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100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Swanson Premium Brand

100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides label
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Liquid Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides is a dietary supplement by Swanson Premium Brand with 1 active ingredient.Based on those ingredients, 262 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides by Swanson Premium Brand

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 11, 2026

What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “Medium-Chain Triglycerides” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (14 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.
  • “Typically providing minimum” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

This product contains two active ingredients: caprylic acid and capric acid. Both are medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) — short-chain fats that your body processes differently from regular dietary fats.

They're found naturally in coconut oil and are marketed as a quick source of energy, though the evidence for specific health claims is thin. There are no inactive ingredients listed for this product.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Caprylic Acid product and its label doesn't state a use — see Caprylic Acid's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for caprylic acid's effectiveness is insufficient to rate for epilepsy and essential tremor — the conditions we have data on. That means we don't have reliable studies backing its use for those purposes.

We have no effectiveness data on file for capric acid.

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.

Caprylic acid is generally recognized as safe in food amounts, but supplement doses haven't been as well studied, so your doctor should sign off before you use it. Short-term, it's generally well tolerated; the most common side effects are mild stomach discomfort and changes in taste.

A small number of users have reported mild dizziness, headache, or fatigue. Caprylic acid does occur naturally in breast milk, but we don't have safety data on concentrated supplement doses during lactation — talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether it's right for you.

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Caprylic Acid.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 262 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, double-check if you're on blood thinners like warfarin, blood pressure medications, or NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, prescription versions). Caprylic acid in this oil has Moderate interactions with all three drug types.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

MCT oil is a common supplement, but if you take a blood thinner, blood pressure medication, or regular NSAIDs, you need to check your specific drugs with the tool on this page first. Talk with your pharmacist before starting, especially if you have any blood pressure or clotting concerns.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 25, 2018.

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 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides, straight from the product label.

Brand Swanson Premium Brand
Barcode (UPC) 087614116075
Net contents 32 fl. Oz.; 946 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 25, 2018
DSLD ID 175533
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides by Swanson Premium Brand, 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:
1 Tbsp
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tbsp
Servings per container
62
UPC/BARCODE
087614116075
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories130 Calorie(s)--
Saturated Fat14 Gram(s)70%
Trans Fat0 NP--
Total Fat14 Gram(s)18%
Caprylic Acid0 NP--
Capric Acid0 NP--
Medium-Chain Triglycerides14 Gram(s)--
Typically providing minimum0 NP--

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Label statements
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General Statements

Bringing wellness to the world since 1969

To reorder, call toll free 1-800-437-4148 or visit our website at www.swansonvitamins.com

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

V Vegetarian formula

Formulation

V Vegetarian formula

Formula

From Coconut and/or Palm Oil

Contains tree nuts (coconut).

Precautions

Contains tree nuts (coconut).

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) tablespoon (15 ml) one to three times per day. May be taken alone or mixed with foods such as yogurt, cottage cheese, salad dressing or sauces. Not recommended for frying.

General

SW1607 Rev 1 01 03 18

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100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides by Swanson Premium Brand label

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100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides by Swanson Premium Brand

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

Serving size1 Tbsp Dosage formLiquid Servings per container62 Amounts shown are per serving.

Medium-Chain Triglycerides

14 Gram(s) per serving Form: Coconut Oil, Palm Oil
  • › Typically providing minimum
Interaction report

100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides by Swanson Premium Brand Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides interact with 262 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

0 of the 1 ingredient in 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible.

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides, from the product label.

Swanson Premium Brand

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Name
Swanson Health Products
City
Fargo
State
ND
ZipCode
58104
Phone Number
1-800-437-4148
Web Address
www.swansonvitamins.com
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100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides by Swanson Premium Brand: Common Questions

Does 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides by Swanson Premium Brand interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, 100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides has a known interaction with 262 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides 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.
What exactly are MCTs?
MCTs — medium-chain triglycerides — are fats with a shorter structure than the ones in most foods. Your body breaks them down and uses them quickly, which is why they're marketed as an energy source. This product is mostly caprylic acid and capric acid, both MCTs.
Will this help with epilepsy or tremors?
We have insufficient evidence to rate caprylic acid for either condition. There isn't enough reliable research to say whether it actually works.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people tolerate it fine short-term. Mild stomach discomfort and a change in how things taste are the most common complaints. Dizziness, headache, and fatigue have been reported rarely.
Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Caprylic acid occurs naturally in breast milk, but we don't have safety data on concentrated supplement doses, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice. We have no pregnancy safety data on file.
Why can't you check capric acid for interactions?
We don't hold a data monograph for capric acid, so we can't verify what it might or might not interact with. Your pharmacist can help you look that up separately if you're concerned.

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Sources & How We Checked

100% Pure MCT Oil Medium Chain Triglycerides'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 5 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.

Caprylic Acid 5 references
  1. Massolini G, Aubry AF, McGann A, Wainer IW. Determination of the magnitude and enantioselectivity of ligand binding to rat and rabbit serum albumins using immobilized-protein high performance liquid chromatography stationary phases. Biochem Pharmacol 1993 PubMed
  2. Kristev A, Mitkov D, Lukanov Y, Chapkynov P. The effect of octanoic fatty acid on the cardiovascular system of the guinea pig. Cor Vasa 1989;31(4):321-7.
  3. Hayball PF, Holman JW, Nation RL. Influence of octanoic acid on the reversible protein binding of ketorolac enantiomers to human serum albumin (HSA): comparative liquid chromatographic studies using a HSA chiral stationary phase. J Chromatogr B Biomed App PubMed
  4. Noctor TA, Wainer IW, Hage DS. Allosteric and competitive displacement of drugs from human serum albumin by octanoic acid, as revealed by high-performance liquid affinity chromatography, on a human serum albumin-based stationary phase. J Chromatogr 1992;5 PubMed
  5. Voller B, Lines E, McCrossin G, et al. Dose-escalation study of octanoic acid in patients with essential tremor. J Clin Invest. 2016;126(4):1451-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Caprylic Acid monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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