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Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com

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 Powder 500 mg contains one active ingredient: apple cider vinegar in powder form. The powder also includes maltodextrin as an inactive ingredient (a filler that helps with texture and absorption).

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 powder works for the conditions it's often marketed for — acne, athletic performance, cognitive function, dental plaque, depression, or atopic dermatitis (eczema). The data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for any of these uses.

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 found in food, apple cider vinegar is generally well tolerated. For short-term medicinal use at normal doses, it also appears well tolerated in most people.

However, the safety data on larger supplement doses is limited, and long-term or high-dose use raises concerns. Chronic heavy use — particularly undiluted or unpasteurized forms — can cause rare but serious effects: low potassium (hypokalemia), elevated renin levels, and bone loss (osteoporosis).

One documented case involved someone drinking 250 mL daily for 6 years. Topically, apple cider vinegar can cause chemical burns and skin irritation, even from a single application.

Avoid placing it directly on 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 pharmacist before taking this product if you use diuretic drugs (water pills), digoxin (Lanoxin), insulin, or any diabetes medication. The main risks are low potassium with diuretics and digoxin, and low blood sugar with diabetes drugs.

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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, talk with your pharmacist before using this powder — the potassium and blood sugar effects matter for your safety. For others, occasional food-amount use is likely fine, but large or long-term doses lack solid safety data.

Your pharmacist can help you weigh the risks for your specific medications and health.

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 Apr 24, 2025.

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 Powder 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X002HGGX39
Net contents 250 Gram(s); 8.8 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 24, 2025
DSLD ID 330682
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
500 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
500 mg
Servings per container
500
UPC/BARCODE
X002HGGX39
IngredientAmount% DV
Apple Cider Vinegar, Powder500 mg--

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin

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Label statements
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Formula

Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg per serving

Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & Pure Bulk Supplements

Formulation

Color may vary

Free of: added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 500 mg (about 1/5 tsp) once or twice daily with meal, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place

General Statements

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size500 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container500 Amounts shown are per serving.

Apple Cider Vinegar, Powder

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, Powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com 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 Powder 500 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 Powder 500 mg, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
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Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 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 Powder 500 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.
Can I use this if I take a water pill (diuretic) for blood pressure?
You should check with your pharmacist first. Apple cider vinegar can lower potassium levels, and diuretics already do that — together, the risk climbs. Your pharmacist can help you decide if it's safe or if you need to monitor your potassium.
Does apple cider vinegar actually help with acne or other skin problems?
The evidence we have isn't reliable enough to say it works for acne or eczema. On top of that, applying it directly to skin can cause chemical burns and irritation, so it's not a safe topical option.
Is it safe to take long-term?
At food amounts, it's generally well tolerated. But large or long-term supplement doses have limited safety data, and chronic heavy use can cause serious problems like low potassium, elevated renin, and bone loss — one documented case involved 6 years of daily use. Talk with your doctor before using it long-term at high doses.
What if I take insulin?
Apple cider vinegar may lower blood sugar and could raise the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) when combined with insulin. Check with your pharmacist or doctor before adding this supplement.
Is this safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on file for apple cider vinegar powder during pregnancy or lactation. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance.
What exactly is in this powder besides the apple cider vinegar?
The powder contains maltodextrin as an inactive ingredient — a filler that helps the powder hold together and mix.

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The Full Monographs Behind Apple Cider Vinegar Powder 500 mg’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 Powder 500 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.

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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