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Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by The Vitamin Shoppe

Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin label
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Tablet Or Pill Category: Botanical With Nutrients
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin 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 with Apple Pectin is a dietary supplement by The Vitamin Shoppe with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diarrhea relief, constipation and digestive health, cholesterol support.Based on those ingredients, 184 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Apple Cider Vinegar powder, Apple Pectin. 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 with Apple Pectin by The Vitamin Shoppe

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 16, 2026

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 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This tablet has 2 active ingredients: apple pectin and apple cider vinegar powder. Apple pectin is a soluble fiber extracted from apples.

Apple cider vinegar powder is a dehydrated form of fermented apple juice. The product also contains several inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, dicalcium phosphate, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, and an aqueous coating — that help form and preserve the tablet.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports its ingredients for:

Why this rating?
  • The label markets general wellness (“Digestive support”), not a specific health condition, so there is no single claim to grade against clinical-evidence data.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Hypercholesterolemia — rated "Possibly Effective" (Pectin) (Natural Medicines).

Apple pectin has possibly effective evidence for high cholesterol, though more research would strengthen that claim. For blood sugar control and prediabetes, the evidence isn't established in our data.

Apple cider vinegar powder shows insufficient evidence across the conditions we have on file — acne, athletic performance, cognition, dental plaque, depression, and eczema — meaning the science hasn't yet reliably shown it works for any of those uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Pectin 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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Apple pectin from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated. The most common side effects are diarrhea, gas, loose stools, and mild cramps.

Rarely, sensitive people can have allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. Apple cider vinegar in food amounts is generally safe, but in larger doses or long-term use, it can lower potassium levels, raise renin (affecting blood pressure regulation), and weaken bone.

One person who took 250 mL daily for 6 years developed low potassium, elevated renin, and osteoporosis. There isn't enough safety data to know how either ingredient affects pregnancy or breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Pectin 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?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Pectin, 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: 184 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 supplement, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on digoxin (a heart medication) — both ingredients can affect how well it works or increase toxicity risk. You should also confirm the safety of this product if you take lovastatin, tetracycline antibiotics, diuretics, insulin, or other antidiabetes drugs, as pectin and apple cider vinegar can interfere with how they're absorbed or work in your body.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product may help with high cholesterol if pectin's possibly effective rating holds up for you, but it carries Moderate-severity interactions with heart medications, cholesterol drugs, antibiotics, and blood-sugar or water-pill medications. If you're on digoxin, a statin, tetracyclines, diuretics, or insulin, run this by your doctor or pharmacist first.

For anyone else, check your full medication list before starting.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 22, 2020.

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 with Apple Pectin, straight from the product label.

Brand The Vitamin Shoppe
Barcode (UPC) 766536021680
Net contents 100 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2020
DSLD ID 221417
Product type Botanical With Nutrients
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, 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 with Apple Pectin by The Vitamin Shoppe, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
UPC/BARCODE
766536021680
IngredientAmount% DV
Apple Pectin27 mg--
Apple Cider Vinegar powder108 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Aqueous Coating

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Label statements
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Formula

Apple Cider Vinegar With Apple Pectin a fermented superfood

Formulation

Digestive support

Gluten-free Dairy-free Soy-free Nut-free Does not contain: Gluten, sugar, salt, preservatives, artificial colors or flavors.

General Statements

Specialty

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Quality Promise Tested & Trusted

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take one (1) tablet up to two (2) times daily, preferably with meals.

Precautions

Warning: Consult your healthcare provider prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication, or have any medical conditions.

Keep out of reach of children.

Tamper evident Do not use if outer seal is broken or missing.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin by The Vitamin Shoppe label

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Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin by The Vitamin Shoppe

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Apple Pectin

Interacts with
23 drugs
27 mg per serving

Pectin is a natural soluble fiber found in fruits like apples and citrus, and it is widely used in foods and as a fiber supplement. It may modestly he...

Apple Pectin monograph & interactions

Apple Cider Vinegar powder

Interacts with
162 drugs
108 mg per serving Form: Acetic Acid

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: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Aqueous Coating. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin by The Vitamin Shoppe Drug Interactions

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184Drugs
111 Moderate 73 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Apple Cider Vinegar powder 162
Apple Pectin 23

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin interact with 184 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

2 of the 2 ingredients in Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Apple Cider Vinegar powder Apple Pectin

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin with known interactions, here are the types of medications they 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
Apple Cider Vinegar powder full monograph & interactions

Apple Pectin3 drug types · 23 drugs

Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Theoretically, pectin might reduce the absorption of digoxin, potentially decreasing its effectiveness.
A small clinical study shows that taking digoxin with a kaolin-pectin suspension reduces the absorption of digoxin by about 62%. It is unclear if these effects are due to pectin, kaolin, or the combination.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Lovastatin (Mevacor)

Theoretically, pectin might reduce the absorption of lovastatin, potentially decreasing its effectiveness.
Case reports suggest that concomitant use of pectin and lovastatin might reduce the cholesterol-lowering effect of lovastatin, possibly due to reduced intestinal absorption of lovastatin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Tetracycline Antibiotics

Theoretically, pectin might reduce the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics, potentially decreasing their effectiveness.
A small clinical study shows that taking tetracycline with bismuth subsalicylate in a kaolin-pectin suspension reduces the absorption of tetracycline by about 34%. It is unclear if these effects are due to pectin, kaolin, bismuth subsalicylate, or the combination.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Apple Pectin full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

The Vitamin Shoppe

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Name
The Vitamin Shoppe
City
Secaucus
State
NJ
ZipCode
07094
Phone Number
1-866-293-3367
Web Address
www.vitaminshoppe.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin by The Vitamin Shoppe: Common Questions

Does Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin by The Vitamin Shoppe interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin has a known interaction with 184 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 with Apple Pectin contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 pectin actually help with cholesterol?
Pectin has possibly effective evidence for high cholesterol, meaning there's some research support but not yet strong enough to be called proven. It may help, but don't count on it as a stand-alone treatment — talk with your doctor about whether it fits your plan.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people experience mild digestive effects like diarrhea, gas, loose stools, or cramps. Rarely, people sensitive to pectin can have serious allergic reactions. If you notice swelling, breathing trouble, or hives, stop and seek help right away.
Is it safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data on supplement doses during pregnancy or breastfeeding to know either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before taking this product.
Why does the label say it has apple cider vinegar if the evidence doesn't support it?
The science on apple cider vinegar for conditions like acne, skin health, or energy is still inconclusive in our data — that doesn't mean it won't work for you, just that controlled trials haven't yet reliably proven it does. Manufacturers include it based on traditional use and ongoing research interest.
Can I take this long-term?
Apple cider vinegar in large doses or over many years has been linked to low potassium, bone weakening, and changes in blood pressure regulation. If you plan to take this regularly, check with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure it's safe for you.
What are the inactive ingredients, and does the product have fillers?
The product contains microcrystalline cellulose, dicalcium phosphate, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, and an aqueous coating — these are the binders and fillers that hold the tablet together. If you have sensitivities to any of these, check the label or ask your pharmacist.

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The Full Monographs Behind Apple Cider Vinegar with Apple Pectin’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Pectin

Interacts with 23 drugs

Pectin is a natural soluble fiber found in fruits like apples and citrus, and it is widely used in foods and as a fiber supplement. It may modestly help with cholesterol, blood sugar, and di...

Read the full Pectin monograph → 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 with Apple Pectin'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 22 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.

Pectin 11 references
  1. Jaakkola MS, et al. Asthma caused by occupational exposure to pectin. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1997;100:575-6. PubMed
  2. Westphal W, et al. [Exogenous allergic asthma following pectin exposure-a new occupational allergen]. Pneumologie 1990;44(Suppl 1):337-8.
  3. Baldwin JL, et al. Pectin-induced occupational asthma. Chest 1993;104:1936-7. PubMed
  4. Cohen AJ, Forse MS, Tarlo SM. Occupational asthma caused by pectin inhalation during the manufacture of jam. Chest 1993;103:309-11.
  5. Kraut A, et al. Christmas candy maker's asthma. IgG4-mediated pectin allergy. Chest 1992;102:1605-7. PubMed
  6. Richter WO, Jacob BG, Schwandt P. Interaction between fibre and lovastatin. Lancet 1991;338:706.
  7. Albert KS, Ayres JW, DiSanto AR, et al. Influence of kaolin-pectin suspension on digoxin bioavailability. J Pharm Sci 1978;67:1582-6. PubMed
  8. Albert KS, Welch RD, DeSante KA, et al. Decreased tetracycline bioavailability caused by a bismuth subsalicylate antidiarrheal mixture. J Pharm Sci 1979;68:586-8. PubMed
  9. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
  10. Federal Register April 17,2003. Anti-Diarrheal Products for over-the-counter human use; final monograph. Available at: http://www.fda.gov/OHRMS/DOCKETS/98fr/03-9380.pdf (Accessed 27 December 2004).
  11. Washio K, Nakamura M, Sato N, et al. Anaphylaxis in a pectin- and cashew nut-allergic child caused by a citrus bath. Allergol Int 2022;71(1):155-157. PubMed

See these in context on the Pectin monograph →

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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