Witch Hazel Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Witch Hazel 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
Witch Hazel is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin irritation and inflammation, hemorrhoids, minor cuts and bruises.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 Witch Hazel 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Herbal Terra Witch Hazel is a single-ingredient topical liquid: Witch Hazel Bark Extract, Dry. The extract contains tannins — compounds that are the active part of witch hazel and responsible for how it works on skin.
The liquid also contains alcohol, water, and glycerin as inactive ingredients to keep it in liquid form.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Witch hazel is possibly effective for hemorrhoids — the most established use. For varicose veins and postmenopausal conditions, the evidence is too thin to rate it one way or the other.
For eczema (atopic dermatitis), it appears possibly ineffective — meaning the data doesn't support it for that purpose.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Topically, witch hazel is generally well tolerated, though a small number of people develop contact dermatitis — redness or burning where it touches skin. The main safety caution: this product is for skin use only and should never be swallowed.
Witch hazel contains tannins, and swallowing high doses — especially long-term — has been linked in rare cases to kidney and liver damage, and there's some concern about a link to certain cancers with regular, heavy tannin intake. Stick to topical use as directed and you're on safer ground.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check in this product.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
If you have hemorrhoids or want to try witch hazel for minor skin irritation, this topical form is a reasonable choice with a solid safety record when applied to skin. Don't swallow it.
If you develop redness, burning, or any skin reaction, stop and rinse the area. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you're pregnant, nursing, or have questions about using it near sensitive areas.
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 Jan 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
General information
Key facts about Witch Hazel, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 7238360767346 |
| Net contents | 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 23, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 325517 |
| 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 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Witch Hazel by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Witch Hazel Bark Extract, Dry | 983 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin
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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
Hamamelis virginiana
Organic alcohol
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA
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Witch Hazel by Herbal Terra label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Witch Hazel 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.
Witch Hazel Bark Extract, Dry
No knowninteractions
Witch hazel is a plant-based astringent used mostly on the skin for minor irritation, hemorrhoids, and oily skin. It is generally well tolerated as a...
Witch Hazel Bark Extract, Dry monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Witch Hazel by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Witch Hazel. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Witch Hazel, from the product label.
Herbal Terra
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- Herbal Terra LLC
- Phone Number
- +18083857868
- Web Address
- herbalterra.com
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Witch Hazel’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Witch Hazel'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 7 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.
Witch Hazel 7 references
- The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Robbers JE, Tyler VE. Tyler's Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals. New York, NY: The Haworth Herbal Press, 1999.
- Hormann HP, Korting HC. Evidence for the efficacy and safety of topical herbal drugs in dermatology: part I: anti-inflammatory agents. Phytomedicine 1994;1:161-71. PubMed
- Wolff, H. H. and Kieser, M. Hamamelis in children with skin disorders and skin injuries: results of an observational study. Eur.J.Pediatr. 2007;166(9):943-948. PubMed
- Khanna, N. and Datta, Gupta S. Rejuvenating facial massage--a bane or boon? Int J Dermatol. 2002;41(7):407-410. PubMed
- Theisen LL, Erdelmeier CA, Spoden GA, Boukhallouk F, Sausy A, Florin L, Muller CP. Tannins from Hamamelis virginiana bark extract: characterization and improvement of the antiviral efficacy against influenza A virus and human papillomavirus. PLoS One. 201 PubMed
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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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