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Dietary supplement

Osha Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by L.A. Naturals

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

Osha is a dietary supplement by L.A. Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for cough and sore throat, respiratory infections and colds, immune support.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 Osha by L.A. Naturals

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.

This liquid contains one active ingredient: ethically wild harvested fresh Osha. Osha is a plant traditionally used in herbal medicine, particularly in Southwestern folk practice.

The liquid also contains grain alcohol and deionized water as inactive ingredients to preserve and deliver 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 Osha product and its label doesn't state a use — see Osha'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 that Osha works reliably for dyspepsia (indigestion or upset stomach) or HIV/AIDS — the data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for either use. That doesn't mean it does nothing, just that rigorous studies backing its effectiveness aren't in our files.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether Osha fits what you're trying to address.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Osha

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Osha comes with important caution flags. The safety data we have is limited, and wild Osha can be confused with poisonous look-alike plants — source and identification matter a lot with wildcrafted herbs.

The product should be avoided in pregnancy; traditional use advises against it, and it hasn't been studied for safety during pregnancy. Similarly, there's no reliable safety data for breastfeeding, so it's best avoided while nursing.

No adverse effects are listed in our data, but the limited safety profile means you and your healthcare provider should weigh the risks carefully before starting it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Osha

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 the ingredients we checked. Still, because safety data for Osha are limited and it's a wildcrafted plant product, mention it to your doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if you take other herbs or supplements.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Osha may appeal to you if you're drawn to traditional herbal approaches and can source it carefully, but the sparse safety data and pregnancy/breastfeeding cautions mean it's not for everyone — especially if you're pregnant or nursing. Check with your own doctor or pharmacist to see whether it's right for your situation and to confirm proper plant identification before use.

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 Aug 26, 2014.

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 Osha, straight from the product label.

Brand L.A. Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 641356043619
Net contents 1 fl. Oz.; 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 26, 2014
DSLD ID 35112
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Osha by L.A. Naturals, 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:
2 mL
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
641356043619
IngredientAmount% DV
ethically wild harvested fresh Osha0 NP--

Other ingredients: Grain Alcohol, deionized Water

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

SUGGESTED USE: 30-60 drops in water or juice, 2-3 times daily, or as needed.

Shake well before using.

Precautions

WARNINGS: Do not take during pregnancy.

Keep out of the reach of children.

General Statements

Rev: 031001 Plant # K-0001604

MADE IN THE USA

FAST ABSORPTION MEDICINAL BOTANICALS

Amount Per Serving 667 mg Herb Weight Equivalence

Herb Strength Ratio 1:1.5

Seals/Symbols

L.a.(TM)

K PARVE

FDA Statement of Identity

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

Formula

SINGLE HERB IN ALCOHOL

See for yourself

Osha by L.A. Naturals label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Osha by L.A. Naturals

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.

0 NP per serving

Osha is a root from a wild mountain plant native to the western United States and Mexico, traditionally used by Native American and Hispanic communiti...

Ethically wild harvested fresh Osha monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Osha by L.A. Naturals Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Osha. 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 Osha, from the product label.

L.A. Naturals

See all L.A. Naturals products
Name
Palko Services
Street Address
4991 W. US Hwy 20
City
Michigan City
State
IN
ZipCode
46360
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Osha by L.A. Naturals: Common Questions

Does Osha by L.A. Naturals interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Osha. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Osha 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.
Can I take Osha while pregnant?
No. Osha is rated likely unsafe in pregnancy and is traditionally avoided. The safety data aren't there to support use during pregnancy, so it's best skipped. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about safer options if you need herbal support.
Is it safe to use while breastfeeding?
No. There's no reliable safety data for Osha while breastfeeding, so it should be avoided. Check with your doctor or pharmacist about what's safe if you're nursing and looking for herbal support.
How do I know if the Osha in this product is real and safe?
That's a good question — wild Osha can be confused with poisonous look-alike plants, so source and identification are critical. Make sure you trust the supplier (in this case, L.A. Naturals, which notes it's ethically wild harvested), and if you have any doubts, ask your pharmacist or herbalist about verification.
Does Osha actually work for indigestion or digestive upset?
The evidence we hold doesn't reliably establish that it does. Osha is traditionally used for digestive complaints, but the studies backing it aren't solid enough for us to rate it as effective. If you're dealing with indigestion, talk with your doctor about what's proven to help.
What's in this liquid besides the Osha?
The product contains grain alcohol and deionized water — these are preservatives and carriers that help deliver the herb in liquid form. There are no other active ingredients.

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The Full Monographs Behind Osha’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Osha'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.

Osha 2 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. Brinker F. Herb Contraindications and Drug Interactions. 2nd ed. Sandy, OR: Eclectic Medical Publications, 1998.

See these in context on the Osha 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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