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Tulsi Honey Chamomile Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Organic India

Other (e.g. Tea Bag) Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Tulsi Honey Chamomile is a dietary supplement by Organic India with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and bloating, infant colic, menstrual cramps.Based on those ingredients, 1,087 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Chamomile, Fennel, Organic Tulsi Blend. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Tulsi Honey Chamomile by Organic India

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 4 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Organic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (1.70 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.
  • “Organic Tulsi Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

This tea blend contains 4 active ingredients: fennel, chamomile, holy basil (also called tulsi), and honey flavor. Fennel is traditionally used to support digestion; chamomile is widely known for its calming properties; and holy basil (tulsi) is an adaptogenic herb used in Ayurvedic medicine to help with stress.

The honey flavor adds taste — honey itself is listed as an inactive ingredient here. The product is organic, meaning the herbs are grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Stress relieving and calming.
  • We looked for evidence on: Stress, Anxiety, Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), Insomnia, Nervousness, Tension — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Fennel is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Anxiety (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Fennel is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Insomnia.
  • Also on file: German Chamomile is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Anxiety, Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), Insomnia.

The evidence backing these ingredients is limited. Fennel shows possibly effective evidence for menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea), but evidence for bronchitis and anxiety is insufficient.

Chamomile and holy basil both lack reliable evidence for the conditions listed — anxiety, ADHD, headache, asthma, respiratory infections, dental plaque, and diabetes are all rated insufficient. If you're considering this tea for a specific health goal, the data we hold doesn't establish that it works for most of what it might be marketed toward.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Fennel German Chamomile 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 3 of the 3 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Fennel, chamomile, and holy basil are generally well tolerated as food amounts and in teas. Common side effects are mild: fennel and holy basil can cause gastrointestinal discomfort, loose stools, or nausea in some people; chamomile may trigger allergic reactions in those sensitive to ragweed or related plants.

Fennel and chamomile are rated possibly unsafe in pregnancy due to hormone-like effects and limited safety data. Holy basil is also rated possibly unsafe in pregnancy based on animal data.

For breastfeeding, fennel and holy basil safety data are insufficient — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before use. Chamomile has no safety rating on file for pregnancy or lactation, so there isn't enough data to advise either way.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Fennel German Chamomile 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?
  • 3 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Fennel, German Chamomile, Holy Basil.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 1,088 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.

Before you start, double-check if you take blood thinners (warfarin, aspirin, or prescription anticoagulants/antiplatelets) — this is the most serious concern. Also verify contraceptive drugs, hormone replacement therapy, tamoxifen, diabetes medications, the antibiotic ciprofloxacin, sedating drugs or barbiturates, and any medications your liver breaks down using the CYP2D6, CYP2C9, or CYP3A4 pathways (your pharmacist can tell you if yours do).

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This tea is worth a closer look if you take blood thinners, contraceptives, diabetes drugs, or medications broken down by your liver — check each one on this page first. Pregnant or breastfeeding folks should discuss it with their doctor or pharmacist beforehand.

For most people without those medications or conditions, the ingredients are generally well tolerated, though evidence for its benefits is sparse.

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Assessment coverage: 4 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 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 Tulsi Honey Chamomile, straight from the product label.

Brand Organic India
Net contents 18 Infusion Bag(s); 1.08 Ounce(s); 30.6 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2023
DSLD ID 300159
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Other (e.g. Tea Bag)
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Organic, Halal, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Tulsi Honey Chamomile by Organic India, 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:
1 Infusion Bag(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Infusion Bag(s)
Servings per container
18
IngredientAmount% DV
Fennel0 NP--
Chamomile0 NP--
East Indian Basil0 NP--
Proprietary Organic Blend1.7 Gram(s)--
Organic Tulsi Blend0 NP--
Holy Basil0 NP--

Other ingredients: organic Honey flavor

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Label statements
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Formulation

Stress Relieving & Calming

Certified Organic USDA Organic

Caffeine Free Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org

Gluten Free

Certified Organic by Control Union-CU 801983 Product produced and processed according to NPOP standard of India & USDA-NOP www.controlunion.com

Product of India for export to USA Individually wrapped for freshness

Revered in India as "The Queen of Herbs," Tulsi (Holy Basil) is an adaptogenic herb that has been used for more than 5,000 years to: Aid in stress relief & uplift mood Support the immune system Support the natural detoxification process

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org Certified B Corporation

FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) Lic.No. 10018051002605 India Organic Halal Mumbai India Halal Committee Registration No. 0854 OU (Kosher)

Formula

Halal Mumbai India Halal Committee Registration No. 0854

OU (Kosher)

Tulsi Tulsi Honey Chamomile Tulsi blends harmoniously with aromatic Chamomile blossoms and the essence of honey for a soothing stress-relieving break.

Precautions

To enjoy while pregnant or nursing, consult a physician before use.

General Statements

At the heart of Organic India is our commitment to be a living embodiment of love & consciousness in action. Small Family Farmers: Empowering small family farmers in India to cultivate regenerative, organic farmland Revitalizing communities through fair wages, education, healthcare, access to clean water & job skills training Regenerative Agriculture Regenerating soil health & fertility Improving water retention & sequestering carbon Restoring vibrant health to the environment Healthy Conscious Living Celebrating the interconnectedness of life Cultivating the health of our planet, our farmers & you Pictured on the front is one of our beloved farmers or a family member.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Brewing Instructions: Use 1 infusion bag per cup of just boiled water. Cover and steep for 5-10 min.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

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Tulsi Honey Chamomile by Organic India label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Tulsi Honey Chamomile by Organic India

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Infusion Bag(s) Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Servings per container18 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.

Proprietary Organic Blend

1.7 Gram(s) per serving

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

Interaction report

Tulsi Honey Chamomile by Organic India Drug Interactions

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1,087Drugs
1,054 Moderate 33 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Chamomile 960
Fennel 740

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Tulsi Honey Chamomile 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.

Chamomile9 drug types · 960 drugs

Cns Depressants

Theoretically, German chamomile might have additive effects when used with CNS depressants.
German chamomile has mild sedative effects. Theoretically, concomitant use with drugs with sedative properties can cause additive effects and side effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Contraceptive Drugs

Theoretically, large amounts of German chamomile might reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives.
In vitro, German chamomile has demonstrated antiestrogenic activity. Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of German chamomile might interfere with contraceptive drugs through competition for estrogen receptors.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates

Theoretically, German chamomile might inhibit CYP2C9 and increase levels of drugs metabolized by these enzymes.
In vitro evidence shows that German chamomile might inhibit CYP2C9. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. However, there might be an increase in the levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9 in patients taking German chamomile.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates

Theoretically, German chamomile might inhibit CYP2D6 and increase levels of drugs metabolized by these enzymes.
In vitro evidence shows that German chamomile might inhibit CYP2D6. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. However, there might be an increase in the levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6 in patients taking German chamomile.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, German chamomile might inhibit CYP3A4 and increase levels of drugs metabolized by these enzymes.
In vitro evidence shows that German chamomile might inhibit CYP3A4. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. However, there might be an increase in the levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 in patients taking German chamomile.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Estrogens

Theoretically, large amounts of German chamomile might reduce the effectiveness of estrogens.
In vitro, German chamomile has demonstrated antiestrogenic activity. Theoretically, large amounts of German chamomile might interfere with hormone replacement therapy through competition for estrogen receptors.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)

Theoretically, large amounts of German chamomile might interfere with the activity of tamoxifen.
In vitro, German chamomile has demonstrated antiestrogenic activity.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

German chamomile might increase the effects of warfarin and increase the risk of bleeding.
In one case, a 70-year-old female taking warfarin developed retroperitoneal hematoma and bilateral recti muscle bleeding along with an INR of 7.9 following ingestion of German chamomile tea 4-5 cups daily and use of a topical chamomile-based lotion applied 4-5 times daily.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, German chamomile might inhibit CYP1A2 and increase levels of drugs metabolized by these enzymes.
In vitro and animal research shows that German chamomile might inhibit CYP1A2. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. However, there might be an increase in the levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 in patients taking German chamomile.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D

Fennel6 drug types · 740 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, fennel might increase the risk of bleeding when used with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.

Animal research suggests that fennel oil has antithrombotic and antiplatelet effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)

Theoretically, fennel might decrease the levels and clinical effects of ciprofloxacin.

Animal research shows that fennel reduces ciprofloxacin bioavailability by nearly 50%, possibly due to the metal cations such as calcium, iron, and magnesium contained in fennel. This study also found that fennel increased tissue distribution and slowed elimination of ciprofloxacin.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Contraceptive Drugs

Theoretically, taking large amounts of fennel might decrease the effects of contraceptive drugs due to competition for estrogen receptors.

Some constituents of fennel have estrogenic activity.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, fennel might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.

In vitro research suggests that fennel inhibits CYP3A4 enzyme activity. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Estrogens

Theoretically, taking large amounts of fennel might interfere with hormone replacement therapy due to competition for estrogen receptors.

Some constituents of fennel have estrogenic activity.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Tamoxifen (Nolvadex)

Theoretically, taking large amounts of fennel might decrease the antiestrogenic effect of tamoxifen.

Some constituents of fennel have estrogenic activity, which may interfere with the antiestrogenic activity of tamoxifen.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D

Organic Tulsi Blend3 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 Tulsi Honey Chamomile, from the product label.

Organic India

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Name
Organic India USA
City
Boulder
State
CO
ZipCode
80301
Phone Number
1-888-550-8332
Web Address
OrganicIndiaUSA.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Tulsi Honey Chamomile by Organic India: Common Questions

Does Tulsi Honey Chamomile by Organic India interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Tulsi Honey Chamomile has a known interaction with 1,087 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Tulsi Honey Chamomile contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Is fennel safe to take if I'm on birth control?
Fennel's estrogenic compounds theoretically compete with contraceptive drugs and may reduce their effectiveness. Because this is a Moderate-severity interaction, check with your pharmacist about your specific contraceptive before starting this tea regularly.
Can I drink this tea if I take warfarin or another blood thinner?
No — not without talking to your doctor first. Chamomile has been linked to serious bleeding in someone taking warfarin, and fennel also theoretically raises bleeding risk. This is the most serious interaction this product carries.
What are the most common side effects from drinking this tea?
Most people tolerate it well. Fennel and holy basil may cause mild stomach discomfort, loose stools, or nausea in some folks. Chamomile can trigger allergic reactions — sneezing, itching, congestion — mainly in people sensitive to ragweed or related plants.
Is this safe to drink during pregnancy?
The safety data aren't there to say it's okay. Fennel and holy basil are rated possibly unsafe in pregnancy due to hormone-like effects, and chamomile's safety isn't established either. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether to use it.
Can I take this if I have diabetes and take diabetes medication?
Holy basil in this blend may lower blood sugar further, raising the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). If you're on a diabetes drug, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this tea.
Does this tea actually work for anxiety?
Evidence in our data is insufficient for anxiety with both chamomile and holy basil. While they're traditionally used for calm, we don't have reliable evidence that this tea works for that purpose.

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The 40 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.

Fennel 17 references
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German Chamomile 15 references
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Holy Basil 8 references
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