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Bergamot 375 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by ProCaps Laboratories

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

Bergamot 375 is a dietary supplement by ProCaps Laboratories with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, heart and metabolic health, anxiety and stress (aromatherapy).Based on those ingredients, 410 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bergamot Fruit Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bergamot 375 by ProCaps Laboratories

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.

Bergamot 375 contains one active ingredient: bergamot fruit extract. This is the concentrated extract of the bergamot fruit, a citrus plant.

The capsule itself is made from gelatin.

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: supports healthy cholesterol metabolism and cardiovascular health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Hyperlipidemia, Metabolic syndrome, Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), Obesity, dyslipidemia, atherosclerosis risk — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Bergamot is rated "Possibly Effective" for Hyperlipidemia (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Bergamot is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), Obesity, Metabolic syndrome.

In the data we hold, bergamot is rated possibly effective for high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia). For mental alertness, it's rated possibly ineffective.

We don't have enough reliable evidence to rate it for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease or autism spectrum disorder.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bergamot

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.

The oral extract in this product appears generally well tolerated short-term, though one person in clinical research reported heartburn. Do not take bergamot during pregnancy — there isn't enough safety information and it's best to avoid it.

Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so avoiding it is the safer choice. If you're thinking about it during either time, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bergamot

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 — Bergamot.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 410 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 your medications against these two drug types before starting: antidiabetes drugs (used to lower blood sugar), and photosensitizing drugs (medications that increase your skin's sensitivity to sun). Both interactions are Moderate.

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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.

Bergamot 375 may be worth considering if you're looking to address high cholesterol and you don't take blood-sugar-lowering or photosensitizing medications. If you take either of those drug types, check with us first.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Skip it and talk with your pharmacist about other options.

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 Dec 21, 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 Bergamot 375, straight from the product label.

Brand ProCaps Laboratories
Barcode (UPC) 802181
Net contents 240 Easy-To-Swallow Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 21, 2024
DSLD ID 320062
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), No Allergies, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bergamot 375 by ProCaps Laboratories, 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)
Servings per container
240
UPC/BARCODE
802181
IngredientAmount% DV
Bergamot Fruit Extract375 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use Consume one capsule daily. You can increase your intake based upon your needs and as guided by your health care provider.

General Statements

For questions about the use of this product call 800.800.1200. Questions? Reorder?

Formulation

Since 1979, Unsurpassed purity, quality and efficacy. 100% Solar production Zero-carbon footprint 100% Solar

Supports healthy cholesterol metabolism and cardiovascular health

Contains no additives or common allergens

Contains No milk, soy, yeast, wheat, gluten, sodium, salt, sugar, fat, cholesterol, color, preservative, common allergens, genetically modified (GMO) ingredients or manufacturing additives.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2023 ProCaps Laboratories

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Bergamot 375 provides a standardized extract of bergamot (Citrus bergamia), a citrus fruit that is native to southern Italy and recognized for its rich content of protective compounds. Bergamot has not been used for centuries for its wide-ranging health benefits and it is the well-known flavor of earl gray tea. Our uniquely standardized extract of bergamot fruit is rich in protective compounds that are intended and targeted to support healthy cholesterol metabolism thereby supporting heart and cardiovascular health. Given the important role that cholesterol metabolism plays in heart health, our Bergamot 375 is a common sense, natural addition to supporting cardiovascular health.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

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Bergamot 375 by ProCaps Laboratories label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bergamot 375 by ProCaps Laboratories

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container240 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bergamot Fruit Extract

Interacts with
410 drugs
375 mg per serving Form: Flavonoids

Bergamot is a Mediterranean citrus fruit, and its standardized extract is most often used to support cholesterol and heart health, with some early but...

Bergamot Fruit Extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Bergamot 375 by ProCaps Laboratories Drug Interactions

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410Drugs
410 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Bergamot 375 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.

Bergamot Fruit Extract2 drug types · 410 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking bergamot with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that bergamot juice has hypoglycemic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Photosensitizing Drugs

Theoretically, topical bergamot essential oil might increase the risk of side effects when used along with photosensitizing drugs.
Bergamot contains bergapten, which has photosensitizing effects.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bergamot 375, from the product label.

ProCaps Laboratories

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Name
ProCaps Labs
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Phone Number
800.800.1200
Web Address
ProCaps.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bergamot 375 by ProCaps Laboratories: Common Questions

Does Bergamot 375 by ProCaps Laboratories interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Bergamot 375 has a known interaction with 410 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bergamot 375 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 take this if I'm on diabetes medication?
Not without checking first. Bergamot may lower blood sugar on its own, so combining it with diabetes drugs could push your blood sugar too low. Use our medication checker with your exact drug name, or talk to your pharmacist.
Is it safe to take bergamot if I'm pregnant?
No. There isn't enough safety information about bergamot in pregnancy, so it's best to avoid it. Talk with your doctor about what you can take instead.
Will this help with high cholesterol?
Bergamot is rated possibly effective for high cholesterol in the evidence we hold, which means there's some promise but it's not proven yet. It's worth discussing with your doctor as part of your overall plan.
What's bergapten, and why does it matter?
Bergapten is a natural compound in bergamot that makes your skin more sensitive to sunlight. If you're on a medication that does the same thing, using both together could increase your risk of sun-related skin reactions.
Can I use this while breastfeeding?
Safety while breastfeeding isn't known, so avoiding it is the safer choice. Talk with your pharmacist about alternatives.
Does it have a lot of fillers?
This product has just the one active ingredient, bergamot fruit extract, plus gelatin in the capsule shell. That's it.

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Sources & How We Checked

Bergamot 375'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 17 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.

Bergamot 17 references
  1. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  2. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  3. Naganuma M, Hirose S, Nakayama Y, et al. A study of the phototoxicity of lemon oil. Arch Dermatol Res 1985;278:31-6. . PubMed
  4. Kaddu, S., Kerl, H., and Wolf, P. Accidental bullous phototoxic reactions to bergamot aromatherapy oil. J.Am.Acad.Dermatol. 2001;45(3):458-461. PubMed
  5. Finsterer, J. Earl Grey tea intoxication. Lancet 4-27-2002;359(9316):1484. PubMed
  6. Gruson, L. M. and Chang, M. W. Berloque dermatitis mimicking child abuse. Arch.Pediatr.Adolesc.Med. 2002;156(11):1091-1093. PubMed
  7. Weisenseel, P. and Woitalla, S. [Toxic mustard plaster dematitis and phototoxic dematitis after application of bergamot oil]. MMW.Fortschr.Med. 12-15-2005;147(51-52):53, 55.
  8. Placzek, M., Fromel, W., Eberlein, B., Gilbertz, K. P., and Przybilla, B. Evaluation of phototoxic properties of fragrances. Acta Derm.Venereol. 2007;87(4):312-316. PubMed
  9. Mollace, V., Sacco, I., Janda, E., Malara, C., Ventrice, D., Colica, C., Visalli, V., Muscoli, S., Ragusa, S., Muscoli, C., Rotiroti, D., and Romeo, F. Hypolipemic and hypoglycaemic activity of bergamot polyphenols: from animal models to human studies. F PubMed
  10. Morliere, P., Huppe, G., Averbeck, D., Young, A. R., Santus, R., and Dubertret, L. In vitro photostability and photosensitizing properties of bergamot oil. Effects of a cinnamate sunscreen. J.Photochem.Photobiol.B 1990;7(2-4):199-208. PubMed
  11. Young, A. R., Walker, S. L., Kinley, J. S., Plastow, S. R., Averbeck, D., Morliere, P., and Dubertret, L. Phototumorigenesis studies of 5-methoxypsoralen in bergamot oil: evaluation and modification of risk of human use in an albino mouse skin model. J.P PubMed
  12. Girard, J., Unkovic, J., Delahayes, J., and Lafille, C. [Phototoxicity of Bergamot oil. Comparison between humans and guinea pigs]. Dermatologica 1979;158(4):229-243.
  13. Zaynoun, S. T., Johnson, B. E., and Frain-Bell, W. A study of oil of bergamot and its importance as a phototoxic agent. II. Factors which affect the phototoxic reaction induced by bergamot oil and psoralen derivatives. Contact Dermatitis 1977;3(5):225-23 PubMed
  14. Zacher, K. D. and Ippen, H. [Contact dermatitis caused by bergamot oil]. Derm.Beruf.Umwelt. 1984;32(3):95-97.
  15. Yasui, Y. and Hirone, T. Action spectrum for bergamot-oil phototoxicity measured by sunburn cell counting. J.Dermatol. 1994;21(5):319-322. PubMed
  16. Zaynoun, S. T., Johnson, B. E., and Frain-Bell, W. A study of oil of bergamot and its importance as a phototoxic agent. I. Characterization and quantification of the photoactive component. Br.J.Dermatol. 1977;96(5):475-482. PubMed
  17. Bruno A, Pandolfo G, Crucitti M, Cedro C, Zoccali RA, Muscatello MRA. Bergamot Polyphenolic Fraction Supplementation Improves Cognitive Functioning in Schizophrenia: Data From an 8-Week, Open-Label Pilot Study. J Clin Psychopharmacol 2017;37(4):468-71. PubMed

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