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Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Genestra Brands

Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen is a dietary supplement by Genestra Brands with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anxiety and stress, trouble sleeping, colds and flu symptoms.Based on those ingredients, 411 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract, Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen by Genestra Brands

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 3 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen is a liquid blend of 3 active botanical bud and shoot extracts: silver linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract, fig (Ficus carica) bud extract, and olive (Olea europaea) young shoot extract. The liquid is made with purified water, ethanol, and glycerin as inactive ingredients.

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

The label doesn't state a purpose we can grade — see each ingredient's own graded uses on its monograph instead.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for this product's effectiveness isn't established in the data we hold. Fig extract has been studied for constipation, eczema, diabetes, melasma, and vitiligo, but the evidence rates as insufficient to say whether it works.

Olive extract has been studied for osteoporosis, indigestion, respiratory infections, shingles, flu, and osteoarthritis—again, insufficient evidence to rate. No effectiveness data are on file for silver linden in this product.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Linden Fig Olive

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 3 of the 3 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Silver linden is generally well tolerated when used as a tea, but human safety data are limited overall. One case of allergic reaction to linden pollen in tea and one case of skin irritation from a linden extract shampoo have been reported, though allergic reactions are rare.

Fig fruit is safe in food amounts, but concentrated leaf supplements lack safety data; topically, fig leaf can cause a sun-sensitivity reaction called photodermatitis, sometimes severe enough to require hospital care. Avoid excessive sunlight while using fig leaf products.

Olive as food is very safe, but safety data for concentrated supplements are limited. Headache and stomach discomfort have been reported in trials with olive leaf extract.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Linden Fig Olive

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?
  • 2 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Fig, Linden.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 411 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 Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen, check with your pharmacist if you take lithium—fig extract affecting antidiabetes drugs or insulin—or photosensitizing drugs like certain antibiotics or antidepressants. Lithium and blood-sugar medications may need dose adjustments.

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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.

This product may appeal to you if you're interested in botanical support, but check your medications first—especially if you take lithium, blood-sugar medications, insulin, or drugs that cause photosensitivity. If you're taking fig leaf, avoid prolonged sun exposure.

Talk to your pharmacist before starting, particularly if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing a chronic condition.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 3 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 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 Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen, straight from the product label.

Brand Genestra Brands
Barcode (UPC) 883196116812
Net contents 0.5 fl. Oz.; 15 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 23, 2020
DSLD ID 231173
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen by Genestra Brands, 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:
0.28 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.28 mL
Servings per container
53
UPC/BARCODE
883196116812
IngredientAmount% DV
Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract0.09 mL--
Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract0.09 mL--
Olive (Olea europaea) young shoot extract0.09 mL--

Other ingredients: purified Water, Ethanol, Glycerin

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended Dose: Take 10 drops once daily or as recommended by your health professional. Invert bottle to 45 degrees and shake lightly allowing drops to fall directly into mouth or in 1/4 oz of water.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.

Keep out of the reach of children.

This product was sealed for your protection. Do not use if box or contents are open or damaged.

Use only if safety seal is intact.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Silver Linden Fig Olive

General Statements

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Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen by Genestra Brands label

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Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen by Genestra Brands

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size0.28 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container53 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.

Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract

Interacts with
1 drug
0.09 mL per serving

Linden (also called lime flower) is a traditional herbal tea long used to calm nerves, ease cold symptoms, and support restful sleep. Strong human evi...

Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract monograph & interactions

Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract

Interacts with
410 drugs
0.09 mL per serving

Fig (Ficus carica) is a common fruit that has long been used as a gentle food remedy for constipation, and its leaves are used traditionally for blood...

Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract monograph & interactions

Olive (Olea europaea) young shoot extract

No known
interactions
0.09 mL per serving

Olive comes from the same tree that gives us olives and olive oil, and its leaf and fruit contain antioxidant compounds like oleuropein and hydroxytyr...

Olive (Olea europaea) young shoot extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Purified Water, Ethanol, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen by Genestra Brands Drug Interactions

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411Drugs
411 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract 410
Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract 1

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen interact with 411 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

2 of the 3 ingredients in Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen 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.

Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract3 drug types · 410 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, fig leaf might enhance the blood glucose lowering effects of hypoglycemic drugs.
A small clinical study in patients with type 1 diabetes shows that consuming a tea made from fig leaves modestly reduces postprandial glucose levels and insulin requirements.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Insulin

Fig leaf may enhance the blood glucose lowering effects of insulin.
A small clinical study in patients with type 1 diabetes shows that consuming a tea made from fig leaves modestly reduces postprandial glucose levels and insulin requirements.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Photosensitizing Drugs

Theoretically, fig might increase the risk of photosensitivity when used in combination with photosensitizing drugs.
Many cases of photodermatitis from fig leaf have been reported. Some drugs that also cause photosensitivity include amitriptyline (Elavil), quinolones (Ciprofloxacin, others), sulfa drugs (Septra, Bactrim, others), and tetracycline.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Fig (Ficus carica) bud extract full monograph & interactions

Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract1 drug type · 1 drug

Lithium

Theoretically, due to its potential diuretic effects, linden might increase the effects and adverse effects of lithium.
Linden is thought to have diuretic properties. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Silver Linden (Tilia tomentosa) bud extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen, from the product label.

Genestra Brands

Name
Seroyal USA
City
Pittsburgh
State
PA
ZipCode
15275
Phone Number
1-888-737-6925
Web Address
seroyal.com
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Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen by Genestra Brands: Common Questions

Does Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen by Genestra Brands interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen has a known interaction with 411 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Fig extract is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. For silver linden and olive extract, there isn't enough data on file to say either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What's the risk with fig and sun exposure?
Fig leaf contains compounds called psoralens that can trigger a severe sun-sensitivity reaction, especially when you're in the sun. In rare cases, this has been serious enough to need hospital care. The product advises avoiding excessive sunlight or UV light while using it.
I have type 1 diabetes and take insulin. Is this safe?
Fig extract may enhance insulin's blood glucose-lowering effects based on a small study, which could lower your blood sugar more than expected. You'll need to talk with your doctor before taking this—your insulin dose may need adjustment.
What side effects might I notice?
Allergic reactions to linden pollen and fig are rare but have been reported. With olive extract, headache and stomach discomfort showed up in trials. Skin irritation and photodermatitis from fig leaf are possible if you're in the sun.
Does this product actually work for anything?
The evidence for what these ingredients do isn't established in our data. Fig has been studied for blood sugar, constipation, and skin conditions, and olive for bone and joint health, but the evidence is rated insufficient to say they work.

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The Full Monographs Behind Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Linden

Interacts with 1 drug

Linden (also called lime flower) is a traditional herbal tea long used to calm nerves, ease cold symptoms, and support restful sleep. Strong human evidence for these uses is lacking, but the...

Read the full Linden monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Fig

Interacts with 410 drugs

Fig (Ficus carica) is a common fruit that has long been used as a gentle food remedy for constipation, and its leaves are used traditionally for blood sugar and coughs. The fruit is a safe a...

Read the full Fig monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Olive

Olive comes from the same tree that gives us olives and olive oil, and its leaf and fruit contain antioxidant compounds like oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol. Olive oil as part of a Mediterrane...

Read the full Olive monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Phyto-Gen Alert-Gen'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 17 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.

Linden 2 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.

See these in context on the Linden monograph →

Fig 13 references
  1. Gandolfo M, Baeza M, De Barrio M, Anaphylaxis after eating figs. Allergy 2001;56:462-3. PubMed
  2. Serraclara A, Hawkins F, Perez C, et al. Hypoglycemic action of an oral fig-leaf decoction in type-I diabetic patients. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 1998;39:19-22. PubMed
  3. Rubnov S, Kashman Y, Rabinowitz R, et al. Suppressors of cancer cell proliferation from fig (Ficus carica) resin: isolation and structure elucidation. J Nat Prod 2001;64:993-6.
  4. Dechamp C, Bessot JC, Pauli G, Deviller P. First report of anaphylactic reaction after fig (Ficus carica) ingestion. Allergy 1995;50:514-6.
  5. Zaynoun ST, Aftimos BG, Abi Ali L, et al. Ficus carica; isolation and quantification of the photoactive components. Contact Dermatitis 1984;11:21-5.
  6. Lembo G, Lo Presti M, Balato N. Phytophotodermatitis due to ficus carica. Photodermatol 1985;2:119-20.
  7. Bollero, D., Stella, M., Rivolin, A., Cassano, P., Risso, D., and Vanzetti, M. Fig leaf tanning lotion and sun-related burns: case reports. Burns 2001;27(7):777-779. PubMed
  8. Ozdamar, E., Ozbek, S., and Akin, S. An unusual cause of burn injury: fig leaf decoction used as a remedy for a dermatitis of unknown etiology. J.Burn Care Rehabil. 2003;24(4):229-233. PubMed
  9. Munteanu, M. Contact dermatitis to the sap of fig-tree. Rev.Med.Chir Soc.Med.Nat.Iasi 1989;93(3):602.
  10. Lembo, G., Lo, Presti M., and Balato, N. Phytophotodermatitis due to ficus carica. Photodermatol. 1985;2(2):119-120.
  11. Micali, G., Nasca, M. R., and Musumeci, M. L. Severe phototoxic reaction secondary to the application of a fig leaves' decoction used as a tanning agent. Contact Dermatitis 1995;33(3):212-213. PubMed
  12. Bonamonte D, Foti C, Lionetti N, Rigano L, Angelini G. Photoallergic contact dermatitis to 8-methoxypsoralen in Ficus carica. Contact Dermatitis. 2010;62(6):343-8.
  13. Pinto AR, Machado Cunha I, Rebelo Gomes E. Fig Tree-Induced Phytophotodermatitis: A Case Report on the Perils of a Hobby. Cureus 2023;15(7):e41888. PubMed

See these in context on the Fig monograph →

Olive 2 references
  1. Liccardi G, D'Amato M, D'Amato G. Oleaceae pollinosis: a review. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 1996;111:210-7. PubMed
  2. Somerville V, Moore R, Braakhuis A. The effect of olive leaf extract on upper respiratory illness in high school athletes: A randomised control trial. Nutrients. 2019;11(2). pii: E358. PubMed

See these in context on the Olive 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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