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Apple Cider Vinegar Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by High Level

Apple Cider Vinegar label
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Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Apple Cider Vinegar 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

Apple Cider Vinegar is a dietary supplement by High Level 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. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Apple Cider Vinegar by High Level

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 1 active ingredient: apple cider vinegar. The capsules also include cellulose and L-leucine as inactive ingredients (binders and capsule material).

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 whether apple cider vinegar works for any of the uses it's marketed for—acne, athletic performance, cognitive function, dental plaque, depression, or eczema all fall under insufficient reliable evidence. That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the research isn't strong enough yet for us to rate it one way or the other.

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 the amounts you'd eat in food, apple cider vinegar is generally well tolerated. But in larger supplement doses, especially over the long term, safety data is limited.

The main concern is chronic use in big amounts: there's a published report of someone who drank 250 mL daily for 6 years and developed dangerously low potassium, high renin levels, and weakened bones (osteoporosis). Applied to skin, apple cider vinegar can cause chemical burns and irritation—there are case reports of burns from both single applications and repeated use over days.

Short-term use by mouth for medicinal purposes appears okay, but long-term large doses may not be safe.

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.

Before you take this, double-check it with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on diuretics (water pills), digoxin (Lanoxin), insulin, or antidiabetes drugs—all have documented interactions with apple cider vinegar, and the risk of low potassium or low blood sugar matters.

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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.

If you take diuretics, digoxin, insulin, or diabetes medications, you'll want to talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product because of the potassium and blood sugar concerns. If you're healthy and use small amounts short-term, it's generally well tolerated, but avoid applying it directly to skin.

For any chronic or large-dose use, check with your own healthcare provider first.

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 Jun 22, 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, straight from the product label.

Brand High Level
Barcode (UPC) 680392905864
Net contents 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 22, 2023
DSLD ID 287443
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Apple Cider Vinegar by High Level, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
680392905864
IngredientAmount% DV
Apple Cider Vinegar1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, L-Leucine

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Label statements
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Formulation

No soy/salt/yeast/gluten/sugar/dairy or eggs/starch/preservatives

Weight loss support + healthy detoxing agent

Gluten free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) capsule twice a day with food or as directed by your health care professional.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in the USA GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Certified

General Statements

@Livehighlevel

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Apple Cider Vinegar by High Level label

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Apple Cider Vinegar label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Apple Cider Vinegar by High Level

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Interacts with
162 drugs
1000 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 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, L-Leucine. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Apple Cider Vinegar by High Level Drug Interactions

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162Drugs
89 Moderate 73 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Apple Cider Vinegar 162

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Apple Cider Vinegar interact with 162 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Apple Cider Vinegar interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Apple Cider Vinegar

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Apple Cider Vinegar 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 Vinegar4 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
Apple Cider Vinegar full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

High Level

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Name
High Level, LLC
City
Glendale
State
CA
ZipCode
91203
Phone Number
1-833-444-4585
Web Address
www.LiveHighLevel.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Apple Cider Vinegar by High Level: Common Questions

Does Apple Cider Vinegar by High Level interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Apple Cider Vinegar 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 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 help with acne or other skin problems?
We don't have strong enough evidence to say it works for acne, eczema, or dental plaque. The research so far is insufficient to rate it either way—it may or may not help, but we can't claim it's effective based on the data we hold.
Is it safe to use apple cider vinegar on my skin?
No—topical use may not be safe. There are case reports of chemical burns from applying apple cider vinegar to skin, including from just a single application. Stick to oral use if you choose to take it, and avoid putting it directly on your skin.
What happens if I take apple cider vinegar for a long time?
Long-term use in large amounts carries risks we're not sure about yet. There's one documented case of someone who developed dangerously low potassium, bone weakness, and elevated renin levels after drinking large doses daily for years. Food amounts are likely fine, but medicinal or supplement doses over the long term need your doctor's approval.
Will this lower my blood sugar if I'm on diabetes medication?
Possibly—apple cider vinegar may reduce blood sugar on its own, and combined with your diabetes medication it could raise the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Definitely talk with your doctor or pharmacist before you start.
Is this safe to take while pregnant or nursing?
We don't have enough safety data on supplement doses in pregnancy or lactation to say either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice based on your situation.

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The Full Monographs Behind Apple Cider Vinegar’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Apple Cider Vinegar

Interacts with 162 drugs

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 these uses is limited and mixed, and the...

Read the full Apple Cider Vinegar monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Apple Cider Vinegar'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 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

See these in context on the Apple Cider Vinegar monograph →

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