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Skullcap Herb Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Way

Skullcap Herb label
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Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Skullcap Herb 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 Herb is a dietary supplement by Nature's Way 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. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Skullcap Herb by Nature's Way

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, an herbal extract delivered in capsule form. The capsule itself is made from hypromellose, cellulose, and silica — inactive ingredients that help hold the supplement together.

Does it work?

Not established
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
Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Skullcap's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Traditional sleep support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Insomnia, Anxiety, Stress, Sleep quality, Relaxation, Nervous 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 for skullcap's effectiveness is insufficient to rate across its proposed uses. The facts we hold show no reliable data supporting its use for epilepsy, stress, stroke, spasticity, contact dermatitis, or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the evidence isn't established in the data we have.

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 we'd recommend using it with care. The most common side effects are sedation, cognitive impairment, and digestive disturbances.

A single 100 mg dose didn't show CNS effects in trials, but a 200 mg dose might cause sedation and cloudy thinking. The safety data advises against it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

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 start, double-check your medications against CNS depressants (Moderate severity) — that's pain relievers, sleep aids, sedatives, antianxiety drugs, and some antidepressants. Use the medication checker on this page to search your prescriptions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Skullcap may interest you if you're exploring herbal options for stress or anxiety, but the evidence doesn't clearly support those uses yet. If you take any medications that make you drowsy — painkillers, sleep aids, sedatives, or certain antidepressants — talk to us before adding this.

We can check your exact medications and help you decide if it's right for you.

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 Jul 24, 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 Herb, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Way
Barcode (UPC) 033674169001
Net contents 100 Vegan Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 24, 2025
DSLD ID 333771
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Skullcap Herb by Nature's Way, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
50
UPC/BARCODE
033674169001
IngredientAmount% DV
Skullcap850 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Silica

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formulation

Traditional sleep support Botanicals are sourced where they grow best Made with the quality you trust

Bottled and tested in the USA

Vegan Gelatin free

Vegan Gelatin free

Traditional sleep support Plant powered

Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org

Gluten free. No salt, wheat, corn, soy, dairy, gelatin, or artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

Formula

Skullcap Herb With 850 mg skullcap per 2-capsule serving

Skullcap Herb 850 mg per 2-capsule serving

General Statements

Explore more products at naturesway.com

50% Bottled made from 50% post-consumer recycled plastic

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2024 Nature's Way Brands, LLC

Seals/Symbols

Vegan Gelatin free

Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & 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

Recommendation: Adults take 2 capsules daily.

Precautions

Warning: Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing. If you are taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use.

Do not consume alcohol or operate heavy machinery while taking this product as it has sedative properties. Safety sealed with inner seal. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.

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Skullcap Herb by Nature's Way label

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Skullcap Herb label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Skullcap Herb by Nature's Way

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container50 Amounts shown are per serving.

Skullcap

Interacts with
248 drugs
850 mg per serving Form: Skullcap, Skullcap, Skullcap

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 monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Skullcap Herb by Nature's Way Drug Interactions

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248Drugs
248 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

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

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

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Skullcap Herb 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.

Skullcap1 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 full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Nature's Way

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Name
Nature's Way Brands, LLC
City
Green Bay
State
WI
ZipCode
54311
Phone Number
1-800-962-8873
Web Address
naturesway.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Skullcap Herb by Nature's Way: Common Questions

Does Skullcap Herb by Nature's Way interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Skullcap Herb 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 Herb 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 if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against skullcap during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for your situation — they can weigh the specifics of your care.
What are the side effects?
The most common are sedation, trouble thinking clearly, and digestive upset. A small number of trial participants reported mild digestive disturbances at higher doses. One person taking a very high dose reported vivid dreams, though it's unclear if skullcap caused it.
Will this help my anxiety or stress?
The evidence isn't established in the data we hold — there's insufficient reliable evidence to rate skullcap for stress. You'd want to talk with your doctor about whether it might help your specific situation.
Is this safe to use long-term?
Skullcap is often used short-term, but 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.
What does skullcap actually do?
Research suggests skullcap can cause sedation and cognitive impairment — that's where its effects are documented. Beyond that, the evidence for treating conditions like epilepsy, stress, or stroke isn't established in our data.

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The Full Monographs Behind Skullcap Herb’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 Herb'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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