Herb Pharm Wood Betony
Brand: Herb Pharm · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the primary ingredient in this product, Wood Betony, is not supported by the data provided. The data available is for calcium, which is a separate ingredient not listed in the product ingredients. Our assessment: we cannot evaluate this specific product based on the data given, as the data on calcium does not apply to Wood Betony.
How it works
Because the data provided is for calcium, not Wood Betony, we cannot explain how this specific supplement works. For calcium, the mechanism involves bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, this information is not relevant to your product. Data not available for Wood Betony’s mechanism of action.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for Wood Betony are not available in the data provided [FDA data]. For calcium, side effects can include constipation, nausea, and abnormal heart rhythms at high levels, but these are not applicable to Wood Betony [NIH ODS]. Data not available for Wood Betony side effects.
Our recommendation
We cannot make a recommendation for Wood Betony based on the data provided. You should consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice about this supplement. For calcium, the data shows it can interfere with medications like bisphosphonates and levothyroxine, but this does not apply to your product [NIH ODS]. Data not available to support a specific recommendation for Wood Betony.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 4.0 fl. Oz. 120.0 mL |
| Market Status | Off 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