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Apple Cider Vinegar Caps Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Life's Fortune

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

Apple Cider Vinegar Caps is a dietary supplement by Life's Fortune 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.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Apple Cider Vinegar Caps by Life's Fortune

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.

Apple Cider Vinegar Caps contains one active ingredient: apple cider vinegar. The capsule itself is made of gelatin.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Apple Cider Vinegar's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Weight loss and health formula.
  • We looked for evidence on: Obesity, Diabetes, Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes), Dyspepsia, Metabolic health, Appetite suppression — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Apple Cider Vinegar is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Diabetes (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Apple Cider Vinegar is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Dyspepsia, Obesity, Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes).

The evidence for what apple cider vinegar actually does isn't established yet in our data. Insufficient reliable evidence exists for acne, athletic performance, cognitive function, dental plaque, depression, and atopic dermatitis (eczema).

That doesn't mean it doesn't work—just that the research isn't there yet to back up any claims.

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. Used short-term by mouth for medicinal purposes, it seems okay too.

The safety concern kicks in with larger doses, long-term use, or unpasteurized versions—the data there is sparse. Rare but serious issues have been reported with extended high-dose use: low potassium (hypokalemia), elevated renin levels, and bone loss (osteoporosis).

One published case described someone who drank 250 mL (about 8 ounces) daily for six years and developed all three. Applied to skin, apple cider vinegar can cause chemical burns and irritation.

There is not enough data on file about safety in pregnancy and lactation; talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant or nursing.

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 taking this product, check whether you take diuretic drugs (water pills) or digoxin (Lanoxin) for your heart—both carry Moderate risks from the potassium-lowering effect. Also confirm any insulin or other blood sugar medications, as apple cider vinegar may lower blood sugar.

Your pharmacist or the search tool on this page can walk through your exact drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Apple Cider Vinegar Caps is well tolerated in food amounts and short-term medicinal use, but it interacts with several important medication types—especially diuretics, heart medications, and diabetes drugs. If you take any of those, check your exact medications with our tool before starting.

If you're pregnant or nursing, or if you plan long-term high-dose use, talk to your pharmacist 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 Feb 24, 2017.

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 Caps, straight from the product label.

Brand Life's Fortune
Net contents 90 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 24, 2017
DSLD ID 70624
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 Caps by Life's Fortune, 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)
IngredientAmount% DV
Apple Cider Vinegar500 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin Capsule

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Label statements
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General Statements

Product description Free USA shipping Ingredients (1 capsule)

Life's Fortune Apple Cider Vinegar 90 capsules 500 mg

Stimulant free - Fat buster Weight loss & health formula (100% all natural & safe)

Formula

Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg

Precautions

Information on this site is provided for informational purposes and is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by your own physician or other medical professional. You should not use the information contained herein for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing any medication.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

The statements contained in this website have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any disease.

Formulation

Does not include: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, dairy, artificial colors or artificial flavors.

General

Item # LF-0061

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Apple Cider Vinegar Caps by Life's Fortune label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Apple Cider Vinegar Caps by Life's Fortune

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

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

Apple Cider Vinegar

Interacts with
162 drugs
500 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: Gelatin Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Apple Cider Vinegar Caps by Life's Fortune 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 Caps 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
The maker

Brand information

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

Life's Fortune

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Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Apple Cider Vinegar Caps by Life's Fortune: Common Questions

Does Apple Cider Vinegar Caps by Life's Fortune interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Apple Cider Vinegar Caps 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 Caps 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 really work for acne, weight loss, or blood sugar?
The evidence isn't established yet in our data. There's insufficient reliable evidence to rate apple cider vinegar for acne, athletic performance, cognitive function, dental plaque, depression, or eczema. That doesn't mean people haven't had results—just that solid research backing any of these uses isn't there yet.
Is it safe to take apple cider vinegar long-term?
Short-term use in medicinal amounts seems well tolerated, but long-term high-dose use—especially without your doctor's okay—carries rare but serious risks: low potassium, elevated renin, and bone loss. Food amounts are fine. Talk to your doctor if you're thinking of using it daily for months or years.
Can I apply apple cider vinegar to my skin?
Apple cider vinegar applied topically can cause chemical burns, skin irritation, and erosion. Cases have been reported from just a few applications. It's not recommended for skin use without medical supervision.
What if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding—is it okay?
There isn't enough data on file to know whether apple cider vinegar is safe in pregnancy or lactation. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice about your situation.
Why do I need to check my water pills before taking this?
Diuretic drugs (water pills) already lower potassium levels in your body. Apple cider vinegar can also deplete potassium, and using both together raises the risk of dangerously low potassium levels (hypokalemia), which can cause serious health problems.
What's in the capsule besides apple cider vinegar?
The capsule itself is made of gelatin. That's the only other ingredient—no fillers or binders.

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Apple Cider Vinegar Caps'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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