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Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Answer

Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Oct 7, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free 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

Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free is a dietary supplement by Nature's Answer with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anxiety and stress, trouble sleeping, nervous tension.Based on those ingredients, 248 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Skullcap Aerial Parts Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free by Nature's Answer

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 has one active ingredient: skullcap aerial parts extract. It has been studied for conditions including epilepsy, stress, stroke, spasticity, contact dermatitis, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

The inactive ingredients are glycerin and purified water.

Does it work?

No specific claim
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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General wellness

This Skullcap product is marketed for general wellness, not a specific health condition, so there's no single claim to grade — see Skullcap's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets general wellness (“overall health and wellbeing”), not a specific health condition, so there is no single claim to grade against clinical-evidence data.

For every condition we hold data on, the evidence is rated as insufficient reliable evidence to rate. That covers epilepsy, stress, stroke, spasticity, contact dermatitis, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

In other words, we can't say from the data we hold whether skullcap works for any of these uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Skullcap

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.

The safety notes say skullcap is often used short-term, but the evidence is limited and product quality varies, so use it with care. Side effects are not well studied.

The most common reported ones are cognitive impairment, digestive upset, and sedation. A 200 mg dose may cause sedation and cognitive impairment, and one patient on a higher dose reported vivid dreams, though it's unclear whether skullcap caused that.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Skullcap

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?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Skullcap.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • 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.

Double-check any medication that calms or slows the central nervous system (CNS depressants) before taking this product. Interactions with these drugs are rated Moderate, and skullcap may add to their sedating effects.

Your own doctor or pharmacist can review your full medication list with you.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula marketed for general wellness rather than one specific gradeable purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Skullcap may be of interest to people who are looking into it for a specific reason and are comfortable with limited evidence. If you take medications that calm or slow the nervous system, or you're pregnant or breastfeeding, be extra careful.

Talk it over with your own doctor or pharmacist before you start.

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 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Answer
Barcode (UPC) 083000006722
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2025
DSLD ID 326753
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free by Nature's Answer, 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:
2 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Servings per container
15
UPC/BARCODE
083000006722
IngredientAmount% DV
Skullcap Aerial Parts Extract665 mg--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Water, Purified

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Label statements
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FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Formulation

Gluten Free

Promotes overall health & wellbeing

Gluten-Free Alcohol-Free Absolutely no preservatives

Our alcohol-free 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)

Scutellaria lateriflora Made from 2,000 mg Skullcap Herb per serving

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 2 mL (56 drops) three (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.

General Statements

For product information, call (800)439-2324

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Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free by Nature's Answer label

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Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free by Nature's Answer

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container15 Amounts shown are per serving.

Skullcap Aerial Parts Extract

Interacts with
248 drugs
665 mg per serving

American skullcap is an herb traditionally used to calm anxiety and promote relaxation, but solid human evidence is very limited. It is generally cons...

Skullcap Aerial Parts Extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free by Nature's Answer Drug Interactions

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248 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free interact with 248 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Skullcap Aerial Parts Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free 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.

Skullcap Aerial Parts Extract1 drug type · 248 drugs

Cns Depressants

Theoretically, skullcap can have additive effects when used with other CNS depressants.
Animal and clinical research suggests that skullcap can cause sedation and cognitive impairment.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Skullcap Aerial Parts Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free, from the product label.

Nature's Answer

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Name
Nature's Answer
Street Address
85 Commerce Drive
City
Hauppauge
State
NY
ZipCode
11788
Phone Number
(800) 439-2324
Web Address
www.naturesanswer.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free by Nature's Answer: Common Questions

Does Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free by Nature's Answer interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free 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?
Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg 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.
Is this product okay to take during pregnancy?
The safety notes say there isn't enough safety data on skullcap in pregnancy, so it is best avoided. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your individual situation.
Is it okay to take while breastfeeding?
The safety notes say skullcap's safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so it's best avoided. Please talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it.
Does skullcap work for stress?
Stress is rated insufficient reliable evidence to rate, so we can't say from the data we hold whether it helps.
What are the side effects of skullcap?
The most common reported side effects are cognitive impairment, digestive upset, and sedation. Information on side effects is limited, and mild digestive upset was reported in a small number of patients.

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The Full Monographs Behind Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg Alcohol-Free’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Skullcap

Interacts with 248 drugs

American skullcap is an herb traditionally used to calm anxiety and promote relaxation, but solid human evidence is very limited. It is generally considered relatively safe for short-term us...

Read the full Skullcap monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Skullcap Extract 2,000 mg 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 3 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.

Skullcap 3 references
  1. Wolfson P, Hoffmann DL. An investigation into the efficacy of Scutellaria lateriflora in healthy volunteers. Altern Ther Health Med 2003;9:74-8.
  2. Awad, R., Arnason, J. T., Trudeau, V., Bergeron, C., Budzinski, J. W., Foster, B. C., and Merali, Z. Phytochemical and biological analysis of skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora L.): a medicinal plant with anxiolytic properties. Phytomedicine. 2003;10(8):6 PubMed
  3. Brock C, Whitehouse J, Tewfik I, Towell T. American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora): a randomised, double-blind placebo-controlled crossover study of its effects on mood in healthy volunteers. Phytother Res 2014;28(5):692-8.

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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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