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Organic Rosemary Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Zongle Therapeutics

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

Organic Rosemary is a dietary supplement by Zongle Therapeutics with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and concentration, digestive upset, hair growth.Based on those ingredients, 372 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Rosemary. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Organic Rosemary by Zongle Therapeutics

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: rosemary, delivered as a liquid extract. The inactive ingredient is rosemary oil that's been steam-distilled.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
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
Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: promotes healthy digestion and respiratory function.
  • We looked for evidence on: Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), digestive health, respiratory health, nervous tension.
  • The closest evidence on file: Rosemary is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) (Natural Medicines).

Rosemary is rated possibly effective for memory. For other uses listed — including age-related cognitive decline, alopecia areata, and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease — the evidence in our data is insufficient to rate it either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Rosemary

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.

Rosemary in normal food amounts is generally well tolerated. Concentrated extracts and undiluted essential oils call for more caution.

In food amounts, it's likely fine during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but medicinal or large doses lack enough safety data — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you. Topically, allergic reactions, lip and gum swelling, and allergic skin rashes can occur.

Rosemary may trigger occupational asthma in sensitive people. It can also cause sun sensitivity and skin inflammation in hypersensitive individuals.

Orally, the undiluted oil or its camphor component might trigger seizures.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Rosemary

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 — Rosemary.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 372 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 you start, double-check if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (Moderate severity), diabetes medications (Moderate), aspirin or other salicylate-containing pain relievers like Trilisate or Disalcid (Moderate), or any drugs processed through your liver's CYP1A2 pathway (Minor). Use the search tool on this page to look up your exact medications.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Rosemary is possibly effective for memory support. If you take blood thinners, diabetes medications, or aspirin-type pain relievers, you'll want to check with your pharmacist before starting — the interaction risk is real.

Anyone with a history of allergic reactions to herbs or occupational asthma should be cautious. Talk to your pharmacist if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any medications.

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 22, 2022.

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 Rosemary, straight from the product label.

Brand Zongle Therapeutics
Barcode (UPC) 856426006276
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 22, 2022
DSLD ID 276644
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Organic Rosemary by Zongle Therapeutics, 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 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Drop(s)
Servings per container
500
UPC/BARCODE
856426006276
IngredientAmount% DV
Rosemary60 mg--

Other ingredients: Rosemary Oil, Steam-Distilled

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

For aromatic, topical or internal use.

For internal use dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.

Formulation

USDA Certified Organic

Promotes healthy digestion Promotes healthy respiratory function Helps reduce nervous tension and fatigue

Therapeutic Grade

GMO free Artificial ingredients free Paraben free Pesticide free Preservatives free Gluten free

Cruelty free Origin: Spain Bottled in USA

Certified Organic by GCIAOCP

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.

Precautions

Caution: Possible skin sensitivity.

Keep out of reach of children.

If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor's care, consult your physician.

Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.

Formula

Rosmarinus officinalis

FDA Statement of Identity

Essential Oil Supplement

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

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Organic Rosemary by Zongle Therapeutics label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic Rosemary by Zongle Therapeutics

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

Serving size1 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container500 Amounts shown are per serving.

Rosemary

Interacts with
372 drugs
60 mg per serving Form: Rosemary, Rosemary

Rosemary is a fragrant Mediterranean herb that is safe and flavorful in normal food amounts. Some early research suggests possible benefits for memory...

Rosemary monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Rosemary Oil, Steam-Distilled. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Organic Rosemary by Zongle Therapeutics Drug Interactions

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372Drugs
212 Moderate 160 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Rosemary 372

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Organic Rosemary 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.

Rosemary6 drug types · 372 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that rosemary inhibits platelet aggregation.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking rosemary with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research shows that rosemary extract can decrease blood glucose levels in diabetic models. However, research in humans is conflicting. Although rosemary powder decreased blood glucose levels in healthy adults, no change in blood glucose levels was seen in adults with type 2 diabetes, most of whom were taking antidiabetes drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Aspirin

Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Rosemary is reported to contain salicylates.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Choline Magnesium Trisalicylate (Trilisate)

Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as choline magnesium trisalicylate.
Rosemary is reported to contain salicylate.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Salsalate (Disalcid)

Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as salsalate.
Rosemary is reported to contain salicylate.

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

Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that rosemary induces CYP1A2 enzymes. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

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

Zongle Therapeutics

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Name
Zongle Therapeutics LLC
City
Norcross
State
GA
ZipCode
30093
Web Address
www.zongletherapeutics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Organic Rosemary by Zongle Therapeutics: Common Questions

Does Organic Rosemary by Zongle Therapeutics interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic Rosemary has a known interaction with 372 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Organic Rosemary 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 rosemary safe to use if I take a blood thinner?
There's a documented interaction: rosemary may increase your bleeding risk when combined with blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs. This is moderate-severity, so you need to talk with your pharmacist or doctor before using this product — don't start it on your own.
Can I use this if I have diabetes?
Animal studies show rosemary can lower blood sugar. If you're on diabetes medication, combining the two could drop your levels too low (hypoglycemia). Check with your pharmacist or doctor first.
Will this help my memory?
Rosemary is rated possibly effective for memory in our data. That means there's some evidence it may help, but it's not conclusive. It's not proven for age-related cognitive decline or other conditions.
Is it safe during pregnancy?
Food amounts of rosemary are likely fine, but medicinal doses or large amounts lack enough safety data during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is appropriate for you.
Can this cause allergic reactions?
Yes — topical allergic reactions, lip and gum swelling, and allergic skin rashes have been reported. Rosemary may also trigger occupational asthma in sensitive people and can cause sun sensitivity in some individuals.
Is this product safe to take with aspirin?
Rosemary contains salicylates and may have additive effects with aspirin and similar pain relievers like Trilisate or Disalcid. Check with your pharmacist before combining them.

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Sources & How We Checked

Organic Rosemary'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.

Rosemary 20 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs and Related Remedies. 3rd ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1993.
  3. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  4. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  5. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  6. Cartier LC, Lehrer A, Malo JL. Occupational asthma caused by aromatic herbs. Allergy 1996;51:647-9. DOI
  7. Burkhard PR, Burkhardt K, Haenggeli CA, Landis T. Plant-induced seizures: reappearance of an old problem. J Neurol 1999;246:667-70. PubMed
  8. Swain AR, Dutton SP, Truswell AS. Salicylates in foods. J Am Diet.Assoc 1985;85(8):950-60. DOI
  9. Zhu BT, Loder DP, Cai MX, et al. Dietary administration of an extract from rosemary leaves enhances the liver microsomal metabolism of endogenous estrogens and decreases their uterotropic action in CD-1 mice. Carcinogenesis 1998;19(10):1821-7. PubMed
  10. Debersac P, Heydel JM, Amiot MJ, et al. Induction of cytochrome P450 and/or detoxication enzymes by various extracts of rosemary: description of specific patterns. Food Chem Toxicol 2001;39(9):907-18. PubMed
  11. Debersac P, Vernevaut MF, Amiot MJ, et al. Effects of a water-soluble extract of rosemary and its purified component rosmarinic acid on xenobiotic-metabolizing enzymes in rat liver. Food Chem Toxicol 2001;39(2):109-17. PubMed
  12. Lee JJ, Jin YR, Lee JH, et al. Antiplatelet activity of carnosic acid, a phenolic diterpene from Rosmarinus officinalis. Planta Med 2007;73(2):121-7.
  13. Yamamoto J, Yamada K, Naemura A, et al. Testing various herbs for antithrombotic effect. Nutrition 2005;21(5):580-7. PubMed
  14. Naemura A, Ura M, Yamashita T, et al. Long-term intake of rosemary and common thyme herbs inhibits experimental thrombosis without prolongation of bleeding time. Thromb Res 2008;122(4):517-22. PubMed
  15. Lee JJ, Jin YR, Lim Y, et al. Antiplatelet activity of carnosol is mediated by the inhibition of TXA2 receptor and cytosolic calcium mobilization. Vascul Pharmacol 2006;45:148-53. PubMed
  16. Bakirel, T., Bakirel, U., Keles, O. U., Ulgen, S. G., and Yardibi, H. In vivo assessment of antidiabetic and antioxidant activities of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) in alloxan-diabetic rabbits. J Ethnopharmacol 2-28-2008;116(1):64-73. PubMed
  17. Erenmemisoglu, A., Saraymen, R., and Ustun, S. Effect of a Rosmarinus officinalis leave extract on plasma glucose levels in normoglycaemic and diabetic mice. Pharmazie 1997;52(8):645-646.
  18. Valones MAA, Silva ICG, Gueiros LAM, Leão JC, Caldas AF Jr, Carvalho AAT. Clinical assessment of rosemary-based toothpaste (Rosmarinus officinalis Linn.): A randomized controlled double-blind study. Braz Dent J. 2019;30(2):146-151. PubMed
  19. Quirarte-Báez SM, Zamora-Perez AL, Reyes-Estrada CA, et al. A shortened treatment with rosemary tea (rosmarinus officinalis) instead of glucose in patients with diabetes mellitus type 2 (TSD). J Popul Ther Clin Pharmacol. 2019;26(4):e18-e28.
  20. Al Jamal A. Effect of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) on lipid profiles and blood glucose in human diabetic patients (type-2). African J. Biochem. Res. 2014;8(8):147-50. DOI

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