Thyroid Care Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Thyroid Care 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
Thyroid Care is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for source of dietary iodine, thyroid support, cervical dilation (medical procedure).Based on those ingredients, 242 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are certified organic Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) dried herb extract, certified organic Oatstraw (Avena sativa) dried stem and leaf extract, certified organic Kelp (Laminaria hyperborea) extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Thyroid Care 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
Low disclosure
Thyroid Care contains 3 active ingredients: a proprietary herbal blend (whose specific components aren't listed on the label), certified organic kelp extract, certified organic oatstraw extract, and certified organic horsetail extract. The product also contains menstruum, an inactive ingredient used in liquid formulations.
We don't have detailed information about what the proprietary blend contains, so if that matters to you, reach out to the manufacturer directly.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
The evidence on these ingredients is limited. Oatstraw is likely effective for lowering cholesterol (dyslipidemia) and supporting heart health, but we don't have effectiveness data in our system for horsetail or kelp as they're used in thyroid support.
If thyroid function is your goal, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the research supports this product for your particular situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Oatstraw is generally well tolerated when eaten as food and is likely safe in pregnancy and while breastfeeding, though concentrated supplements are less studied. The most common side effects are bloating, flatulence, abdominal distension, and unpleasant taste—usually mild and often improve with continued use.
Horsetail, however, comes with real cautions: it should be used short-term only in healthy adults, and the safety data advises against it during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Crude horsetail contains thiaminase, which can deplete thiamine (vitamin B1) with long-term use, though Canadian products are required to be certified free of this enzyme.
Horsetail may cause abdominal distension, increased bowel movements, and nausea. We don't have safety data on file for kelp in this form.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take Thyroid Care, double-check your medications against horsetail's interactions: lithium (Moderate—may need dose adjustment), antidiabetes drugs and insulin (Moderate—risk of low blood sugar), diuretic drugs (Moderate—risk of potassium loss), and HIV medications like zidovudine, lamivudine, and efavirenz (Moderate—may lose effectiveness). Oatstraw also interacts with antidiabetes drugs and insulin with Moderate severity.
Use the checker on this page with your full medication list.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you take insulin, antidiabetes drugs, diuretics, lithium, or HIV medications, you need to check this product against your exact prescriptions before starting. Oatstraw and horsetail both lower blood sugar, so that's especially important if you're already managing diabetes.
Talk with your pharmacist about whether this product fits your individual medications and health situation.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 3 active ingredients 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 Thyroid Care, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 606595915851 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 234262 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Thyroid Care by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
Other ingredients: Menstruum
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Formula
Certified organic: Kelp (laminaria hyperborea) dried whole plant. Origin: Canada. Oatstraw (Avena sativa) dried stem and leaf. Origin: USA. Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) dried herb. Origin: Bulgaria.
Formulation
Certified organic: Kelp (laminaria hyperborea) dried whole plant. Origin: Canada. Oatstraw (Avena sativa) dried stem and leaf. Origin: USA. Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) dried herb. Origin: Bulgaria.
Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility
Sugar free
This formula is used to support normal thyroid hormone production.
Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Super concentrated liquid herbal extract
Non GMO
No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free
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.
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.
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free 100% Natural guaranteed
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Thyroid Care 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 Thyroid Care by Herbal Terra
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Other (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Thyroid Care by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Thyroid Care by Herbal Terra contains three ingredients, and two of them have documented interactions with medications.
The most serious concern is horsetail, which can theoretically increase lithium levels and adverse effects—a Moderate severity interaction that may require dose adjustment of your lithium. Horsetail also interacts with antidiabetes drugs and insulin, raising the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), and with diuretic drugs, potentially increasing potassium loss.
Additionally, there are case reports of horsetail decreasing the effectiveness of certain HIV medications (NRTIs like zidovudine and lamivudine, and efavirenz specifically).
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Oatstraw can also lower blood sugar levels when taken with antidiabetes drugs or insulin—a Moderate severity interaction that may increase hypoglycemia risk. In fact, in people with insulin-dependent type 2 diabetes, oats at 100 grams daily for just 2 days have been shown to reduce the insulin dose needed for metabolic control.
Kelp is an ingredient we couldn't check—we hold no interaction data for it. Altogether, these interactions span 186 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Thyroid Care interact with 242 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 3 ingredients in Thyroid Care interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. certified organic Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) dried herb extract certified organic Oatstraw (Avena sativa) dried stem and leaf extract certified organic Kelp (Laminaria hyperborea) extract
Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
How Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractNucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (nrtis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, horsetail might decrease the levels and clinical effects of NRTIs.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionAbacavir, LamivudineEpzicom
How Abacavir, Lamivudine interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractNucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (nrtis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, horsetail might decrease the levels and clinical effects of NRTIs.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oats may have additive effects with antidiabetic agents and might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf Extract + Acarbose interactionCertified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Acarbose interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Pamabrom, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength PMS, Pamprin, Pamprin ES
How Acetaminophen, Pamabrom, Pyrilamine interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Acetaminophen, Pamabrom, Pyrilamine interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Acetazolamide interactionAcetohexamideDymelor
How Acetohexamide interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oats may have additive effects with antidiabetic agents and might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf Extract + Acetohexamide interactionCertified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Acetohexamide interactionAdefovirHepsera
How Adefovir interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractNucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (nrtis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, horsetail might decrease the levels and clinical effects of NRTIs.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Adefovir interactionAlbiglutideTanzeum
How Albiglutide interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oats may have additive effects with antidiabetic agents and might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf Extract + Albiglutide interactionCertified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Albiglutide interactionAlogliptinNesina
How Alogliptin interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oats may have additive effects with antidiabetic agents and might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf Extract + Alogliptin interactionCertified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Alogliptin interactionAlogliptin, MetforminKazano
How Alogliptin, Metformin interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oats may have additive effects with antidiabetic agents and might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf Extract + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionCertified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Alogliptin, Metformin interactionAlogliptin, PioglitazoneOseni
How Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oats may have additive effects with antidiabetic agents and might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf Extract + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionCertified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Alogliptin, Pioglitazone interactionAmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) ExtractPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, laminaria might increase the risk of hyperkalemia when taken with potassium-sparing diuretics.
Read the full Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) Extract + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) ExtractPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, laminaria might increase the risk of hyperkalemia when taken with potassium-sparing diuretics.
Read the full Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) Extract + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCertified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmiodaroneCordarone, Pacerone
How Amiodarone interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) ExtractAmiodarone (cordarone) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining laminaria with amiodarone might cause excessively high iodine levels.
Read the full Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) Extract + Amiodarone interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) ExtractAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, laminaria might increase the risk of hyperkalemia when taken with ACEIs.
Read the full Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) Extract + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmmonium ChlorideAmmonium Chloride
How Ammonium Chloride interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Ammonium Chloride interactionAntidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) InhibitorGlyxambi
How Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, oats may have additive effects with antidiabetic agents and might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Oatstraw (avena Sativa) Dried Stem And Leaf Extract + Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interactionCertified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Antidiabetes, Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (dpp-iv) Inhibitor interactionAtenolol, ChlortalidoneAtenixCo, Tenoret 50, Totaretic
How Atenolol, Chlortalidone interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Atenolol, Chlortalidone interactionAtenolol, ChlorthalidoneTenoretic
How Atenolol, Chlorthalidone interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Atenolol, Chlorthalidone interactionAzilsartan, ChlorthalidoneEdarbyclor
How Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interactionBenazeprilLotensin
How Benazepril interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) ExtractAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, laminaria might increase the risk of hyperkalemia when taken with ACEIs.
Read the full Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) Extract + Benazepril interactionBenazepril, HydrochlorothiazideLotensin HCT
How Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) ExtractAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, laminaria might increase the risk of hyperkalemia when taken with ACEIs.
Read the full Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) Extract + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCertified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionBendroflumethiazideAprinox, Naturetin, Neo-NaClex
How Bendroflumethiazide interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Bendroflumethiazide interactionBendroflumethiazide, NadololCorzide
How Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Nadolol interactionBendroflumethiazide, PotassiumCentyl K, Neo-NaClex-K
How Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interacts with Thyroid Care — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interactionCertified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) ExtractPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, laminaria might increase the risk of hyperkalemia when taken with potassium-sparing diuretics.
Read the full Certified Organic Kelp (laminaria Hyperborea) Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interactionBendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia SerpentinaRauzide
How Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Bendroflumethiazide, Rauwolfia Serpentina interactionBenzthiazideExna
How Benzthiazide interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Benzthiazide interactionBisoprolol, HydrochlorothiazideZiac
How Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionBumetanideBurinex
How Bumetanide interacts with Thyroid Care — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb ExtractDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Read the full Certified Organic Horsetail (equisetum Arvense) Dried Herb Extract + Bumetanide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Thyroid Care with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
certified organic Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) dried herb extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, taking horsetail with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Equisetum myriochaetum has demonstrated hypoglycemic activity in clinical research. In an animal diabetic model, Equisetum giganteum had hypoglycemic effects. It is unclear whether other horsetail species have hypoglycemic effects.
Diuretic Drugs
Theoretically, taking horsetail with diuretic drugs might increase potassium loss and the risk of hypokalemia.
Laboratory research shows that various species of horsetail have diuretic properties. Due to its diuretic effects, there has been concern that taking horsetail along with potassium-depleting diuretics might increase the risk for hypokalemia. However, pharmacokinetic research in humans shows that taking horsetail 900 mg daily for 4 days does not affect urinary excretion of electrolytes, including potassium and sodium, despite having a diuretic effect similar to taking hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg daily. It is unclear if taking horsetail for a longer duration would affect electrolyte levels. Until more is known, use with caution.
Efavirenz (Sustiva)
Theoretically, horsetail might decrease the levels and clinical effects of efavirenz.
In two case reports, patients were found to have detectable viral loads when taking horsetail-containing supplements along with an antiretroviral regimen that included efavirenz. In one case, the antiretroviral regimen included zidovudine, lamivudine, and efavirenz; in the other case, the regimen consisted of emtricitabine, tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, and efavirenz. One month after discontinuing horsetail, the viral loads became undetectable in both cases. The exact mechanism of this interaction is unknown. It is also unclear if this interaction is specific to efavirenz or if it is related to various components of antiretroviral therapy.
Lithium
Theoretically, horsetail might increase the levels and adverse effects of lithium.
Animal research suggests that horsetail has diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, horsetail might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Nucleoside Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors (Nrtis)
Theoretically, horsetail might decrease the levels and clinical effects of NRTIs.
In two case reports, patients were found to have detectable viral loads when taking horsetail-containing supplements along with an antiretroviral therapy. In one case, the antiretroviral regimen included zidovudine, lamivudine, and efavirenz; in the other case, the regimen consisted of emtricitabine, tenofovir disoproxil fumarate, and efavirenz. One month after discontinuing the supplement, the viral loads became undetectable in both cases. The exact mechanism of these interactions is unknown. It is also unclear if these interactions are specific to NRTIs or if they are related to various components of antiretroviral therapy.
certified organic Oatstraw (Avena sativa) dried stem and leaf extract
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, oats may have additive effects with antidiabetic agents and might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Consuming oats can decrease blood glucose in patients with diabetes. In those who require insulin, taking oats 100 grams daily for 2 days reduces the insulin dose required to achieve metabolic control.
Insulin
Concomitant use of oats and insulin might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
In patients with insulin-dependent type 2 diabetes, taking oats 100 grams daily for 2 days reduces the insulin dose required to achieve metabolic control.
certified organic Kelp (Laminaria hyperborea) extract
Ace Inhibitors (Aceis)
Theoretically, laminaria might increase the risk of hyperkalemia when taken with ACEIs.
Laminaria contains potassium.
Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Theoretically, combining laminaria with amiodarone might cause excessively high iodine levels.
Amiodarone contains 37.3% iodine and can increase iodine levels. Concomitant use with laminaria supplements, some of which may contain as much as 1000 mcg iodine, might increase the risk of adverse effects from iodine, including altered thyroid function.
Antithyroid Drugs
Due to its iodine content, laminaria might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Some laminaria supplements contain up to 1000 mcg of iodine. Iodine in high doses has been reported to cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, depending on the individual's past medical history. Taking laminaria could theoretically alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Theoretically, laminaria might increase the risk of hyperkalemia, which could increase the effects and adverse effects of digoxin.
Laminaria contains potassium.
Potassium-Sparing Diuretics
Theoretically, laminaria might increase the risk of hyperkalemia when taken with potassium-sparing diuretics.
Laminaria contains potassium.
Thyroid Hormone
Due to its iodine content, laminaria might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Some laminaria supplements contain up to 1000 mcg of iodine. Iodine in high doses has been reported to cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, depending on the individual's past medical history. Taking laminaria could theoretically alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
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Laminaria
Interacts with 69 drugsLaminaria is a type of brown seaweed (kelp) that is very rich in iodine and is also used in medical settings as a natural cervical dilator. Because its iodine content can be high and variabl...
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Interacts with 86 drugsOats are a well-studied whole grain whose soluble fiber (beta-glucan) can help lower cholesterol and support heart health when eaten regularly. As a food, oats are safe for most people, and...
Read the full Oats monograph → Herb & supplement monographHorsetail
Interacts with 188 drugsHorsetail is a traditional herb most often used as a mild diuretic and for hair, nail, and bone support, but high-quality human evidence is limited. It can cause thiamine (vitamin B1) loss w...
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Thyroid Care'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.
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The 36 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.
Laminaria 9 references
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- Pye KG, Kelsey SM, House IM, et al. Severe dyserythropoeisis and autoimmune thrombocytopenia associated with ingestion of kelp supplement. Lancet 1992;339:1540.
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- Harrell BL, Rudolph AH. Letter: Kelp diet: A cause of acneform eruption. Arch Dermatol 1976;112:560.
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Oats 13 references
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- Pick ME, Hawrysh ZJ, Gee MI, et al. Oat bran concentrate bread products improve long-term control of diabetes: a pilot study. J Am Diet Assoc 1996;96:1254-61. PubMed
- Braaten JT, Scott FW, Wood PJ, et al. High beta-glucan oat bran and oat gum reduce postprandial blood glucose and insulin in subjects with and without type 2 diabetes. Diabet Med 1994;11:312-8.
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- Delgado G, Kleber ME, Krämer BK, et al. Dietary intervention with oatmeal in patients with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus - A crossover study. Exp Clin Endocrinol Diabetes. 2019;127(9):623-629. PubMed
- Sobhan M, Hojati M, Vafaie SY, Ahmadimoghaddam D, Mohammadi Y, Mehrpooya M. The efficacy of colloidal oatmeal cream 1% as add-on therapy in the management of chronic irritant hand eczema: A double-blind study. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2020;13:241-25
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Horsetail 14 references
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- Lemus I, Garcia R, Erazo S, et al. Diuretic activity of an Equisetum bogotense tea (Platero herb): evaluation in healthy volunteers. J Ethnopharmacol 1996;54:55-8. PubMed
- Revilla MC, Andrade-Cetto A, Islas S, Wiedenfeld H. Hypoglycemic effect of Equisetum myriochaetum aerial parts on type 2 diabetic patients. J Ethnopharmacol 2002;81:117-20. PubMed
- Tiktinskii, O. L. and Bablumian, I. A. [Therapeutic action of Java tea and field horsetail in uric acid diathesis]. Urol.Nefrol.(Mosk) 1983;3(1):47-50.
- Henderson JA, Evans EV, and McIntosh RA. The antithiamine action of Equisetum. J Amer Vet Med Assoc 1952;120:375-378.
- Carneiro DM, Freire RC, Honório TC, Zoghaib I, Cardoso FF, Tresvenzol LM, de Paula JR, Sousa AL, Jardim PC, da Cunha LC. Randomized, Double-Blind Clinical Trial to Assess the Acute Diuretic Effect of Equisetum arvense (Field Horsetail) in Healthy Voluntee
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- Ortega García JA, Angulo MG, Sobrino-Najul EJ, Soldin OP, Mira AP, Martínez-Salcedo E, Claudio L. Prenatal exposure of a girl with autism spectrum disorder to 'horsetail' (Equisetum arvense) herbal remedy and alcohol: a case report. J Med Case Rep. 2011 M PubMed
- Cordova E, Morganti L, Rodriguez C. Possible Drug-Herb Interaction between Herbal Supplement Containing Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) and Antiretroviral Drugs. J Int Assoc Provid AIDS Care. 2017;16(1):11-13.
- García Gavilán MD, Moreno García AM, Rosales Zabal JM, Navarro Jarabo JM, Sánchez Cantos A. Case of drug-induced acute pancreatitis produced by horsetail infusions. Rev Esp Enferm Dig. 2017 Apr;109(4):301-304. PubMed
- Vieira GT, de Oliveira TT, Carneiro MAA, et al. Antidiabetic effect of Equisetum giganteum L. extract on alloxan-diabetic rabbit. J Ethnopharmacol. 2020;260:112898. PubMed
- Health Canada. Organism-Equisetum arvense. Available at: http://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/ingredReq.do?id=6117&lang=eng. Accessed 21-July 2021.
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