Squash Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Squash 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
Squash is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph) symptoms, overactive bladder, eye and skin health (vitamin a source).Based on those ingredients, 1 medication has a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Squash (Cucurbita pepo) dried seed liquid extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Squash by Herbal Terra
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
This product contains one active ingredient: pumpkin seed extract (from Cucurbita pepo). The extract is prepared as a liquid, which makes it easy to dose and absorb.
The only other ingredient listed is menstruum — a solvent used to extract and preserve the plant material.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence is mixed. Pumpkin seed extract is possibly effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — enlarged prostate in men.
For other uses listed — male-pattern baldness, painful bladder symptoms, intestinal parasites, and urinary tract infections — the evidence we hold is insufficient to rate whether it works. That doesn't mean it doesn't; it means larger or better-designed studies are needed.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Pumpkin as a food is well tolerated in most people. For concentrated seed supplements like this one, the safety data is less complete.
The most common side effects reported are abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting — usually mild. There are two rare case reports of hair loss in people who ate bitter-tasting or wild pumpkin (likely due to high levels of natural toxins called cucurbitacins), and isolated reports of severe nausea and vomiting from the same source.
Since this is a concentrated supplement, there isn't enough data on safety during pregnancy or breastfeeding — talk with your doctor before using it if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check with your pharmacist if you take lithium (Moderate interaction — this product might increase lithium levels in your blood, and your dose may need to be adjusted). No other medication interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.
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.
If you have benign prostatic hyperplasia, this extract may be worth trying — the evidence suggests it could help. If you take lithium, check with your pharmacist or doctor first; your dose might need adjustment.
For other uses, the evidence isn't established yet. Talk to us before starting, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any regular medications.
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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, 2020.
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 Squash, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 606595918647 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 235487 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Squash by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Squash (Cucurbita pepo) dried seed liquid extract | 970 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Menstruum
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Direction Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz of juice or water up to 4 times a day. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
Notice This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Formulation
Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility
Alcohol free
Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Alcohol-free liquid herbal extract
Non GMO
No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free
Precautions
Caution May have contraindications.
Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.
Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, dark place.
Formula
Cucurbita pepo
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free
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Squash by Herbal Terra label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Squash by Herbal Terra
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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Squash (Cucurbita pepo) dried seed liquid extract
Interacts with1 drug
Pumpkin is a nutritious squash, and its seeds and seed oil are the parts most often used as supplements, mainly for urinary and prostate symptoms. The...
Squash (Cucurbita pepo) dried seed liquid extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Squash by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Herbal Terra's Squash does interact with one medication type.
The product contains pumpkin seed extract, which has diuretic (water-removing) properties that might reduce how your kidneys clear lithium from your body. This is a Moderate-severity interaction — if you take lithium for bipolar disorder or another condition, your lithium levels could build up, and your dose might need adjustment by your doctor.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
No other medication interactions are documented for this ingredient in our data. Use the medication checker on this page to verify your exact prescriptions, and always let your pharmacist or doctor know you're taking this product if you're on lithium.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Squash interact with 1 drug. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Squash interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Squash (Cucurbita pepo) dried seed liquid extract
Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug)Eskalith, Lithium Carbonate
How Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interacts with Squash — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Squash (cucurbita Pepo) Dried Seed Liquid ExtractLithium Moderate
Interaction Summary
Pumpkin might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Read the full Squash (cucurbita Pepo) Dried Seed Liquid Extract + Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Squash 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.
Squash (Cucurbita pepo) dried seed liquid extract
Lithium
Pumpkin might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Pumpkin is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, this might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Squash, from the product label.
Squash by Herbal Terra: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Squash’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Squash'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 5 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.
Pumpkin 5 references
- Marks L, Partin AW, Epstein JI, et al. Effects of a saw palmetto herbal blend in men with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia. J Urol 2000;163:1451-6. DOI
- Cho YH, Lee SY, Jeong DW, et al. Effect of pumpkin seed oil on hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2014;2014:549721. PubMed
- Vahlensieck W, Theurer C, Pfitzer E, Patz B, Banik N, Engelmann U. Effects of pumpkin seed in men with lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia in the one-year, randomized, placebo-controlled GRANU study. Urol Int 2015;94(3):286-95 PubMed
- Assouly P. Hair loss associated with cucurbit poisoning. JAMA Dermatol. 2018 May 1;154(5):617-618. PubMed
- Gawryjolek J, Ludwig H, Zbikowska-Götz M, Bartuzi Z, Krogulska A. Anaphylaxis after consumption of pumpkin seeds in a 2-y-old child tolerant to its pulp: A case study. Nutrition 2021;89:111272. PubMed
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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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