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Caralluma Fimbriata Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

Caralluma Fimbriata Extract is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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, derived from a succulent plant traditionally used in folk medicine. The extract comes as a powder and includes maltodextrin as an inactive ingredient (a binder).

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, metabolic health, satiety.
  • The closest evidence on file: Caralluma is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Obesity (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for caralluma fimbriata is mixed. For obesity, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective — the studies we have don't show it reliably helps with weight management.

For anxiety and Prader-Willi syndrome (a genetic condition affecting hunger and growth), there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works.

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.

Caralluma is generally well tolerated over the short term in studies, though long-term safety hasn't been well established. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal — abdominal bloating, constipation, gas, and stomach inflammation, usually in the first two weeks of use.

These often settle down on their own. One person in a trial experienced a temporary spike in blood pressure, which later returned to normal.

The safety data advises against using caralluma during pregnancy. While breastfeeding, there isn't enough reliable safety information, so it's best avoided.

If you're pregnant, nursing, or planning either, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking 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 for caralluma fimbriata in our data. That doesn't mean none exist — it means we hold no monograph evidence.

If you take any medications, use the search tool on this page with your exact drug names, and confirm the results with your doctor or pharmacist before you start.

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 interested in exploring traditional plant extracts, but the evidence it actually helps with weight or anxiety is weak or absent. The biggest concern is short-term digestive upset.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, the safety data advises against it. Before you start, especially if you take any medications, check with your own doctor or pharmacist.

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 Apr 23, 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 Fimbriata Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X0017HN2TR
Net contents 500 Gram(s); 17.6 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 23, 2024
DSLD ID 311286
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Caralluma Fimbriata Extract by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
1000 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1000 mg
Servings per container
500
UPC/BARCODE
X0017HN2TR
IngredientAmount% DV
Caralluma fimbriata extract815 mg--

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & Pure Bulk Supplements

Formulation

Color may vary

Free Of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1000 mg (about 1/3 tsp) once or twice daily preferably with meals, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place

General Statements

Use an accurate milligram scale. Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. New

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Caralluma Fimbriata Extract by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Caralluma Fimbriata Extract by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size1000 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container500 Amounts shown are per serving.

Caralluma fimbriata extract

No known
interactions
815 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: Maltodextrin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Caralluma Fimbriata Extract by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Caralluma Fimbriata Extract. 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 Fimbriata Extract, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
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Caralluma Fimbriata Extract by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Caralluma Fimbriata Extract by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Caralluma Fimbriata Extract. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Caralluma Fimbriata Extract 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, and what is it supposed to do?
Caralluma fimbriata is a succulent plant extract traditionally used in folk medicine. It's marketed for weight loss and anxiety, but the evidence is weak — studies suggest it's possibly ineffective for obesity, and there isn't enough reliable data yet on anxiety.
Will I have side effects?
The most common ones are digestive: bloating, constipation, gas, and stomach inflammation, usually in the first two weeks. These often improve on their own. One person had a temporary rise in blood pressure that went away. Overall, it's generally well tolerated short-term.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it during pregnancy. There's not enough reliable information to know it's safe while breastfeeding, so it should be avoided then too. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're in either situation.
Will this interact with my blood pressure medication?
We have no documented interactions between caralluma and any medications in our data. That said, one person in a trial did have a temporary increase in blood pressure on the extract. Before you start, run your exact medications through the search tool on this page and check with your pharmacist or doctor.
How long has this ingredient been studied?
Caralluma has been studied in clinical trials, but long-term safety is not well established. Most side effects that do show up appear in the first two weeks and often settle down.

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The Full Monographs Behind Caralluma Fimbriata Extract’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 Fimbriata Extract'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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