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Curbita Bladder Caps Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Sanhelios

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

Curbita Bladder Caps is a dietary supplement by Sanhelios with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph) symptoms, overactive bladder, eye and skin health (vitamin a source).Based on those ingredients, 1 medication has a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Pumpkin seed Oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Curbita Bladder Caps by Sanhelios

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.

Curbita Bladder Caps contains one active ingredient: pumpkin seed oil. The softgels also include gelatin, glycerol, and water as inactive ingredients (capsule material and stabilizers).

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: supports healthy bladder function for men and women.
  • We looked for evidence on: Overactive bladder, Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), urinary frequency, urinary urgency.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Pumpkin is rated "Possibly Effective" for Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Pumpkin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Overactive bladder.

Pumpkin seed oil is possibly effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — an enlarged prostate that can cause urinary trouble in older men. For hair loss (androgenic alopecia), urinary tract infections, interstitial cystitis (bladder pain and urgency), and intestinal parasites, the evidence we hold is insufficient to rate how well it works.

That doesn't mean it doesn't help — just that stronger studies are needed before we can say.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Pumpkin

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.

Pumpkin seed oil is generally well tolerated by adults. The most common side effects in trials were mild abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.

Rarely, anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) has been reported, though this is uncommon. Two case reports describe hair loss a few weeks after eating bitter-tasting or wild pumpkin — thought to come from a toxin called cucurbitacin — but this is not a known risk from standard commercial pumpkin seed oil.

There isn't enough safety data on concentrated seed oil supplements during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Pumpkin

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 — Pumpkin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: lithium.
  • For scale: 1 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 lithium, do not start this product without clearing it with your doctor or pharmacist first — pumpkin seed oil may increase lithium levels (Moderate severity). Use the medication checker on this page to confirm your exact drugs.

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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.

Curbita Bladder Caps may help with an enlarged prostate. If you take lithium, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, because this product could raise lithium levels.

For other conditions listed on the label, evidence is still limited. Talk it over with your own healthcare provider to see if it fits your situation.

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 May 22, 2015.

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 Curbita Bladder Caps, straight from the product label.

Brand Sanhelios
Barcode (UPC) 364031207006
Net contents 30 Softgel Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2015
DSLD ID 45176
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Curbita Bladder Caps by Sanhelios, 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:
3 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
4 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
364031207006
IngredientAmount% DV
Pumpkin seed Oil1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerol, Water

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Label statements
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Precautions

Cautions: Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if blister pack is broken.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place.

General Statements

A product of Germany

Blister pack ensures freshness.

Healthy bladder function is crucial to a person’s mobility and overall quality of living.

Formula

Pumpkin seed oil (Cucurbita pepo LINNE var. Styriaca) 1000 mg

Supports healthy bladder function for men and women

Composition: Each soft gel capsule contains 1000 mg of pure Curbita(TM) oil derived from a special cucurbita pepo pumpkin fruit, the first pumpkin seed oil that meets Sanhelios(R) standards.

Application: Support for healthy bladder function for men and women.

Seals/Symbols

Premium Quality GMP Made in Germany

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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.

Brand IP Statement(s)

In searching for a nutritional alternative, Sanhelios(R) found that the oil derived from a special species of pumpkin seed, Curbita(TM), provides a unique ability to help enhance bladder function.

Curbita(TM)’s precious ingredients support the entire system of bladder muscles. It supports normal emptying of the bladder because Curbita(TM) has a calming and harmonizing effect on the function of bladder muscles. This leads to a strengthening of the functional-urinary system for men and women.

Formulation

- Gluten Free - Non-GMO - No Sugar - No Preservatives - No artificial coloring - No artificial flavoring

General

2882242 1407

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Adults, take 3–4 capsules during the day and swallow whole with some liquid.

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Curbita Bladder Caps by Sanhelios label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Curbita Bladder Caps by Sanhelios

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

Serving size3 Capsule(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Pumpkin seed Oil

Interacts with
1 drug
1000 mg per serving

Pumpkin is a nutritious squash, and its seeds and seed oil are the parts most often used as supplements, mainly for urinary and prostate symptoms. The...

Pumpkin seed Oil monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Curbita Bladder Caps by Sanhelios Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Curbita Bladder Caps 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.

Pumpkin seed Oil1 drug type · 1 drug

Lithium

Pumpkin might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Pumpkin is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, this might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Curbita Bladder Caps, from the product label.

Sanhelios

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Name
Bioforce USA
City
Ghent
State
NY
ZipCode
12075
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Curbita Bladder Caps by Sanhelios: Common Questions

Does Curbita Bladder Caps by Sanhelios interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Curbita Bladder Caps has a known interaction with 1 medication. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Curbita Bladder Caps 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.
What is pumpkin seed oil supposed to do?
Pumpkin seed oil is possibly effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), an enlarged prostate that can cause urinary symptoms in men. For bladder pain, UTIs, hair loss, and parasites, the evidence isn't strong enough yet for us to say whether it helps.
What side effects might I get?
Most people tolerate pumpkin seed oil well. The most common side effects in trials were mild — abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Severe allergic reactions are very rare.
Is it safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough data on concentrated pumpkin seed oil supplements during pregnancy or breastfeeding to say either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you before taking it.
Why does this product interact with lithium?
Pumpkin seed oil has mild water-shedding properties. In theory, this could slow how your kidneys clear lithium, letting it build up in your blood. Your doctor may need to check your lithium levels and adjust your dose.
What are the inactive ingredients?
The capsule contains gelatin, glycerol, and water — these are fillers and stabilizers that hold the oil in the softgel.

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The Full Monographs Behind Curbita Bladder Caps’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Curbita Bladder Caps'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.

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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.

Pumpkin 5 references
  1. Marks L, Partin AW, Epstein JI, et al. Effects of a saw palmetto herbal blend in men with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia. J Urol 2000;163:1451-6. DOI
  2. Cho YH, Lee SY, Jeong DW, et al. Effect of pumpkin seed oil on hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2014;2014:549721. PubMed
  3. Vahlensieck W, Theurer C, Pfitzer E, Patz B, Banik N, Engelmann U. Effects of pumpkin seed in men with lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia in the one-year, randomized, placebo-controlled GRANU study. Urol Int 2015;94(3):286-95 PubMed
  4. Assouly P. Hair loss associated with cucurbit poisoning. JAMA Dermatol. 2018 May 1;154(5):617-618. PubMed
  5. Gawryjolek J, Ludwig H, Zbikowska-Götz M, Bartuzi Z, Krogulska A. Anaphylaxis after consumption of pumpkin seeds in a 2-y-old child tolerant to its pulp: A case study. Nutrition 2021;89:111272. PubMed

See these in context on the Pumpkin monograph →

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