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Dietary supplement

D-Mannose Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by AZO

Capsule Category: Fiber And Other Nutrients
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

D-Mannose is a dietary supplement by AZO with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for preventing urinary tract infections (utis), treating mild utis, urinary tract health.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of D-Mannose by AZO

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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: D-mannose, a naturally occurring sugar. It's meant to support urinary tract health.

The capsule itself is made from hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (a plant-based capsule material) and magnesium stearate (a binder and anti-caking agent).

Does it work?

Leans against
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
Leans against

The strongest graded evidence we hold for the stated purpose leans against a benefit.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: urinary tract health and cleansing.
  • We looked for evidence on: Urinary tract infections (UTIs), urinary tract infection prevention, urinary tract inflammation.
  • The closest evidence on file: D-mannose is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Urinary tract infections (UTIs) (Natural Medicines).

The evidence here is mixed. D-mannose is likely effective for carbohydrate-deficient glycoprotein syndrome type 1b, a rare metabolic disorder — but that's not a common reason someone takes this product.

For urinary tract infections (UTIs), the data we hold rates it as possibly ineffective. If you're taking it hoping it'll prevent or treat a UTI, the evidence doesn't support that use.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient D-mannose

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.

D-mannose is generally well tolerated in the short term, but we don't have high-quality safety data for long-term use, so caution is advised if you're thinking of taking it for months on end. The most common side effects are bloating, diarrhea, and nausea.

Diarrhea is more likely if you take a single dose over 200 mg per kilogram of body weight. During pregnancy, there isn't enough reliable safety data, so it's best to avoid it unless your doctor says otherwise.

Safety while breastfeeding is not well studied, so caution is advised — talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you use it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient D-mannose

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 in our data for this ingredient. That absence of data isn't a guarantee no interactions exist — check your specific medications with the search tool on this page or with your own doctor or pharmacist before you start.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with graded evidence leaning against its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

D-mannose is generally well tolerated short-term and has no documented interactions with medications. That said, the evidence for UTI prevention or treatment is weak.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, or thinking of taking it long-term, check with your own doctor or pharmacist first — the safety data just isn't there yet.

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, 2021.

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 D-Mannose, straight from the product label.

Brand AZO
Barcode (UPC) 787651760261
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2021
DSLD ID 243441
Product type Fiber And Other Nutrients
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for D-Mannose by AZO, 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:
4 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
4 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
787651760261
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates2 Gram(s)1%
Added Sugars2 Gram(s)4%
Total Sugars2 Gram(s)--
D-Mannose2000 mg--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Magnesium Stearate

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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

Clinical Strength Solution for Urinary Health.

Drug free Gluten free Dairy free Non-GMO

Clinical Strength Urinary Tract Health

Helps cleanse, flush & protect the urinary tract

Country of Origin: China

Formula

AZO D-Mannose is a drug-free solution to help maintain a healthy urinary tract. D-Mannose helps cleanse, flush & protect from bacteria adhering to the urinary tract. D-Mannose is naturally found in small amounts in many fruits such as oranges, apples & peaches.

General Statements

#1 Most Trusted Brand based on Total AZO Brand Nielsen data through 10/3/20 and the 2020 Pharmacy Times Survey (Urinary Pain Relief and Cranberry Supplement categories).

From the #1 Most Trusted Brand

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For clinical strength support, take 4 capsules with or without food once daily.

Precautions

As with any dietary supplement, please inform your healthcare provider before using.

Keep out of reach of children.

Tamper resistant: Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

For questions, concerns, or to report an adverse event, please call (800) 722-3476

Storage

Store in a dry place and avoid excessive heat.

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.

See for yourself

D-Mannose by AZO label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in D-Mannose by AZO

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

Serving size4 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

D-Mannose

No known
interactions
2000 mg per serving

D-mannose is a natural sugar most often used to help prevent urinary tract infections, especially those caused by E. coli. Early research is promising...

D-Mannose monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

D-Mannose by AZO Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in D-Mannose. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for D-Mannose, from the product label.

AZO

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Name
i-Health Inc.
Street Address
55 Sebethe Drive
City
Cromwell
State
CT
ZipCode
06416
Phone Number
(800) 722-3476
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

D-Mannose by AZO: Common Questions

Does D-Mannose by AZO interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in D-Mannose. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
D-Mannose 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.
Will D-mannose prevent or treat a UTI?
The evidence rates D-mannose as possibly ineffective for UTIs. If you're taking it for that reason, the data we hold doesn't support it'll do much.
What side effects should I watch for?
Bloating, diarrhea, and nausea are the most common. Diarrhea is more likely if you take a very large single dose. Most people tolerate it well in the short term.
Can I take this while pregnant?
There isn't enough reliable safety data, so it's best to avoid it unless your doctor advises otherwise. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
Safety while breastfeeding isn't well studied, so caution is advised. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before you use it.
How long can I safely take D-mannose?
Short-term use is generally well tolerated, but high-quality long-term safety data are limited. If you're thinking of taking it for months, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first.

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D-Mannose label
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The Full Monographs Behind D-Mannose’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

D-Mannose'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 6 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.

D-mannose 6 references
  1. Westphal V, Kjaergaard S, Davis JA, et al. Genetic and metabolic analysis of the first adult with congenital disorder of glycosylation type Ib: long-term outcome and effects of mannose supplementation. Mol Genet Metab 2001;73:77-85. PubMed
  2. Kranjcec B, Papes D, Altarac S. D-mannose powder for prophylaxis of recurrent urinary tract infections in women: a randomized clinical trial. World J Urol. 2014 Feb;32(1):79-84.
  3. de Lonlay P, Seta N. The clinical spectrum of phosphomannose isomerase deficiency, with an evaluation of mannose treatment for CDG-Ib. Biochim Biophys Acta. 2009;1792(9):841-3. PubMed
  4. Harms HK, Zimmer KP, Kurnik K, Bertele-Harms RM, Weidinger S, Reiter K. Oral mannose therapy persistently corrects the severe clinical symptoms and biochemical abnormalities of phosphomannose isomerase deficiency. Acta Paediatr. 2002;91(10):1065-72. DOI
  5. . Damen G, de Klerk H, Huijmans J, den Hollander J, Sinaasappel M. Gastrointestinal and other clinical manifestations in 17 children with congenital disorders of glycosylation type Ia, Ib, and Ic. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2004;38(3):282-7. DOI
  6. Lenger SM, Bradley MS, Thomas DA, Bertolet MH, Lowder JL, Sutcliffe S. D-mannose vs other agents for recurrent urinary tract infection prevention in adult women: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2020;223(2):265.e1-265.e13. PubMed

See these in context on the D-mannose monograph →

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