Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg 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.
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Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg is a dietary supplement by Nature's Answer with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and concentration, digestive upset, hair growth.Based on those ingredients, 372 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Rosemary Leaf Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: rosemary leaf extract at 2,000 mg per dose. Rosemary is an herb traditionally used in cooking and herbal medicine.
The liquid form also includes water, purified alcohol, and glycerin as inactive ingredients to deliver the extract.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
In our data, rosemary is rated possibly effective for memory support. For other uses—including age-related cognitive decline, hair loss (alopecia areata), and fatty liver disease—the evidence isn't established well enough to rate.
If memory is your goal, rosemary may help, but talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether it fits your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Rosemary in normal food amounts is generally well tolerated. At medicinal doses or in concentrated forms, caution is advised.
During pregnancy, food amounts appear fine, but medicinal doses haven't been studied enough—talk with your doctor before using a supplement like this. While breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety data on medicinal doses, so avoid them and consult your healthcare provider.
Side effects are uncommon but can include allergic reactions (especially topically), lip or gum swelling when used in the mouth, occupational asthma in sensitive people, and skin reactions. The undiluted essential oil and the camphor in rosemary may trigger seizures in susceptible individuals.
Some people may also become sensitive to sun exposure (photosensitivity) when using rosemary.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this product, double-check with your pharmacist if you take blood thinners (anticoagulants) or antiplatelet drugs—rosemary may increase bleeding risk (Moderate severity). Also flag any diabetes medications, salicylate-containing pain relievers like aspirin, and any other regular prescriptions, since rosemary may affect how your body processes certain drugs.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Rosemary extract may be worth considering if you're looking for memory support and don't take blood thinners or diabetes medications. If you're on any prescription drugs—especially anticoagulants, antiplatelets, or diabetes meds—check with your pharmacist before starting.
Avoid medicinal doses during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 25, 2025.
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
General information
Key facts about Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Nature's Answer |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 083000009112 |
| Net contents | 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 25, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 326746 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Rosemary Leaf Extract | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Water, Purified, Alcohol, Glycerin
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Formulation
Gluten Free
Gluten-free Absolutely no preservatives
Our alcohol extracts are produced using our cold Bio-Chelated proprietary extraction process, yielding a Holistically Balanced Advanced Botanical Fingerprint extract in the same synergistic ratios as in the plant.
Bio-Chelated Cold Extract Process
Seals/Symbols
K Parve (Kosher)
Formula
K Parve (Kosher)
Rosmarinus officinalis Made from 2,000 mg Rosemary Leaf per serving Low alcohol
Brand IP Statement(s)
Nature's Answer Since 1972 Discover Nature's Answer
Copyright 2018 Nature's Answer
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 mL (28-56 drops) 2-3 times a day in a small amount of water. Shake well.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Warning: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
General Statements
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Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer
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 container15 Amounts shown are per serving.
Rosemary Leaf Extract
Interacts with372 drugs
Rosemary is a fragrant Mediterranean herb that is safe and flavorful in normal food amounts. Some early research suggests possible benefits for memory...
Rosemary Leaf Extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Water, Purified, Alcohol, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer has documented interactions with several medication types.
The most serious concern involves blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs—rosemary may increase bleeding risk because it appears to slow blood clotting. This includes aspirin and other salicylate-containing pain relievers like choline magnesium trisalicylate and salsalate, where rosemary could have additive blood-thinning effects.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Rosemary may also affect blood sugar levels. Animal studies show it can lower blood glucose, so if you take diabetes medications, there's a theoretical risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)—though human research is mixed.
Additionally, rosemary may speed up how your liver breaks down certain medications called CYP1A2 substrates, potentially making them less effective; this is rated Minor severity and hasn't been confirmed in humans yet.
Altogether, these interactions span 371 individual medications. Before you start this product, run your exact prescriptions—especially any blood thinners, diabetes drugs, or aspirin—through the medication checker on this page.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg interact with 372 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Rosemary Leaf Extract
Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine PhosphateAnacin w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAspirin, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine BitartrateSynalgos DC
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Dover's PwdAcedoval, Dovacet
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Dover's Pwd interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAspirin, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Dover's Pwd interactionAspirin, Caffeine, HydrocodoneDamason-P
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Hydrocodone interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Hydrocodone interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, PhenacetinLanorinal
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, Phenacetin interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, Phenacetin interactionAspirin, Caffeine, OrphenadrineInvagesic, Invagesic Forte, Norgesic, Norgesic Forte, Orphengesic, Orphengesic Forte
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Orphenadrine interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Orphenadrine interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, PropoxypheneMargesic Comp. 65
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, Propoxyphene interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, Propoxyphene interactionAspirin, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium OxideBufferin
How Aspirin, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide interactionAspirin, CarisoprodolSoma Compound
How Aspirin, Carisoprodol interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Carisoprodol interactionAspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine PhosphateSoma Compound w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlka-Seltzer Plus Cold
How Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium BicarbonateAlka-Seltzer Pain Reliever and Antacid
How Aspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Citric Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate interactionAspirin, Codeine PhosphateAspirin w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Codeine Phosphate, MethocarbamolRobaxisal C
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Methocarbamol interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Methocarbamol interactionAspirin, Codeine Phosphate, PhenobarbitalPhenaphen
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Phenobarbital interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Phenobarbital interactionAspirin, Diphenhydramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlka Seltzer Plus Night Time Effervescent
How Aspirin, Diphenhydramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Diphenhydramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAspirin, DipyridamoleAggrenox, Asasantin Retard
How Aspirin, Dipyridamole interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Dipyridamole interactionAspirin, Ethoheptazine, MeprobamateEquagesic
How Aspirin, Ethoheptazine, Meprobamate interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Ethoheptazine, Meprobamate interactionAspirin, HydrocodoneAlor 5 500, Lortab ASA
How Aspirin, Hydrocodone interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Hydrocodone interactionAspirin, MeprobamateMicrainin
How Aspirin, Meprobamate interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Meprobamate interactionAspirin, MethocarbamolRobaxisal
How Aspirin, Methocarbamol interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Methocarbamol interactionAspirin, OmeprazoleYosprala
How Aspirin, Omeprazole interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Omeprazole interactionAspirin, OxycodonePercodan
How Aspirin, Oxycodone interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Oxycodone interactionAspirin, PentazocineTalwin Compound
How Aspirin, Pentazocine interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAspirin, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Pentazocine interactionBetrixabanBevyxxa
How Betrixaban interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Betrixaban interactionBivalirudinAngiomax, Angiomax Rtu, Angiox
How Bivalirudin interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Bivalirudin interactionBromfenac SodiumBromsite, Prolensa
How Bromfenac Sodium interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Bromfenac Sodium interactionCabliviCablivi
How Cablivi interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Cablivi interactionCanagliflozinInvokana
How Canagliflozin interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rosemary with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Canagliflozin interactionCanagliflozin, MetforminInvokamet
How Canagliflozin, Metformin interacts with Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Rosemary Leaf ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking rosemary with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Rosemary Leaf Extract + Canagliflozin, Metformin interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Rosemary Leaf Extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, rosemary may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that rosemary inhibits platelet aggregation.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking rosemary with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research shows that rosemary extract can decrease blood glucose levels in diabetic models. However, research in humans is conflicting. Although rosemary powder decreased blood glucose levels in healthy adults, no change in blood glucose levels was seen in adults with type 2 diabetes, most of whom were taking antidiabetes drugs.
Aspirin
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as aspirin.
Rosemary is reported to contain salicylates.
Choline Magnesium Trisalicylate (Trilisate)
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as choline magnesium trisalicylate.
Rosemary is reported to contain salicylate.
Salsalate (Disalcid)
Theoretically, rosemary might have additive effects with salicylate-containing drugs such as salsalate.
Rosemary is reported to contain salicylate.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, rosemary might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that rosemary induces CYP1A2 enzymes. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg, from the product label.
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Sources & How We Checked
Rosemary Extract 2,000 mg'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 20 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.
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