Herb Pharm Fennel
Brand: Herb Pharm · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165]
Our assessment
Our assessment: The evidence shows that fennel, as found in Herb Pharm Fennel, is a traditional herb used for digestive support. However, the specific data provided does not contain clinical studies or detailed mechanism information for fennel itself. The data does include information on calcium, which is a separate ingredient not listed as part of this product's formula. Based on the available information, we cannot make a specific efficacy claim for fennel from the data provided [Data not available].
How it works
While the specific mechanism for fennel is not detailed in the data provided, traditional use suggests it may support digestion and help with gas and bloating. From a general pharmacology perspective, many herbs in the fennel family contain volatile oils that can relax the smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal tract. However, for this specific product, the exact mechanism is not supported by the data provided [Data not available].
Safety profile
The FDA adverse event database contains a total of 592,059 reports for all dietary supplements, but specific adverse event data for fennel or Herb Pharm Fennel is not broken out in the data provided. The data does include safety information for calcium, which notes that high levels can cause poor muscle tone, constipation, nausea, weight loss, and abnormal heart rhythms [FDA data]. However, this calcium data does not apply to the fennel product you are asking about. Side effect data specific to this product is not available [Data not available].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Without specific clinical data on fennel provided for this analysis, we advise you to consult with a healthcare provider before starting this supplement. If you are taking any medications, be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS], though this interaction applies to calcium supplements, not fennel. For digestive support, you may consider other options with stronger evidence, but we cannot make a firm recommendation for Herb Pharm Fennel based on the data provided [Data not available].
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 | Off Market |
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- 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).
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Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide