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Dietary supplement

Orris Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Hawaii Pharm

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Orris is a dietary supplement by Hawaii Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for fragrance and flavoring (perfumes, gin, cosmetics), traditional remedy for coughs and congestion, skin and breath freshening.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Orris by Hawaii Pharm

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: certified organic orris extract, delivered in a liquid form with vegetable palm glycerin and pharmaceutical-grade alcohol as inactive carriers.

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 Orris product and its label doesn't state a use — see Orris'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 doesn't establish effectiveness for any of the uses orris is marketed for — acne, aging skin, headache, respiratory tract infections, or diabetes. In each case, the data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means large, rigorous studies backing these claims aren't in our files.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Orris

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.

Orris is mostly used as a fragrance, and internal use has limited human safety data. The fresh root and root juice can cause severe irritation to your skin, mouth, and digestive tract — including abdominal pain, vomiting, and bloody diarrhea if swallowed.

A case of allergic contact dermatitis has been reported in someone using a facial cream with orris extract. Because safety information is incomplete, the data advises against medicinal use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Orris

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for orris extract. That's not a guarantee none exist.

Check your exact medications with the tool on this page or ask your pharmacist before you start, especially if you take medications for digestion, skin, or breathing.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Orris extract is marketed for several uses, but we don't have evidence it works for any of them. More importantly, the fresh root carries real risks of skin and digestive irritation, and internal safety data are sparse.

If you're thinking about taking this, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist first — they can weigh whether it makes sense for you and watch for side effects.

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 Oct 23, 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 Orris, straight from the product label.

Brand Hawaii Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 650905464577
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 23, 2020
DSLD ID 237539
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 Orris by Hawaii Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
650905464577
IngredientAmount% DV
certified organic Orris extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Palm Glycerin, pharmaceutical grade Alcohol

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Label statements
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General Statements

Hawaii Pharm Herbal Extract Highest quality since 2008

Made with Aloha!

Formulation

Contains no GMO, gluten, artificial colors, heavy metals, preservatives, pesticides, fertilizers.

Super concentrated liquid herbal extract. Dry herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3.

Manufactured in an FDA registered facility.

Non GMO Gluten free

Made in USA, Hawaii

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: Shake well before using. Take about 20-30 drops (0.7-1 ml, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) to 2-4 oz of juice or water up to 4 times per day.

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of the reach of children.

May have contraindications. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing or taking any medications.

Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

Formula

(Iris germanica)

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Dietary Supplement

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.

Seals/Symbols

FDA Registered Facility Made in United States of America USA

See for yourself

Orris by Hawaii Pharm label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Orris by Hawaii Pharm

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

Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Certified organic Orris extract

No known
interactions
970 mg per serving

Orris is the dried, aged rhizome of certain iris species, valued mainly for its violet-like scent in perfumes, cosmetics, and flavorings rather than f...

Certified organic Orris extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Palm Glycerin, Pharmaceutical grade Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Orris by Hawaii Pharm Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Orris. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Orris, from the product label.

Hawaii Pharm

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Name
Hawaii Pharm LLC
City
Honolulu
State
HI
ZipCode
96815
Web Address
www.hawaiipharm.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Orris by Hawaii Pharm: Common Questions

Does Orris by Hawaii Pharm interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Orris. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Orris 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.
What is orris used for?
Orris is mostly known as a fragrance. It's been marketed for acne, aging skin, headache, respiratory infections, and diabetes, but we don't have reliable evidence it works for any of these. If you're considering it for a specific health reason, talk with your pharmacist first.
Can I use orris if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against medicinal use of orris during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice based on your situation.
What are the side effects of orris?
The fresh root and juice can cause severe irritation to your skin, mouth, and digestive tract. If you swallow it, you may experience abdominal pain, vomiting, and bloody diarrhea. A case of allergic contact dermatitis has also been reported.
Why does the label say 'Mostly used as a fragrance'?
Orris is primarily known for its fragrance in perfumes and cosmetics. Human safety data for internal medicinal use are limited, so that caution appears on products marketed for health purposes.

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The Full Monographs Behind Orris’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Orris'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 3 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.

Orris 3 references
  1. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  2. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  3. Baudy A, Samaran Q, Dereure O, Raison-Peyron N. Allergic contact dermatitis to Iris germanica root in a "natural" cosmetic. Contact Dermatitis 2021;85(1):111-112.

See these in context on the Orris 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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