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Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by LifeLink

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Tablet Or Pill Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Oct 7, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 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

Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 is a dietary supplement by LifeLink with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for candida and yeast overgrowth, gut health support, antimicrobial.Based on those ingredients, 262 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Caprylic Acid. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 by LifeLink

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: caprylic acid, a fatty acid that occurs naturally in coconut oil and breast milk. The tablet also includes inactive ingredients—maltodextrin, glycerol monostearate, Methocel, silicon dioxide, and gelatin—that help form and deliver the caprylic acid.

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

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: inhibit fungal growth including Candida.
  • We looked for evidence on: Candidiasis, Yeast overgrowth, Fungal infection.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence supporting caprylic acid for epilepsy and essential tremor is insufficient at this time. We don't have reliable data in our files to say whether this product works for these uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Caprylic Acid

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.

Caprylic acid is generally recognized as safe in food, but supplement doses are less well studied. Short-term use appears well tolerated, with mild abdominal discomfort and changes in taste perception reported most often.

A small number of users have experienced mild dizziness, headache, or fatigue. Because concentrated supplement safety isn't well established, talk with your doctor before starting this product.

Caprylic acid does occur naturally in breast milk, but the safety of concentrated supplements during breastfeeding is unknown—discuss use with your healthcare provider if you're nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Caprylic Acid

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 — Caprylic Acid.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 262 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 product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take warfarin (Coumadin) or other blood thinners—caprylic acid may raise their blood levels. Also double-check any blood pressure medications or NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen you take regularly.

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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.

Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 may be worth considering if you're exploring it for epilepsy or essential tremor, though the evidence is currently limited. If you take blood thinners, blood pressure drugs, or NSAIDs, check your specific medications with the tool on this page and talk with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement.

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 Oct 1, 2012.

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 Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300, straight from the product label.

Brand LifeLink
Barcode (UPC) 639793901012
Net contents 100 Tablet(s); 300 mg
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 1, 2012
DSLD ID 11881
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 by LifeLink, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Tablet(s)
UPC/BARCODE
639793901012
IngredientAmount% DV
Caprylic Acid1200 mg--

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin, Glyceryol monostearate, Methocel, Silicon Dioxide, Gelatin

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Label statements
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General Statements

Caprylic acid (Octanoic acid) is a component of coconut oil, palm nut oil, butter fat and other vegetable and animal sources. It is commonly used to inhibit the growth of fungi, including Candida - the organism responsible for cadidiasis. Candida is often found in intestines, where it sometimes causes acid stomach, abdominal pain, indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, itching, or symptoms of intoxication.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 2 tablets twice daily.

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Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 by LifeLink

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

Serving size2 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Amounts shown are per serving.

Caprylic Acid

Interacts with
262 drugs
1200 mg per serving

Caprylic acid is a medium-chain fatty acid found in coconut oil and palm kernel oil that is popularly used for yeast overgrowth and gut health. While...

Caprylic Acid monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin, Glyceryol monostearate, Methocel, Silicon Dioxide, Gelatin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 by LifeLink Drug Interactions

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262 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Caprylic Acid 262

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 interact with 262 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Caprylic Acid

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 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.

Caprylic Acid3 drug types · 262 drugs

Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, caprylic acid might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that caprylic acid might have positive inotropic effects, resulting in reduced arterial pressure and vascular resistance and increased cardiac output.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (Nsaids)

Theoretically, caprylic acid might increase plasma concentrations of NSAIDs.
In vitro research suggests that caprylic acid might displace NSAIDs from binding sites on albumin. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, caprylic acid might increase plasma concentrations of warfarin.
In vitro research suggests that high doses of caprylic acid might displace warfarin from albumin binding sites. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Caprylic Acid full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300, from the product label.

LifeLink

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Name
LifeLink
City
Grover Beach
State
CA
ZipCode
93433
Web Address
http://www.lifelinknet.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 by LifeLink: Common Questions

Does Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 by LifeLink interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 has a known interaction with 262 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300 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.
What is caprylic acid and what's it supposed to do?
Caprylic acid is a fatty acid found naturally in coconut oil and breast milk. It's been studied for epilepsy and essential tremor, but we don't have enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it actually works for these uses.
What side effects has caprylic acid been reported to cause?
Most commonly, people report mild abdominal discomfort and changes in taste. Less often, users have experienced mild dizziness, headache, or fatigue. Overall, short-term use seems well tolerated.
Is this safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have enough data on concentrated supplement doses during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Caprylic acid does occur naturally in breast milk, but supplement safety is unknown. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant or nursing.
Can I take this with my blood pressure medication?
That depends on your specific medication. Animal research suggests caprylic acid might lower blood pressure further, which could be risky. Check your exact drugs with the medication checker on this page, and confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before combining them.
I take ibuprofen for pain. Is this product safe to use at the same time?
Lab studies suggest caprylic acid might raise ibuprofen levels in your blood, though this hasn't been observed in people. To be safe, check your exact medication with the tool on this page and ask your doctor or pharmacist before combining them.

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The Full Monographs Behind Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Caprylic Acid

Interacts with 262 drugs

Caprylic acid is a medium-chain fatty acid found in coconut oil and palm kernel oil that is popularly used for yeast overgrowth and gut health. While laboratory studies show it has antimicro...

Read the full Caprylic Acid monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Caprylic Acid Timed Release 300'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 5 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.

Caprylic Acid 5 references
  1. Massolini G, Aubry AF, McGann A, Wainer IW. Determination of the magnitude and enantioselectivity of ligand binding to rat and rabbit serum albumins using immobilized-protein high performance liquid chromatography stationary phases. Biochem Pharmacol 1993 PubMed
  2. Kristev A, Mitkov D, Lukanov Y, Chapkynov P. The effect of octanoic fatty acid on the cardiovascular system of the guinea pig. Cor Vasa 1989;31(4):321-7.
  3. Hayball PF, Holman JW, Nation RL. Influence of octanoic acid on the reversible protein binding of ketorolac enantiomers to human serum albumin (HSA): comparative liquid chromatographic studies using a HSA chiral stationary phase. J Chromatogr B Biomed App PubMed
  4. Noctor TA, Wainer IW, Hage DS. Allosteric and competitive displacement of drugs from human serum albumin by octanoic acid, as revealed by high-performance liquid affinity chromatography, on a human serum albumin-based stationary phase. J Chromatogr 1992;5 PubMed
  5. Voller B, Lines E, McCrossin G, et al. Dose-escalation study of octanoic acid in patients with essential tremor. J Clin Invest. 2016;126(4):1451-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Caprylic Acid 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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