Caralluma Herb 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Caralluma Herb 500 mg 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 Herb 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas 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 Herb 500 mg by Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas
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: Slimaluma, a standardized caralluma extract, at 500 mg per capsule. Caralluma is a succulent plant used in traditional herbalism, primarily studied for effects on appetite and weight.
The remaining ingredients are gelatin and microcrystalline cellulose (a filler and capsule material).
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for caralluma in weight loss is mixed. For obesity, the data shows it is possibly ineffective — meaning available studies don't support a meaningful benefit.
For generalized anxiety disorder and Prader-Willi syndrome, we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate it either way. If weight management is your goal, talk with your doctor about what the current evidence actually supports.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Caralluma is generally well tolerated over the short term in clinical trials. Most common side effects are gastrointestinal: abdominal distention, constipation, flatulence, and gastritis, especially in the first two weeks — though these also appeared in people given placebo and usually subsided.
One trial participant with a history of high blood pressure experienced a temporary rise in blood pressure that then resolved. Long-term safety hasn't been established.
During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information, so the data advises against it. The same applies to breastfeeding — avoid it because reliable safety data are lacking.
If you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Still, run any prescription or regular over-the-counter medications through the search tool on this page before you start, or ask your doctor or pharmacist to confirm there's no concern.
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 may be worth trying if you're exploring natural appetite approaches, but evidence for weight loss is weak. Gastrointestinal side effects in the first few weeks are common.
Long-term safety is unknown, and it's not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Have a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this makes sense for your 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 Sep 24, 2019.
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 Herb 500 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 087614040523 |
| Net contents | 60 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 24, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 203360 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Caralluma Herb 500 mg by Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Slimaluma | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, May contain one or both of the following
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FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Precautions
Do not use if seal is broken.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule two times per day 45 minutes before meals.
General Statements
To reorder, call toll free 1-800-437-4148 or visit our website at www.swansonvitamins.com
Brand IP Statement(s)
Slimaluma is a registered trademark of Gencor.
General
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Caralluma Herb 500 mg by Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Caralluma Herb 500 mg by Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Slimaluma
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...
Slimaluma monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, May contain one or both of the following. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Caralluma Herb 500 mg by Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Caralluma Herb 500 mg. 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 Herb 500 mg, from the product label.
Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas
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- Swanson Health Products
- City
- Fargo
- State
- ND
- ZipCode
- 58104
- Phone Number
- 1-800-437-4148
- Web Address
- www.swansonvitamins.com
Caralluma Herb 500 mg by Swanson Best Weight-Control Formulas: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Caralluma Herb 500 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Caralluma Herb 500 mg'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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