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Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Horbaach

Gummy Or Jelly Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor is a dietary supplement by Horbaach 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 Natural Apple Flavor by Horbaach

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, the fermented juice from apples. The gummy also includes several inactive ingredients—cane sugar, tapioca syrup, pectin, citric acid, citrus fiber, medium chain triglyceride oil, fruit and vegetable juice, natural flavors, and sodium citrate—that give it its gummy texture and taste.

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 works reliably for acne, athletic performance, cognitive function, dental plaque, depression, or atopic dermatitis (eczema). Each of these uses carries an 'insufficient reliable evidence' rating, meaning the studies either aren't there yet or don't settle the question convincingly.

If you're considering this product for one of these reasons, it's worth a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current evidence actually supports.

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 as food, apple cider vinegar is generally well tolerated. When used orally for medicinal purposes over a short time, it also seems to be well tolerated.

However, large doses or long-term use raise concerns. There's a published case of someone who drank 250 mL (about 8 ounces) daily for 6 years and developed dangerously low potassium levels, high renin (a hormone that affects blood pressure), and osteoporosis.

Food amounts are likely fine, but avoid large medicinal or unpasteurized amounts unless your doctor has approved it. If you apply apple cider vinegar to your skin, there's a risk of chemical burns and irritation—that's a topical concern, not relevant to this gummy, but worth knowing if you've seen vinegar recommended for 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.

Before you take this product, double-check with your own doctor or pharmacist if you're on digoxin (a heart medication), diuretic drugs (water pills), insulin, or other antidiabetes medications. All carry documented interactions with apple cider vinegar.

The concern centers on potassium levels and, with diabetes drugs, 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 gummy is one ingredient: apple cider vinegar. If you don't take digoxin, diuretics, insulin, or other diabetes medications, it's probably fine to try—though the evidence it works for common claims (acne, brain fog, etc.) isn't solid yet.

If you do take any of those medications, check your exact drugs with your pharmacist or doctor before starting. Large doses or years of heavy use aren't well studied and may lower your potassium dangerously.

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 Sep 25, 2024.

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 Natural Apple Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand Horbaach
Barcode (UPC) 840050601945
Net contents 90 Vegan Gummy(ies)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2024
DSLD ID 317705
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Gummy Or Jelly
Dietary claims / uses All Other
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 Natural Apple Flavor by Horbaach, 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:
2 Vegan Gummy(ies)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Vegan Gummy(ies)
Servings per container
45
UPC/BARCODE
840050601945
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories20 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates4 Gram(s)1%
Added Sugars3 Gram(s)6%
Total Sugars3 Gram(s)--
Apple Cider Vinegar500 mg--

Other ingredients: Cane Sugar, Tapioca Syrup, Pectin, Citric Acid, Citrus Fiber, Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil, Fruit and Vegetable Juice, Natural Flavors, Sodium Citrate

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Label statements
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General Statements

Horbaach Non-GMO Promise At Horbaach, it's been our promise to deliver the highest quality vitamins and self-care products for over 40 years. It starts with meticulously sourcing the best ingredients from around the globe, then manufacturing them to the highest standards, and finally testing them here in the USA to confirm we are best in class. We put all our products to the test in our cutting-edge laboratory to guarantee the utmost purity and potency. Our mission is simple - to provide the best nutritional care you need to live happy and healthy, the Horbaach way.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

If any adverse reactions occur, immediately stop using this product and consult your doctor. If seal under cap is damaged or missing, do not use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid excessive heat.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2024 Horbaach Manufacturing LLC

Formulation

Non-GMO / Gluten free

100% Highest quality Ethically sourced ingredients GMP Good Manufacturing Practice

No Gluten Wheat Yeast Milk Lactose Soy Artificial flavor Artificial sweetener Non-GMO

Vegan formula

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adults, take two (2) vegan gummies daily, preferably with a meal.

Seals/Symbols

Packaged & Lab Tested in the USA

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Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor by Horbaach label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor by Horbaach

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

Serving size2 Vegan Gummy(ies) Dosage formGummy Or Jelly Servings per container45 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: Cane Sugar, Tapioca Syrup, Pectin, Citric Acid, Citrus Fiber, Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil, Fruit and Vegetable Juice, Natural Flavors, Sodium Citrate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor by Horbaach 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 Natural Apple Flavor 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 Natural Apple Flavor, from the product label.

Horbaach

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Name
Horbaach Manufacturing LLC
City
Las Vegas
State
NV
ZipCode
89703
Phone Number
1-800-945-8802
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor by Horbaach: Common Questions

Does Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor by Horbaach interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor 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 Natural Apple Flavor 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 this actually work for acne, energy, or weight loss?
The evidence we have doesn't establish it works reliably for acne, cognitive function, or other common uses people mention. Each claim is rated insufficient evidence, meaning the research isn't settled yet. Don't assume it'll do what you've read online.
Is it safe to take long-term?
In food amounts, yes. But large doses or years of heavy use haven't been well studied and may cause serious problems—one documented case involved dangerously low potassium, bone loss, and high blood pressure after 6 years of daily use. Stick to normal amounts unless your doctor says otherwise.
Will it lower my blood sugar if I'm diabetic?
Apple cider vinegar *might* lower blood glucose levels, so there's a theoretical risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) if you're already on diabetes medication. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before adding this to your routine if you take insulin or other diabetes drugs.
What if I'm on a water pill or heart medication?
If you take diuretics, digoxin, or other heart medications, run this by your doctor or pharmacist first. Apple cider vinegar may lower potassium, and low potassium can cause real problems with those drugs—especially digoxin, where the risk is moderate and serious.
Is the gummy form different from liquid vinegar?
The active ingredient is the same—apple cider vinegar—so the same interaction and safety concerns apply. The gummy just makes it easier to take, but don't assume it's safer in large amounts than the liquid.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on file for apple cider vinegar in pregnancy or lactation. Talk to your doctor or midwife before starting it—they can weigh the risks and benefits for your situation.

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The Full Monographs Behind Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Apple Cider Vinegar Natural Apple Flavor'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

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