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Forskolin Gold 250 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NutriGold

Forskolin Gold 250 mg label
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Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Major
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Forskolin Gold 250 mg 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: Major

Forskolin Gold 250 mg is a dietary supplement by NutriGold with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for weight management, asthma and breathing, high blood pressure.Based on those ingredients, 915 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Coleus forskohlii standardized extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Forskolin Gold 250 mg by NutriGold

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.

Forskolin Gold contains one active ingredient: coleus forskohlii standardized extract at 250 mg per capsule. Coleus is a plant whose main active compound is forskolin, which is studied for effects on heart function, blood pressure, and inflammation.

The capsule also contains inactive ingredients — rice concentrate, a veggie capsule shell, and microcrystalline cellulose (a binder).

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Coleus's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Support fat metabolism, weight management, and heart health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Obesity, Hypertension, Angina, Congestive heart failure (CHF), Dilated cardiomyopathy, Asthma — and 3 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Coleus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Angina (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Coleus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Asthma, Congestive heart failure (CHF), Hypertension, Obesity, and more.

The evidence for coleus isn't established in the data we hold. Our records show insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for angina, asthma, cancer, congestive heart failure, atopic dermatitis (eczema), and dry eye — the six uses listed here.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the research is limited or mixed. Talk with your pharmacist about whether this supplement fits your specific goal.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Coleus

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.

Coleus is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal — a small number of trial participants reported constipation, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting.

Some reports suggest diarrhea rates around 10% from oral use. One important caution: coleus may lower blood pressure and hasn't been well studied for long-term safety, so it should be used with professional guidance.

The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Coleus

Meds to double-check

Major interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Major identified

At least one ingredient has a documented Major-severity interaction. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Coleus.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 916 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 Forskolin Gold, double-check with your pharmacist if you're on nitrates or calcium channel blockers (Major interactions with heart blood-vessel effects). Also check if you take blood pressure medications, blood thinners like warfarin or aspirin, or drugs metabolized by your liver through CYP2C9 or CYP3A4 pathways (all Moderate interactions).

These account for a significant share of the 904 medications this supplement may interact with.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Forskolin Gold is a single-ingredient supplement that's generally well tolerated, but its effectiveness isn't established in reliable evidence. If you take heart medications, blood pressure drugs, or blood thinners, you need to check this with your pharmacist first — the interactions are real and potentially serious.

Talk with your pharmacist before starting, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any prescription medications.

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 Jul 24, 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 Forskolin Gold 250 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand NutriGold
Barcode (UPC) 859447002630
Net contents 90 Veggie Capsule(s); 250 mg
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 24, 2015
DSLD ID 47307
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 Forskolin Gold 250 mg by NutriGold, 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 Veggie Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Veggie Capsule(s)
Servings per container
45
UPC/BARCODE
859447002630
IngredientAmount% DV
Coleus forskohlii standardized extract250 mg--

Other ingredients: natural Rice concentrate, Veggie Capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose

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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

~ Verified free of seven common allergens

~ Free of GMO's and synthetic ingredients ~ Free of harmful additives, fillers, and binders

Made without harmful additives, fillers, and binders

Gluten-Free ~ Soy-Free

Certified Vegan

Does not contain fillers, binders, artificial ingredients, preservatives, Stearates, Laurates, Sulfates, or Dioxides. Free of corn, egg, gluten, milk, peanut, shellfish, and soy allergens.

General Statements

~ Premium quality without the premium price tag

Forskolin supports fat metabolism and fat reduction, healthy weight management, heart, respiratory and digestive health and healthy vision.

The NutriGold Difference

~ Encapsulated in the USA exceeding cGMP standards ~ Purity and potency verified by third-party labs

Supports Fat Metabolism & Weight-Loss

Precautions

Caution: Please contact your healthcare provider before taking this supplement if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, and/or taking any OTC or prescription medications.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

General

SKU # 263 50613

Formula

Coleus Forskohlii

Seals/Symbols

NON-GMO Project VERIFIED nongmoproject.org

V CERTIFIED VEGAN VEGAN.ORG

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take two (2) capsules daily with food, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

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.

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Forskolin Gold 250 mg by NutriGold label

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Forskolin Gold 250 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Forskolin Gold 250 mg by NutriGold

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

Serving size2 Veggie Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container45 Amounts shown are per serving.

Coleus forskohlii standardized extract

Interacts with
915 drugs
250 mg per serving Form: Forskolin

Coleus is a plant from the mint family whose root contains a compound called forskolin, often marketed for weight loss, asthma, and heart health. Whil...

Coleus forskohlii standardized extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Natural Rice concentrate, Veggie Capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Forskolin Gold 250 mg by NutriGold Drug Interactions

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29 Major 886 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Coleus forskohlii standardized extract 915

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Forskolin Gold 250 mg interact with 915 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Forskolin Gold 250 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Coleus forskohlii standardized extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Forskolin Gold 250 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.

Coleus forskohlii standardized extract7 drug types · 915 drugs

Calcium Channel Blockers

Theoretically, combining coleus with calcium channel blockers might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Forskolin, a constituent of coleus, and calcium channel blockers both cause coronary vasodilatory effects.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Nitrates

Theoretically, combining coleus with nitrates might increase the coronary vasodilatory effects.
Forskolin, a constituent of coleus, and nitrates both cause coronary vasodilatory effects.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, concomitant use of coleus and anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
In vitro and animal research shows that forskolin, a constituent of coleus, can inhibit platelet aggregation and adhesion.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, combining coleus with antihypertensive drugs might cause additive blood pressure lowering effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Animal research shows that forskolin, a constituent of coleus, may lower blood pressure.

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

Theoretically, taking coleus may affect drugs metabolized by CYP2C9 and increase the risk of adverse effects or reduce the effectiveness.
Research on the effect of coleus on CYP2C9 is conflicting. Some animal research shows that coleus extract can induce CYP2C9, while in vitro research shows that coleus can inhibit CYP2C9. Until more is known, advise patients that taking coleus might increase or decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C9.

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

Theoretically, taking coleus might decrease serum levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research shows that coleus can activate the nuclear receptor, pregnane X receptor (PXR), which results in increased expression of CYP3A4. Although the clinical significance of this is not known, use caution when considering concomitant use of coleus and other drugs affected by these enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, taking coleus may affect the metabolism of warfarin and increase the risk of adverse effects or reduce the effectiveness.
Some animal research shows that coleus extract can induce cytochrome P450 2C9 (CYP2C9), an enzyme that metabolizes warfarin. However, other in vitro research shows that coleus can inhibit CYP2C9. Theoretically, taking coleus with drugs metabolized by CYP2C9 might affect drug levels and the risk of adverse effects. Until more is known, advise patients that taking coleus might increase or decrease levels of warfarin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Coleus forskohlii standardized extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Forskolin Gold 250 mg, from the product label.

NutriGold

Name
NutriGold Inc.
City
Orem
State
UT
ZipCode
84057
Phone Number
800-476-3542
Web Address
www.nutrigold.com
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Forskolin Gold 250 mg by NutriGold: Common Questions

Does Forskolin Gold 250 mg by NutriGold interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Forskolin Gold 250 mg has a known interaction with 915 medications, including 29 rated major. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Forskolin Gold 250 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.
What is forskolin, and what does it do?
Forskolin is the active compound in coleus forskohlii, a plant extract. It's studied for potential effects on heart function, blood pressure, and inflammation. However, we don't have reliable evidence yet that it works for the conditions listed on this product.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No, the safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. There isn't enough safety information. Talk with your doctor or midwife for personalized advice.
What side effects might I notice?
Most people tolerate it well. The most common side effects are stomach-related — diarrhea, constipation, nausea, or vomiting. A small number of trial participants reported these. Diarrhea appears in roughly 10% of people using oral coleus.
Is this safe for long-term use?
Coleus hasn't been well studied for long-term safety, and it may lower blood pressure. Use it with care and professional guidance. Talk with your pharmacist about how long it's appropriate for you to take it.
Why do I need to check my medications before taking this?
Coleus interacts with common heart, blood pressure, and blood thinner medications at serious levels. It may also change how your body processes other drugs through liver enzymes. Your pharmacist can check your exact medications and let you know if it's safe.

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The Full Monographs Behind Forskolin Gold 250 mg’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Coleus

Interacts with 915 drugs

Coleus is a plant from the mint family whose root contains a compound called forskolin, often marketed for weight loss, asthma, and heart health. While early lab and small human studies are...

Read the full Coleus monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Forskolin Gold 250 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 16 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.

Coleus 16 references
  1. Baumann G, Felix S, Sattelberger U, Klein G. Cardiovascular effects of forskolin (HL-362) in patients with idiopathic congestiv cardiomyopathy. A comparative study with dobutamine and sodium nitroprusside. J Cardiovasc Pharmacol 1990;16:93-100.
  2. Kramer W, Thormann J, Kindler M, Schlepper M. Effects of forskolin on left ventricular function in dilated cardiomyopathy. Arzneimittelforschung 1987;37:364-7.
  3. Bauer K, Dietersdorfer F, Kaspar S, et al. Pharmacodynamic effects of inhaled dry powder formulations of fenoterol and colforsin in asthma. Clin Pharmacol Ther 1993;53:76-83. PubMed
  4. Christenson JT, Thulesius O, Nazzal MM. The effect of forskolin on blood flow, platelet metabolism, aggregation and ATP release. Vasa 1995;24:56-61.
  5. Agarwal KC, Zielinski BA, Maitra RS. Significance of plasma adenosine in the antiplatelet activity of forskolin: potentiation by dipyridamole and dilazep. Thromb Haemost 1989;61:106-10. DOI
  6. Agarwal KC, Parks RE. Forskolin: a potential antimetastatic agent. Int J Cancer 1983;32:801-4. PubMed
  7. Almeida, F. C. and Lemonica, I. P. The toxic effects of Coleus barbatus B. on the different periods of pregnancy in rats. J Ethnopharmacol 2000;73(1-2):53-60. PubMed
  8. Ding, X. and Staudinger, J. L. Induction of drug metabolism by forskolin: the role of the pregnane X receptor and the protein kinase a signal transduction pathway. J Pharmacol Exp Ther 2005;312(2):849-856. PubMed
  9. Staudinger, J. L., Ding, X., and Lichti, K. Pregnane X receptor and natural products: beyond drug-drug interactions. Expert.Opin Drug Metab Toxicol 2006;2(6):847-857. PubMed
  10. van Hecke, E., Hindryckx, P., Geuns, J. M., and Devriese, E. Airborne contact dermatitis from coleus in a housewife. Contact Dermatitis 1991;25(2):128-129. PubMed
  11. Schlepper, M., Thormann, J., and Mitrovic, V. Cardiovascular effects of forskolin and phosphodiesterase-III inhibitors. Basic Res Cardiol 1989;84 Suppl 1:197-212. PubMed
  12. Dooms-Goossens, A., Borghijs, A., Degreef, H., Devriese, E. G., and Geuns, J. M. Airborne contact dermatitis to Coleus. Contact Dermatitis 1987;17(2):109-110. PubMed
  13. Lindner, E., Dohadwalla, A. N., and Bhattacharya, B. K. Positive inotropic and blood pressure lowering activity of a diterpene derivative isolated from Coleus forskohli: Forskolin. Arzneimittelforschung 1978;28(2):284-289.
  14. Loftus HL, Astell KJ, Mathai ML, et al. Coleus forskohlii Extract Supplementation in Conjunction with a Hypocaloric Diet Reduces the Risk Factors of Metabolic Syndrome in Overweight and Obese Subjects: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Nutrients. 2015;7(11): PubMed
  15. Yokotani K, Chiba T, Sato Y, et al. Hepatic cytochrome P450 mediates interaction between warfarin and Coleus forskohlii extract in vivo and in vitro. J Pharm Pharmacol. 2012;64(12):1793-801.
  16. Nishijima C, Chiba T, Sato Y, Umegaki K. Nationwide Online Survey Enables the Reevaluation of the Safety of Coleus forskohlii Extract Intake Based on the Adverse Event Frequencies. Nutrients. 2019;11(4). pii: E866. PubMed

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