Interactions on record — worth a quick check against your medications. Check your meds →
Dietary supplement

Guanabana Graviola Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Sunshine Naturals

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

Guanabana Graviola is a dietary supplement by Sunshine Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for cancer support (unproven), infections, inflammation.Based on those ingredients, 1 medication has a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Graviola. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Guanabana Graviola by Sunshine Naturals

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: graviola, a fruit extract from a tropical tree. The capsule also contains magnesium stearate as an inactive ingredient (a binder).

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

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: supreme antioxidant.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antioxidant support, Oxidative stress, General wellness.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence we hold for graviola doesn't establish that it works for any condition. Studies would be needed to rate its effectiveness for human papillomavirus (HPV), headache, insect repellent use, or male infertility — all of which currently have insufficient reliable evidence.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Graviola

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.

Regular use of graviola raises safety concerns. The most common side effects from oral use are stomach pain and nausea, reported in clinical trials at doses of 300 mg daily.

Rare but serious risks include movement disorders and nerve damage (myeloneuropathy) that can resemble Parkinson disease symptoms. Long-term use carries theoretical concerns about nerve toxicity based on lab studies.

Graviola should not be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding — safety data are too limited, and traditional use has avoided it in both situations.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Graviola

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 — Graviola.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • 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 carbamazepine (Tegretol) or any other seizure medication, check with your pharmacist before starting—graviola may reduce how well it works. For any other prescription drugs, use the interaction search tool on this page to be sure.

Check your own medication Run your meds through the checker above

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Graviola's effectiveness for any health condition isn't established in our data, and regular use carries documented safety concerns including stomach upset and rare neurological risks. If you're taking carbamazepine or any other seizure medication, don't start this product without checking with your pharmacist.

Talk with us before adding it to your routine.

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 Aug 23, 2022.

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 Guanabana Graviola, straight from the product label.

Brand Sunshine Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 789939101520
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2022
DSLD ID 271249
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.

Supplement Facts

The label details for Guanabana Graviola by Sunshine Naturals, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
789939101520
IngredientAmount% DV
Graviola800 mg--

Other ingredients: Magnesium Stearate

Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.

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.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Adults take 2 capsules a day with or before meals.

Formula

Guanabana: Is also known as Graviola or Soursop. The fruit is said to be a natural remedy and also considered a supreme antioxidant.

(Annona Muricata) (Soursop)

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.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

Formulation

Supreme antioxidant

Proudly Made in the USA.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Proudly Made in the USA.

See for yourself

Guanabana Graviola by Sunshine Naturals label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Guanabana Graviola by Sunshine Naturals

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Graviola

Interacts with
1 drug
800 mg per serving Form: Soursop

Graviola (soursop) is a tropical fruit tree whose leaves, fruit, and bark are used in traditional medicine, especially in parts of South America, Afri...

Graviola monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Guanabana Graviola by Sunshine Naturals Drug Interactions

Want to check YOUR meds against Guanabana Graviola?

Ask about interactions with your drugs in plain English — “Can I take it with lisinopril?” — and we find you the answer in seconds, ingredient by ingredient.

Go to the checker
1Drugs
1 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Guanabana Graviola 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.

Graviola1 drug type · 1 drug

Carbamazepine (Tegretol)

Theoretically, graviola might decrease concentrations of carbamazepine when used concomitantly.
A study in rats shows that graviola extract reduces the area under the curve of carbamazepine by 46% and maximum concentration by 35% when compared with carbamazepine alone.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Guanabana Graviola, from the product label.

Sunshine Naturals

See all Sunshine Naturals products
Name
American Naturavit Inc.
City
Miami
State
FL
ZipCode
33166
Phone Number
305-593-5417
Web Address
www.sunshinenaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Guanabana Graviola by Sunshine Naturals: Common Questions

Does Guanabana Graviola by Sunshine Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Guanabana Graviola 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?
Guanabana Graviola 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 during pregnancy?
No. Graviola is rated possibly unsafe in pregnancy because safety data are limited and it's been traditionally avoided. Talk with your doctor or midwife before considering any use.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking graviola?
No. There's no reliable safety information for breastfeeding, so it's best avoided. Speak with your pharmacist or doctor for alternatives.
What side effects might I experience?
The most common are stomach pain and nausea. Rare but serious risks include movement disorders and nerve damage that can look like Parkinson disease. Long-term use also raises concerns about nerve toxicity based on lab studies.
Does graviola actually work for HPV, headaches, or other conditions?
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that it works for any of those uses. More human studies would be needed before we could rate its effectiveness.
Why does it say graviola might reduce seizure medication levels?
A rat study showed that graviola extract can lower carbamazepine (Tegretol) concentrations by 35% to 46%, which could make the medication less effective at controlling seizures. That's why it's important to check with your pharmacist if you take that drug.

Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy

Not sure if Guanabana Graviola is safe with your meds?

Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.

Ask a pharmacist

Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.

Guanabana Graviola label
Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Guanabana Graviola’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Guanabana Graviola'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 4 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.

Graviola 4 references
  1. Caparros-Lefebvre D, Elbaz A. Possible relation of atypical parkinsonism in the French West Indies with consumption of tropical plants: a case-control study. Caribbean Parkinsonism Study Group. Lancet 1999;354:281-6. PubMed
  2. Gavamukulya Y, Wamunyokoli F, El-Shemy HA. Annona muricata: Is the natural therapy to most disease conditions including cancer growing in our backyard? A systematic review of its research history and future prospects. Asian Pac J Trop Med. 2017;10(9):835- PubMed
  3. Abu Soukhon AA, Abu-Qatouseh L, Mansoor K, et al. Cytotoxicity Activity of Graviola Fruit Extract with Carbamazepine and Valproic Acid Show Antagonistic and Indifferent Effects. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2023;24(6):1869-1875. PubMed
  4. Cleret de Langavant L, Roze E, Petit A, et al. Annonaceae Consumption Worsens Disease Severity and Cognitive Deficits in Degenerative Parkinsonism. Mov Disord 2022;37(12):2355-2366. PubMed

See these in context on the Graviola monograph →

Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.

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.

© 2021 Therapeutic Research Center, LLC

Keep exploring