Herb Pharm Prickly Ash
Brand: Herb Pharm · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Prickly Ash (Herb Pharm brand) is a supplement with very limited published data. Our assessment is that you should approach this product with caution, as the available scientific data is not sufficient to support specific health benefits or to fully characterize its safety profile. Data not available for its mechanism or clinical studies.
How it works
Data not available for the mechanism of Prickly Ash. The only ingredient data provided is for Calcium, which supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, this product is not calcium, and no information was provided on how Prickly Ash itself works in the body.
Safety profile
The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements [FDA data]. Specific side effect data for Prickly Ash is not available in the provided data. High levels of calcium (an unrelated ingredient) can cause constipation, nausea, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS], but this does not apply to Prickly Ash.
Our recommendation
We recommend that you do not use this product until more specific, peer-reviewed research is available. Data not available for dosage, effectiveness, or safety for Prickly Ash. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially one with such limited evidence.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 1.0 fl. Oz. 30.0 mL |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide