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Cardiokinase Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pure Prescriptions

Softgel Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Cardiokinase is a dietary supplement by Pure Prescriptions with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart and circulatory health, blood clot prevention, high blood pressure.Based on those ingredients, 289 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Cardiokinase. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Cardiokinase by Pure Prescriptions

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 softgel contains one active ingredient: nattokinase, an enzyme derived from fermented soybeans. It's designed to support cardiovascular function.

The capsule itself is made from soybean oil, glycerin fatty ester, and bees wax.

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 Nattokinase's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Heart and circulatory health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Angina, Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) — and 4 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Nattokinase is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Angina (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Nattokinase is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, and more.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish that nattokinase works for angina, atherosclerosis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, or chronic fatigue syndrome — the data on these uses is too limited to rate. If you're considering this product for one of those reasons, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether the current evidence supports its use for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Nattokinase

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.

Nattokinase is generally well tolerated in the short term, but its blood-thinning effect means people with bleeding disorders or bleeding risk need to be cautious. Rare cases of bleeding, including serious brain bleeding, have been reported.

There's also a small risk of allergic reaction in people sensitive to natto or its components; symptoms can appear within two hours of taking it. There isn't enough safety data to recommend nattokinase in pregnancy, so it's best avoided then.

Safety during breastfeeding is unknown — avoid it to be safe.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Nattokinase

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Nattokinase.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 289 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Check your medications if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (aspirin, warfarin, clopidogrel, and similar agents) — nattokinase can increase bleeding risk, Moderate severity. Also check if you're on blood pressure medications — nattokinase may lower pressure further, also Moderate.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're on blood thinners or blood pressure medications, you need to check this with your pharmacist or doctor before starting. People with bleeding risk should be especially cautious.

Pregnant women and those breastfeeding should skip it. Your pharmacist can run your medications through the checker on this page.

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 Jun 24, 2020.

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 Cardiokinase, straight from the product label.

Brand Pure Prescriptions
Barcode (UPC) 852980001511
Net contents 180 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 24, 2020
DSLD ID 228123
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Cardiokinase by Pure Prescriptions, 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:
1 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
852980001511
IngredientAmount% DV
Cardiokinase25 IU--

Other ingredients: Softgel, Soybean Oil, Glycerin Fatty Ester, Bees Wax

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Label statements
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Formula

Nattokinase is an enzyme that is extracted from the fermented soy food called "natto." It is regarded by the Japanese as a very healthy food and has been consumed there for centuries.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For Adults: Take 1 to 3 softgels daily, with food or as directed by your healthcare professional. For best results, take one of the servings at night before bed.

Storage

Read first: Do not expose to excessive heat.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing.

Allergen statement: This product contains soy and corn.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

100 mg /capsule

Natural Health Solutions

Brand IP Statement(s)

Cardiokinase

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.

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Cardiokinase by Pure Prescriptions label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Cardiokinase by Pure Prescriptions

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

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Cardiokinase

Interacts with
289 drugs
25 IU per serving

Nattokinase is an enzyme from the fermented soybean food natto that may have mild blood-thinning and blood-flow effects. Some small studies hint at be...

Cardiokinase monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Softgel, Soybean Oil, Glycerin Fatty Ester, Bees Wax. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Cardiokinase by Pure Prescriptions Drug Interactions

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289Drugs
289 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Cardiokinase with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Cardiokinase2 drug types · 289 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Nattokinase might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs.
Nattokinase has thrombolytic and anticoagulant effects. There is a case report of intracranial hemorrhage in a patient who added nattokinase to aspirin therapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, nattokinase might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Some clinical research suggests that nattokinase may reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Cardiokinase, from the product label.

Pure Prescriptions

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Name
Pure Prescriptions, Inc.
Phone Number
1.800.860.9583
Web Address
www.PurePrescriptions.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Cardiokinase by Pure Prescriptions: Common Questions

Does Cardiokinase by Pure Prescriptions interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Cardiokinase has a known interaction with 289 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Cardiokinase 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.
Is nattokinase safe if I take aspirin?
There's documented concern here. A case report describes brain bleeding in someone who combined nattokinase with low-dose aspirin. Before taking this product alongside aspirin or any blood thinner, talk with your pharmacist.
Can I take this if I have high blood pressure?
If you take medication for high blood pressure, check with your pharmacist first. Nattokinase may lower blood pressure on its own, so combining it with your medication could bring it down too much.
Does nattokinase work for heart disease?
The evidence we hold isn't strong enough to say whether nattokinase helps with cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, or angina. Talk with your doctor about whether there's evidence for your specific situation.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — there isn't enough safety data in pregnancy, so it's best avoided. Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so avoid it then too. Talk with your obstetrician if you're interested in heart-health supplements during this time.
What if I'm allergic to soy?
Nattokinase is made from fermented soybeans, and allergic reactions to natto are possible. If you have soy allergy or have had reactions to natto-containing foods, skip this product or check with your allergist first.
What are the side effects?
Nattokinase is generally well tolerated, but rare bleeding has been reported. People sensitive to natto can have allergic reactions (rash, throat tightness, or breathing difficulty) within two hours of taking it. If you notice unusual bruising, bleeding, or allergy symptoms, stop and call your pharmacist or doctor.

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Sources & How We Checked

Cardiokinase'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.

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The 9 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.

Nattokinase 9 references
  1. Suzuki Y, Kondo K, Matsumoto Y, et al. Dietary supplementation of fermented soybean, natto, suppresses intimal thickening and modulates the lysis of mural thrombi after endothelial injury in rat femoral artery. Life Sci 2003;73:1289-98.. PubMed
  2. Sumi H, Hamada H, Nakanishi K, Hiratani H. Enchancement of fibrinolytic activity in plasma by oral administration of nattokinase. Acta Haematol 1990;84:139-43.
  3. Chang, Y. Y., Liu, J. S., Lai, S. L., Wu, H. S., and Lan, M. Y. Cerebellar hemorrhage provoked by combined use of nattokinase and aspirin in a patient with cerebral microbleeds. Intern Med 2008;47(5):467-469. PubMed
  4. Kim, J. Y., Gum, S. N., Paik, J. K., Lim, H. H., Kim, K. C., Ogasawara, K., Inoue, K., Park, S., Jang, Y., and Lee, J. H. Effects of nattokinase on blood pressure: a randomized, controlled trial. Hypertens.Res 2008;31(8):1583-1588. PubMed
  5. <p>Maruyama M, Sumi H (eds): Effect of natto diet on blood pressure, in Basic and Clinical Aspects of Japanese Traditional Food Natto II. Japan Technology Transfer Association (JTTAS), 1998, pp 1–3.</p>
  6. Kurosawa Y, Nirengi S, Homma T, et al. A single-dose of oral nattokinase potentiates thrombolysis and anti-coagulation profiles. Sci Rep 2015;5:11601. PubMed
  7. Ramachandran L, Aqeel A, Jafri A, Sidhu Y, Mohamed Djirdeh T. Nattokinase-associated hemoperitoneum in an elderly woman. Cureus 2021;13(12):e20074. PubMed
  8. Awatani-Yoshidome K, Hashimoto T, Satoh T. Anaphylaxis from nattokinase in a patient with fermented soybean (natto) allergy. Allergol Int 2022;71(1):153-4. PubMed
  9. Suzuki K, Nakamura M, Sato N, Futamura K, Matsunaga K, Yagami A. Nattokinase, a subtilisin family serine protease, is a novel allergen contained in the traditional Japanese fermented food natto. Allergol Int 2022.

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