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Dietary supplement

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, a plant-derived compound that's been studied for its potential effects on appetite and weight.

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: Weight management and appetite suppression.
  • We looked for evidence on: Obesity, Overweight, Metabolic syndrome, Weight loss.
  • The closest evidence on file: Caralluma is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Obesity (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for caralluma fimbriata extract is mixed. For obesity, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective — meaning the studies we have don't support a real benefit.

For generalized anxiety disorder (a persistent, excessive worry that's hard to control) and Prader-Willi syndrome (a genetic condition affecting appetite and metabolism), we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works or not. If you're considering this for any of those uses, talk it over with your doctor to see if it's the right fit for you.

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 fimbriata extract is generally well tolerated in the short term, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied, so we can't say how safe it is over months or years. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal — abdominal distention, constipation, flatulence, and gastritis — mostly appearing in the first two weeks and often subsiding after that.

One person in a trial had a temporary rise in blood pressure that came back down, but this is uncommon. For pregnancy, the safety data is not adequate; the facts advise against use.

For breastfeeding, reliable safety data doesn't exist, so it's best avoided. If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this.

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 ingredients we checked. Even so, run your exact medications through the checker on this page before you start, and let your doctor or pharmacist know you're considering this product.

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 for short-term use and has no documented medication interactions, but the evidence it actually works for weight or appetite is weak. Long-term safety isn't well established, and it's not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

If you're thinking about trying it, clear it with your own doctor or pharmacist first.

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 23, 2021.

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) X0017H6SKR
Net contents 250 Gram(s); 8.8 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2021
DSLD ID 253391
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
250
UPC/BARCODE
X0017H6SKR
IngredientAmount% DV
Caralluma fimbriata extract1000 mg--

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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General Statements

Clean & pure bulk supplements

New - Bulksupplements Caralluma Fimbriata Extract Powder (250 Grams)

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

See for yourself

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 container250 Amounts shown are per serving.

Caralluma fimbriata extract

No known
interactions
1000 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: None. 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
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

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 side effects should I expect?
The most common ones are gastrointestinal — bloating, constipation, gas, and stomach inflammation — mainly in the first two weeks. These often settle down after that. One person in a trial had a temporary spike in blood pressure that came back down on its own. Overall, it's generally well tolerated short-term.
Is it safe to take long-term?
We don't have good data on long-term safety. Studies have looked at short-term use, but we can't say how safe it is if you take it for months or years. Talk with your doctor if you're thinking of using it long-term.
Can I take it while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — the safety data advises against use in pregnancy. For breastfeeding, reliable safety information doesn't exist, so it's best avoided too. Discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing.
Does caralluma fimbriata really help with weight loss?
The evidence suggests it's possibly ineffective for obesity. That means the studies we have don't show a real benefit. If weight management is your goal, your doctor can help you explore approaches with stronger evidence behind them.
What is caralluma fimbriata?
It's an extract from a plant used traditionally in herbal medicine. This product contains only that one active ingredient as a powder.

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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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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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