Original CCF Tea Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Original CCF Tea 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
Original CCF Tea is a dietary supplement by Banyan Botanicals with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and bloating, infant colic, menstrual cramps.Based on those ingredients, 1,238 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Fennel, Coriander, Cumin. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Original CCF Tea by Banyan Botanicals
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.
What’s inside
Low disclosure
Original CCF Tea contains three active ingredients: fennel, coriander, and cumin — a traditional Ayurvedic combination often used as a digestive aid. The product has no inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for these ingredients is limited in our data. Fennel is listed as possibly effective for period pain (dysmenorrhea), but the evidence for using it to treat bronchitis, anxiety, bedwetting, or cholera is insufficient to rate.
Coriander and cumin have insufficient evidence in our data for the conditions they're traditionally used for — including loss of appetite, anxiety, constipation, diabetes, diarrhea, and indigestion for coriander, and metabolic syndrome, prediabetes, fatty liver disease, weight, and cholesterol for cumin.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Fennel, coriander, and cumin are all generally well tolerated as food and spices. As a tea — which is a concentrated form — the safety profile shifts slightly.
The most common side effects from fennel are digestive upset, sun sensitivity, and allergic reactions in sensitive people. Coriander may cause contact rash if it touches your skin, and rare severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) have been reported.
Cumin is generally well tolerated short-term but may cause digestive upset, contact dermatitis, or rarely anaphylaxis. Avoid medicinal or concentrated amounts of fennel during pregnancy due to its hormone-like effects and limited safety data.
Food amounts are likely fine while breastfeeding, but medicinal doses of all three ingredients lack enough safety data — talk with your pharmacist or doctor if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take this tea, check your exact medications against these types: blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs), birth control, hormone replacement therapy, diabetes medications, blood pressure medications, sedating drugs, the antibiotic ciprofloxacin (Cipro), the cancer drug tamoxifen (Nolvadex), drugs you take for photosensitivity reactions, and rifampin (Rifadin) for tuberculosis. All carry moderate-severity interactions with one or more ingredients in this blend.
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.
This is a traditional digestive tea, but it's not right for everyone. Be especially cautious if you take blood thinners, diabetes medications, birth control, blood pressure drugs, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Talk to your pharmacist before you start, especially if you're on any prescription medications.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 3 active ingredients 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
General information
Key facts about Original CCF Tea, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Banyan Botanicals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 618192075920 |
| Net contents | 8 Ounce(s); 227 Gram(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 24, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 305610 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Original CCF Tea by Banyan Botanicals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Formula
Cumin, Coriander, and Fennel
Cumin, coriander, and fennel are famous digestive spices, and when brewed together as a tea they make a perfect addition to an ayurvedic Diet.
Formulation
Organic Ayurvedic Teas
Caffeine-Free Herbal Blend
USDA Organic
Non GMO
Strengthens the digestive fire without aggravating pitta Supports gentle cleansing of natural toxins Promotes a comfortable post-meal experience
CCF Tea directly stimulates the digestive system, supporting the body's natural ability to breakdown ama, or natural toxins, in the GI tract.
Certified Organic by: QAI
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
USDA Organic
Sustainably Sourced Fairly Traded
Certified B Corporation
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Combine 2 teaspoons of CCF tea with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let the tea simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, strain, and serve! CCF Tea can be made in larger batches at the ratio of 1 teaspoon per 1 cup of water. For a stronger brew, simmer the tea for 10 minutes.
Precautions
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition, please consult with your health care practitioner prior to the use of this product.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
General Statements
Banyan Botanicals was founded in 1996 with the mission to help people achieve and maintain optimal health and well-being. As an Ayurvedic lifestyle company, we specialize in products made from herbs that are organically grown, sustainably sourced, fairly traded, and made in the USA.
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Original CCF Tea by Banyan Botanicals label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Original CCF Tea by Banyan Botanicals
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Teaspoon(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container55 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.
Fennel
Interacts with740 drugs
Fennel is a Mediterranean herb widely used as a food and spice, and traditionally taken for digestive complaints, colic, and menstrual cramps. Some sm...
Fennel monograph & interactionsCoriander
Interacts with717 drugs
Coriander (also called cilantro) is a common cooking herb and spice that has long been used in traditional medicine for digestive complaints. As a foo...
Coriander monograph & interactionsCumin
Interacts with211 drugs
Cumin is a common cooking spice that has a long history in traditional medicine for digestion and other complaints. Food amounts are generally safe fo...
Cumin monograph & interactionsOriginal CCF Tea by Banyan Botanicals Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Original CCF Tea by Banyan Botanicals is a three-ingredient blend — fennel, coriander, and cumin — and it does interact with several medication types.
Altogether, these interactions span 1,226 individual medications.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Fennel carries the most documented interactions. It may theoretically decrease how well blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs) work and raise the risk of bleeding.
It can also interfere with birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy because some compounds in fennel act like estrogen in your body. Fennel might increase levels of certain drugs your liver breaks down (CYP3A4 substrates), reduce how well the antibiotic ciprofloxacin (Cipro) works, and interfere with tamoxifen (Nolvadex), a breast cancer medication.
Coriander adds four more medication interactions. It may increase drowsiness if you're taking sedating drugs (CNS depressants), lower your blood pressure further if you're on blood pressure medication, raise your risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) if you take diabetes drugs, and increase photosensitivity reactions if you're on photosensitizing medications.
Cumin rounds out the profile with three more. It may increase bleeding risk with blood thinners, raise the risk of low blood sugar with diabetes medications, and theoretically boost the effects of rifampin (Rifadin), a tuberculosis drug.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Original CCF Tea interact with 1,238 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 3 ingredients in Original CCF Tea interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Fennel Coriander Cumin
Ado-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Fennel + Abciximab interactionCuminAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cumin might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cumin + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Fennel + Abrocitinib interactionCuminAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cumin might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cumin + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acalabrutinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CuminAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cumin might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Cumin + Acarbose interactionCorianderAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Coriander + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Coriander + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Fennel + Acenocoumarol interactionCuminAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cumin might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cumin + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderCns Depressants, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Coriander + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CuminAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cumin might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cumin + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionFennelAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionCuminAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, cumin might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Read the full Cumin + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionCorianderCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderCns Depressants, Photosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionFennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionCorianderCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionFennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionCorianderCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionFennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionCorianderPhotosensitizing Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionCorianderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionFennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
FennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionCorianderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Cold Plus Cough, Tylenol Cold Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Original CCF Tea — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
CorianderPhotosensitizing Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Read the full Coriander + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionFennelCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Fennel + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Original CCF Tea with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Fennel
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, fennel might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Animal research suggests that fennel oil has antithrombotic and antiplatelet effects.
Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)
Theoretically, fennel might decrease the levels and clinical effects of ciprofloxacin.
Animal research shows that fennel reduces ciprofloxacin bioavailability by nearly 50%, possibly due to the metal cations such as calcium, iron, and magnesium contained in fennel. This study also found that fennel increased tissue distribution and slowed elimination of ciprofloxacin.
Contraceptive Drugs
Theoretically, taking large amounts of fennel might decrease the effects of contraceptive drugs due to competition for estrogen receptors.
Some constituents of fennel have estrogenic activity.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research suggests that fennel inhibits CYP3A4 enzyme activity. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Estrogens
Theoretically, taking large amounts of fennel might interfere with hormone replacement therapy due to competition for estrogen receptors.
Some constituents of fennel have estrogenic activity.
Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)
Theoretically, taking large amounts of fennel might decrease the antiestrogenic effect of tamoxifen.
Some constituents of fennel have estrogenic activity, which may interfere with the antiestrogenic activity of tamoxifen.
Coriander
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Evidence from animal research suggests that coriander fruit and coriander extract can reduce blood glucose levels. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Evidence from animal research suggests that coriander fruit can lower blood pressure.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, coriander might cause additive sedative effects when taken with CNS depressants.
Evidence from animal research suggests that coriander fruit extract has sedative effects.
Photosensitizing Drugs
Theoretically, coriander might increase the risk of photosensitivity when taken with photosensitizing drugs.
Evidence from in vitro research suggests that coriandrin, a constituent of coriander, has photosensitizing effects.
Cumin
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, cumin might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
In vitro evidence suggests that cumin can inhibit platelet aggregation. Theoretically, cumin might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, cumin might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that cumin can lower blood sugar in diabetic animals. However, research in humans with and without diabetes has found conflicting results.
Rifampin (Rifadin)
Theoretically, cumin might increase the effects and adverse effects of rifampin.
Animal research suggests that an aqueous extract of cumin containing a specific flavonoid glycoside can increase the bioavailability and plasma levels of rifampin.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Original CCF Tea, from the product label.
Banyan Botanicals
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- Banyan Botanicals
- City
- Albuquerque
- State
- NM
- ZipCode
- 87113
- Phone Number
- 1-800-953-6424
- Web Address
- banyanbotanicals.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Original CCF Tea’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Fennel
Interacts with 740 drugsFennel is a Mediterranean herb widely used as a food and spice, and traditionally taken for digestive complaints, colic, and menstrual cramps. Some small studies suggest possible benefit for...
Read the full Fennel monograph → Herb & supplement monographCoriander
Interacts with 717 drugsCoriander (also called cilantro) is a common cooking herb and spice that has long been used in traditional medicine for digestive complaints. As a food it is generally safe for most people,...
Read the full Coriander monograph → Herb & supplement monographCumin
Interacts with 211 drugsCumin is a common cooking spice that has a long history in traditional medicine for digestion and other complaints. Food amounts are generally safe for most people, but the evidence for medi...
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Original CCF 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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
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The 39 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.
Fennel 17 references
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- Zhu M, Wong PY, Li RC. Effect of oral administration of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) on ciprofloxacin absorption and disposition in the rat. J Pharm Pharmacol 1999;51:1391-6.
- Gral N, Beani JC, Bonnot D, et al. [Plasma levels of psoralens after celery ingestion]. Ann Dermatol Venereol 1993;120:599-603.
- Burkhard PR, Burkhardt K, Haenggeli CA, Landis T. Plant-induced seizures: reappearance of an old problem. J Neurol 1999;246:667-70. PubMed
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- Tognolini, M., Ballabeni, V., Bertoni, S., Bruni, R., Impicciatore, M., and Barocelli, E. Protective effect of Foeniculum vulgare essential oil and anethole in an experimental model of thrombosis. Pharmacol.Res 2007;56(3):254-260. PubMed
- Subehan, Usia, T., Iwata, H., Kadota, S., and Tezuka, Y. Mechanism-based inhibition of CYP3A4 and CYP2D6 by Indonesian medicinal plants. J Ethnopharmacol. 5-24-2006;105(3):449-455. PubMed
- 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
- Subehan, Zaidi, S. F., Kadota, S., and Tezuka, Y. Inhibition on human liver cytochrome P450 3A4 by constituents of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare): identification and characterization of a mechanism-based inactivator. J Agric.Food Chem. 12-12-2007;55(25):101 PubMed
- LEVY, S. B. Bronchial asthma due to ingestion of fennel and fennel seed. Ann.Allergy 1948;6(4):415.
- Ottolenghi, A., De Chiara, A., Arrigoni, S., Terracciano, L., and De Amici, M. [Diagnosis of food allergy caused by fruit and vegetables in children with atopic dermatitis]. Pediatr Med Chir 1995;17(6):525-530.
- Trabace L, Tucci P, Ciuffreda L, et al. "Natural" relief of pregnancy-related symptoms and neonatal outcomes: above all do no harm. J Ethnopharmacol. 2015;174:396-402. PubMed
- Denaxa D, Arkwright PD. Fennel as a cause of immediate hypersensitivity to toothpaste. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2020;125(1):99-100. PubMed
- Lee HW, Ang L, Lee MS, Alimoradi Z, Kim E. Fennel for reducing pain in primary dysmenorrhea: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Nutrients 2020;12(11):3438. PubMed
- Mathew T, John SK, Javali M, Vasireddy M, Nadig R, Sarma GRK. Substance use related cluster headache: A case series. Headache 2022;62(7):908-910. PubMed
Coriander 12 references
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
- Swanston-Flatt SK, Day C, Bailey CJ, Flatt PR. Traditional plant treatments for diabetes. Studies in normal and streptozotocin diabetic mice. Diabetologia 1990;33:462-4. PubMed
- Gray, A. M. and Flatt, P. R. Insulin-releasing and insulin-like activity of the traditional anti-diabetic plant Coriandrum sativum (coriander). Br.J Nutr. 1999;81(3):203-209.
- Kanerva, L. and Soini, M. Occupational protein contact dermatitis from coriander. Contact Dermatitis 2001;45(6):354-355. PubMed
- Emamghoreishi, M., Khasaki, M., and Aazam, M. F. Coriandrum sativum: evaluation of its anxiolytic effect in the elevated plus-maze. J Ethnopharmacol. 1-15-2005;96(3):365-370. PubMed
- Ebo, D. G., Bridts, C. H., Mertens, M. H., and Stevens, W. J. Coriander anaphylaxis in a spice grinder with undetected occupational allergy. Acta Clin Belg. 2006;61(3):152-156. PubMed
- Eidi, M., Eidi, A., Saeidi, A., Molanaei, S., Sadeghipour, A., Bahar, M., and Bahar, K. Effect of coriander seed (Coriandrum sativum L.) ethanol extract on insulin release from pancreatic beta cells in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Phytother.Res
- Jabeen, Q., Bashir, S., Lyoussi, B., and Gilani, A. H. Coriander fruit exhibits gut modulatory, blood pressure lowering and diuretic activities. J Ethnopharmacol. 2-25-2009;122(1):123-130. PubMed
- van Toorenenbergen, A. W. and Dieges, P. H. Immunoglobulin E antibodies against coriander and other spices. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 1985;76(3):477-481. PubMed
- Ashwood-Smith, M. J., Warrington, P. J., Jenkins, M., Ceska, O., and Romaniuk, P. J. Photobiological properties of a novel, naturally occurring furoisocoumarin, coriandrin. Photochem.Photobiol. 1989;50(6):745-751. PubMed
- Sastre, J., Olmo, M., Novalvos, A., Ibanez, D., and Lahoz, C. Occupational asthma due to different spices. Allergy 1996;51(2):117-120. PubMed
- Beikert FC, Anastasiadou Z, Fritzen B, Frank U, Augustin M. Topical treatment of tinea pedis using 6% coriander oil in unguentum leniens: a randomized, controlled, comparative pilot study. Dermatology. 2013;226(1):47-51. PubMed
Cumin 10 references
- Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.
- Anliker, M. D., Borelli, S., and Wuthrich, B. Occupational protein contact dermatitis from spices in a butcher: a new presentation of the mugwort-spice syndrome. Contact Dermatitis 2002;46(2):72-74. PubMed
- Dhandapani, S., Subramanian, V. R., Rajagopal, S., and Namasivayam, N. Hypolipidemic effect of Cuminum cyminum L. on alloxan-induced diabetic rats. Pharmacol.Res 2002;46(3):251-255. PubMed
- Sachin, B. S., Sharma, S. C., Sethi, S., Tasduq, S. A., Tikoo, M. K., Tikoo, A. K., Satti, N. K., Gupta, B. D., Suri, K. A., Johri, R. K., and Qazi, G. N. Herbal modulation of drug bioavailability: enhancement of rifampicin levels in plasma by herbal pro
- Jagtap, A. G. and Patil, P. B. Antihyperglycemic activity and inhibition of advanced glycation end product formation by Cuminum cyminum in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. Food Chem.Toxicol. 5-6-2010; PubMed
- Srivastava, K. C. Extracts from two frequently consumed spices--cumin (Cuminum cyminum) and turmeric (Curcuma longa)--inhibit platelet aggregation and alter eicosanoid biosynthesis in human blood platelets. Prostaglandins Leukot.Essent.Fatty Acids 1989;3 PubMed
- Futrell, J. M. and Rietschel, R. L. Spice allergy evaluated by results of patch tests. Cutis 1993;52(5):288-290.
- Boxer, M., Roberts, M., and Grammer, L. Cumin anaphylaxis: a case report. J.Allergy Clin.Immunol. 1997;99(5):722-723. PubMed
- Karimian J, Farrokhzad A, Jalili C. The effect of cumin (Cuminum cyminum L.) supplementation on glycemic indices: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Phytother Res 2021;35(8):4127-4135.
- Tavakoli-Rouzbehani OM, Faghfouri AH, Anbari M, et al. The effects of Cuminum cyminum on glycemic parameters: a systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled clinical trials. J Ethnopharmacol 2021;281:114510. PubMed
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