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Supercritical Holy Basil Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Natrium Health

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

Supercritical Holy Basil is a dietary supplement by Natrium Health with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for stress and anxiety, blood sugar support, respiratory complaints.Based on those ingredients, 212 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Ocimum sanctum Aerial Part Supercritical Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Supercritical Holy Basil by Natrium Health

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: holy basil aerial part supercritical extract. It's mixed with extra virgin olive oil 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 Holy Basil product and its label doesn't state a use — see Holy Basil'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.

We don't have solid evidence that holy basil works for any of the purposes it's commonly used for — generalized anxiety, asthma, headaches, respiratory infections, dental plaque, or diabetes. The data we hold rates all of these as insufficient evidence to rate, meaning the studies so far haven't been strong enough to say whether it helps or not.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Holy Basil

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.

Holy basil extract is generally well tolerated short-term in adults, but we don't have good long-term safety data. The most common side effects people reported are loose stools and nausea when taken by mouth, and a bitter taste when applied topically in the mouth.

Because animal data raise concerns, the safety evidence advises against using it during pregnancy. There isn't enough reliable safety information for breastfeeding either, so it's best avoided then too.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Holy Basil

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 — Holy Basil.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 212 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 your medications if you take blood thinners (anticoagulants or antiplatelets) — there's a moderate risk of increased bleeding. If you're on diabetes medication, holy basil may lower your blood sugar further.

If you take pentobarbital or other barbiturates, there's a moderate risk of stronger drowsiness.

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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.

This product is for someone interested in holy basil who wants to check interactions with their medications first — especially if they take blood thinners or diabetes drugs. Anyone pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking pentobarbital should talk with their pharmacist before starting.

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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 18, 2023.

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 Supercritical Holy Basil, straight from the product label.

Brand Natrium Health
Net contents 30 mL; 1 Fluid Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 18, 2023
DSLD ID 295297
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Supercritical Holy Basil by Natrium Health, 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:
0.5 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.5 mL
Servings per container
60
IngredientAmount% DV
Ocimum sanctum Aerial Part Supercritical Extract150 mg--

Other ingredients: Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Label statements
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Formulation

Solution

Made in the USA with US and imported ingredients

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Shake well before using.

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one half dropper (0.5mL) once daily.

Storage

Do not refrigerate.

Precautions

Disclaimer: Always consult with a qualified health physician before taking any new dietary supplements.

Warning: Do not consume more than 2mL per day.

Keep out of reach of children. Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, if you have any known or suspected medical conditions, and/or taking prescription or OTC medications.

Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, if you have any known or suspected medical conditions, and/or taking prescription or OTC medications.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Natrium Health Science Powered by Nature

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.

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Supercritical Holy Basil by Natrium Health label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Supercritical Holy Basil by Natrium Health

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

Serving size0.5 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

150 mg per serving Form: Caryophyllene, Eugenol

Holy basil (tulsi) is a traditional Ayurvedic herb most often used today for stress and general wellness, but the human evidence is mostly small and p...

Ocimum sanctum Aerial Part Supercritical Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Extra Virgin Olive Oil. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Supercritical Holy Basil by Natrium Health Drug Interactions

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212Drugs
212 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Supercritical Holy Basil 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.

Ocimum sanctum Aerial Part Supercritical Extract3 drug types · 212 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, holy basil seed oil might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Animal research shows that holy basil seed oil can prolong bleeding time, possibly due to inhibition of platelet aggregation. However, it is not known if this occurs in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, holy basil might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Small clinical studies show that taking holy basil can decrease fasting blood glucose and other measures of glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Pentobarbital (Nembutal)

Theoretically, holy basil seed oil might increase the sedative effects of pentobarbital.
Animal research shows that holy basil seed oil increases pentobarbitone-induced sleeping time. However, it is not known if this occurs in humans or if this applies to other barbiturates or sedatives.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Supercritical Holy Basil, from the product label.

Natrium Health

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Name
Natrium Health
Street Address
8205 S. Priest Dr. #11750
City
Tempe
State
AZ
ZipCode
85284
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Supercritical Holy Basil by Natrium Health: Common Questions

Does Supercritical Holy Basil by Natrium Health interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Supercritical Holy Basil has a known interaction with 212 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Supercritical Holy Basil 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?
No. Animal data raise concerns and human safety isn't established, so the safety evidence advises against it during pregnancy. There isn't enough reliable safety information for breastfeeding either. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your options.
What are the most common side effects?
When taken by mouth, loose stools and nausea are the most common. If you use it topically in your mouth (like a mouthwash), it may leave a bitter taste.
Does holy basil actually work for anxiety or diabetes?
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that it works for anxiety, diabetes, asthma, headaches, infections, or dental plaque. We rate all of these as insufficient evidence, meaning the studies haven't been strong enough to say either way.
What's in this besides the active ingredient?
The extract is mixed with extra virgin olive oil. That's it — no other fillers or binders.

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The Full Monographs Behind Supercritical Holy Basil’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Supercritical Holy Basil'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 8 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.

Holy Basil 8 references
  1. Agrawal P, Rai V, Singh RB. Randomized placebo-controlled, single blind trial of holy basil leaves in patients with noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. Int J Clin Pharmacol Ther 1996;34:406-9.
  2. Sakina MR, Dandiya PC, Hamdard ME, Hameed A. Preliminary psychopharmacological evaluation of Ocimum sanctum leaf extract. J Ethnopharmacol 1990;28:143-50. PubMed
  3. Singh S, Rehan HM, Majumdar DK. Effect of Ocimum sanctum fixed oil on blood pressure, blood clotting time and pentobarbitone-induced sleeping time. J Ethnopharmacol 2001;78:139-43. PubMed
  4. Mondal, S., Varma, S., Bamola, V. D., Naik, S. N., Mirdha, B. R., Padhi, M. M., Mehta, N., and Mahapatra, S. C. Double-blinded randomized controlled trial for immunomodulatory effects of Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn.) leaf extract on healthy volunteers. J PubMed
  5. Agarwal, P. and Nagesh, L. Comparative evaluation of efficacy of 0.2% Chlorhexidine, Listerine and Tulsi extract mouth rinses on salivary Streptococcus mutans count of high school children--RCT. Contemp.Clin Trials 2011;32(6):802-808. PubMed
  6. Vohora, S. B., Garg, S. K., and Chaudhury, R. R. Antifertility screening of plants. 3. Effect of six indigenous plants on early pregnancy in albino rats. Indian J Med Res 1969;57(5):893-899.
  7. Khanna S, Gupta SR, Grover JK. Effect of long term feeding of tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn) on reproductive performance of adult albino rats. Indian J Exp Biol 1986;24(5):302-4.
  8. Somasundaram G, Manimekalai K, Salwe KJ, Pandiamunian J. Evaluation of the antidiabetic effect of Ocimum sanctum in type 2 diabetes patients. Int J Life Sci Pharma Res 2012;2(3):75-81.

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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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