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Irvingia Gabonensis Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by TerraVita Premium Collection

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

Irvingia Gabonensis Powder is a dietary supplement by TerraVita Premium Collection with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for weight loss, appetite control, cholesterol support.Based on those ingredients, 94 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Irvingia gabonensis, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Irvingia Gabonensis Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection

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.

This powder contains one active ingredient: Irvingia gabonensis, a plant-based extract. There are no other inactive ingredients listed.

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

This is a single-ingredient Irvingia Gabonensis product and its label doesn't state a use — see Irvingia Gabonensis's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence we hold shows insufficient reliable data to rate Irvingia gabonensis for diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, or metabolic syndrome. While some studies suggest it may affect blood sugar and cholesterol levels, we don't have enough robust research to confirm whether it actually works for these purposes.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Irvingia Gabonensis

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.

Irvingia gabonensis is generally well tolerated in short-term studies, though long-term safety and product quality aren't well established. The most common side effects are flatulence, headache, insomnia, and nausea.

One case of liver inflammation (acute hepatitis) was reported after use, though this is rare. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to insufficient information.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Irvingia Gabonensis

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 — Irvingia Gabonensis.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 94 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.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you use antidiabetes drugs or testosterone products. Irvingia gabonensis may increase the risk of low blood sugar with antidiabetes medications and may amplify testosterone effects, both Moderate severity interactions requiring close monitoring.

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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.

This product may lower blood sugar and affect testosterone levels, so it's not a casual add-on if you take antidiabetes drugs or testosterone. The evidence for its intended uses isn't strong enough to call it effective.

Before starting, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you and how to monitor if you do take it.

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 Feb 21, 2023.

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 Irvingia Gabonensis Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand TerraVita Premium Collection
Barcode (UPC) 064435205782
Net contents 1 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 21, 2023
DSLD ID 284512
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Irvingia Gabonensis Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection, 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:
0.25 Teaspoon(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.25 Teaspoon(s)
Servings per container
28
UPC/BARCODE
064435205782
IngredientAmount% DV
Irvingia gabonensis, Powder1000 mg--

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2017 TerraVita - Distributed by ZooScape LLC, All Rights Reserved.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions Stir 1/4 of a teaspoon into a glass of water and consume 3 times daily, with meals.

General Statements

TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium natural products that use the finest, purest and most potent ingredients in the world. TerraVita's hallmarks are the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. All products are prepared with the greatest quality control, from raw materials through the entire manufacturing process, right up to the moment your product is sealed for freshness and shipped to you.

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FDA Disclaimer Statement

Statements not evaluated by FDA. Product not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Irvingia Gabonensis Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection

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

Serving size0.25 Teaspoon(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container28 Amounts shown are per serving.

Irvingia gabonensis, Powder

Interacts with
94 drugs
1000 mg per serving

Irvingia gabonensis (African mango) is a seed extract marketed mainly for weight loss and metabolic health. A few small studies suggest possible benef...

Irvingia gabonensis, Powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Irvingia Gabonensis Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection Drug Interactions

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94Drugs
94 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Irvingia Gabonensis Powder 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.

Irvingia gabonensis, Powder2 drug types · 94 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking Irvingia gabonensis with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia in some patients.
Human research shows that Irvingia gabonensis decreases blood sugar in diabetic patients being treated with antidiabetes agents. Monitor blood glucose levels closely. Dose adjustments might be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Testosterone

Theoretically, taking Irvingia gabonensis with testosterone products drugs might cause additive effects in some patients.
Animal research suggests that Irvingia gabonensis increases testosterone levels. The mechanism of action is unclear. Until more is known, advise patients taking testosterone to avoid using or use Irvingia gabonensis cautiously.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Irvingia Gabonensis Powder, from the product label.

TerraVita Premium Collection

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Name
TerraVita Fine Whole Herbs
City
Brampton
State
Ontario
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Irvingia Gabonensis Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection: Common Questions

Does Irvingia Gabonensis Powder by TerraVita Premium Collection interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Irvingia Gabonensis Powder has a known interaction with 94 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Irvingia Gabonensis Powder 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 are the most common side effects?
The most common ones reported are flatulence, headache, insomnia, and nausea. One rare case of liver inflammation was also documented. Most people tolerate it well in short-term use, but long-term safety isn't well studied.
Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
No. The safety data advises against it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for guidance specific to your situation.
Does it really help with weight or cholesterol?
The evidence we have is insufficient to say whether it works for obesity, high cholesterol, or metabolic syndrome. While some studies suggest it may have an effect, we don't have enough solid research to call it effective for these uses.
What is Irvingia gabonensis?
It's a plant extract used in supplements, marketed for effects on blood sugar, cholesterol, and weight. Animal and some human research suggests it may lower blood sugar and affect testosterone, but the evidence for its intended uses isn't strong.
How long does it stay in your system?
We don't have that information in our data. If you're concerned about how long it works or how quickly to expect effects, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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Sources & How We Checked

Irvingia Gabonensis Powder'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 7 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.

Irvingia Gabonensis 7 references
  1. Oben JE, Ngondi JL, Momo CN, et al. The use of Cissus quadrangularis/Irvingia gabonensis combination in the management of weight loss: a double-blind placebo-controlled study. Lipids Health Dis 2008;7:12.
  2. Ngondi JL, Etoundi BC, Nyangono CB, et al. IGOB131, a novel seed extract of the West African plant Irvingia gabonensis, significantly reduces body weight and improves metabolic parameters in overweight humans in a randomized double-blind placebo controll
  3. Adamson, I., Okafor, C., and Abu-Bakare, A. A supplement of Dikanut (Irvingia gabonesis) improves treatment of type II diabetics. West Afr.J.Med. 1990;9(2):108-115.
  4. Adamson, I., Okafor, C., and Abu-Bakare, A. Erythrocyte membrane ATPases in diabetes: effect of dikanut (Irvingia gabonensis). Enzyme 1986;36(3):212-215. PubMed
  5. Wolfe OA, Ijeoma UF. Effects of aqueous extracts of Irvingia gabonensis seeds on the hormonal parameters of male guinea pigs. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine. 2010;3(3):200-204. DOI
  6. Kilinçalp S, Basar O, Coban S, Yüksel I. Irvingia gabonensis (African mango): innocent magic formula? Acta Gastroenterol Belg 2014;77(1):75-6.
  7. Nonsa-Ard R, Aneknan P, Tong-Un T, Honsawek S, Leelayuwat N. Effects of Irvingia gabonensis Extract on Metabolism, Antioxidants, Adipocytokines, Telomere Length, and Aerobic Capacity in Overweight/Obese Individuals. Nutrients 2022;14(21):4646. PubMed

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