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Dietary supplement

Tonka Alcohol free Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Hawaii Pharm

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Tonka Alcohol free is a dietary supplement by Hawaii Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for flavoring in food and desserts, fragrance and perfume, cough and sore throat (traditional).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 Tonka Alcohol free by Hawaii 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.

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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: tonka bean extract. Tonka bean is a flavoring agent used in some traditional and culinary applications, but the safety concerns around its coumarin content (a liver-stress compound) mean it's restricted as a food additive in many countries.

The liquid also contains glycerin and water as inactive ingredients.

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 Tonka Bean product and its label doesn't state a use — see Tonka Bean'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 hold no effectiveness data for tonka bean extract in our monograph. The evidence for what this ingredient actually does for your health isn't established in the information we have on file.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Tonka Bean

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.

Tonka bean extract taken by mouth may be unsafe. The most common side effects reported are diarrhea, dizziness, insomnia, nausea, and vomiting.

Rare but serious effects include liver toxicity and heart rhythm problems. Because tonka bean is high in coumarin, a compound linked to liver harm at higher doses, you should avoid this product during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — the safety data advises against it in both cases.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Tonka Bean

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for tonka bean extract. However, because the product is high in coumarin and we hold no interaction data, if you take blood thinners or any medication your liver processes heavily, check with your pharmacist before use.

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.

Tonka Alcohol Free is not recommended for pregnancy or breastfeeding due to coumarin content and lack of safety data. Anyone considering this product should be aware of potential diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, and the risk of liver stress, especially with ongoing use.

Talk with your pharmacist before starting, especially if you have liver concerns or take medications that depend on liver function.

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 Dec 14, 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 Tonka Alcohol free, straight from the product label.

Brand Hawaii Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 840253652904
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 14, 2023
DSLD ID 301009
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Tonka Alcohol free by Hawaii Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
840253652904
IngredientAmount% DV
Tonka Bean Extract, Dry1156 mg--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Water

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

Hawaii Pharm Herbal Extract Highest quality since 2008

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Shake well before using. For adults add about 20-30 drops (0.7-1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) to some juice or water, up to 4 times a day.

Precautions

Warning: We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult your physician before giving to children under 18, during pregnancy, if nursing or taking medications.

Consult your physician before giving to children under 18, during pregnancy, if nursing or taking medications.

May affect the ability to drive and operate machinery. May have contraindications, can cause side effects and adverse reactions. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children!

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

Seals/Symbols

cGMP Made in compliance with cGMP 21 CFR 111 in an FDA registered and inspected facility.

C2H5OH Alcohol free USA Made in United States of America

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

General Statements

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Formula

Dipteryx odorata

Formulation

Only natural ingredients Purity is laboratory tested and verified

All the raw materials are gluten-free by their nature No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives

Not tested on animals

C2H5OH Alcohol free

Made in USA, Hawaii

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

See for yourself

Tonka Alcohol free by Hawaii Pharm label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Tonka Alcohol free by Hawaii 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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Tonka Bean Extract, Dry

No known
interactions
1156 mg per serving Form: Dipteryx odorata Bean Extract, Dry

Tonka bean comes from the seed of a South American tree and is prized for its sweet, vanilla-like aroma in perfumes and cooking. It contains coumarin,...

Tonka Bean Extract, Dry monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Tonka Alcohol free by Hawaii Pharm Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Tonka Alcohol free. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Tonka Alcohol free, from the product label.

Hawaii Pharm

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Name
Hawaii Pharm LLC
Street Address
510 Sumner St. Ste. 613
City
Honolulu
State
HI
ZipCode
96817
Phone Number
888-854-2924
Web Address
www.hawaiipharm.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Tonka Alcohol free by Hawaii Pharm: Common Questions

Does Tonka Alcohol free by Hawaii Pharm interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Tonka Alcohol free. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Tonka Alcohol free 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 while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. The safety data advises against tonka bean during pregnancy because of its coumarin content and lack of safety information. You should also avoid it while breastfeeding due to coumarin exposure and no safety data. Talk with your doctor or midwife about alternatives.
What are the most common side effects?
Diarrhea, dizziness, insomnia, nausea, and vomiting are the most common side effects reported from tonka bean taken by mouth. Rare but serious effects include liver toxicity and heart rhythm problems.
Why is tonka bean restricted in some countries?
Tonka bean is high in coumarin, a compound that can harm your liver, especially in larger amounts. Because of this concern, many countries restrict it as a food additive.
Is this safe to use long-term?
The safety data we have flags tonka bean as potentially unsafe when taken by mouth, particularly because of coumarin's effect on the liver at higher doses. Long-term safety hasn't been established, so you should talk with your pharmacist about whether ongoing use makes sense for you.

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The Full Monographs Behind Tonka Alcohol free’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Tonka Alcohol free'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 4 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.

Tonka Bean 4 references
  1. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  2. Mohler JL, Gomella LG, Crawford ED, et al. Phase II evaluation of coumarin (1,2-benzopyrone) in metastatic prostatic carcinoma. Prostate 1992;20:123-31. PubMed
  3. Marshall ME, Butler K, Fried A. Phase I evaluation of coumarin (1,2 benzopyrone) and cimetidine in patients with advanced malignancies. Mol Biother 1991;3:170-8.
  4. Cox D, O'Kennedy R, Thornes RD. The rarity of toxicity in patients treated with coumarin (1,2-benzopyrone). Hum Toxicol 1989;8:501-6.

See these in context on the Tonka Bean monograph →

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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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