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Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by LuckyVitamin

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg is a dietary supplement by LuckyVitamin with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for blood sugar support, weight management, digestive upset.Based on those ingredients, 162 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Apple Cider Vinegar, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg by LuckyVitamin

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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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: apple cider vinegar powder at 450 mg per capsule. It also includes inactive ingredients—maltodextrin, hypromellose, stearic acid, and silicon dioxide—which serve as fillers and capsule materials.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Apple Cider Vinegar product and its label doesn't state a use — see Apple Cider Vinegar'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 we hold doesn't establish that apple cider vinegar is effective for any of the uses it's marketed for—acne, athletic performance, cognitive function, dental plaque, depression, or atopic dermatitis (eczema). All these uses are rated as having insufficient reliable evidence to rate in our data.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Apple Cider Vinegar

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.

In food amounts, apple cider vinegar is well tolerated. Short-term medicinal use appears well tolerated too.

However, large doses or long-term use may not be safe. A rare case has been reported of someone who drank 250 mL daily for 6 years and developed low potassium, high bone-buffering effects, and osteoporosis.

The safety data on large supplement doses is limited, so if you're considering this for a health reason, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist first. Topical use carries a risk of chemical burns and skin irritation, so avoid applying it directly to skin.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Apple Cider Vinegar

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 — Apple Cider Vinegar.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications; heart-rhythm medications.
  • For scale: 162 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.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you take digoxin (a heart drug), diuretics, insulin, or other diabetes medications. All carry documented interaction risks: Moderate severity for heart and water-pill drugs, and Moderate to Minor for blood-sugar control.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product is one to check before you start, especially if you take heart, water-pill, insulin, or diabetes medications—the potassium and blood-sugar interactions are real. The evidence for what apple cider vinegar actually does isn't established in our data.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this makes sense for you and your medications.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 23, 2023.

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 Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand LuckyVitamin
Barcode (UPC) 810026421662
Net contents 180 Veg Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2023
DSLD ID 283057
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg by LuckyVitamin, 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 Veg Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Veg Capsule(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
810026421662
IngredientAmount% DV
Apple Cider Vinegar, Powder900 mg--

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin, Hypromellose, Stearic Acid, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Usage: Take 1-2 capsules up to 3 times daily with food.

Formula

Apple Cider Vinegar is derived from the natural fermentation of sweet apple cider. Vinegar has been used worldwide for more than 2000 years of various culinary purposes. More recently, it has been recognized for its acidic properties.

Precautions

Caution: For adults only.

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Formulation

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

Non-GMO

General Statements

1 year happiness guarantee

Seals/Symbols

Guaranteed Quality & Potency

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

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Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg by LuckyVitamin label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg by LuckyVitamin

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

Serving size1 Veg Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Apple Cider Vinegar, Powder

Interacts with
162 drugs
900 mg per serving

Apple cider vinegar is a fermented apple product that many people use hoping to help with blood sugar, weight, or digestion. The evidence for most of...

Apple Cider Vinegar, Powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin, Hypromellose, Stearic Acid, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg by LuckyVitamin Drug Interactions

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162Drugs
89 Moderate 73 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg 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.

Apple Cider Vinegar, Powder4 drug types · 162 drugs

Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Theoretically, concomitant use of apple cider vinegar with digoxin might increase the risk of cardiac toxicity.
A case of hypokalemia related to chronic use of apple cider vinegar has been reported. Theoretically, overuse of apple cider vinegar could decrease potassium levels, increasing the risk of toxicity with digoxin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, concomitant use of apple cider vinegar with diuretic drugs might increase the risk of hypokalemia.
A case of hypokalemia related to chronic use of apple cider vinegar has been reported. There is some concern that people taking apple cider vinegar along with potassium depleting diuretics might have an increased risk for hypokalemia.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Insulin

Theoretically, concomitant use of apple cider vinegar with insulin might increase the risk of hypokalemia.
A case of hypokalemia related to chronic use of apple cider vinegar has been reported. Theoretically, overuse of apple cider vinegar concomitantly with insulin might increase the risk of hypokalemia.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking apple cider vinegar with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Apple cider vinegar might reduce fasting and postprandial blood glucose levels and decrease gastric emptying in people with diabetes. However, not all research agrees. Theoretically, it might have additive effects on glucose levels when used with antidiabetes drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg, from the product label.

LuckyVitamin

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Name
Lucky Health Group Inc.
City
Conshohocken
State
PA
ZipCode
19428
Web Address
www.LuckyVitamin.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg by LuckyVitamin: Common Questions

Does Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg by LuckyVitamin interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg has a known interaction with 162 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg 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.
Does apple cider vinegar actually work for acne or skin problems?
The evidence in our data is insufficient to say. We don't have reliable evidence that it works for acne, eczema, or other conditions it's often promoted for. If you're interested in it for a skin issue, ask your doctor or dermatologist whether it makes sense for you.
Is it safe to take long-term?
Large or long-term doses may not be safe. One reported case involved someone who drank apple cider vinegar daily for 6 years and developed low potassium, bone loss, and kidney effects. The safety data on supplement doses over time is limited, so check with your doctor before taking this long-term.
Can I apply it to my skin?
We don't recommend it. Topical apple cider vinegar has caused chemical burns and skin irritation in reported cases, even from brief applications. Keep it oral only, and even then, only in amounts your doctor approves.
What are the main side effects?
In food amounts, it's generally well tolerated. In larger or long-term doses, serious side effects are rare but reported—low potassium, bone loss, and skin irritation if applied topically. Short-term medicinal use at normal doses seems well tolerated, but the data on large or chronic supplement doses is limited.
Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
The safety data for pregnancy and breastfeeding isn't on file in our data. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before taking this while pregnant or nursing.

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Apple Cider Vinegar 450 mg'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.

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The 11 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.

Apple Cider Vinegar 11 references
  1. Lhotta K, Hofle G, Gasser R, Finkenstedt G. Hypokalemia, hyperreninemia, and osteoporosis in a patient ingesting large amounts of cider vinegar. Nephron 1998;80:242-3. PubMed
  2. Hill LL, Woodruff LH, Foote JC, Barreto-Alcoba M. Esophageal injury by apple cider vinegar tablets and subsequent evaluation of products. J Am Diet Assoc 2005;105:1141-4. PubMed
  3. Hlebowicz J, Darwiche G, Björgell O, Almér LO. Effect of apple cider vinegar on delayed gastric emptying in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus: a pilot study. BMC Gastroenterol 2007;7:46. PubMed
  4. Johnston CS, Kim CM, Buller AJ. Vinegar improves insulin sensitivity to a high-carbohydrate meal in subjects with insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care 2004;27:281-2. PubMed
  5. Lhotta, K., Hofle, G., Gasser, R., and Finkenstedt, G. Hypokalemia, hyperreninemia and osteoporosis in a patient ingesting large amounts of cider vinegar. Nephron 1998;80(2):242-243. PubMed
  6. Bunick CG, Lott JP, Warren CB, et al. Chemical burn from topical apple cider vinegar. J Am Acad Dermatol 2012;67(4):e143-4. PubMed
  7. Feldstein S, Afshar M, Krakowski AC. Chemical Burn from Vinegar Following an Internet-based Protocol for Self-removal of Nevi. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2015 Jun;8(6):50.
  8. Luu LA, Flowers RH, Kellams AL, et al. Apple cider vinegar soaks [0.5%] as a treatment for atopic dermatitis do not improve skin barrier integrity. Pediatr Dermatol. 2019;36(5):634-639. PubMed
  9. Hadi A, Pourmasoumi M, Najafgholizadeh A, Clark CCT, Esmaillzadeh A. The effect of apple cider vinegar on lipid profiles and glycemic parameters: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. BMC Complement Med Ther 2021;21(1):179. PubMed
  10. Feise NK, Johnston CS. Commercial vinegar tablets do not display the same physiological benefits for managing postprandial glucose concentrations as liquid vinegar. J Nutr Metab 2020;2020:9098739. PubMed
  11. Gheflati A, Bashiri R, Ghadiri-Anari A, Reza JZ, Kord MT, Nadjarzadeh A. The effect of apple vinegar consumption on glycemic indices, blood pressure, oxidative stress, and homocysteine in patients with type 2 diabetes and dyslipidemia: A randomized contro

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