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Coccinia Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

Coccinia label
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Liquid Category: Botanical
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 Coccinia 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

Coccinia is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for blood sugar support, digestive complaints, skin conditions.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are certified organic Coccinia dried fruit liquid extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Coccinia by Herbal Terra

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: certified organic ivy gourd dried fruit liquid extract. Ivy gourd is a plant traditionally used to help support blood sugar levels.

The formulation also includes menstruum, an inactive ingredient used to prepare the extract.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Ivy Gourd's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Ivy Gourd for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Diabetes — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

For diabetes, ivy gourd is rated possibly effective based on available evidence. That means there's some research suggesting it may help, but the data isn't conclusive yet.

If you're considering it as part of your diabetes plan, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist first.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Ivy Gourd

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.

Ivy gourd leaf is generally well tolerated when taken orally. A small number of people may experience mild nausea, headache, or drowsiness.

Keep in mind that supplement doses are less studied than food amounts, and this herb can affect blood sugar. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information to recommend medicinal amounts of ivy gourd—talk with your doctor about whether it's right for you.

The same goes for breastfeeding: safety hasn't been established, so it's best to avoid medicinal use while nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Ivy Gourd

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 — Ivy Gourd.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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 any antidiabetes drugs you take—insulin, metformin, sulfonylureas, and others—before you start this product. Ivy gourd may lower blood sugar and could increase the risk of hypoglycemia when combined with these medications.

Altogether, these interactions span 86 individual medications.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Coccinia may be worth considering if you're looking for a traditional approach to blood sugar support and your doctor agrees. If you take any diabetes medication, you'll want to monitor your blood sugar closely and check your specific drugs against the tool on this page first.

Anyone who is pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other medications should talk with their doctor or pharmacist before starting.

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 Nov 21, 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 Coccinia, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7429523384306
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2020
DSLD ID 234718
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Coccinia by Herbal Terra, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
7429523384306
IngredientAmount% DV
certified organic Coccinia dried fruit liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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Formulation

Origin of plant material: Thailand.

Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility

Alcohol free

Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Alcohol-free liquid herbal extract

Non GMO

No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Direction Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz of juice or water up to 4 times a day. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Notice This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Caution May have contraindications.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

Formula

Coccinia cordifolia

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free

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Coccinia by Herbal Terra label

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Coccinia label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Coccinia by Herbal Terra

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

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Certified organic Coccinia dried fruit liquid extract

Interacts with
86 drugs
970 mg per serving

Ivy gourd is a tropical vine widely eaten as a vegetable and used in traditional medicine, most often for blood sugar support. Early human research hi...

Certified organic Coccinia dried fruit liquid extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Coccinia by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

certified organic Coccinia dried fruit liquid extract 86

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Coccinia interact with 86 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Coccinia interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. certified organic Coccinia dried fruit liquid extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Coccinia 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.

certified organic Coccinia dried fruit liquid extract1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Ivy gourd may lower blood glucose levels and might have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs. This might increase the risk of hypoglycemia in some patients. Monitor blood glucose levels closely.

Likelihood Probable Evidence A
certified organic Coccinia dried fruit liquid extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Coccinia by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Coccinia by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Coccinia has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Coccinia 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 Coccinia if I'm pregnant?
There isn't enough safety information about medicinal amounts during pregnancy, so it's best to avoid it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's appropriate for your situation.
What side effects might I notice?
Ivy gourd leaf is generally well tolerated, but some people may experience mild nausea, headache, or drowsiness. These tend to be mild.
Does Coccinia actually help with blood sugar?
The evidence suggests it may help, but it's not conclusive—that's why it's rated possibly effective. It's best used as part of a plan you've discussed with your doctor, not as a replacement for diabetes medication.
Why do I need to monitor my blood sugar so closely?
Ivy gourd can lower blood glucose on its own, and if you're already taking diabetes medication, the combined effect could drop your blood sugar too low. Close monitoring helps catch that before you have symptoms.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking this?
Safety hasn't been established during breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid medicinal use. Check with your doctor or pharmacist about alternatives that might be safer for you and your baby.

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The Full Monographs Behind Coccinia’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Ivy Gourd

Interacts with 86 drugs

Ivy gourd is a tropical vine widely eaten as a vegetable and used in traditional medicine, most often for blood sugar support. Early human research hints it may modestly lower blood sugar, b...

Read the full Ivy Gourd monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Coccinia'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 5 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.

Ivy Gourd 5 references
  1. Khan AK, AKhtar S, Mahtab H. Treatment of diabetes mellitus with Coccinia indica. Br Med J 1980;280:1044. PubMed
  2. Munasinghe MAAK, Abeysena C, Yaddehige IS, et al. Blood sugar lowering effect of Coccinia grandis (L.) J. Voight: path for a new drug for diabetes mellitus. Exp Diabetes Res 2011; doi: 10.1155/2011/978762.
  3. Venkateswaran, S. and Pari, L. Effect of Coccinia indica leaf extract on plasma antioxidants in streptozotocin- induced experimental diabetes in rats. Phytother.Res 2003;17(6):605-608.
  4. Kuriyan, R., Rajendran, R., Bantwal, G., and Kurpad, A. V. Effect of supplementation of Coccinia cordifolia extract on newly detected diabetic patients. Diabetes Care 2008;31(2):216-220.
  5. Wasana KGP, Attanayake AP, Weerarathna TP, Jayatilaka KAPW. Efficacy and safety of a herbal drug of Coccinia grandis (Linn.) Voigt in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A double blind randomized placebo controlled clinical trial. Phytomedicine. 2021 PubMed

See these in context on the Ivy Gourd monograph →

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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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