Suma Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herb Pharm
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Suma 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
Suma is a dietary supplement by Herb Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general energy and vitality, adaptogen for stress, sexual health and libido.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Suma by Herb Pharm
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
Herb Pharm's Suma contains one active ingredient: suma root extract, made from Hebanthe erianthos. The product also includes certified organic cane alcohol and distilled water as inactive ingredients to preserve and deliver the extract.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
We have no effectiveness ratings on file for suma in our data, so we can't tell you what the science says about how well it works. If you're considering it for a specific reason, that's worth discussing with your doctor or pharmacist — they can point you toward the best evidence.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Orally, suma seems to be well tolerated, and no adverse effects have been reported in the literature. However, a thorough safety evaluation hasn't been done, so human safety data are limited.
When inhaled as a powder, suma root can trigger allergic asthma symptoms in some people, but that's not a concern with this liquid extract. For pregnancy: there isn't enough safety information, so it's best avoided if you're pregnant.
For breastfeeding: there's no reliable safety data, so avoid it while nursing. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding and thinking about suma, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we hold information on. That said, no interactions documented is not the same as proven safe — if you take any medications at all, it's smart to mention suma to your pharmacist or doctor before you start it.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Suma may be worth trying if you're curious about it and don't take medications — we've found no documented interactions. The tradeoff is that human safety data are limited, and it's not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Check in with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you're in one of those situations.
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 Sep 24, 2019.
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 Suma, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 090700002336 |
| Net contents | 4 fl. Oz.; 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 24, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 203448 |
| 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 Suma by Herb Pharm, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Suma root (Hebanthe erianthos) extract | 680 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: certified organic Cane Alcohol, distilled Water
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use Shake well before using Add 1 full squeeze of the dropper bulb to 2 oz. of water or juice, 2 to 4 times per day. Best taken between meals.
Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children
Storage
Store away from heat & light
General
009
Formula
Hebanthe erianthos
Suma liquid extract "Para Todo"
We prepare our Suma Extract from the root of Hebanthe erianthos plants which are responsibly wildcrafted in the upper Amazon region of Brazil.
General Statements
Optimal well-being
Dry herb/menstruum ratio: 1:4
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Formulation
Gluten-free
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.
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Suma by Herb Pharm label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Suma by Herb Pharm
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container168 Amounts shown are per serving.
Suma root (Hebanthe erianthos) extract
No knowninteractions
Suma is a South American root often marketed as a 'Brazilian ginseng' and used as an adaptogen for energy, stamina, and stress. Human evidence is very...
Suma root (Hebanthe erianthos) extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Certified organic Cane Alcohol, Distilled Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Suma by Herb Pharm Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Suma. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Suma, from the product label.
Herb Pharm
See all Herb Pharm products- Name
- Herb Pharm
- City
- Williams
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97544
- Phone Number
- 800-348-4372
- Web Address
- www.herb-pharm.com
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Suma’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Suma'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 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.
Suma 3 references
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal, 4th ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1999. DOI
- Subiza, J., Subiza, J. L., Escribano, P. M., Hinojosa, M., Garcia, R., Jerez, M., and Subiza, E. Occupational asthma caused by Brazil ginseng dust. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1991;88(5):731-736. 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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