Caralluma 1000 Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Caralluma 1000 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
Caralluma 1000 is a dietary supplement by Optimal Nutrition with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for appetite suppression, weight management, reducing waist circumference.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Caralluma 1000 by Optimal Nutrition
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Caralluma 1000 has one active ingredient: caralluma fimbriata (whole plant) extract, a cactus-like plant used traditionally for appetite support. The capsule also contains inactive ingredients—vegetable cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide—which are fillers and binders that help deliver the active ingredient.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for caralluma fimbriata is mixed and limited. For obesity, the data rates it as possibly ineffective—meaning studies haven't shown it works well for weight loss.
For generalized anxiety and Prader-Willi syndrome, there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate it either way. If you're looking at this for appetite or weight, the science doesn't back it up strongly.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Caralluma is generally well tolerated over the short term in studies, but we don't know much about long-term safety. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal—abdominal bloating, constipation, gas, and stomach inflammation—but these usually fade within the first two weeks.
One trial participant with a history of high blood pressure saw a temporary blood pressure spike, though it settled and didn't return. During pregnancy, the safety data advises against it.
While breastfeeding, there isn't enough reliable data; talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for caralluma fimbriata. That said, check your exact medications using the tool on this page before starting, and let your doctor or pharmacist know you're adding this product.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Caralluma 1000 is generally well tolerated short-term, but the evidence that it works for obesity is weak. If you're pregnant, avoid it; if you're breastfeeding or have high blood pressure concerns, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
This is a good one to discuss with your own healthcare provider before you start, especially if you're taking other medications.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 24, 2015.
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
General information
Key facts about Caralluma 1000, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Optimal Nutrition |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 60 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 24, 2015 |
| DSLD ID | 44842 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Caralluma 1000 by Optimal Nutrition, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Caralluma fimbriata (whole plant) extract | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules per day, with or without food.
Precautions
Warning: Do not exceed recommended dose.
Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18 and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.
Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18 and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
DO NOT USE IF SAFETY WRAP IS DAMAGED OR MISSING.
Storage
STORE IN A COOL DRY PLACE.
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.
Formula
Supports Weight Control Promotes Weight Loss Disrupts Fat Storage
FDA Statement of Identity
Natural Dietary Supplement
General Statements
X000ETRI03
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Caralluma 1000 by Optimal Nutrition label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Caralluma 1000 by Optimal Nutrition
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Caralluma fimbriata (whole plant) extract
No knowninteractions
Caralluma fimbriata is an edible succulent plant from India that is marketed mainly as an appetite suppressant and weight-loss aid. Some small studies...
Caralluma fimbriata (whole plant) extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Caralluma 1000 by Optimal Nutrition Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Caralluma 1000. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Caralluma 1000, from the product label.
Optimal Nutrition
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- Optimal Nutrition LLC
- City
- Medford
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97502
- Phone Number
- 888-726-8107
- Web Address
- www.optimalnutritionllc.com
Caralluma 1000 by Optimal Nutrition: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Caralluma 1000’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Caralluma 1000'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 1 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.
Caralluma 1 reference
- Arora E, Khajuria V, Tandon VR, et al. To evaluate efficacy and safety of Caralluma fimbriata in overweight and obese patients: a randomized, single blinded, placebo control trial. Perspect Clin Res 2015;6(1):39-44. PubMed
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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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