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Skullcap Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Village Vitality

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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Skullcap 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 is a dietary supplement by Village Vitality 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, Fresh. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Skullcap by Village Vitality

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: skullcap, fresh. It's a liquid extract made with grain alcohol and deionized water.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
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
Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: anxiety, stress, and sleep support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Anxiety, Stress, Insomnia, nervous tension, relaxation, muscle tension.
  • The closest evidence on file: Skullcap is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Anxiety (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Skullcap is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Insomnia, Stress.

The evidence we hold on skullcap doesn't establish that it works for any of its traditionally used purposes. The data rates it as having insufficient reliable evidence for epilepsy, stress, stroke, spasticity, contact dermatitis, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

That means the studies either aren't there yet or aren't strong enough to say whether it actually helps.

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.

Skullcap is often used short-term, but evidence is limited and product quality varies, so use with care. The most common side effects reported are cognitive impairment, digestive disturbances, and sedation — though the information we have is limited.

Mild digestive upset was reported in around 9% of people taking 350 mg three times daily for two weeks. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy.

Because safety is unknown while breastfeeding, it's best to avoid it then too.

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.

Before you take this product, check whether you're on any central nervous system depressants (CNS depressants) — sleep aids, anti-anxiety medications, sedatives, opioid painkillers, or other drugs that slow your brain activity. Skullcap can add to their sedating effects.

Use the medication checker on this page with your exact drug names.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Skullcap is traditionally used for stress and anxiety, but we don't have reliable evidence it works. If you take any sedating medications — sleep aids, anti-anxiety drugs, opioids, or anything that makes you drowsy — talk to your pharmacist or doctor before starting this product.

Definitely avoid it if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

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 May 23, 2024.

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, straight from the product label.

Brand Village Vitality
Barcode (UPC) 788332044915
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 Milliliter(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 23, 2024
DSLD ID 310311
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Skullcap by Village Vitality, 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
30
UPC/BARCODE
788332044915
IngredientAmount% DV
Skullcap, Fresh500 mg--

Other ingredients: Grain Alcohol, Water, Deionized

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: 30 drops in water or juice, 1-3 times daily, or as needed.

Shake well before using.

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of the reach of children.

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

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Skullcap by Village Vitality label

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Skullcap label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Skullcap by Village Vitality

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 container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Skullcap, Fresh

Interacts with
248 drugs
500 mg per serving Form: Scutellaria lateriflora, Fresh

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, Fresh monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Skullcap by Village Vitality Drug Interactions

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248Drugs
248 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Skullcap, Fresh 248

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Skullcap interact with 248 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Skullcap interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Skullcap, Fresh

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Skullcap 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, Fresh1 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, Fresh full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Skullcap, from the product label.

Village Vitality

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Name
Woodstock Apothecary
Street Address
79 Tinker Street
City
Woodstock
State
NY
ZipCode
12498
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Skullcap by Village Vitality: Common Questions

Does Skullcap by Village Vitality interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Skullcap 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 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 pregnant?
No. There isn't enough safety data during pregnancy, so the evidence advises against it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before considering it.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
No. Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so it's best to avoid it. Check with your pharmacist or doctor for alternatives if you need something for stress or anxiety.
What are the side effects?
The most common ones are sedation, cognitive impairment (brain fog or slowed thinking), and digestive disturbances. Mild digestive upset showed up in around 9% of people in one study. Higher doses — 200 mg and above — seem more likely to cause drowsiness and mental fogginess.
Does skullcap actually work for stress?
We don't have reliable evidence that it does. The data rates stress relief as insufficient evidence to rate — meaning the studies either aren't there yet or aren't strong enough to say whether it helps.
Is this safe to use long-term?
Skullcap is often used short-term, but the evidence is limited and product quality varies. We'd recommend using it with care and talking to your pharmacist about how long is appropriate for you.

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The Full Monographs Behind Skullcap’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'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.

See these in context on the Skullcap 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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