Plant extracts (grape seed, soy, green tea)
Plant extracts is a antioxidant extracts found in 2 medicines sold in India, such as Follihair, Keraglo Men. Below: what it is for, how it works, how to take it, side effects, interactions and pregnancy advice.
Also called: grape seed extract, soy isoflavones, green tea extract
What it is used for
Added to hair and skin supplements as antioxidants.
How it works
Antioxidant plant extracts such as grape seed, soy isoflavones and green tea, added to hair and skin supplements; evidence is limited.
How to take it
As directed on the product.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset
- Headache
Get medical help straight away if
Yellow skin or dark urine (rare liver injury with concentrated green tea extract)
Be careful
Soy extracts have mild hormone-like effects; check with a doctor in pregnancy or with hormone-sensitive conditions.
Other medicines and interactions
Green tea extract may affect some heart medicines; soy may affect levothyroxine absorption.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Ask your doctor before taking supplements in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Combination medicines that contain Plant extracts (2)
Common questions
What is Plant extracts used for?
Added to hair and skin supplements as antioxidants.
How does Plant extracts work?
Antioxidant plant extracts such as grape seed, soy isoflavones and green tea, added to hair and skin supplements; evidence is limited.
How should I take Plant extracts?
As directed on the product.
What are the side effects of Plant extracts?
Common: Stomach upset, headache. Get help straight away for: Yellow skin or dark urine (rare liver injury with concentrated green tea extract).
Does Plant extracts interact with other medicines?
Green tea extract may affect some heart medicines; soy may affect levothyroxine absorption.
Is Plant extracts safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Ask your doctor before taking supplements in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Does Plant extracts need a prescription in India?
It is usually sold without a prescription in India, but ask a pharmacist if you take other medicines or have a long-term illness.
Which brands contain Plant extracts?
Follihair, Keraglo Men.
Sources and further reading
- Plant extracts (grape seed, soy, green tea): NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu from standard prescribing information.
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