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Pot Marigold Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Pot Marigold is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for minor wounds and skin healing, skin inflammation and irritation, diaper rash.Based on those ingredients, 248 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are certified organic Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) dried flower liquid extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pot Marigold by Herbal Terra

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 Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) dried flower liquid extract. Calendula is a traditional herbal remedy used topically and orally, though oral use carries more caution than skin application.

The formula also includes menstruum, a liquid carrier used to extract and deliver the active plant material.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Calendula product and its label doesn't state a use — see Calendula'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 calendula works reliably for acne, bacterial vaginosis, burns, COPD, liver disease, or radiation dermatitis. We rated all of these as having insufficient reliable evidence to rate.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the research isn't solid enough yet for us to say either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it makes sense for what you're thinking of using it for.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Calendula

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.

Calendula is generally well tolerated when applied to skin, but it can trigger allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to it — especially those allergic to ragweed, chrysanthemums, or other members of the daisy family (Asteraceae/Compositae). Allergic reactions can range from hives to eczema-like rashes.

Rarely, people have reported burning, itching, redness, or scaling when using calendula on the face. Taken by mouth, there isn't enough safety data to call it safe during pregnancy — the data advises against oral use when pregnant.

Reliable safety information is also lacking for oral use in general, so unless your doctor approves, it's best to avoid taking it by mouth. Pregnancy and lactation safety data for oral use aren't on file, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it that way if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Calendula

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Calendula.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • For scale: 248 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 you take this product orally, double-check any CNS depressants you're on — sedatives, sleep aids, anti-anxiety drugs, opioids, and other medications that slow your central nervous system. Although the risk is Minor, it's worth confirming with your own doctor or pharmacist that combining them is okay for you.

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The bottom line

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

If you're using calendula topically and don't have allergies to ragweed or daisy-family plants, it's generally well tolerated. If you take sedatives, sleep aids, anti-anxiety medications, or opioids, check your exact medication list before starting.

Oral use during pregnancy isn't recommended, and oral use in general should be cleared with your doctor or pharmacist first.

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 Sep 25, 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 Pot Marigold, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7429523176116
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2020
DSLD ID 233831
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Pot Marigold by Herbal Terra, 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:
1 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
7429523176116
IngredientAmount% DV
certified organic Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) dried flower liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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Formulation

Origin of plant material: Egypt.

Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility

Sugar free

Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Super concentrated liquid herbal extract

Non GMO

No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Direction Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz of juice or water up to 4 times a day. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Precautions

Caution May have contraindications.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

Formula

Calendula officinalis

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free

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Pot Marigold by Herbal Terra label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Pot Marigold by Herbal Terra

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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

970 mg per serving

Calendula is a flowering plant whose petals are used mainly in skin creams, oils, and ointments to soothe minor irritation and support wound healing....

Certified organic Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) dried flower liquid extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Pot Marigold by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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248 Minor

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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certified organic Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) dried flower liquid extract1 drug type · 248 drugs

Cns Depressants

Theoretically, calendula might have additive effects when used with CNS depressants, although this appears to be unlikely.
Although some animal research has suggested that a saponoside constituent in calendula may have sedative effects, calendula has been used for over 30 years without reports of sedation in humans.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Pot Marigold, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Pot Marigold by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Pot Marigold by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Pot Marigold has a known interaction with 248 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Pot Marigold 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 use Pot Marigold if I'm allergic to ragweed?
No — if you're allergic to ragweed or other daisy-family plants (chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies), you're at higher risk for an allergic reaction to calendula. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it, and consider patch testing first to check your sensitivity.
Is it safe to take this by mouth?
There isn't enough safety data on oral calendula to recommend it without medical approval. It's definitely not recommended during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether oral use is right for you.
What kind of allergic reactions can calendula cause?
Taken by mouth, it can trigger allergic reactions. Applied to skin, it can cause eczema-like rashes, hives, burning, itching, redness, or scaling — though these are uncommon. Patch testing with calendula is recommended before use, especially if you have sensitive skin.
Does calendula actually work for burns or wound healing?
We don't have enough reliable evidence to say it works for burns, wounds, or most other uses listed here. The research isn't settled yet. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you figure out whether it's worth trying for your specific situation.
Can I use this if I take sleep medication or anxiety medication?
There's a Minor theoretical concern that calendula might add to the effect of sedatives and similar drugs, though this appears unlikely based on 30+ years of human use without reported sedation. Still, check your exact medications with your doctor or pharmacist first — they know your full history and can confirm it's okay.

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Sources & How We Checked

Pot Marigold'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.

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The 9 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.

Calendula 9 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. Reider N, Komericki P, Hausen BM, et al. The seamy side of natural medicines: contact sensitization to arnica (Arnica montana L.) and marigold (Calendula officinalis L.). Contact Dermatitis 2001;45:269-72..
  3. Gol'dman II. [Anaphylactic shock after gargling with an infusion of Calendula]. Klin Med (Mosk) 1974;52:142-3.
  4. Paulsen E. Contact sensitization from Compositae-containing herbal remedies and cosmetics. Contact Dermatitis 2002;47:189-98. PubMed
  5. Bojadjiev C. On the sedative and hypotensive effect of preparations from the plant Calendula officinalis. Nauch Trud Visshi Med Inst Sof 1964;43:15-20.
  6. Samochowiec L. Pharmacological study of saponosides from Aralia mandshurica Rupr. et Maxim and Calendula officinalis L. Herba Pol. 1983;29:151-155.
  7. Madisetti M, Kelechi TJ, Mueller M, Amella EJ, Prentice MA. Feasibility, acceptability, and tolerability of RGN107 in the palliative wound care management of chronic wound symptoms. J Wound Care. 2017;26(Sup1):S25-S34. PubMed
  8. Final Assessment report on Calendula officinalis L., flos. European Medicines Agency: Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC). 2018. EMA/HMPC/603409/2017. Available at: https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-report/final-assessment-report-cal
  9. Puaratanaarunkon T, Washrawirul C, Chuenboonngarm N, Noppakun N, Asawanonda P, Kumtornrut C. Efficacy and safety of a facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glaba root extract in the treatment of maskne: A

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