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Dietary supplement

Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by TerraVita

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

Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor is a dietary supplement by TerraVita 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 Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita

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.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product has one active ingredient: witch hazel glycerite liquid extract. Witch hazel is a plant extract traditionally used for skin concerns, especially on the outside of the body.

The extract is suspended in glycerin, and the product also contains vanilla flavor.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: skin health and minor wound care.
  • We looked for evidence on: Acne, Atopic dermatitis (eczema), Bruises, Hemorrhoids, Insect bite, Minor bleeding — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Witch Hazel is rated "Possibly Effective" for Hemorrhoids (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Witch Hazel is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Atopic dermatitis (eczema).
  • Also on file: Witch Hazel is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Acne, Minor bleeding, Skin irritation, Sunburn, and more.

Witch hazel is possibly effective for hemorrhoids. For eczema (atopic dermatitis), the evidence suggests it's possibly ineffective.

For varicose veins and postmenopausal symptoms, we don't hold enough reliable evidence to rate its effectiveness either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Witch Hazel

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Topically, witch hazel is generally well tolerated, though a small number of people develop contact dermatitis — redness or burning where it's applied. The main caution is this: witch hazel is not meant to be taken by mouth.

If swallowed in high doses, the tannins it contains (which make up 8% to 10% of the leaf) could potentially damage your kidneys or liver. There's also mixed evidence around tannins and cancer risk — some research suggests regular consumption of high-tannin herbs may correlate with increased esophageal or nasal cancer, while other evidence points the other way.

Stick to topical use, and if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety data on file — talk with your doctor before using it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Witch Hazel

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for witch hazel. Still, if you take any medications, a quick conversation with your pharmacist is always a smart move before adding any supplement.

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.

This product is for topical use on skin — hemorrhoids and other skin irritation — where witch hazel has some evidence behind it. Don't swallow it.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have questions about your own health, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

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 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand TerraVita
Barcode (UPC) 064434284986
Net contents 1 Fluid Ounce(s); 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2022
DSLD ID 280657
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
25 Drop(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
40 Drop(s)
Servings per container
227
UPC/BARCODE
064434284986
IngredientAmount% DV
Witch Hazel Glycerite Liquid Extract0.13 mL--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Vanilla flavor

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2005 TerraVita - Distributed by ZooScape LLC, All Rights Reserved.

Formula

Glycerite liquid extract (1:5) Vanilla flavored

Formulation

Alcohol free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take 25-40 drops of extract in a small amount of warm water 3-4 times daily. Shake well before using.

Precautions

Keep away from children.

Do not use if safety seal around cap is broken or missing.

See for yourself

Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita

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

Serving size25 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container227 Amounts shown are per serving.

0.13 mL per serving

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 Glycerite Liquid Extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor, from the product label.

TerraVita

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Name
ZooScape LLC
Phone Number
844-449-0444
Web Address
www.ZooScape.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita: Common Questions

Does Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor by TerraVita interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is this safe to take by mouth?
No — witch hazel is not meant to be taken internally. This is a topical product, meant for use on the skin only. Swallowing it, especially in high doses, carries a risk of kidney and liver damage from the tannins it contains.
Does witch hazel actually work for hemorrhoids?
The evidence suggests it's possibly effective for hemorrhoids — meaning there's some research backing it, though more data would help confirm how well it works. For eczema, the evidence leans the other way and suggests it's possibly ineffective.
What's the most common side effect?
When applied to the skin, contact dermatitis — redness or burning at the spot where you use it — is the most common issue. A small number of people experience this.
Is it safe to use while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data on file to say either way. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using it, and avoid applying it to the nipple area.
What's glycerin doing in this product?
Glycerin is the carrier liquid — it dissolves and suspends the witch hazel extract so you can apply it easily to your skin.
Does this interact with my medications?
No interactions are documented in our data for witch hazel. That's not a guarantee none exist, though, so if you take regular medications, it's worth checking with your pharmacist.

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The Full Monographs Behind Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Witch Hazel Vanilla Flavor's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 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
  1. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  2. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  3. Robbers JE, Tyler VE. Tyler's Herbs of Choice: The Therapeutic Use of Phytomedicinals. New York, NY: The Haworth Herbal Press, 1999.
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. Khanna, N. and Datta, Gupta S. Rejuvenating facial massage--a bane or boon? Int J Dermatol. 2002;41(7):407-410. PubMed
  7. 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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