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Dietary supplement

Caralluma Herb Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Bixa Botanical

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

Caralluma Herb Powder is a dietary supplement by Bixa Botanical 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 Powder by Bixa Botanical

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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 powder. Caralluma is a succulent plant used traditionally for appetite support.

There are no inactive ingredients listed.

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 fat metabolism support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Obesity, weight management, appetite control, metabolic support.
  • The closest evidence on file: Caralluma is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Obesity (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for caralluma's effectiveness is mixed. For obesity, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective — the studies we have don't show strong results.

For generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), we don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or not. If you're considering this for appetite or weight, the current evidence doesn't point to meaningful benefit.

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 in the short term, but we don't have solid long-term safety data yet. Most people who try it experience gastrointestinal side effects early on — abdominal bloating, flatulence, constipation, and stomach irritation — but these usually fade within the first two weeks.

One person in a trial had a brief rise in blood pressure that came back down. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information, so it's best avoided.

The same goes for breastfeeding — we don't have reliable data, so steer clear while nursing.

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 in our data. Still, run any medications you take through the checker on this page before starting.

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 interested in natural appetite support, though the evidence for obesity isn't strong. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of high blood pressure, talk with your pharmacist or doctor first.

Expect some stomach upset in the first week or two — that's normal and usually settles down.

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 Feb 23, 2025.

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 Herb Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Bixa Botanical
Barcode (UPC) 8904289002460
Net contents 200 Gram(s); 7 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 23, 2025
DSLD ID 321502
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Caralluma Herb Powder by Bixa Botanical, 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:
3 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Gram(s)
Servings per container
66
UPC/BARCODE
8904289002460
IngredientAmount% DV
Caralluma fimbriata powder3 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: One - Two teaspoon with warm water daily at night or as directed by your health practitioner.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Trademark of Bixa Botanical INC, USA

Formulation

Supports appetite suppression & Fat Metabolism

Product of India

Non-GMO

Vegan

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Food Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and this product is a herbal food supplement and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent a disease.

Precautions

Warning: This product is not intended for use by those with a serious medical condition or pregnant or lactating women.

Consult your physician before use. Do not use if seal is broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

General Statements

Over 140 Years of quality trust More that a company, Bixa Botanical is a dream - to share the collective knowledge of five generations of a family with the world; secrets of herbal healing that have been painstakingly accumulated over the last 1401 years. Over 500 varieties of herbs are exclusively cleaned, processed and packed in the company's ultra-modern in-house facilities.

Mfg. Lic. No: MP25D/14/318

Seals/Symbols

GMP Certified Good Manufacturing Practice KLBD (Kosher)

Formula

KLBD (Kosher)

Storage

Store in cool and dry place.

See for yourself

Caralluma Herb Powder by Bixa Botanical label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Caralluma Herb Powder by Bixa Botanical

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

Serving size3 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container66 Amounts shown are per serving.

Caralluma fimbriata powder

No known
interactions
3 Gram(s) 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 powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Caralluma Herb Powder by Bixa Botanical Drug Interactions

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

Bixa Botanical

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Name
Stelcore Management Service LLC
Street Address
8, Green Suite, #5766
City
Dover
State
Delaware
ZipCode
19901
Phone Number
+1281897875
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Caralluma Herb Powder by Bixa Botanical: Common Questions

Does Caralluma Herb Powder by Bixa Botanical interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Caralluma Herb Powder. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Caralluma Herb Powder 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's caralluma, and what is it supposed to do?
Caralluma is a succulent plant traditionally used for appetite support. This powder is the whole plant material. The research on whether it actually works for weight management is limited — most studies suggest it's possibly ineffective for obesity.
Will I get side effects from this?
Most people experience some stomach trouble in the first two weeks — bloating, gas, constipation, or mild stomach irritation — but these typically go away on their own. It's generally well tolerated overall.
Is it safe to take while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Not enough safety data exists for pregnancy, so it's best avoided. Same for breastfeeding — there's no reliable safety information. Talk to your doctor if you're thinking about it while pregnant or nursing.
Can I take this if I have high blood pressure?
One person in a trial had a temporary blood pressure spike on caralluma, though it came back down. If you have hypertension, mention this product to your pharmacist or doctor before starting.
How long has it been studied?
Caralluma has been tested in short-term studies, but we don't have solid long-term safety data yet. Most of what we know is from trials lasting a few weeks.

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The Full Monographs Behind Caralluma Herb Powder’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 Herb Powder'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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