VVH-W Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Pure Herbs
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking VVH-W 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
VVH-W is a dietary supplement by Pure Herbs with 6 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin irritation and itching, minor wounds and cuts, digestive upset.Based on those ingredients, 441 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Calendula flower extract, Dog Rose Fruit Extract, Mullein Leaf Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of VVH-W by Pure Herbs
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
VVH-W is a liquid containing six active ingredients in a proprietary blend: Chickweed aerial parts extract, Dog Rose Fruit Extract, Mullein Leaf Extract, Calendula flower extract, White Oak Bark extract, and American Chestnut Leaf Extract. There are no inactive ingredients listed beyond the actives themselves.
These are traditional botanical extracts, each contributing different plant compounds to the formulation.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for what this product does isn't established in our data. Chickweed, Mullein Leaf, Calendula, White Oak Bark, and American Chestnut Leaf all show insufficient reliable evidence to rate their effectiveness for the conditions they're traditionally used for — whether that's diabetes, weight, cough, skin healing, or sore throat.
We hold no effectiveness ratings for Dog Rose Fruit Extract. If you're considering this supplement for a specific health goal, ask your pharmacist or doctor what the science actually supports.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Most of these ingredients are generally well tolerated for short-term use, but detailed human safety data are limited for all of them. Chickweed and Mullein can cause contact dermatitis when applied to skin; Calendula can trigger allergic reactions in people sensitive to the ragweed family (which includes chrysanthemums, marigolds, and daisies).
White Oak Bark and American Chestnut Leaf have high tannin content that may irritate your digestive tract or interfere with nutrient absorption. During pregnancy, safety information is not enough to recommend any of these ingredients — Chickweed, Mullein, Calendula, White Oak Bark, and American Chestnut Leaf are all best avoided.
Breastfeeding safety is similarly uncertain for all of them. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking VVH-W, double-check if you're on blood thinners (anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs) — Mullein Leaf Extract can have Minor additive effects. Also flag any CNS depressants like sedatives, sleep aids, or anti-anxiety medications, where Calendula has a Minor theoretical interaction.
If you take either type, run it through the checker below.
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.
VVH-W is a traditional herbal blend with limited modern safety and effectiveness data. If you take blood thinners or central nervous system depressants, check your exact medications with the tool on this page before starting.
Pregnant and breastfeeding people should talk with their pharmacist first. For anyone else considering it, know that evidence for what it actually does isn't established in our data.
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Assessment coverage: 6 of 6 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 2022.
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 VVH-W, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Pure Herbs |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 22, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 280552 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for VVH-W by Pure Herbs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Proprietary Blend | 2006 mg | -- |
| Chickweed aerial parts extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Dog Rose Fruit Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Mullein Leaf Extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Calendula flower extract | 0 NP | -- |
| White Oak Bark extract | 0 NP | -- |
| American Chestnut Leaf Extract | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: None
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: For adults, mix 2 mL (abt. 1/2 tsp) of extract in 2 fl. oz (60 mL) water one time daily preferably with a meal.
Shake well before use
Formulation
Supports maintenance of healthy veins and blood vessels.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you have a medical condition or are taking medication, consult your doctor prior to use.
Discontinue use and consult with your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children
Brand IP Statement(s)
Pure Herbs, Ltd. Natural Herbal Extracts
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
"No expense has been spared to provide the finest nature has to offer."
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VVH-W by Pure Herbs 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 VVH-W by Pure Herbs
These are the 6 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 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: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
VVH-W by Pure Herbs Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
VVH-W by Pure Herbs contains six ingredients, and we've found documented interactions with medications for two of them.
The most serious interaction we can confirm is with Mullein Leaf Extract and blood thinners (anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs). Lab studies show mullein extracts do slow blood clotting slightly — a Minor-severity effect — likely because of compounds called triterpenoids saponins in the plant.
The effect appears mild, but if you take warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel, or similar medications, you'll want to flag this with your pharmacist.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Calendula flower extract in this product may have Minor additive effects with CNS depressants — sedatives, sleep aids, anti-anxiety drugs, and similar medications that slow your nervous system down. The concern is theoretical; calendula has been used for over 30 years in humans without reported sedation.
Still, it's worth a quick check if you take anything in that category.
We could not check Dog Rose Fruit Extract — we hold no interaction data for it. Chickweed aerial parts extract, White Oak Bark extract, and American Chestnut Leaf Extract show no interactions documented in our data, though that's not a guarantee none exist.
Altogether, these interactions span 351 individual medications. Use the search tool below to verify your exact drugs before starting.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in VVH-W interact with 441 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 6 ingredients in VVH-W interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Calendula flower extract Dog Rose Fruit Extract Mullein Leaf Extract
AbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Abciximab interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Abrocitinib interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAlginic Acid, Aluminum HydroxideRafton
How Alginic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Alginic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Alteplase, Tpa interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAltretamineHexalen
How Altretamine interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAlkylating Agents Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Altretamine interactionAluminum Acetate, Benzethonium ChlorideBuro-Sol Otic Solution
How Aluminum Acetate, Benzethonium Chloride interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum Acetate, Benzethonium Chloride interactionAluminum ChlorideAluminum Chloride, Anhydrol Forte, Driclor, Drysol
How Aluminum Chloride interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum Chloride interactionAluminum HydroxideAlu-Cap, Amphojel, Gaviscon
How Aluminum Hydroxide interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with VVH-W — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAspirin, Aluminum +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionCalendula Flower ExtractCns Depressants Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, calendula might have additive effects when used with CNS depressants, although this appears to be unlikely.
Read the full Calendula Flower Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug)Maalox, Mucogel
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug) interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug) interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, Simethicone (otc Drug)Mylanta
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, Simethicone (otc Drug) interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, Simethicone (otc Drug) interactionAluminum, CalciumDomeboro
How Aluminum, Calcium interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum, Calcium interactionAluminum, Magnesium (otc Drug)Almagel
How Aluminum, Magnesium (otc Drug) interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum, Magnesium (otc Drug) interactionAluminum, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug)Wingel
How Aluminum, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug) interacts with VVH-W — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAluminum Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aluminum, Magnesium Hydroxide (otc Drug) interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Anagrelide interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Anagrelide interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Anisindione interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Anisindione interactionAntithrombin IiiThrombate III
How Antithrombin Iii interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Antithrombin Iii interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Antithrombin Iii interactionApixabanEliquis
How Apixaban interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Apixaban interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Apixaban interactionArgatrobanArgatroban
How Argatroban interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Argatroban interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Argatroban interactionAspirinAngettes 75, ASA, Asaphen, Aspirin, Caprin, Cartia +8 more
How Aspirin interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aspirin interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Aspirin interactionAspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #3
How Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAspirin, Aluminum +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAspirin, ButalbitalAxotal
How Aspirin, Butalbital interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Aspirin Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aspirin, Butalbital interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Butalbital interactionAspirin, Butalbital, CaffeineFiorinal
How Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with VVH-W — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dog Rose Fruit ExtractAspirin, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Read the full Dog Rose Fruit Extract + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionMullein Leaf ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot.
Read the full Mullein Leaf Extract + Aspirin, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in VVH-W 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.
Calendula flower extract
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, calendula might have additive effects when used with CNS depressants, although this appears to be unlikely.
Although some animal research has suggested that a saponoside constituent in calendula may have sedative effects, calendula has been used for over 30 years without reports of sedation in humans.
Dog Rose Fruit Extract
Alkylating Agents
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of alkylating agents but might also reduce the oxidative damage caused by certain alkylating agents.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. The use of antioxidants like vitamin C during chemotherapy is controversial. There is concern that antioxidants could reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs that generate free radicals, such as cyclophosphamide, chlorambucil, carmustine, busulfan, and thiotepa. In contrast, some researchers theorize that antioxidants might make chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. Further, some animal research suggests that the antioxidant effects of rose hip might attenuate cyclophosphamide-induced testicular toxicity. More evidence is needed to determine what effect, if any, antioxidants found in rose hip, such as vitamin C, have on the effectiveness and adverse effects of chemotherapy.
Aluminum
Theoretically, rose hip might increase the amount of aluminum absorbed from aluminum compounds.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. Theoretically, vitamin C increases the absorption of aluminum. Concomitant use might increase aluminum absorption, but the clinical significance of this is unknown. Administer rose hip two hours before or four hours after antacids.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro and animal research suggests that a constituent of rose hip, rugosin E, can induce platelet aggregation. This has not been shown in humans. Theoretically, concomitant use of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs.
Antitumor Antibiotics
Theoretically, the antioxidant effects of rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of antitumor antibiotics.
Rose hip contains the antioxidant vitamin C. There is concern that antioxidants might reduce the activity of chemotherapy drugs that generate free radicals, such as antitumor antibiotics. In contrast, other researchers theorize that antioxidants might make antitumor antibiotic chemotherapy more effective by reducing oxidative stress that could interfere with apoptosis (cell death) of cancer cells. More evidence is needed to determine what effects, if any, antioxidants such as vitamin C have on antitumor antibiotic chemotherapy.
Estrogens
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of estrogens.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. Increases in plasma estrogen levels of up to 55% have occured under some circumstances when vitamin C is taken concurrently with oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy, including topical products. It is suggested that vitamin C prevents oxidation of estrogen in the tissues, regenerates oxidized estrogen, and reduces sulfate conjugation of estrogen in the gut wall. When tissue levels of vitamin C are high, these processes are already maximized and supplemental vitamin C does not have any effect on estrogen levels. However, increases in plasma estrogen levels may occur when women who are deficient in vitamin C take supplements.
Lithium
Theoretically, rose hip might increase blood levels of lithium.
Rose hip is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, due to these potential diuretic effects, rose hip might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Aspirin
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the clearance of aspirin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. It has been suggested that acidification of the urine by vitamin C can decrease the urinary excretion of salicylates, increasing plasma salicylate levels. However, short-term use of up to 6 grams daily of vitamin C does not seem to affect urinary pH or salicylate excretion. The vitamin C content of rose hip is typically about 500 mg per 100 grams. Thus, a clinically significant interaction between rose hip and aspirin is unlikely.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, rose hip might reduce the effectiveness of warfarin; however, its vitamin C content is likely too low to produce clinically significant effects.
Rose hip contains vitamin C. High doses of vitamin C may reduce the response to warfarin, possibly by causing diarrhea and reducing warfarin absorption. This occurred in two people who took up to 16 grams daily of vitamin C, and resulted in decreased prothrombin time. Lower doses of 5-10 grams daily of vitamin C can also reduce warfarin absorption, but this does not seem to be clinically significant. The vitamin C content of rose hip is typically about 500 mg per 100 grams. Thus, a clinically significant interaction between rose hip and warfarin is unlikely.
Mullein Leaf Extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Lab tests on extracts from different parts of common and dense-flowered mullein plants show that they do have some blood-thinning effects, as they increase the time it takes for blood to clot. This is likely due to at least one of the known constituents of muellein, triterpenoid saponins. However, the effects appear to be mild and results have been inconsistent. Extracts from different plant parts have been show to have varying anticoagulant strengths, with water-based ones being more potent than alcohol-based extracts.
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Pure Herbs
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- Pure Herbs, Ltd.
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- Sterling Heights
- State
- MI
- Phone Number
- (800) 860-4372
- Web Address
- www.pureherbs.com
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Chickweed
Chickweed is a common edible wild plant traditionally used on the skin for itching and minor irritation, and taken as a tea or tincture for various complaints. Solid human studies are lackin...
Read the full Chickweed monograph → Herb & supplement monographRose Hip
Interacts with 213 drugsRose hip is the vitamin C–rich fruit of the wild rose, used traditionally for colds and joint pain. A standardized rose hip powder has some research support for easing osteoarthritis symptom...
Read the full Rose Hip monograph → Herb & supplement monographMullein
Interacts with 122 drugsMullein is a traditional herbal remedy most often used as a tea or syrup to soothe coughs, sore throats, and respiratory irritation. High-quality human studies are lacking, so its benefits a...
Read the full Mullein monograph → Herb & supplement monographCalendula
Interacts with 248 drugsCalendula is a flowering plant whose petals are used mainly in skin creams, oils, and ointments to soothe minor irritation and support wound healing. Some early research is promising for ski...
Read the full Calendula monograph → Herb & supplement monographWhite Oak
White oak bark is a traditional herbal remedy rich in tannins, used mostly as a tea or skin wash for diarrhea, sore throat, and minor skin problems. Solid human evidence is very limited, and...
Read the full White Oak monograph → Herb & supplement monographAmerican Chestnut
American chestnut leaves and bark have a long history of folk use for coughs and respiratory complaints, mainly because of their tannin content, which has an astringent effect. However, ther...
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The 43 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.
Chickweed 4 references
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Rose Hip 24 references
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Mullein 2 references
- Castro AI, Carmona JB, Gonzales FG, Nestar OB. Occupational airborne dermatitis from gordolobo (Verbascum densiflorum). Contact Dermatitis 2006;55(5):301.
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Calendula 9 references
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White Oak 2 references
American Chestnut 2 references
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