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Dietary supplement

Vanilla Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

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

Vanilla is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for flavoring for food and drinks, aromatherapy for relaxation, mild digestive complaints (traditional use).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 Vanilla 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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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: vanilla bean extract in a concentrated, dried form. Vanilla's role here is marketed for wrinkled skin, though the evidence for that benefit isn't established in our data.

The liquid is made with alcohol, water, and glycerin as inactive ingredients to deliver the extract.

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 Vanilla product and its label doesn't state a use — see Vanilla'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.

The evidence isn't established. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate vanilla for wrinkled skin—so we don't know yet whether it actually works for that purpose.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Vanilla

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.

Vanilla at food levels is generally recognized as safe for most people. However, this is a concentrated supplement product, and safety data on supplement-strength doses is limited, so caution is warranted.

When used orally at food amounts, vanilla is well tolerated. Allergic responses are possible—including contact dermatitis (itchy, inflamed skin from touching it)—and people with a history of atopic dermatitis (a chronic skin condition) have developed eczema-like reactions.

Workers exposed to vanilla dust have reported headache, dermatitis, and insomnia historically called "occupational vanillism", though those are occupational exposures at much higher levels.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Vanilla

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 for the ingredients we could check. That said, this is a concentrated supplement product with limited safety data, so it's worth a quick conversation with your pharmacist about your specific medications and health situation.

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.

This product has no documented drug interactions, which is reassuring. But evidence that it works for wrinkled skin isn't established, and concentrated supplement doses of vanilla are under-studied.

If you have sensitive or eczema-prone skin, or a history of allergic reactions to vanilla, talk with your pharmacist before starting.

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 Feb 23, 2025.

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 Vanilla, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 6175033268742
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 23, 2025
DSLD ID 325483
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Vanilla by Herbal Terra, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
6175033268742
IngredientAmount% DV
Vanilla Bean Extract, Dry983 mg--

Other ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

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.

Precautions

We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking. May have contraindications and cause adverse reaction.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications. Keep out of the reach of children!

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Formulation

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

Sugar free

Expertly extracted 100% natural Premium product

Organic alcohol

No artificial ingredients, color additives, fillers or binders.

Natural Gluten free

Formula

Vanilla planifolia

Organic alcohol

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

See for yourself

Vanilla by Herbal Terra label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Vanilla by Herbal Terra

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

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Vanilla Bean Extract, Dry

No known
interactions
983 mg per serving Form: Vanilla planifolia Bean Extract, Dry

Vanilla is best known and very safe as a food flavoring, and small amounts used in cooking are not a concern for most people. As a health supplement,...

Vanilla Bean Extract, Dry monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Vanilla by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Vanilla. 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 Vanilla, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

See all Herbal Terra products
Name
Herbal Terra LLC
Phone Number
+18083857868
Web Address
herbalterra.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Vanilla by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Vanilla by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Vanilla. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Vanilla 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 nursing?
Vanilla is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation based on the data we have. But because this is a concentrated supplement rather than food-level vanilla, it's smart to mention it to your OB or pharmacist to make sure it fits your individual situation.
Who shouldn't use this product?
If you have atopic dermatitis (a chronic itchy skin condition) or a known allergy to vanilla, you should be cautious—vanilla can trigger eczema-like reactions and contact dermatitis. Talk with your pharmacist first.
Will this actually reduce wrinkles?
The evidence isn't established. We don't have reliable data showing whether vanilla actually works for wrinkled skin, so we can't say whether it will help.
What are the side effects?
At food levels, vanilla is well tolerated. At supplement doses, data is limited. Allergic responses including contact dermatitis (itchy, inflamed skin) are possible, and some people may experience headache or insomnia—though those have been reported mainly in workers with prolonged occupational exposure.
Is this safe to use long-term?
Vanilla at food levels is generally recognized as safe, but long-term safety data on concentrated supplement doses is sparse. If you plan to use it regularly, check in with your pharmacist to make sure it's right for you.

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Vanilla label
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The Full Monographs Behind Vanilla’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Vanilla'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 5 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.

Vanilla 5 references
  1. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
  2. Kanny, G., Hatahet, R., Moneret-Vautrin, D. A., Kohler, C., and Bellut, A. Allergy and intolerance to flavouring agents in atopic dermatitis in young children. Allerg.Immunol (Paris) 1994;26(6):204-210.
  3. Ferguson, J. E. and Beck, M. H. Contact sensitivity to vanilla in a lip salve. Contact Dermatitis 1995;33(5):352. PubMed
  4. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS): Vanillin (CAS #121-33-5). Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh-rtecs/YW581E98.html. Updated November 16,2018. Accessed October
  5. Bacqueville D, Maret A, Noizet M, et al. Efficacy of a dermocosmetic serum combining bakuchiol and vanilla tahitensis extract to prevent skin photoaging in vitro and to improve clinical outcomes for naturally aged skin. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2020

See these in context on the Vanilla 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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