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Coconut Oil 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nutricost

Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Coconut Oil 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Nutricost with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin and hair care, source of dietary fats (mcts), hydration with coconut water.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are extra virgin Coconut Oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Nutricost

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: extra virgin coconut oil at 1,000 mg per capsule. The capsule itself is made from softgel material.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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 assessable

This is a single-ingredient Coconut product and its label doesn't state a use — see Coconut's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for coconut oil isn't established in the data we hold. Effectiveness ratings for diabetes, high cholesterol, weight loss, and lichen planus all show insufficient reliable evidence to rate — meaning we don't have enough solid research yet to say whether it works for these purposes.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Coconut

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.

Coconut oil is generally well tolerated when taken orally. That said, the caution here is dose — coconut oil as food is considered fine, but high-dose supplements haven't been studied enough to know their long-term safety profile without your doctor's approval.

You should also know that coconut can trigger allergic reactions, ranging from hives to anaphylaxis (a severe, life-threatening reaction), especially if you have a known hypersensitivity to coconut or tree nuts — most reactions happen with oral exposure, and about half involve anaphylaxis. Pregnancy and lactation data shows coconut oil is likely safe in those periods, though discussing it with your doctor or pharmacist is always a good idea.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Coconut

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Coconut.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • 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.

If you take antidiabetes drugs (medications that lower blood sugar), check your specific medication with the search tool on this page before starting this product — there's a Minor risk of low blood sugar when combined.

Check your own medication Run your meds through the checker above

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Nutricost Coconut Oil 1000 mg is a single-ingredient supplement whose effectiveness for any specific condition isn't well established in the research we hold. If you take antidiabetes medication, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it — the risk of low blood sugar is small but real.

Anyone with a known coconut allergy or tree nut sensitivity should avoid it. Check in with your own healthcare provider before adding this to your routine.

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 Coconut Oil 1000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nutricost
Barcode (UPC) 857077008480
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 24, 2020
DSLD ID 223046
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Nutricost, 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:
2 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
857077008480
IngredientAmount% DV
extra virgin Coconut Oil1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Softgel Capsule

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 softgels daily, or as recommended by your physician.

Precautions

Warning: This product is only intended to be consumed by healthy individuals 18 years of age or older.

Consult your physician prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing.

Do not exceed recommended use. Improper use will not improve results and is not advised.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is broken.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

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.

Formula

Coconut Oil 1000 mg per serving

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Nutricost Quality guaranteed Third party tested

Formulation

Non GMO Gluten free product

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Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Nutricost label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Nutricost

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

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Extra virgin Coconut Oil

Interacts with
86 drugs
1000 mg per serving

Coconut is a nutritious tropical food enjoyed as oil, water, milk, and flesh, and it is generally safe to eat in normal food amounts. While some uses...

Extra virgin Coconut Oil monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Nutricost Drug Interactions

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86 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Coconut Oil 1000 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.

extra virgin Coconut Oil1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking coconut with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that coconut milk might increase insulin levels and/or decrease blood glucose levels.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Coconut Oil 1000 mg, from the product label.

Nutricost

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Name
Nutricost
Street Address
7 S 1550 W #200
City
Lindon
State
UT
ZipCode
84042
Phone Number
(866) 438-3694
Web Address
www.nutricost.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Nutricost: Common Questions

Does Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Nutricost interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Coconut Oil 1000 mg 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?
Coconut Oil 1000 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 have a tree nut allergy?
Coconut can trigger allergic reactions in people with hypersensitivity to coconut or tree nuts, ranging from hives to severe anaphylaxis. Because coconut is grouped with tree nuts for allergen labeling in the US, you should avoid this product if you have a known tree nut or coconut allergy and talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's safe for you.
Is coconut oil safe to take long-term?
Coconut oil as food is considered safe, but high-dose supplements like this haven't been thoroughly studied over time. The caution is to get your doctor's approval before taking concentrated supplement doses without their oversight.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Coconut oil is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation based on the data we hold, but any supplement decision during these periods is a conversation for your doctor or pharmacist — they know your individual situation best.
Does this product actually work for weight loss or cholesterol?
The evidence we have isn't strong enough to rate coconut oil for weight loss or high cholesterol — there's insufficient reliable evidence either way. You'd want to discuss whether this is the right choice for your health goals with your doctor.
What are the most common side effects?
Coconut oil is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The main concern is allergic reactions — ranging from hives to anaphylaxis — in people with coconut or tree nut hypersensitivity.

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The Full Monographs Behind Coconut Oil 1000 mg’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Coconut Oil 1000 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 10 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.

Coconut 10 references
  1. Teuber SS, Peterson WR. Systemic allergic reaction to coconut (Cocos nucifera) in 2 subjects with hypersensitivity to tree nut and demonstration of cross-reactivity to legumin-like seed storage proteins: new coconut and walnut food allergens. J Allergy Cl PubMed
  2. Rosado A, Fernandez-Rivas M, Gonzalez-Mancebo E, et al. Anaphylaxis to coconut. Allergy 2002;57(2):182-3. PubMed
  3. Karmakar PR, Das A, Chatterjee BP. Placebo-controlled immunotherapy with Cocos nucifera pollen extract. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 1994;103(2):194-201. PubMed
  4. Anagnostou K. Coconut Allergy Revisited. Children (Basel). 2017;4(10). pii: E85. PubMed
  5. Cifuentes L, Mistrello G, Amato S, et al. Identification of cross-reactivity between buckwheat and coconut. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2015;115(6):530-2. PubMed
  6. Michavila Gomez A, Amat Bou M, Gonzalez Cortés MV, Segura Navas L, Moreno Palanques MA, Bartolomé B. Coconut anaphylaxis: Case report and review. Allergol Immunopathol (Madr). 2015;43(2):219-20. PubMed
  7. 21CFR170.3. U.S. Food and Drug Administration Department of Health and Human Services. Updated April 1, 2017. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=170.3
  8. Alatawi KA, Alshubaily FA. Coconut products alleviate hyperglycaemic, hyperlipidimic and nephropathy indices in streptozotocin-induced diabetic wistar rats. Saudi J Biol Sci. 2021;28(8):4224-4231. PubMed
  9. Kruse L, Lor J, Yousif R, Pongracic JA, Fishbein AB. Coconut allergy: Characteristics of reactions and diagnostic predictors in a pediatric tertiary care center. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 2021;126(5):562-568.
  10. Pathmanandavel K, Kaur N, Joshi P, Ford LS. Anaphylaxis and allergy to coconut: An Australian pediatric case series. J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract 2020;8(10):3657-3659. PubMed

See these in context on the Coconut monograph →

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