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Citrus Bergamot 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Absonutrix

Citrus Bergamot 500 mg label
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Liquid Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Citrus Bergamot 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Citrus Bergamot 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Absonutrix with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, heart and metabolic health, anxiety and stress (aromatherapy).Based on those ingredients, 410 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Citrus Bergamot. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Citrus Bergamot 500 mg by Absonutrix

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 11, 2026

What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Citrus Bergamot” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (500 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains 3 active ingredients: citrus bergamot extract (the main component), water, and ethanol. Bergamot extract is derived from a citrus fruit and is the ingredient responsible for the supplement's effects.

The other ingredients listed — potassium sorbate, stevia, and peppermint oil — are inactive additions used to preserve, sweeten, or flavor the liquid.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Citrus bergamot for heart and metabolic health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Hyperlipidemia, Metabolic syndrome, Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes), Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), Cholesterol management, Cardiovascular health.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Bergamot is rated "Possibly Effective" for Hyperlipidemia (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Bergamot is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes), Metabolic syndrome.

The evidence for bergamot extract leans toward its use for high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), where it's rated possibly effective. For mental alertness, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective.

We don't have enough reliable evidence yet to rate it for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) or autism spectrum disorder.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bergamot

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.

The oral extract in this liquid formulation appears generally well tolerated when used short-term, though one person in clinical trials reported heartburn. The main caution: bergamot's essential oil is toxic if swallowed, and the compound it contains (bergapten) can cause sun-related skin reactions, especially in fair-skinned people.

Frequent contact with bergamot peel or oil can cause blistering, redness, pustules, and pigment spots on skin. During pregnancy, the safety data advises against bergamot supplements — there isn't enough information to know it's safe.

Safety while breastfeeding is also unknown, so avoiding it is the safer choice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bergamot

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 — Bergamot.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 410 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.

Before starting this supplement, check whether you take photosensitizing drugs (medications that increase sun sensitivity) or antidiabetes drugs (blood sugar medications) — both are Moderate interactions with bergamot extract. Your pharmacist can help you look up your exact medications in the tool on this page.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're interested in bergamot for high cholesterol, this liquid extract is generally well tolerated short-term. But if you take diabetes medication or use sun-sensitizing drugs, talk to your pharmacist first — this product could affect how they work.

Skip it during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 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 Citrus Bergamot 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Absonutrix
Barcode (UPC) 685167903113
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 118 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2025
DSLD ID 322348
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Liquid
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 Citrus Bergamot 500 mg by Absonutrix, 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:
0.59 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.59 mL
Servings per container
200
UPC/BARCODE
685167903113
IngredientAmount% DV
Water0 NP--
Citrus Bergamot extract0 NP--
Ethanol0 NP--
Citrus Bergamot500 mg--

Other ingredients: Potassium Sorbate, Stevia, Peppermint Oil

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Shake well before use. Take 17 drops once daily. Hold in mouth for 15 seconds and then swallow.

Precautions

Caution: for adults only. Keep out of reach of children.

Consult a physician if you are pregnant/nursing, taking any medications, or have a medical condition.

In the unlikely event that you do experience any side effects or allergies, stop use immediately and promptly seek medical attention.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

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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Made in USA

General Statements

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Formulation

Highest quality ingredients Powerful formula Made in USA

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Citrus Bergamot 500 mg by Absonutrix label

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Citrus Bergamot 500 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Citrus Bergamot 500 mg by Absonutrix

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

Serving size0.59 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container200 Amounts shown are per serving.

Citrus Bergamot

Interacts with
410 drugs
500 mg per serving

Bergamot is a Mediterranean citrus fruit, and its standardized extract is most often used to support cholesterol and heart health, with some early but...

Citrus Bergamot monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Potassium Sorbate, Stevia, Peppermint Oil. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Citrus Bergamot 500 mg by Absonutrix Drug Interactions

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410 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Citrus Bergamot 500 mg interact with 410 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Citrus Bergamot 500 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Citrus Bergamot

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Citrus Bergamot 500 mg 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.

Citrus Bergamot2 drug types · 410 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking bergamot with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that bergamot juice has hypoglycemic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Photosensitizing Drugs

Theoretically, topical bergamot essential oil might increase the risk of side effects when used along with photosensitizing drugs.
Bergamot contains bergapten, which has photosensitizing effects.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Citrus Bergamot full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Citrus Bergamot 500 mg, from the product label.

Absonutrix

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Name
Absonutrix
Street Address
8905 West Market Street
City
Colfax
State
NC
ZipCode
27235
Phone Number
1-855-368-8749
Web Address
www.absonutrix.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Citrus Bergamot 500 mg by Absonutrix: Common Questions

Does Citrus Bergamot 500 mg by Absonutrix interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Citrus Bergamot 500 mg has a known interaction with 410 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Citrus Bergamot 500 mg 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. The safety data advises against bergamot during pregnancy, and safety while breastfeeding is unknown. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this is right for you.
Does bergamot actually lower cholesterol?
The evidence suggests it's possibly effective for high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia). That means it shows promise in studies, but more research is needed to confirm how well it works.
Can I use this if I'm out in the sun a lot?
Bergamot contains a compound that makes skin more sensitive to sunlight and can cause blistering, redness, and pigment spots, especially in fair-skinned people. Be cautious if you spend significant time in the sun, and consider protective measures like sunscreen.
What are the side effects?
When taken by mouth short-term, the extract is generally well tolerated. One person in clinical research reported heartburn. Since this is a liquid, make sure you're using the extract form — the essential oil can be toxic if swallowed.
Does this help with mental alertness?
The evidence suggests bergamot is possibly ineffective for mental alertness, so it's not a reliable choice for that purpose.

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The Full Monographs Behind Citrus Bergamot 500 mg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Bergamot

Interacts with 410 drugs

Bergamot is a Mediterranean citrus fruit, and its standardized extract is most often used to support cholesterol and heart health, with some early but promising research. The essential oil i...

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Citrus Bergamot 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.

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 17 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.

Bergamot 17 references
  1. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  2. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  3. Naganuma M, Hirose S, Nakayama Y, et al. A study of the phototoxicity of lemon oil. Arch Dermatol Res 1985;278:31-6. . PubMed
  4. Kaddu, S., Kerl, H., and Wolf, P. Accidental bullous phototoxic reactions to bergamot aromatherapy oil. J.Am.Acad.Dermatol. 2001;45(3):458-461. PubMed
  5. Finsterer, J. Earl Grey tea intoxication. Lancet 4-27-2002;359(9316):1484. PubMed
  6. Gruson, L. M. and Chang, M. W. Berloque dermatitis mimicking child abuse. Arch.Pediatr.Adolesc.Med. 2002;156(11):1091-1093. PubMed
  7. Weisenseel, P. and Woitalla, S. [Toxic mustard plaster dematitis and phototoxic dematitis after application of bergamot oil]. MMW.Fortschr.Med. 12-15-2005;147(51-52):53, 55.
  8. Placzek, M., Fromel, W., Eberlein, B., Gilbertz, K. P., and Przybilla, B. Evaluation of phototoxic properties of fragrances. Acta Derm.Venereol. 2007;87(4):312-316. PubMed
  9. Mollace, V., Sacco, I., Janda, E., Malara, C., Ventrice, D., Colica, C., Visalli, V., Muscoli, S., Ragusa, S., Muscoli, C., Rotiroti, D., and Romeo, F. Hypolipemic and hypoglycaemic activity of bergamot polyphenols: from animal models to human studies. F PubMed
  10. Morliere, P., Huppe, G., Averbeck, D., Young, A. R., Santus, R., and Dubertret, L. In vitro photostability and photosensitizing properties of bergamot oil. Effects of a cinnamate sunscreen. J.Photochem.Photobiol.B 1990;7(2-4):199-208. PubMed
  11. Young, A. R., Walker, S. L., Kinley, J. S., Plastow, S. R., Averbeck, D., Morliere, P., and Dubertret, L. Phototumorigenesis studies of 5-methoxypsoralen in bergamot oil: evaluation and modification of risk of human use in an albino mouse skin model. J.P PubMed
  12. Girard, J., Unkovic, J., Delahayes, J., and Lafille, C. [Phototoxicity of Bergamot oil. Comparison between humans and guinea pigs]. Dermatologica 1979;158(4):229-243.
  13. Zaynoun, S. T., Johnson, B. E., and Frain-Bell, W. A study of oil of bergamot and its importance as a phototoxic agent. II. Factors which affect the phototoxic reaction induced by bergamot oil and psoralen derivatives. Contact Dermatitis 1977;3(5):225-23 PubMed
  14. Zacher, K. D. and Ippen, H. [Contact dermatitis caused by bergamot oil]. Derm.Beruf.Umwelt. 1984;32(3):95-97.
  15. Yasui, Y. and Hirone, T. Action spectrum for bergamot-oil phototoxicity measured by sunburn cell counting. J.Dermatol. 1994;21(5):319-322. PubMed
  16. Zaynoun, S. T., Johnson, B. E., and Frain-Bell, W. A study of oil of bergamot and its importance as a phototoxic agent. I. Characterization and quantification of the photoactive component. Br.J.Dermatol. 1977;96(5):475-482. PubMed
  17. Bruno A, Pandolfo G, Crucitti M, Cedro C, Zoccali RA, Muscatello MRA. Bergamot Polyphenolic Fraction Supplementation Improves Cognitive Functioning in Schizophrenia: Data From an 8-Week, Open-Label Pilot Study. J Clin Psychopharmacol 2017;37(4):468-71. PubMed

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