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Dietary supplement

CranRx 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Way

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

CranRx 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Nature's Way with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for urinary tract infection prevention, bladder health, antioxidant support.Based on those ingredients, 712 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are CranRx. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of CranRx 500 mg by Nature's Way

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.

CranRx 500 mg is a single-ingredient supplement: 500 mg of cranberry per capsule. The capsule itself contains inactive ingredients — hypromellose, cellulose, magnesium stearate, and silica — that help hold the powder together and form the capsule.

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: Urinary tract and bladder health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Urinary tract infections (UTIs), Overactive bladder, Urinary odor, Catheter-related infections, Radiation-induced cystitis, Urinary health — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Cranberry is rated "Possibly Effective" for Urinary tract infections (UTIs) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Cranberry is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Urinary odor, Overactive bladder, Catheter-related infections, Radiation-induced cystitis.

Cranberry is possibly effective for urinary tract infections (UTIs) based on the evidence we hold. For other uses listed here — age-related cognitive decline, benign prostatic hyperplasia, cancer prevention, fatty liver disease, and chronic fatigue — the evidence isn't established well enough for us to rate it either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Cranberry

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.

Cranberry is generally well tolerated, and normal food amounts are considered likely safe even in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. The most common side effects are diarrhea and stomach discomfort.

In clinical trials, some people reported nausea, vomiting, and abdominal upset, especially with larger doses or over several weeks. Very high doses — several liters of juice a day — can cause significant gastrointestinal upset, particularly in young children.

One case of skin redness and itching was reported. Because concentrated supplements like this haven't been studied as much as whole cranberry foods, ask your provider before starting if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a sensitive stomach.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Cranberry

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 — Cranberry.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 713 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 you take CranRx, double-check it with your pharmacist if you're on blood thinners like warfarin, cholesterol medications like atorvastatin, heart drugs like nifedipine, or pain relievers like diclofenac. These are Moderate-severity interactions.

Cranberry may also affect other medications that your liver breaks down the same way.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

CranRx makes sense if you're dealing with recurrent UTIs and want to try a supplement with some evidence behind it. If you take blood thinners, statins, heart medications, or pain relievers, you need to check with your pharmacist first — cranberry can affect how your body clears these drugs.

This isn't a replacement for antibiotics if you have an active infection.

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 Mar 25, 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 CranRx 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Way
Barcode (UPC) 033674152898
Net contents 30 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2025
DSLD ID 327941
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for CranRx 500 mg by Nature's Way, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
033674152898
IngredientAmount% DV
CranRx500 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silica

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendations: Adults take 1 capsule one to two times daily.

Precautions

If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

This product has a tamper-evident foil pouch. Do not use if foil or plastic is punctured.

Formulation

Gluten free. No wheat, corn, soy, dairy, gelatin, or artificial colors or flavors.

Vegan Gelatin Free

Vegan Gelatin Free

Supports urinary tract health Antioxidant support Plant powered

Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org

Packed and tested in the USA

Healthy urinary tract support Supports antioxidant pathways

Storage

Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2023 Nature's Way Brands, LLC

General Statements

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Formula

Researched Cranberry Fruit Concentrate Made with 100% whole cranberry fruit Derived from 25,000 mg of fresh cranberries per serving

Bioactive Cranberry

CranRx 500 mg potency

Standardized to PACs (proanthocyanidins), the key bioactives in cranberries

Seals/Symbols

Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org

Vegan Gelatin free

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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CranRx 500 mg by Nature's Way label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in CranRx 500 mg by Nature's Way

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

CranRx

Interacts with
712 drugs
500 mg per serving Form: Cranberry Fruit Concentrate

Cranberry is best known for helping to prevent repeated urinary tract infections (UTIs) in some people, and the evidence here is moderate but mixed. I...

CranRx monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

CranRx 500 mg by Nature's Way Drug Interactions

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712Drugs
643 Moderate 69 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

CranRx 712

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in CranRx 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.

CranRx6 drug types · 712 drugs

Atorvastatin (Lipitor)

Theoretically, cranberry might increase levels and adverse effects of atorvastatin.
In one case report, a patient taking atorvastatin experienced upper back pain, rhabdomyolysis, and abnormal liver function after drinking cranberry juice 16 ounces daily for 2 weeks. Theoretically, this may have been caused by inhibition of cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4) enzymes by cranberry juice, as atorvastatin is a CYP3A4 substrate. Creatinine kinase and liver enzymes normalized within 2 weeks of stopping cranberry juice. Patients taking atorvastatin should avoid large quantities of cranberry juice.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, cranberry might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
A case of upper back pain, rhabdomyolysis, and abnormal liver function has been reported for a patient taking atorvastatin, a CYP3A4 substrate, in combination with cranberry juice 16 ounces daily for 2 weeks. Creatinine kinase and liver enzymes normalized within 2 weeks of stopping cranberry juice. Also, animal research suggests that cranberry juice, administered intraduodenally 30 minutes prior to nifedipine, a CYP3A4 substrate, inhibits nifedipine metabolism and increases the area under the concentration-time curve by 1.6-fold compared to control.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nifedipine (Procardia)

Theoretically, cranberry might increase the levels and adverse effects of nifedipine.
Animal research suggests that cranberry juice, administered intraduodenally 30 minutes prior to nifedipine treatment, inhibits nifedipine metabolism and increases the area under the concentration-time curve by 1.6-fold compared to control. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, cranberry might increase the levels and adverse effects of warfarin. However, research is conflicting.
There is contradictory evidence about the effect of cranberry juice on warfarin. Case reports have linked cranberry juice consumption to increases in the international normalized ratio (INR) in patients taking warfarin, resulting in severe spontaneous bleeding and excessive postoperative bleeding. Daily consumption of cranberry sauce for one week has also been linked to an increase in INR in one case report. In a small study in healthy young males, taking a high dose of 3 grams of cranberry juice concentrate capsules, equivalent to 57 grams of fruit daily, for 2 weeks produced a 30% increase in the area under the INR-time curve after a single 25-mg dose of warfarin. However, 3 very small clinical studies in patients stabilized on warfarin reported that cranberry juice 250 mL once or twice daily for 7 days (27% cranberry juice or pure cranberry juice) or 240 mL once daily for 14 days does not significantly increase INR or affect plasma warfarin levels. The reasons for these discrepant findings are unclear. It is possible that the form and dose of cranberry may play a role, as cranberry extracts and juices contain different constituents. Additionally, an in vitro study evaluating 5 different cranberry juices found varying effects, with only a cranberry concentrate, and not diluted cranberry juices, inhibiting CYP2C9. However, this concentrate did not inhibit CYP2C9 activity in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates

Theoretically, cranberry might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2C9 substrates. However, research is conflicting.
There is contradictory evidence about the effect of cranberry on CYP2C9 enzymes. In vitro evidence suggests that flavonoids in cranberry inhibit CYP2C9 enzymes. However, clinical research shows that cranberry juice does not significantly affect the levels, metabolism, or elimination of the CYP2C9 substrates flurbiprofen or diclofenac. Also, in patients stabilized on warfarin, drinking cranberry juice 250 mL daily for 7 days does not significantly increase the anticoagulant activity of warfarin, a CYP2C9 substrate. Additional pharmacokinetic research shows that cranberry juice does not increase peak plasma concentrations or area under the concentration-time curve of warfarin.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Diclofenac (Voltaren, Others)

Theoretically, cranberry might modestly increase the levels and adverse effects of diclofenac.
In vitro evidence suggests that cranberry juice inhibits diclofenac metabolism by human liver microsomes. However, drinking cranberry juice does not seem to affect diclofenac metabolism in humans.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

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

Nature's Way

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Name
Nature's Way Brands, LLC
City
Green Bay
State
WI
ZipCode
54311
Phone Number
1-800-962-8873
Web Address
naturesway.com
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CranRx 500 mg by Nature's Way: Common Questions

Does CranRx 500 mg by Nature's Way interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, CranRx 500 mg has a known interaction with 712 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
CranRx 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?
Cranberry in normal food amounts is considered likely safe during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Concentrated supplements like this one haven't been as well studied, so talk with your provider first to make sure it's right for you.
Will this prevent or treat a UTI?
Cranberry is possibly effective for UTIs based on the evidence we have, but it's not a substitute for medical treatment. If you have an active infection with symptoms, you need to see your doctor. This supplement may be worth trying to help prevent recurrent UTIs, but always talk with your provider about your specific situation.
What are the most common side effects?
Diarrhea and gastrointestinal discomfort are the most common complaints. Some people in trials also reported nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. If you have a sensitive stomach, start slowly and watch how you feel.
Can cranberry help with other things, like cancer or memory problems?
The evidence for those uses isn't established well enough for us to say it works. We don't have reliable data to rate cranberry for age-related cognitive decline, cancer prevention, fatty liver disease, or chronic fatigue.
Is it the same as drinking cranberry juice?
This is a concentrated 500 mg capsule, so it's more concentrated than a glass of juice. Because high-dose concentrated supplements haven't been studied as thoroughly as cranberry foods, ask your provider before starting — especially if you have a sensitive stomach.

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The 33 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.

Cranberry 33 references
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