Sage 400 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Sage 400 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.
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
Sage 400 mg is a dietary supplement by Signature Supplements with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for sore throat and mouth irritation, digestive upset, excessive sweating.Based on those ingredients, 1,296 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Sage. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Sage 400 mg by Signature Supplements
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Sage 400 mg is a single-ingredient supplement: one active ingredient, sage leaf extract, at 400 milligrams per capsule. The product also contains two inactive ingredients — cellulose and diatomaceous earth — which are fillers and capsule material.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence we hold shows sage is possibly effective for three uses: relieving menopausal symptoms, lowering cholesterol (high lipid levels), and supporting cognitive function. For postoperative pain (pain after surgery), the evidence leans toward possibly ineffective.
Keep in mind that 'possibly effective' means the research is promising but not yet conclusive — more studies are needed to be sure.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Sage is generally well tolerated when used as a food or as tea for the short term. When taken as a concentrated medicinal extract — like the capsule form here — it should be used cautiously.
The most common side effects reported orally are abdominal pain, agitation, diarrhea, dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. Rarely, sage constituents (especially thujone) have been linked to seizures.
Topical use can cause burning, dermatitis, or pain; one trial participant developed an acneiform skin rash. Avoid medicinal or concentrated amounts during pregnancy because of thujone content; food amounts are likely fine.
During breastfeeding, avoid medicinal amounts — sage has traditionally been used to reduce milk supply, so check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking Sage 400 mg, double-check with your pharmacist if you take CNS depressants (sedatives, sleep aids, some pain relievers), blood pressure medications, drugs metabolized by liver enzymes (CYP3A4, CYP2D6, CYP2C19, or CYP2C9), medications transported by P-glycoprotein, or hormone therapy including estrogen. These are areas where theoretical interactions have been identified in lab work.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Sage may be worth considering if you're interested in menopausal symptom relief, cholesterol support, or brain health, and your doctor approves. If you take any medication metabolized by your liver, use blood pressure drugs, take CNS depressants, or use hormone therapy, you need to check this with your pharmacist first.
Pregnant people and those breastfeeding should talk to their doctor before starting.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 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 Sage 400 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Signature Supplements |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 100 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 338934 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Sage 400 mg by Signature Supplements, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Formulation
Contains no: Chemical Fillers or Binders, Artificial coloring, artificial flavor, preservatives, yeast, corn, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, salt, sodium, soy, sugar, gluten, starch or wheat.
From a GMP Facility
Supports cognitive function and a cooling herb Can help with mental fatigue, focus and mood. Great antioxidant and has traditionally been a useful remedy for excessive sweating.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: For adults, take two (2) capsules daily, more if needed.
Precautions
As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a dry place and avoid excessive heat.
Formula
Sage is great for a variety of health issues.
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Sage 400 mg by Signature Supplements label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Sage 400 mg by Signature Supplements
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Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container50 Amounts shown are per serving.
Sage
Interacts with1,296 drugs
Sage is a common kitchen herb that is generally safe in food amounts and is traditionally used for sore throats, digestion, sweating, and memory. Some...
Sage monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Diatomaceous Earth. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Sage 400 mg by Signature Supplements Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Sage 400 mg by Signature Supplements carries documented interactions with multiple medication types.
The most serious concern is with CNS depressants — substances that slow brain activity like sedatives, sleep aids, and some pain relievers — where sage may increase drowsiness and other side effects.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Sage may also affect how your body processes a broad range of medications. In lab studies, sage has shown the ability to inhibit several liver enzymes (CYP3A4, CYP2D6, CYP2C19, and CYP2C9) and a protein transporter called P-glycoprotein.
If your liver metabolizes a drug more slowly, that drug can build up in your system and become more potent — sometimes uncomfortably so. This hasn't been proven in actual patients yet, but it's a theoretical risk worth checking.
Additionally, sage may either raise or lower blood pressure (depending on which type of sage and your own health), so blood pressure medications need attention. Finally, in lab work, sage showed signs of estrogenic activity, which could theoretically interfere with hormone therapies.
Alaltogether, these interactions span 1,280 individual medications. Before you start this supplement, please use the search tool below to check your exact prescriptions.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Sage 400 mg interact with 1,296 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Sage 400 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Sage
Amphotericin, TetracyclineMysteclin-F
How Amphotericin, Tetracycline interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Sage + Amphotericin, Tetracycline interactionAmprenavirAgenerase
How Amprenavir interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Sage + Amprenavir interactionAntidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) InhibitorGlyxambi
How Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageAntidiabetes Drugs, P-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking sage with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Sage + Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interactionApalutamideErleada
How Apalutamide interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Apalutamide interactionApixabanEliquis
How Apixaban interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageP-glycoprotein Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Sage + Apixaban interactionApomorphineAPO-go, APO-go Pen, APO-go PFS, Apokyn, Uprima
How Apomorphine interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Sage + Apomorphine interactionApomorphine HydrochlorideKynmobi
How Apomorphine Hydrochloride interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageP-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
Read the full Sage + Apomorphine Hydrochloride interactionApremilastOtezla
How Apremilast interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Apremilast interactionAprepitantCinvanti, Emend
How Aprepitant interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aprepitant interactionAprobarbital, Butabarbital, PhenobarbitalTriple Barbital
How Aprobarbital, Butabarbital, Phenobarbital interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCns Depressants, Anticonvulsants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking sage might increase the sedative and adverse effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Sage + Aprobarbital, Butabarbital, Phenobarbital interactionAprocitentanTryvio
How Aprocitentan interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase or decrease the effects of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sage + Aprocitentan interactionAripiprazoleAbilify, Abilify Maintena, Abilify Mycite
How Aripiprazole interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking sage might increase the sedative and adverse effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Sage + Aripiprazole interactionAripiprazole LauroxilAristada, Aristada Initio Kit
How Aripiprazole Lauroxil interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aripiprazole Lauroxil interactionArmodafinilNuvigil
How Armodafinil interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, P-glycoprotein Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Armodafinil interactionAspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #3
How Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAspirin, Butalbital, CaffeineFiorinal
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine PhosphateFiorinal w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, PhenacetinMarnal
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Phenacetin interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine, Phenacetin interactionAspirin, CaffeineAnacin
How Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Codeine PhosphateAnacin w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Caffeine, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine BitartrateSynalgos DC
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Dover's PwdAcedoval, Dovacet
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Dover's Pwd interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Caffeine, Dover's Pwd interactionAspirin, Caffeine, HydrocodoneDamason-P
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Hydrocodone interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking sage might increase the sedative and adverse effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Caffeine, Hydrocodone interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, PhenacetinLanorinal
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, Phenacetin interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Caffeine, Isobutylallylbarbituric Acid, Phenacetin interactionAspirin, Caffeine, OrphenadrineInvagesic, Invagesic Forte, Norgesic, Norgesic Forte, Orphengesic, Orphengesic Forte
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Orphenadrine interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Caffeine, Orphenadrine interactionAspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, PropoxypheneMargesic Comp. 65
How Aspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, Propoxyphene interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cns Depressants +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Caffeine, Phenacetin, Propoxyphene interactionAspirin, CarisoprodolSoma Compound
How Aspirin, Carisoprodol interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 2c19 (cyp2c19) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Carisoprodol interactionAspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine PhosphateSoma Compound w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCytochrome P450 2c19 (cyp2c19) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Carisoprodol, Codeine Phosphate interactionAspirin, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlka-Seltzer Plus Cold
How Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageAnticholinergic Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, sage might decrease the clinical effects of anticholinergic drugs.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAspirin, Codeine PhosphateAspirin w/ Codeine
How Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Sage 400 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SageCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking sage might increase the sedative and adverse effects of CNS depressants.
Read the full Sage + Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Sage 400 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.
Sage
Anticholinergic Drugs
Theoretically, sage might decrease the clinical effects of anticholinergic drugs.
In vitro evidence suggests that common sage (Salvia officinalis) and Spanish sage (Salvia lavandulaefolia) can inhibit acetylcholinesterase and might increase acetylcholine levels.
Anticonvulsants
Theoretically, sage might interfere with the clinical effects of anticonvulsant drugs.
Some species of sage can cause convulsions when consumed in large quantities.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking sage with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
In patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or inadequately controlled type 2 diabetes, common sage (Salvia officinalis) has demonstrated hypoglycemic activity. However, other clinical research in patients with inadequately controlled type 2 diabetes shows that common sage extract does not lower fasting blood glucose levels.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, sage might increase or decrease the effects of antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that common sage (Salvia officinalis) can cause prolonged blood pressure reduction. However, clinical research suggests that Spanish sage (Salvia lavandulaefolia) can increase blood pressure in some people with hypertension. Until more is known, use with caution.
Benzodiazepines
Theoretically, taking sage might increase the sedative and adverse effects of benzodiazepines.
In vitro evidence suggests that certain components of common sage (Salvia officinalis) can bind to benzodiazepine receptors. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Cholinergic Drugs
Theoretically, sage might have additive effects when used with cholinergic drugs.
In vitro evidence suggests that common sage (Salvia officinalis) and Spanish sage (Salvia lavandulaefolia) can inhibit acetylcholinesterase and might increase acetylcholine levels.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, taking sage might increase the sedative and adverse effects of CNS depressants.
Some constituents of sage have CNS depressant activity.
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19.
In vitro evidence suggests that aqueous extracts of sage can inhibit CYP2C19. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.
In vitro evidence suggests that aqueous extracts of sage can inhibit CYP2C9. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6.
In vitro evidence suggests that aqueous extracts of sage can inhibit CYP2D6. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2E1 (Cyp2E1) Substrates
Theoretically, sage might decrease the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP2E1.
Animal research suggests that drinking common sage (Salvia officinalis) tea increases the expression of CYP2E1. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, sage might increase the levels and clinical effects of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro evidence suggests that aqueous extracts of sage can inhibit CYP3A4. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans.
Estrogens
Theoretically, sage might interfere with hormone therapy.
In vitro evidence suggests that geraniol, a constituent of Spanish sage (Salvia lavandulaefolia), exerts estrogenic activity. The clinical significance of this effect is unclear.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, sage might increase levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
In vitro research suggests that common sage (Salvia officinalis) can inhibit the multi-drug transporter protein, P-glycoprotein. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Sage 400 mg, from the product label.
Signature Supplements
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- Signature Supplements
- Street Address
- P.O. Box 1112
- City
- San Clemente
- State
- CA
- Web Address
- yoursignaturesupplements.com
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Sage 400 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 27 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.
Sage 27 references
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- Todorov S, Philianos S, Petkov V, et al. Experimental pharmacological study of three species from genus Salvia. Acta Physiol Pharmacol (Bulg) 1984;10:13-20.
- Perry NS, Bollen C, Perry EK, Ballard C. Salvia for dementia therapy: review of pharmacological activity and pilot tolerability clinical trial. Pharmacol Biochem Behav 2003;75:651-9.. PubMed
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- Perry NB, Anderson RE, Brennan NJ, et al. Essential oils from dalmatian sage (Salvia officinalis l.): variations among individuals, plant parts, seasons, and sites. J Agric Food Chem 1999;47:2048-54..
- Foster BC, Vandenhoek S, Hana J, et al. In vitro inhibition of human cytochrome P450-mediated metabolism of marker substrates by natural products. Phytomedicine 2003;10:334-42.. PubMed
- Burkhard PR, Burkhardt K, Haenggeli CA, Landis T. Plant-induced seizures: reappearance of an old problem. J Neurol 1999;246:667-70. PubMed
- Bommer S, Klein P, Suter A. First time proof of sage's tolerability and efficacy in menopausal women with hot flushes. Adv Ther 2011;28:490-500. PubMed
- Hellum BH, Nilsen OG. The in vitro inhibitory potential of trade herbal products on human CYP2D6-mediated metabolism and the influence of ethanol. Basic Clin Pharmacol Toxicol. 2007 Nov;101:350-8.
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