Viragen Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Viragen 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
Viragen is a dietary supplement by Terry Naturally with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for cough and respiratory congestion, sore throat, digestive upset.Based on those ingredients, 916 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Thyme (Thymus satureioides) flower oil, Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora) leaf oil, Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis) leaf oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Viragen by Terry Naturally
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
Viragen contains four active ingredients: thyme flower oil, ravintsara (camphor) leaf oil, myrtle leaf oil, and bay laurel leaf oil, mixed in a base of extra virgin olive oil and encapsulated in gelatin softgels. Thyme is traditionally used for respiratory support.
Ravintsara is included for its pain-relieving and itch-reducing properties. Myrtle and bay laurel are traditional botanical oils, though the evidence for their specific uses in this formula isn't established in the data we have on file.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
The evidence for this product is mixed and limited. Ravintsara (camphor) is rated likely effective for acute pain and itching.
Thyme, myrtle, and bay laurel lack established evidence — the data we hold rates thyme's use for bronchitis, aging skin, and colds as having insufficient reliable evidence, and similarly rates myrtle for acne, infections, and digestive complaints as insufficient. This doesn't mean these ingredients don't work; it means the clinical evidence isn't strong enough to draw firm conclusions.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
When used as directed in a softgel, these ingredients are generally well tolerated. Thyme taken orally may cause allergic reactions, heartburn, nausea, dizziness, or headache in some people, and topical use can cause contact dermatitis.
Ravintsara (camphor) is unsafe if swallowed in quantity — it can cause serious toxicity including neurological and cardiac effects — but topical use in regulated amounts is generally tolerated. Myrtle has limited safety data; topically it may cause dry skin, and intravaginally it may cause irritation and dryness.
For pregnancy and breastfeeding: ravintsara is rated unsafe in pregnancy and lactation. Myrtle is rated likely unsafe in pregnancy and the safety data advises against use while breastfeeding.
Thyme is rated likely safe. If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking Viragen, double-check if you use any hepatotoxic drugs (drugs that can damage the liver), blood thinners or antiplatelet medications, estrogen replacement therapy, anticholinergic drugs (for overactive bladder, Parkinson's), or cholinergic drugs (for myasthenia gravis or Alzheimer's disease). Use the medication checker on this page to verify your specific drugs.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Viragen is a multi-ingredient botanical formula with some documented interactions, particularly with blood thinners, estrogen therapy, liver-damaging drugs, and certain neurological medications. If you take any prescription medications, check them against the interaction tool before starting.
Pregnant or nursing individuals should discuss this product with their pharmacist, as two of its ingredients carry safety concerns in those situations.
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Assessment coverage: 4 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 22, 2015.
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 Viragen, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Terry Naturally |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 367703303235 |
| Net contents | 30 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Oct 22, 2015 |
| DSLD ID | 51718 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Viragen by Terry Naturally, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Formula | 200 mg | -- |
| Thyme (Thymus satureioides) flower oil | 0 NP | -- |
| Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora) leaf oil | 0 NP | -- |
| Myrtle (Myrtus communis) leaf oil | 0 NP | -- |
| Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis) leaf oil | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: extra virgin Olive Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Water
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These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
General Statements
UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED
- Provides strong immune defense support - Supports bronchial airways - Supports energy levels and a feeling of well-being*
These plant oils are 75 to 100 times more concentrated than dry herbs.
Powerful Immune Support* For Your Good Health Terry
Product of Belgium
Brand IP Statement(s)
Viragen provides a synergistic blend of powerful, plant oils that have traditionally been used to support immune health and well-being.*
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendations: 1 softgel daily. May increase to 1 softgel three times daily if desired.
Precautions
If pregnant or nursing, consult a healthcare practitioner before using.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
* THESE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE.
General
JC 34 91 + 3(5,6)EP L30323.06
Formulation
No sugar, salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, dairy products, artificial coloring, artificial flavoring, or artificial preservatives. NON-GMO
Seals/Symbols
Terry Naturally EuroPharma
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
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Viragen by Terry Naturally 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 Viragen by Terry Naturally
These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container30 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: Extra virgin Olive Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Viragen by Terry Naturally Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Viragen by Terry Naturally contains three ingredients we could check for interactions, and together they affect a broad range of medications.
The most serious concern is ravintsara (camphor), which may increase the risk of liver damage if taken alongside other hepatotoxic drugs — drugs that can harm the liver. This is a moderate-severity interaction based on case reports of liver enzyme changes after camphor use.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Thyme carries moderate-severity interactions with estrogens, blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs), and certain neurological medications. The estrogen concern is theoretical — thyme has estrogen-like activity in lab studies but this hasn't been observed in people.
Similarly, thyme's antiplatelet effects are suggested by animal and lab work but unconfirmed in humans. Thyme may also interfere with anticholinergic drugs (used for conditions like overactive bladder and Parkinson's disease) or add to the effects of cholinergic drugs (used for myasthenia gravis and Alzheimer's disease), though again these are theoretical risks.
Myrtle has no documented interactions in our data. We could not check bay laurel, as we hold no interaction data for it.
Altogether, these interactions span 677 individual medications. Before you start Viragen, use the medication checker on this page to look up any prescription or over-the-counter drugs you take.
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Go to the checkerIngredients driving the most interactions
Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Viragen interact with 916 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 4 ingredients in Viragen interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Thyme (Thymus satureioides) flower oil Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora) leaf oil Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis) leaf oil
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, LamivudineTriumeq
How Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Abacavir Sulfate, Dolutegravir, Lamivudine interactionAbacavir, LamivudineEpzicom
How Abacavir, Lamivudine interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Abacavir, Lamivudine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, thyme leaf extract might have additive effects with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Abciximab interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, thyme leaf extract might have additive effects with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of bay leaf with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acarbose interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, thyme leaf extract might have additive effects with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Acenocoumarol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilCns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of sedatives.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acepromazine interactionThyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticholinergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of anticholinergic drugs and thyme essential oil might reduce the effects of anticholinergic drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, thyme leaf extract might have additive effects with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, thyme leaf extract might have additive effects with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionBay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilNarcotic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of narcotics.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilCns Depressants, Narcotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of sedatives.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilNarcotic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of narcotics.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Viragen — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilNarcotic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of narcotics.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionThyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticholinergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of anticholinergic drugs and thyme essential oil might reduce the effects of anticholinergic drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilCns Depressants, Narcotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of sedatives.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilNarcotic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of narcotics.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionBay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilCns Depressants, Narcotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of sedatives.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Viragen — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionThyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticholinergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of anticholinergic drugs and thyme essential oil might reduce the effects of anticholinergic drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticholinergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of anticholinergic drugs and thyme essential oil might reduce the effects of anticholinergic drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Viragen — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionBay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf OilNarcotic Drugs, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of narcotics.
Read the full Bay Laurel (laurus Nobilis) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionThyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticholinergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of anticholinergic drugs and thyme essential oil might reduce the effects of anticholinergic drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Viragen — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower OilAnticholinergic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of anticholinergic drugs and thyme essential oil might reduce the effects of anticholinergic drugs.
Read the full Thyme (thymus Satureioides) Flower Oil + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionRavintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
Read the full Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf Oil + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
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Ravintsara (cinnamomum Camphora) Leaf OilHepatotoxic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
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Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concurrent use of anticholinergic drugs and thyme essential oil might reduce the effects of anticholinergic drugs.
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Thyme (Thymus satureioides) flower oil
Anticholinergic Drugs
Theoretically, concurrent use of anticholinergic drugs and thyme essential oil might reduce the effects of anticholinergic drugs.
In vitro evidence suggests that thyme essential oil and specific essential oil constituents like thymohydroquinone and carvacrol can inhibit acetylcholinesterase (AChE). However, this effect has not been observed in humans.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, thyme leaf extract might have additive effects with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that thyme leaf extract has antiplatelet effects. However, this effect has not been observed in humans.
Cholinergic Drugs
Theoretically, concurrent use of cholinergic drugs and thyme essential oil might cause additive cholinergic effects.
In vitro evidence suggests that thyme essential oil and specific essential oil constituents like thymohydroquinone and carvacrol can inhibit acetylcholinesterase (AChE). However, this effect has not been observed in humans.
Estrogens
Theoretically, thyme might competitively inhibit the effects of estrogen replacement therapy.
In vitro research shows that thyme has estrogen receptor-binding activity and phytoestrogen content. However, this effect has not been observed in humans.
Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora) leaf oil
Hepatotoxic Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of camphor with other hepatotoxic drugs might increase the risk of liver damage.
There have been a few case reports of transient elevations in liver enzymes in adults after oral or topical use of camphor. There has also been one case of hepatotoxicity in an infant after topical camphor use.
Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis) leaf oil
Antidiabetes Drugs
Concomitant use of bay leaf with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Preliminary clinical research shows that bay leaf can lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes who are already taking antidiabetes medication. Advise patients to monitor glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments may be necessary.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of sedatives.
Bay leaf contains methyl eugenol. Animal research shows that methyl eugenol has sedative properties. Avoid concomitant use.
Narcotic Drugs
Theoretically, taking bay leaf in large amounts may enhance the therapeutic and adverse effects of narcotics. Avoid concomitant use.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Viragen, from the product label.
Terry Naturally
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- EuroPharma, Inc.
- City
- Green Bay
- State
- WI
- ZipCode
- 54311
- Phone Number
- (866) 807-2731
- Web Address
- www.EuroPharmaUSA.com
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Thyme
Interacts with 379 drugsThyme is a common kitchen herb that has long been used for coughs, sore throats, and digestive complaints. It is generally safe in the amounts found in food, and some cough products that com...
Read the full Thyme monograph → Herb & supplement monographCamphor
Interacts with 370 drugsCamphor is a strong-smelling compound from the camphor tree (or made synthetically) that is used in many topical rub-on products for muscle aches, itching, and chest congestion. It can be he...
Read the full Camphor monograph → Herb & supplement monographMyrtle
Myrtle (Myrtus communis) is a Mediterranean shrub used traditionally for respiratory, digestive, and skin complaints. Modern research is mostly limited to laboratory and small studies, so it...
Read the full Myrtle monograph → Herb & supplement monographBay Leaf
Interacts with 335 drugsBay leaf is a common culinary herb that is safe in the small amounts used in cooking. Some people take it for digestion, blood sugar, or colds, but strong human evidence for these uses is la...
Read the full Bay Leaf monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Viragen'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 48 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.
Thyme 18 references
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- Okazaki K, Kawazoe K, Takaishi Y. Human platelet aggregation inhibitors from thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.). Phytother Res 2002;16:398-9. .
- Spiewak R, Skorska C, Dutkiewicz J. Occupational airborne contact dermatitis caused by thyme dust. Contact Dermatitis 2001;44:235-9. . PubMed
- Ernst E, Marz R, Sieder C. A controlled multi-centre study of herbal versus synthetic secretolytic drugs for acute bronchitis. Phytomedicine 1997;4:287-93. PubMed
- Yamamoto J, Yamada K, Naemura A, et al. Testing various herbs for antithrombotic effect. Nutrition 2005;21(5):580-7. PubMed
- Tognolini, M., Barocelli, E., Ballabeni, V., Bruni, R., Bianchi, A., Chiavarini, M., and Impicciatore, M. Comparative screening of plant essential oils: phenylpropanoid moiety as basic core for antiplatelet activity. Life Sci. 2-23-2006;78(13):1419-1432. PubMed
- Mackiewicz, B., Skorska, C., Dutkiewicz, J., Michnar, M., Milanowski, J., Prazmo, Z., Krysinska-Traczyk, E., and Cisak, E. Allergic alveolitis due to herb dust exposure. Ann Agric Environ Med 1999;6(2):167-170.
- Martinez-Gonzalez, M. C., Goday Bujan, J. J., Martinez, Gomez W., and Fonseca, Capdevila E. Concomitant allergic contact dermatitis due to Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) and Thymus vulgaris (thyme). Contact Dermatitis 2007;56(1):49-50.
- Jukic, M., Politeo, O., Maksimovic, M., Milos, M., and Milos, M. In vitro acetylcholinesterase inhibitory properties of thymol, carvacrol and their derivatives thymoquinone and thymohydroquinone. Phytother.Res 2007;21(3):259-261.
- Marzian, O. [Treatment of acute bronchitis in children and adolescents. Non-interventional postmarketing surveillance study confirms the benefit and safety of a syrup made of extracts from thyme and ivy leaves]. MMW.Fortschr.Med 6-28-2007;149(27-28 Suppl
- Cuzzolin, L. and Benoni, G. Attitudes and knowledge toward natural products safety in the pharmacy setting: an Italian study. Phytother.Res 2009;23(7):1018-1023. PubMed
- Berova, N., Stransky, L., and Krasteva, M. Studies on contact dermatitis in stomatological staff. Dermatol.Monatsschr. 1990;176(1):15-18.
- Smeenk, G., Kerckhoffs, H. P., and Schreurs, P. H. Contact allergy to a reaction product in Hirudoid cream: an example of compound allergy. Br.J Dermatol. 1987;116(2):223-231.
- Le Roy, R., Grosshans, E., and Foussereau, J. [Investigation of contact allergies in 100 cases of ulcus cruris (author's transl)]. Derm.Beruf.Umwelt. 1981;29(6):168-170.
- Lorenzi, S., Placucci, F., Vincenzi, C., Bardazzi, F., and Tosti, A. Allergic contact dermatitis due to thymol. Contact Dermatitis 1995;33(6):439-440. PubMed
- Bahadoran P, Rokni FK, Fahami F. Investigating the therapeutic effect of vaginal cream containing garlic and thyme compared to clotrimazole cream for the treatment of mycotic vaginitis. Iran J Nurs Midwifery Res 2010;15(Suppl 1):343-9.
- Erol S, Aydin B, Dilli D, Okumus N, Zenciroglu A, Gündüz M. An interesting newborn case of fructose 1-6 diphosphatase deficiency triggered after thyme juice ingestion. Clin Lab. 2014;60(1):151-3. PubMed
Camphor 20 references
- Uc A, Bishop WP, Sanders KD. Camphor hepatotoxicity. South Med J 2000;93:596-8. DOI
- Love JN, Sammon M, Smereck J. Are one or two dangerous? Camphor exposure in toddlers. J Emerg Med 2004;27:49-54.. PubMed
- Ruha AM, Graeme KA, Field A. Late seizure following ingestion of Vicks VapoRub. Acad Emerg Med 2003;10:691. . PubMed
- Gouin S, Patel H. Unusual cause of seizure. Pediatr Emerg Care 1996;12:298-300. DOI
- Ernst E. Adverse effects of herbal drugs in dermatology. Br J Dermatol 2000;143:923-9. PubMed
- Fung AE, Oxford KW. Microwave-superheated Vics Vapo Rub: an ocular public health danger. Am J Ophthalmol 2004;137:379-80. PubMed
- Emery, D. P. and Corban, J. G. Camphor toxicity. J.Paediatr.Child Health 1999;35(1):105-106.
- Rampini, S. K., Schneemann, M., Rentsch, K., and Bachli, E. B. Camphor intoxication after cao gio (coin rubbing). JAMA 7-3-2002;288(1):45.
- SMITH, A. G. and MARGOLIS, G. Camphor poisoning; anatomical and pharmacologic study; report of a fatal case; experimental investigation of protective action of barbiturate. Am.J.Pathol. 1954;30(5):857-869.
- Ragucci, K. R., Trangmar, P. R., Bigby, J. G., and Detar, T. D. Camphor ingestion in a 10-year-old male. South.Med.J. 2007;100(2):204-207. PubMed
- Agarwal, A. and Malhotra, H. S. Camphor ingestion: an unusual cause of seizure. J.Assoc.Physicians India 2008;56:123-124.
- Weiss, J. and Catalano, P. Camphorated oil intoxication during pregnancy. Pediatrics 1973;52(5):713-714. DOI
- Vasey, R. H. and Karayannopoulos, S. J. Camphorated oil. Br.Med.J. 1-8-1972;1(5792):112.
- Mascie-Taylor, B. H., Widdop, B., and Davison, A. M. Camphor intoxication treated by charcoal haemoperfusion. Postgrad.Med.J. 1981;57(673):725-726. PubMed
- Theis, J. G. and Koren, G. Camphorated oil: still endangering the lives of Canadian children. CMAJ. 6-1-1995;152(11):1821-1824.
- Skoglund, R. R., Ware, L. L., Jr., and Schanberger, J. E. Prolonged seizures due to contact and inhalation exposure to camphor. A case report. Clin.Pediatr.(Phila) 1977;16(10):901-902. PubMed
- Cordoba Torres IT, Marino-Nieto J, Barkin HB, Fort AC, Cobas M. Vicks VapoRub intoxication: an unusual presentation of multiorgan failure. J Clin Anesth 2018;48:46-7. PubMed
- Rahimi M, Shokri F, Hassanian-Moghaddam H, et al. Severe camphor poisoning, a seven-year observational study. Environ Toxicol Pharmacol 2017;52:8-13. PubMed
- Mathew T, John SK, Kamath V, et al. Essential oil related seizures (EORS): A multi-center prospective study on essential oils and seizures in adults. Epilepsy Res. 2021;173:106626. PubMed
- Camphor (synthetic): Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health Concentrations (IDLH). National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. 1994. https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/idlh/76222.html. Assessed 5/6/2021.
Myrtle 3 references
- Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
- Salmanian M, Shirbeigi L, Hashem-Dabaghian F, et al. The Effects of Myrtle (Myrtus communis) and Clindamycin Topical Solution in the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Acne Vulgaris: A Comparative Split-Face Study. J Pharmacopuncture 2020;23(4):220-229.
- Paknejad MS, Eftekhari K, Rahimi R, Vigeh M, Naghizadeh A, Karimi M. Myrtle (Myrtus communis L.) fruit syrup for gastroesophageal reflux disease in children: A double-blind randomized clinical trial. Phytother Res 2021;35(11):6369-6376.
Bay Leaf 7 references
- Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
- Cartier LC, Lehrer A, Malo JL. Occupational asthma caused by aromatic herbs. Allergy 1996;51:647-9. DOI
- Adisen E, Onder M. Allergic contact dermatitis from Laurus nobilis oil induced by massage. Contact Dermatitis 2007;56:360-1.
- Ozden, M. G., Oztas, P., Oztas, M. O., and Onder, M. Allergic contact dermatitis from Laurus nobilis (laurel) oil. Contact Dermatitis 2001;45(3):178. PubMed
- Khan, A., Zaman, G., and Anderson, R. A. Bay leaves improve glucose and lipid profile of people with type 2 diabetes. J Clin Biochem.Nutr. 2009;44(1):52-56. PubMed
- Cheminat, A., Stampf, J. L., and Benezra, C. Allergic contact dermatitis to laurel (Laurus nobilis L.): isolation and identification of haptens. Arch Dermatol Res 1984;276(3):178-181. PubMed
- Vassileva S, Darlenski R. Bay leaf phytodermatitis. Contact Dermatitis. 2020 Nov 15. PubMed
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