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Dietary supplement

Caralluma Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

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

Caralluma is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra 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 Terra

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 (Caralluma adscendens) dried root liquid extract. It's formulated as a liquid and also includes menstruum as an inactive ingredient (a solvent that helps deliver the herb in liquid form).

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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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, appetite control, satiety, weight loss.
  • The closest evidence on file: Caralluma is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Obesity (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for caralluma is thin. For weight loss, it's rated possibly ineffective—meaning studies don't show it works.

For anxiety and Prader-Willi syndrome, there's insufficient reliable evidence to say either way. If you're considering it for any of these uses, talk with your doctor about what the current research actually supports.

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.

Short-term use appears generally well tolerated, but we don't have solid long-term safety data. Most side effects—belly bloating, constipation, gas, and stomach irritation—showed up in the first two weeks and often went away on their own.

One person on the extract experienced a temporary rise in blood pressure that later settled without stopping the supplement. During pregnancy, safety data isn't available, so it's best avoided.

The same goes for breastfeeding—there's no reliable safety information, so you should skip it.

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 the ingredient we could check. Still, run your full medication list through the search tool below before you start, and let your own doctor or pharmacist know you're taking it.

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 is generally well tolerated short-term, but the evidence it works for weight loss or anxiety is weak or missing. If you're pregnant or nursing, avoid it—the safety data just isn't there.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this makes sense for what you're trying to do.

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 Sep 25, 2020.

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 Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7439500704706
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2020
DSLD ID 234598
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Caralluma by Herbal Terra, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
7439500704706
IngredientAmount% DV
Caralluma (Caralluma adscendens) dried root liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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Formulation

Origin of plant material: India.

Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility

Alcohol free

Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Alcohol-free liquid herbal extract

Non GMO

No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Direction Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz of juice or water up to 4 times a day. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Notice This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Caution May have contraindications.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

Formula

Caralluma adscendens

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free

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Caralluma by Herbal Terra label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Caralluma by Herbal Terra

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

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

970 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 (Caralluma adscendens) dried root liquid extract monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Caralluma by Herbal Terra 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 Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Caralluma by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Caralluma by Herbal Terra 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.
Does caralluma actually help with weight loss?
The evidence says it's possibly ineffective for weight loss. If dropping pounds is your goal, chat with your doctor about options with stronger proof behind them.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people get mild belly trouble—bloating, gas, constipation, stomach irritation—in the first two weeks. These usually fade on their own. One person had a temporary blood pressure spike that went away.
Is it safe to take long-term?
Short-term use looks okay, but we don't have good long-term safety data. If you're planning to take it for weeks or months, ask your pharmacist or doctor first.
Can I use this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No—pregnancy safety data is not available, so it's best avoided. The same goes for breastfeeding, where there's no reliable safety information.
Does caralluma help with anxiety?
There's not enough reliable evidence to know. If anxiety is your concern, your doctor can point you toward treatments that have clearer proof.

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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

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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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