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Coconut Oil Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Health From The Sun

Coconut Oil label
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Softgel Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Coconut Oil 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: Minor

Coconut Oil is a dietary supplement by Health From The Sun 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 Organic Virgin Coconut Oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Coconut Oil by Health From The Sun

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 16, 2026

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.
  • “Organic Virgin Coconut Oil” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (2,000 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product has 1 active ingredient: lauric acid, a saturated fat naturally found in coconut oil. Lauric acid is the main component that gives coconut oil its potential health properties.

The capsules also contain several inactive ingredients (non-GMO modified cornstarch, glycerin, carrageenan, sorbitol, water, and carob) that help form and preserve the softgel.

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 Lauric Acid product and its label doesn't state a use — see Lauric Acid'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 lauric acid doesn't yet support its use for bronchitis, vaginal yeast infection (vaginal candidiasis), or common cold — we don't have reliable data showing it works for these purposes. If you're thinking about taking this for one of those reasons, the science isn't there yet to back it up.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Coconut Lauric Acid

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.

Lauric acid in food amounts is generally well tolerated, but high-dose supplements like this one haven't been studied much for safety. Some people report nausea when taking it, though how common that is with oral capsules isn't clear.

As a saturated fat, lauric acid can raise total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol, though it also raises HDL (good) cholesterol — it doesn't seem to affect triglycerides. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The data we have suggests this product is likely safe during both pregnancy and lactation, though concentrated supplements haven't been closely studied in these situations.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant or nursing and want personalized advice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Coconut Lauric Acid

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 the ingredients we could check in this product. Your medications should work as prescribed, but it's always worth confirming with your own doctor or pharmacist before adding any supplement.

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The bottom line

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

Coconut Oil from Health From The Sun doesn't interact with medications. However, there's not enough evidence yet to say it works for bronchitis, yeast infections, or colds.

If you're interested in it for general wellness or another reason, check with your doctor or pharmacist first — especially if you have high cholesterol or heart concerns, since it's a saturated fat.

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 25, 2014.

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, straight from the product label.

Brand Health From The Sun
Barcode (UPC) 010043671792
Net contents 180 Vegetarian Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 25, 2014
DSLD ID 34154
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Coconut Oil by Health From The Sun, 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:
2 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
010043671792
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories20 {Calories}--
Calories from Fat20 {Calories}--
Total Fat2 Gram(s)3%
Saturated Fat2 Gram(s)10%
Lauric Acid880 mg--
Organic Virgin Coconut Oil2000 mg--

Other ingredients: Non-GMO modified cornstarch, Glycerin, Carrageenan, Sorbitol, Water, Carob

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formulation

100% VEGETARIAN

FDA Statement of Identity

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

Formula

MADE WITH ORGANIC RAW COCONUT

Each softgel contains 1,000 mg virgin, unrefined and non-hydrogenated coconut oil encapsulated in pure plant-based gelatin.

Precautions

WARNING: Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

General

4581945 0611

Storage

Store at room temperature and keep out of sunlight.

General Statements

Keep your licensed health care practitioner informed when using this product.

Other benefits of coconut oil include nutritive support for healthy skin and hair. Rigorously quality tested to guarantee purity, potency and truth-in-labeling.

Coconut oil is one of nature's best sources of healthy medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) which play a key role in the body's metabolism of fats. Coconut oil is also considered to be one of the most abundant sources of lauric acid, second only to human breast milk. Lauric acid has been studied for its reputed benefits of metabolism, thyroid function and immune function.

Unrefined ~Unbleached Non-Hydrogenated

Brand IP Statement(s)

Discussion: Health From The Sun(R) 100% Vegetarian Coconut Oil Softgels provide all of the healthy benefits of raw, organic coconut oil in a convenient, portable form.

(C)2011

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Use only as directed. Take two softgels with each meal or as directed by your health care practitioner.

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Coconut Oil by Health From The Sun label

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Coconut Oil label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Coconut Oil by Health From The Sun

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

Serving size2 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Organic Virgin Coconut Oil

Interacts with
86 drugs
2000 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...

Organic Virgin Coconut Oil monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Non-GMO modified cornstarch, Glycerin, Carrageenan, Sorbitol, Water, Carob. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Coconut Oil by Health From The Sun Drug Interactions

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86 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Organic Virgin Coconut Oil 86

Individual Drug Interactions

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

1 of the 1 ingredient in Coconut Oil interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Organic Virgin Coconut Oil

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Coconut Oil 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.

Organic 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
Organic Virgin Coconut Oil full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Health From The Sun

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Name
Nutraceutical Corp.
Web Address
www.nutraceutical.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Coconut Oil by Health From The Sun: Common Questions

Does Coconut Oil by Health From The Sun interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Coconut Oil 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 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 lauric acid the same as coconut oil?
Lauric acid is a fatty acid that's naturally found in coconut oil and makes up a large part of it. This product is concentrated lauric acid from coconut oil, so it's more potent than eating coconut oil itself.
Could this raise my cholesterol?
Yes — lauric acid is a saturated fat that can raise both total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. It also raises HDL (good) cholesterol, so the overall effect on heart health isn't clear-cut. If you have cholesterol concerns, ask your doctor before taking this.
Will this help me fight a cold?
There's not enough reliable evidence yet to say lauric acid helps with colds. Don't count on it as a treatment.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The data suggests it's likely safe during both pregnancy and lactation, though concentrated supplements haven't been studied closely in these situations. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance if you're pregnant or nursing.
What side effects might I notice?
Nausea is the main one reported, though how often it happens with these capsules isn't well established. Start with a low dose to see how you tolerate it.

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The Full Monographs Behind Coconut Oil’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Coconut

Interacts with 86 drugs

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 (like skin moisturizing and hydration) h...

Read the full Coconut monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Lauric Acid

Lauric acid is a medium-to-long-chain saturated fatty acid found in coconut oil, palm kernel oil, and breast milk. It is studied for possible antimicrobial and skin benefits, but solid human...

Read the full Lauric Acid monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Coconut Oil'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 18 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.

Lauric Acid 8 references
  1. Brown KE, Leong K, Huang CH, et al. Gelatin/chondroitin 6-sulfate microspheres for the delivery of therapeutic proteins to the joint. Arthritis Rheum 1998;41:2185-95. PubMed
  2. de Roos N, Schouten E, Katan M. Consumption of a solid fat rich in lauric acid results in a more favorable serum lipid profile in healthy men and women than consumption of a solid fat rich in trans-fatty acids. J Nutr 2001;131;242-5. PubMed
  3. Temme EH, Mensink RP, Hornstra G. Comparison of the effects of diets enriched in lauric, palmitic, or oleic acids on serum lipids and lipoproteins in healthy women and men. Am J Clin Nutr 1996;63:897-903. PubMed
  4. Denke MA, Grundy SM. Comparison of effects of lauric acid and palmitic acid on plasma lipids and lipoproteins. Am J Clin Nutr 1992;56:895-8. PubMed
  5. Tholstrup T, Marckmann P, Vessby B, Sandstrom B. Effect of fats high in individual saturated fatty acids on plasma lipoprotein[a] levels in young healthy men. J Lipid Res 1995;36;1447-52. DOI
  6. Francois CA, Connor SL, Wander RC, Connor WE. Acute effects of dietary fatty acids on the fatty acids of human milk. Am J Clin Nutr 1998;67:301-8. PubMed
  7. Tholstrup T, Marckmann P, Jespersen J, Sandstrom B. Fat high in stearic acid favorably affects blood lipids and factor VII coagulant activity in comparison with fats high in palmitic acid or high in myristic and lauric acids. Am J Clin Nutr 1994;59:371-7. PubMed
  8. McVeay C, Fitzgerald PCE, Ullrich SS, Steinert RE, Horowitz M, Feinle-Bisset C. Effects of intraduodenal administration of lauric acid and L-tryptophan, alone and combined, on gut hormones, pyloric pressures, and energy intake in healthy men. Am J Clin Nu PubMed

See these in context on the Lauric Acid monograph →

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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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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