine pharmacokinetics when administered concomitantly with moringa leaf powder 1.85 grams daily for 14 days.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Organic Moringa Leaf Tea, from the product label.

Herbal Goodness

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Name
Herbal Goodness
Street Address
2150 S. Central Expressway, Suite 200
City
McKinney
State
TX
ZipCode
75070
Phone Number
800-820-4829
Web Address
herbalgoodnessco.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Organic Moringa Leaf Tea by Herbal Goodness: Common Questions

Does Organic Moringa Leaf Tea by Herbal Goodness interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic Moringa Leaf Tea has a known interaction with 869 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Organic Moringa Leaf Tea 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 moringa leaf safe to drink daily?
Moringa leaf appears generally well tolerated as a food or tea. The most common side effect is transient diarrhea. However, high-quality safety data are limited, so if you're drinking it regularly or in large amounts, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether it's right for you.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
For pregnancy, the safety data are mixed — moringa is rated both possibly safe and possibly unsafe. For breastfeeding, it's rated possibly safe, though safety hasn't been well studied. Because the evidence is unclear, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this tea during pregnancy or while nursing.
What exactly is moringa?
Moringa is a plant leaf used traditionally in herbal preparations. This tea is 100% moringa leaf.
Does moringa help with blood sugar or diabetes?
Animal research suggests moringa can lower blood glucose levels, but human studies haven't shown consistent results. The evidence we hold is rated as insufficient to say whether it actually works for diabetes.
Can I take this with my thyroid medication?
Moringa may reduce the effect of levothyroxine (Synthroid), a common thyroid medication — this is a Moderate-severity concern. Talk with your pharmacist or doctor before combining them.
What side effects can moringa cause?
The most common side effect is transient diarrhea — in one trial, about 25% of people taking moringa leaf powder experienced it. Rare serious reactions, including allergic reactions and Stevens-Johnson syndrome (a severe skin and mouth rash), have been reported.

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Sources & How We Checked

Organic Moringa Leaf Tea'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 23 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.

Moringa 23 references
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