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Dietary supplement

Caralluma Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Nutrition

Capsule Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Caralluma is a dietary supplement by Herbal 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 by Herbal 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.

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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: caralluma fimbriata extract, a plant-based compound traditionally used to support appetite control and weight management. The capsule itself is made from vegetable material, with rice flour as an inactive filler.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Caralluma's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: appetite suppression and weight management.
  • We looked for evidence on: Obesity, overweight, appetite control, satiety.
  • The closest evidence on file: Caralluma is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Obesity (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for caralluma fimbriata extract in weight management (obesity) is rated as possibly ineffective — meaning the data we have doesn't support it as a reliable tool for that purpose. For anxiety and Prader-Willi syndrome, the evidence is insufficient to rate; we simply don't have enough reliable data to say whether it helps.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Caralluma

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.

In clinical trials, caralluma has been generally well tolerated overall. Early on — usually in the first two weeks — some people report gastrointestinal side effects like belly bloating, constipation, gas, or stomach irritation; these typically settle down and have also appeared in people taking placebo.

One trial participant with a history of high blood pressure did see a temporary rise in blood pressure that later subsided, though this is not a consistent pattern reported across studies. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

Long-term safety beyond short-term studies isn't well established, so if you're thinking about using this for weeks or months, bring it up with your doctor or pharmacist.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Caralluma

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for caralluma fimbriata extract. That doesn't mean none could occur — it means this ingredient hasn't been extensively studied for drug interactions.

Before you start, confirm with your own pharmacist or doctor that it won't interfere 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.

Caralluma fimbriata extract is generally well tolerated short-term, but the weight management claims lack strong evidence, and long-term safety data is thin. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any regular medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting to make sure it's right for your situation.

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 Aug 22, 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 Caralluma, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) 742137859075
Net contents 90 Veggie Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 22, 2024
DSLD ID 317374
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Caralluma by Herbal Nutrition, 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
90
UPC/BARCODE
742137859075
IngredientAmount% DV
Caralluma fimbriata extract600 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Capsule, Rice Flour

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 veggie capsule twice a day. For best results take 20-30 minutes before a meal with an 8oz. glass of water or as directed by your physician. Take on an empty stomach.

Precautions

Do not accept if seal opening is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children. Warning: Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.

If you have any medical condition or are taking any medication, consult a medical professional prior to use.

To report any adverse effect, call 1-800-332-1088

Storage

Store at 15 Degrees - 30 Degrees C (59 Degrees - 86 Degrees F).

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Formula

Pure Caralluma fimbriata extract 10:1 Plant extract ratio 1200mg active Caralluma fimbriata

Formulation

All Natural Ingredients All natural weight loss supplement

Non GMO

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA GMP Certified

See for yourself

Caralluma by Herbal Nutrition label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Caralluma by Herbal Nutrition

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 container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Caralluma fimbriata extract

No known
interactions
600 mg per serving

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 extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Capsule, Rice Flour. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Caralluma by Herbal Nutrition 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.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Caralluma, from the product label.

Herbal Nutrition

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Name
Herbal Nutrition, L.L.C.
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Caralluma by Herbal Nutrition: Common Questions

Does Caralluma by Herbal Nutrition interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Caralluma. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Caralluma 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 caralluma fimbriata extract supposed to do?
It's traditionally used to support appetite control and weight management. However, our data rates it as possibly ineffective for obesity, so the evidence doesn't back up strong claims about weight loss.
What side effects might I get?
In the first couple of weeks, some people report bloating, constipation, gas, or stomach irritation. These usually fade on their own and have also shown up in people taking a placebo. One person with high blood pressure saw a temporary spike, though this isn't a widespread pattern.
Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
No. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before considering this product.
How long can I safely take this?
Short-term use in studies has been generally well tolerated, but long-term safety isn't well established. If you're planning to use it beyond a few weeks, discuss that with your doctor or pharmacist.
Does it work for anxiety?
There isn't enough reliable evidence to say. The data we have is insufficient to rate it for anxiety or related conditions.

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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

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.

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
  1. 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

See these in context on the Caralluma 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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