Witch-Hazel SAP Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NFH
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Witch-Hazel SAP 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 SAP is a dietary supplement by NFH 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 SAP by NFH
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
This product contains one active ingredient: Witch Hazel Stem Bark Extract, Wild. It's a liquid formulation made from the bark of the witch hazel plant, mixed with ethanol and purified water.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Witch hazel is possibly effective for hemorrhoids based on the evidence we have. For varicose veins and postmenopausal conditions, the evidence isn't strong enough yet to say whether it works or not.
For eczema (atopic dermatitis), the data suggests it's possibly not effective.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Witch hazel is generally well tolerated when used on the skin short-term. Topically, contact dermatitis — redness or burning where you apply it — can happen in a small number of people.
This product is a liquid meant for topical use, not to be swallowed. If you do take it by mouth, high doses may cause problems because witch hazel bark contains up to 12% tannins, which at high intakes have been linked to kidney and liver damage.
The safety data for pregnancy and breastfeeding are limited; talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're pregnant or nursing, and avoid applying it to the nipple area.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for this product's ingredients. You're clear to proceed from an interaction standpoint, but always confirm with your pharmacist if you have questions about your specific medications.
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're looking for topical relief for hemorrhoids, witch hazel may be worth trying. It's generally well tolerated on the skin, though a few people get mild irritation.
Keep it on the skin — don't swallow it. If you're pregnant, nursing, or have liver or kidney concerns, check with your pharmacist first.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 22, 2023.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Witch-Hazel SAP, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NFH |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 856711001825 |
| Net contents | 3.2 Fluid Ounce(s); 95 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 22, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 275879 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Witch-Hazel SAP by NFH, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Witch Hazel Stem Bark Extract, Wild | 300 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Ethanol, Water, Purified
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Formula
Witch-Hazel SAP contains tannins, proanthocyanidins, resins, and flavonoids, providing potent astringent properties and supporting a healthy inflammatory response.
Formulation
Witch-Hazel SAP can be used orally to support intestinal health or used topically to support would healing and skin health.
All ingredients listed for this product lot number have been tested by a third-party laboratory for identity, potency, and purity.
Contains no: Gluten, soy, wheat, corn, eggs, dairy, yeast, citrus, preservatives, artificial flavor or color, starch, or sugar.
This product is non-GMO and vegan friendly.
This product is non-GMO and vegan friendly.
Color and smell may vary from one lot to another.
Witch-hazel SAP liquid extract 1:5
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Witch-Hazel SAP can be used orally to support intestinal health or used topically to support would healing and skin health.
Directions for use: Stir well. Adults: Take 1.5 ml (38 drops) three times daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. If you are taking minerals and/or vitamin B supplements, take this product a few hours before or after them.
Precautions
Cautions and warnings: Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen.
Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Contraindications: Some people may experience gastric irritation.
Do not use if seal is broken.
Keep out of reach of children.
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.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
NPN 80024885
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Witch-Hazel SAP by NFH 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 SAP by NFH
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1.5 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container63 Amounts shown are per serving.
Witch Hazel Stem Bark Extract, Wild
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 Stem Bark Extract, Wild monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Ethanol, Water, Purified. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Witch-Hazel SAP by NFH Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Witch-Hazel SAP. 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 SAP, from the product label.
NFH
See all NFH products- Name
- NFH - Nutritional Fundamentals for Health, Inc.
- Street Address
- 351 Rue Joseph-Carrier
- City
- Vaudreuil
- State
- QC
- ZipCode
- J7V 5V5
- Phone Number
- 1 866 510-3123
- Web Address
- nfh.ca
Witch-Hazel SAP by NFH: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Witch-Hazel SAP’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 SAP'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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