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Dietary supplement

Pipsissewa Alcohol Free Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Hawaii Pharm

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

Pipsissewa Alcohol Free is a dietary supplement by Hawaii Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for urinary tract support, diuretic (increasing urine flow), mild inflammation.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 Pipsissewa Alcohol Free 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: Pipsissewa Leaf Extract, Dry. Pipsissewa is a plant extract that's been used in traditional herbal medicine, though modern research on what it actually does is sparse.

The liquid also includes glycerin and water as inactive ingredients to make it drinkable.

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 Pipsissewa product and its label doesn't state a use — see Pipsissewa'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 for pipsissewa isn't established for any of the uses listed on this product — cancer, diabetes, epilepsy, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections all show insufficient reliable evidence to rate. That means we don't have enough solid research to say whether it works or doesn't work for these conditions.

It's been used traditionally, but traditional use alone doesn't tell us if it's actually effective.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Pipsissewa

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.

Here's where you need to pay attention: modern safety data on pipsissewa is limited, so we don't have a clear picture of how safe it really is. The biggest theoretical concern is that chronic use could lead to hydroquinone toxicity — a buildup of a compound in the plant that can cause vomiting, delirium, convulsions, and in severe cases, collapse.

Because safety information is so sparse, the data advises against using this product during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Pipsissewa

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 could check. However, because modern safety information on pipsissewa is limited, check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting this product if you take any regular medications.

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.

Pipsissewa Alcohol Free might appeal to you if you're looking for a traditional herbal approach, but the evidence that it works for any condition is just not there yet. The real issue is that modern safety data is thin, so we don't have a full picture of what chronic use might do.

Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking any regular 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 Aug 24, 2023.

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 Pipsissewa Alcohol Free, straight from the product label.

Brand Hawaii Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 840253641502
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 24, 2023
DSLD ID 300691
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Pipsissewa Alcohol Free 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
840253641502
IngredientAmount% DV
Pipsissewa Leaf Extract, Dry1156 mg--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Water

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

Hawaii Pharm Herbal Extract Highest quality since 2008

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Shake well before using. For adults add about 20-30 drops (0.7-1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) to some juice or water, up to 4 times a day.

Precautions

Warning: We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult your physician before giving to children under 18, during pregnancy, if nursing or taking medications.

Consult your physician before giving to children under 18, during pregnancy, if nursing or taking medications.

May affect the ability to drive and operate machinery. May have contraindications, can cause side effects and adverse reactions. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children!

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

Seals/Symbols

cGMP Made in compliance with cGMP 21 CFR 111 in an FDA registered and inspected facility.

C2H5OH Alcohol free USA Made in United States of America

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

General Statements

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Formula

Chimaphila umbellata

Formulation

Only natural ingredients Purity is laboratory tested and verified

All the raw materials are gluten-free by their nature No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives

Not tested on animals

C2H5OH Alcohol free

Made in USA, Hawaii

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

See for yourself

Pipsissewa Alcohol Free by Hawaii Pharm label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Pipsissewa Alcohol Free 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.

Pipsissewa Leaf Extract, Dry

No known
interactions
1156 mg per serving

Pipsissewa is a North American forest herb with a long history of traditional use as a diuretic and urinary remedy, but modern human research is very...

Pipsissewa Leaf Extract, Dry monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Pipsissewa Alcohol Free by Hawaii Pharm Drug Interactions

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

Hawaii Pharm

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Name
Hawaii Pharm LLC
Street Address
510 Sumner St. Ste. 613
City
Honolulu
State
HI
ZipCode
96817
Phone Number
888-854-2924
Web Address
www.hawaiipharm.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Pipsissewa Alcohol Free by Hawaii Pharm: Common Questions

Does Pipsissewa Alcohol Free by Hawaii Pharm interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Pipsissewa Alcohol Free. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Pipsissewa Alcohol Free 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 this while I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against it. There isn't enough reliable information to know whether it's safe for a developing baby, so it's best to skip it during pregnancy and talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking pipsissewa?
No reliable safety information exists for breastfeeding, so the recommendation is to avoid it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're nursing and interested in herbal options.
Does pipsissewa actually work for UTIs or kidney stones?
The evidence isn't established. While it's been used traditionally for urinary tract issues, we don't have enough solid research to say it actually works for these conditions.
What's the main safety concern with this product?
The biggest theoretical risk from chronic use is hydroquinone toxicity — a buildup of a compound from the plant that could cause vomiting, delirium, convulsions, or collapse. Modern safety data is limited, so we don't have a complete picture.
Is this alcohol-free formula safer than one with alcohol?
The alcohol-free version removes alcohol as an ingredient, but the main safety questions — whether pipsissewa itself is safe with chronic use and whether it actually works — remain the same regardless of the formulation.

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The Full Monographs Behind Pipsissewa Alcohol Free’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Pipsissewa Alcohol Free'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.

Pipsissewa 2 references
  1. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  2. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.

See these in context on the Pipsissewa 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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