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Apple Pectin Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbadiet

Apple Pectin Powder label
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Powder Category: Fiber And Other 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 Pectin Powder 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 Pectin Powder is a dietary supplement by Herbadiet with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diarrhea relief, constipation and digestive health, cholesterol support.Based on those ingredients, 23 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Apple Pectin, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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Check Your Meds Against Apple Pectin Powder by Herbadiet

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Apple Pectin Powder by Herbadiet

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 pectin powder. Pectin is a natural fiber from apples that your digestive system doesn't absorb — it passes through largely unchanged.

There are no inactive ingredients listed in this formulation.

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
Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: intestinal support and dietary fiber.
  • We looked for evidence on: Diarrhea, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Hypercholesterolemia, Impaired glucose tolerance (Prediabetes), constipation — and 2 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Pectin is rated "Possibly Effective" for Hypercholesterolemia (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Pectin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Diarrhea, Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Impaired glucose tolerance (Prediabetes).

The evidence for pectin's effectiveness is mixed and depends on what you're using it for. For high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia), the data rates pectin as possibly effective — meaning there's some promise, but the evidence isn't rock-solid yet.

For blood sugar control in prediabetes and for reducing effects of radiation exposure, there isn't enough reliable evidence in our data to say whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Pectin

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.

Pectin from food and typical supplement amounts is generally well tolerated. The most common side effects are digestive: diarrhea, gas, loose stools, and mild cramps.

Allergic reactions are rare but can happen in sensitive people — including severe reactions like anaphylaxis in individuals with oral allergy syndrome. There's also a note that breathing in pectin dust occupationally can trigger asthma.

For pregnancy and breastfeeding, the data isn't fully established for concentrated supplements, though dietary amounts are considered fine. If you're pregnant or nursing and want to take this supplement, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first — we don't have enough safety data to give you a clear yes or no on our own.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Pectin

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 — Pectin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: heart-rhythm medications.
  • For scale: 23 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 before taking this product if you use digoxin (Lanoxin) for your heart, tetracycline antibiotics for infections, or lovastatin for cholesterol. All three carry Moderate-severity interaction risks where pectin may reduce how well your body absorbs the drug.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Apple Pectin Powder is a single-ingredient fiber supplement with modest evidence for cholesterol support. It's generally well tolerated but can cause mild digestive upset.

If you take digoxin, tetracycline antibiotics, lovastatin, or other prescription medications, check your exact drug list with the tool on this page before starting — pectin can interfere with how your body absorbs certain medications.

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 Pectin Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbadiet
Net contents 0 Not Present
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 22, 2023
DSLD ID 293494
Product type Fiber And Other Nutrients
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 Pectin Powder by Herbadiet, 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:
1400 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
2800 mg
IngredientAmount% DV
Apple Pectin, Powder1400 mg--

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Label statements
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Formulation

Intestinal support Dietary fiber

Free of fillers, binders, artificial ingredients, dairy, soy, wheat, gluten, yeast

Being a natural produce, there can be minor color variations because of geographical & seasonal variation of the raw material. Supplements can be hygroscopic & may agglomerate at times. This, in no way, affect the efficacy of the product.

Ethically sourced Scientifically tested Premium grade ingredients

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take up to 2800 mg or as directed by your physician

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Pregnant or lactating women should consult your physician before use.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool & dark.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: 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.

Seals/Symbols

FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) Lic. No: 20817018000147

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Apple Pectin Powder by Herbadiet label

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Apple Pectin Powder label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Apple Pectin Powder by Herbadiet

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

Serving size1400 mg Dosage formPowder Amounts shown are per serving.

Apple Pectin, Powder

Interacts with
23 drugs
1400 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, Powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Apple Pectin Powder by Herbadiet Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Apple Pectin, Powder 23

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Apple Pectin Powder interact with 23 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Apple Pectin Powder interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Apple Pectin, Powder

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Apple Pectin Powder 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 Pectin, Powder3 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, Powder full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Apple Pectin Powder, from the product label.

Herbadiet

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Name
Arkure Health Care
Street Address
11, Sector - 14
City
Rohtak
State
Haryana
ZipCode
124001
Web Address
www.herbadiet.in
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Apple Pectin Powder by Herbadiet: Common Questions

Does Apple Pectin Powder by Herbadiet interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Apple Pectin Powder has a known interaction with 23 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Apple Pectin Powder 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.
Will Apple Pectin Powder help my cholesterol?
The evidence rates pectin as possibly effective for high cholesterol — there's some promise, but it's not proven. It may help, but don't rely on it alone; talk to your doctor about whether it fits with your other treatments.
What side effects might I have?
Most people tolerate pectin well. Common mild effects are gas, loose stools, diarrhea, or light cramping. Allergic reactions are rare but serious — if you have a history of oral allergies or asthma triggered by airborne particles, be cautious and check with your pharmacist first.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have enough safety data on concentrated pectin supplements during pregnancy or breastfeeding to say either way. Dietary amounts of pectin are fine, but for the supplement form, talk with your doctor or pharmacist — they can give you personalized advice based on your situation.
Why does pectin interact with so many medications?
Pectin is a fiber that doesn't get absorbed — it moves through your digestive tract and can physically bind to or slow the absorption of other drugs passing through at the same time, making them less effective. Timing and spacing your doses apart can sometimes help, but your pharmacist needs to check your specific medications first.
Can I take this if I'm on digoxin or antibiotics?
Pectin may reduce how much of these drugs your body absorbs, which could weaken them. Don't start this supplement without checking with your pharmacist — they may adjust when you take each one or suggest you skip the pectin altogether.

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The Full Monographs Behind Apple Pectin Powder’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 →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Apple Pectin Powder'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.

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 →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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