Caralluma Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by DietWorks
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Caralluma 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 is a dietary supplement by DietWorks 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 by DietWorks
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
This product contains one active ingredient: a 10:1 caralluma concentrate, a botanical extract made from the caralluma fimbriata plant. The other ingredients are inactive — calcium carbonate, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, croscarmellose sodium, a film coat, magnesium stearate, and silica — which are fillers and binders that help form and hold the tablet together.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for caralluma in obesity is rated possibly ineffective — meaning studies don't show it reliably works for weight loss. For generalized anxiety disorder and Prader-Willi syndrome, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say one way or the other.
If you're considering it for any of these uses, talk with your doctor about whether the current evidence supports trying it.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Caralluma is generally well tolerated in short-term use, though long-term safety data are thin. In clinical trials, some people reported gastrointestinal side effects — abdominal bloating, constipation, gas, and stomach inflammation — during the first two weeks, but these usually settled down.
One person with a history of high blood pressure saw a temporary rise, which later subsided. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, so if you're pregnant, nursing, or planning either, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. That said, confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that this product is safe to combine with any medications or supplements you're currently taking.
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.
This is a single-ingredient supplement with no documented drug interactions in our data, though long-term safety isn't well established. It's possibly ineffective for weight loss, and evidence for anxiety or Prader-Willi syndrome is still unclear.
Before you start, check with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it fits your health goals and any personal medical history, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have high blood pressure.
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 25, 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, straight from the product label.
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Caralluma by DietWorks, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Caralluma fimbriata | 500 mg | -- |
| 10:1 {Caralluma} concentrate | 50 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Film Coat, Magnesium Stearate, Silica
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Precautions
- Keep out of reach of children.
-Do not use if seal is broken.
Storage
-Store at 15-30(0)C (59-86(0)F). -Protect from heat, light and moisture.
Brand IP Statement(s)
(C) 2012 Copyright DietWorks(TM) All rights reserved.
Seals/Symbols
Made in the U.S.A.
General
ITEM# N8428 F0650012
General Statements
HEALTHY WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Weight Management Formula
- Helps Control Appetite - Helps Burn Belly Fat - Helps Reduce Fat Storage
Formula
(Caralluma 500 mg)
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
DIRECTIONS: Take 1 tablet shortly before your largest meal.
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Caralluma by DietWorks 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 by DietWorks
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Caralluma fimbriata
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 monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Film Coat, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Caralluma by DietWorks Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Caralluma. 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, from the product label.
DietWorks
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- DietWorks
- Street Address
- 6 Henderson Drive
- City
- West Caldwell
- State
- NJ
Caralluma by DietWorks: Common Questions
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What is caralluma fimbriata?
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Caralluma’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Caralluma'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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