Caralluma Fimbriata Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Caralluma Fimbriata 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 Fimbriata is a dietary supplement by Genesis Today 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 Fimbriata by Genesis Today
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: Caralluma fimbriata (whole plant) extract. It's a succulent plant used in traditional medicine, and this version captures the whole plant in extract form.
The capsule itself is made from vegetable material.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for Caralluma is mixed and limited. For obesity, the available data suggests it's possibly ineffective — meaning studies haven't shown it works for weight loss.
For anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder) and Prader-Willi syndrome (a genetic disorder that affects appetite and metabolism), there simply isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it helps or doesn't. If weight or anxiety is what you're after, this ingredient hasn't proven itself in the research we have.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Caralluma is generally well tolerated in the short term, though long-term safety data is sparse. In clinical trials, some people reported stomach upset — bloating, constipation, gas, and inflammation of the stomach lining — mainly in the first two weeks; most of these settled down on their own, and some appeared even in the placebo group.
One person with high blood pressure saw a temporary spike, but it resolved and they continued the supplement without further problems. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: there isn't enough safety data to recommend Caralluma during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in either of these situations.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for this ingredient. You're clear on that front — but always mention any supplement to your doctor or pharmacist alongside your full medication list.
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 may be worth considering if you're curious about plant-based supplements, but the research doesn't support it for weight loss or anxiety. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist before you start — even though interactions aren't documented, they're the right person to clear it for your individual situation.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 25, 2014.
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 Fimbriata, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Genesis Today |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 812711013121 |
| Net contents | 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 25, 2014 |
| DSLD ID | 34029 |
| 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 Fimbriata by Genesis Today, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Caralluma fimbriata (whole plant) extract | 800 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Capsule
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General Statements
Pure & Potent
With the nickname "Famine Food", Caralluma Fimbriata has traditionally been used in its native India to suppress hunger during times of famine. This incredible edible cactus is also thought to inhibit the formation of fat, making it nature's ultimate double action fat fighter! Our vegetarian capsules contain only 100% Caralluma Fimbriata in a 10 to 1 extract, meaning it takes 10 full pounds of potent Carlluma Fimbriata cactus to make one pound of our pure powder, so you get 10 times the power of this incredible natural superfood per capsule with absolutely zero additives!
Appetite Control
Disrupts Fat Storage
Supports WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Enjoy and live long!
And absolutely nothing else!
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.
General
LBGT136-1000
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules one or more times per day 30 minutes before meals with a full glass of water or as recommended by your healthcare provider.
Precautions
Do not use if seal around cap is broken.
Keep out of reach of children.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Caralluma Fimbriata by Genesis Today 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 Fimbriata by Genesis Today
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 Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Caralluma Fimbriata by Genesis Today Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Caralluma Fimbriata. 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 Fimbriata, from the product label.
Genesis Today
See all Genesis Today products- Name
- Genesis Today, Inc.
- Street Address
- 14101 W. Highway 290, Bldg. #1900
- City
- Austin
- State
- TX
- ZipCode
- 78737
- Phone Number
- (800) 916-6642
- Web Address
- www.genesistoday.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Caralluma Fimbriata’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Caralluma Fimbriata'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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