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Stevia Liquid Concentrate Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Planetary Herbals

Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Stevia Liquid Concentrate is a dietary supplement by Planetary Herbals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for sugar substitute / sweetener, blood sugar support in diabetes, weight management.Based on those ingredients, 259 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Stevia leaf liquid concentrate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Stevia Liquid Concentrate by Planetary Herbals

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: stevia leaf liquid concentrate, a zero-calorie sweetener derived from the stevia plant. Purified stevia sweeteners (the form used in this concentrate) are recognized as safe in typical sweetening amounts and don't affect blood sugar the way table sugar does.

The product also includes purified water as an inactive ingredient.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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 assessable

This is a single-ingredient Stevia product and its label doesn't state a use — see Stevia's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish that stevia works reliably for diabetes control, blood pressure, or weight loss. Preliminary research in people with type 2 diabetes suggests a single large dose might help briefly after eating, but other clinical studies don't show a clear effect on blood pressure.

The data we have is simply not enough to say whether this product actually works for these uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Stevia

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.

Orally, stevia and its components are generally well tolerated. The most common side effects — bloating, dizziness, headache, muscle pain (myalgia), nausea, and numbness — tend to be mild and often resolve after the first week.

Rare allergic reactions have been reported. Purified stevia in typical food amounts appears safe, but this product delivers supplement-level doses.

Safety data on high-dose stevia supplements is limited, so use caution. Specific pregnancy and lactation safety information is not on file for this ingredient — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance if you're pregnant or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Stevia

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 — Stevia.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 259 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.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you take lithium, blood pressure medications, or diabetes medications. Stevia may affect how your body handles lithium and could increase the effect of blood pressure or diabetes drugs, which may not be what you want.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're looking for a sweetener without calories, purified stevia in this form is generally well tolerated. However, if you take lithium, blood pressure medication, or diabetes medication, you'll want to check your exact medications with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

The evidence that this product works for blood pressure, blood sugar, or weight loss isn't established yet.

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 Oct 21, 2017.

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 Stevia Liquid Concentrate, straight from the product label.

Brand Planetary Herbals
Barcode (UPC) 021078102960
Net contents 2 fl. Oz.; 59.14 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 21, 2017
DSLD ID 79417
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 Stevia Liquid Concentrate by Planetary Herbals, 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:
0.14 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.14 mL
Servings per container
422
UPC/BARCODE
021078102960
IngredientAmount% DV
Stevia leaf liquid concentrate0.14 mL--

Other ingredients: purified Water

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

General Statements

Approved by Michael Tierra L.A.c O.M.D

Stevia Liquid Concentrate is made from the whole leaves, and is concentrated in a base of purified water.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 5 drops in beverages or cooking as desired.

Shake well before using.

Precautions

Note: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.

Do not use if tamper-evident seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

General

PF0296 REV B131

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Stevia Liquid Concentrate by Planetary Herbals label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Stevia Liquid Concentrate by Planetary Herbals

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

Serving size0.14 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container422 Amounts shown are per serving.

Stevia leaf liquid concentrate

Interacts with
259 drugs
0.14 mL per serving

Stevia is a plant-based, calorie-free sweetener that is widely used as a sugar alternative and is considered safe in normal food amounts by major regu...

Stevia leaf liquid concentrate monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Stevia Liquid Concentrate by Planetary Herbals Drug Interactions

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259Drugs
1 Moderate 258 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Stevia Liquid Concentrate 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.

Stevia leaf liquid concentrate3 drug types · 259 drugs

Lithium

Theoretically, stevia might decrease clearance and increase levels of lithium.
Animal research suggests that stevia extracts might have diuretic activity. Theoretically, increased reabsorption of lithium along with sodium might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, stevia might increase the risk for hypoglycemia when combined with antidiabetes drugs.
Preliminary clinical research in patients with type 2 diabetes suggests that taking a single dose of stevia extract 1000 mg reduces postprandial blood glucose levels when taken with a meal. However, other clinical research in patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes suggests that taking stevioside 250 mg three times daily does not significantly affect blood glucose levels or glycated hemoglobin (HbA1C) after three months of treatment.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, combining stevia or stevia constituents with antihypertensive agents might increase the risk of hypotension.
Stevia extract and stevioside might lower blood pressure in patients with hypertension. However, other clinical research suggests that stevioside does not significantly lower blood pressure in patients with hypertension.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Stevia Liquid Concentrate, from the product label.

Planetary Herbals

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Name
Planetary Herbals, LLC
Street Address
P.O. Box 1760
City
Soquel
State
CA
ZipCode
95073
Web Address
www.planetaryherbals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Stevia Liquid Concentrate by Planetary Herbals: Common Questions

Does Stevia Liquid Concentrate by Planetary Herbals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Stevia Liquid Concentrate has a known interaction with 259 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Stevia Liquid Concentrate 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.
Will stevia raise or lower my blood sugar?
Stevia doesn't contain sugar and doesn't spike blood sugar the way table sugar does. However, the evidence we hold doesn't establish that stevia actually *lowers* blood sugar reliably. One preliminary study suggested a large single dose might help briefly after eating, but other research didn't confirm a strong effect.
What are the most common side effects?
The most common side effects are bloating, dizziness, headache, muscle pain, nausea, and numbness. These tend to be mild and often go away after the first week of use. Rare allergic reactions have been reported.
Is this safe to use as a regular sweetener?
Purified stevia in typical food amounts is recognized as safe. This product delivers supplement-level doses, and safety data on high-dose supplements is limited, so use caution. If you have any health conditions or take medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Can I use this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have specific pregnancy or lactation safety data on file for stevia. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant or nursing — they can give you personalized advice based on your situation.
What is stevia leaf liquid concentrate?
It's a concentrated liquid sweetener made from the stevia plant. This form is purified stevia, which is a zero-calorie alternative to sugar and doesn't affect blood sugar the way regular sugar does.

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The Full Monographs Behind Stevia Liquid Concentrate’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Stevia Liquid Concentrate'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 10 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.

Stevia 10 references
  1. Chan P, Xu DY, Liu JC, et al. The effect of stevioside on blood pressure and plasma catecholamines in spontaneously hypertensive rats. Life Sci 1998;63:1679-84. PubMed
  2. Melis MS. A crude extract of Stevia rebaudiana increases the renal plasma flow of normal and hypertensive rats. Braz J Med Biol Res 1996;29:669-75.
  3. Melis MS. Chronic administration of aqueous extract of Stevia rebaudiana in rats: renal effects. J Ethnopharmacol 1995;47:129-34. PubMed
  4. Melis MS, Sainati AR. Effect of calcium and verapamil on renal function of rats during treatment with stevioside. J Ethnopharmacol 1991;33:257-622. PubMed
  5. Hsieh MH, Chan P, Sue YM, et al. Efficacy and tolerability of oral stevioside in patients with mild essential hypertension: a two-year, randomized, placebo-controlled study. Clin Ther 2003;25:2797-808. PubMed
  6. Chan P, Tomlinson B, Chen YJ, et al. A double-blind placebo-controlled study of the effectiveness and tolerability of oral stevioside in human hypertension. Br J Clin Pharmacol 2000;50:215-20. PubMed
  7. Gregersen S, Jeppesen PB, Holst JJ, Hermansen K. Antihyperglycemic effects of stevioside in type 2 diabetic subjects. Metabolism 2004;53:73-6. PubMed
  8. Barriocanal LA, Palacios M, Benitez G, et al. Apparent lack of pharmacological effect of steviol glycosides used as sweeteners in humans. A pilot study of repeated exposures in some normotensive and hypotensive individuals and in Type 1 and Type 2 diabeti
  9. Ferri LA, Alves-Do-Prado W, Yamada SS, et al. Investigation of the antihypertensive effect of oral crude stevioside in patients with mild essential hypertension. Phytother Res 2006;20:732-6. PubMed
  10. Almiron-Roig E, Navas-Carretero S, Castelnuovo G, et al. Impact of acute consumption of beverages containing plant-based or alternative sweetener blends on postprandial appetite, food intake, metabolism, and gastro-intestinal symptoms: Results of the SWEE

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