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Dietary supplement

MCT Oil 3000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by SMNutrition

Softgel Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

MCT Oil 3000 mg is a dietary supplement by SMNutrition with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for candida and yeast overgrowth, gut health support, antimicrobial.Based on those ingredients, 262 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Caprylic Acid. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of MCT Oil 3000 mg by SMNutrition

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 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “Medium Chain Triglycerides” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (3,000 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

MCT Oil 3000 mg contains 2 active ingredients: capric acid and caprylic acid, both medium-chain fatty acids (MCTs). The softgel also holds gelatin, vegetable glycerin, and purified water as inactive ingredients — the capsule shell and substances that keep the formula stable.

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: Energy levels, weight control, and cognitive health.
  • We looked for evidence on: cognitive function, weight management, energy metabolism.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish that either caprylic acid or capric acid work reliably for epilepsy or essential tremor. Both are rated insufficient reliable evidence, which means the science so far isn't solid enough to say whether they help.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Caprylic Acid

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.

Caprylic acid is generally recognized as safe in food, but supplement doses haven't been studied as thoroughly. The safety data we have advises caution: avoid supplement doses unless your doctor approves.

Orally, it's usually well tolerated in the short term. A small number of users have reported mild abdominal discomfort, change in taste, mild dizziness, headache, or fatigue.

There isn't enough data on file about capric acid's safety as a supplement.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Caprylic Acid

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 — Caprylic Acid.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 262 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 this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on warfarin (Coumadin) or other blood thinners, blood pressure medications (antihypertensives), or NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen. All three carry moderate-severity interactions with caprylic acid in this product.

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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.

MCT Oil 3000 mg may interest people looking for medium-chain triglycerides, but if you take blood thinners, blood pressure medications, or NSAIDs, you'll want to check your specific medications with your doctor or pharmacist first — the caprylic acid content has documented moderate interactions with all three. Even if you're not on those drugs, run your full medication list through the checker below before starting.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 22, 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 MCT Oil 3000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand SMNutrition
Barcode (UPC) 850005458210
Net contents 300 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 22, 2022
DSLD ID 258941
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for MCT Oil 3000 mg by SMNutrition, 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 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
850005458210
IngredientAmount% DV
Capric Acid1200 mg--
Medium Chain Triglycerides3000 mg--
Caprylic Acid1650 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin, Water, Purified

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

SMNutrition Built on trust. Crafted with care.

Formulation

MCT Oil 3,000 mg may help support Energy levels Weight control Cognitive health

Keto-friendly energy

MCT oil 3,000 mg per serving C8 & C10 formulation from NON-GMO coconut oil GMO Free Gluten Free

Formulated in the U.S.A.

Hexane-free Palm oil-free Maltodextrin-free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 3 capsules daily preferably with meals or as directed by a healthcare professional. Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

This product is manufactured and packaged in a facility which may also process milk, soy, wheat, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and crustacean shellfish.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Allergen Warning: Contains tree nuts (coconut).

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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.

General Statements

Lot # and best by date printed on bottom of bottle.

100% money back guarantee

Seals/Symbols

Manufactured in a FDA Registered Facility

GMP Sourced from a GMP Certified Facility

3rd-Party Tested

Formula

MCT oil 3,000 mg per serving C8 & C10 formulation from NON-GMO coconut oil

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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MCT Oil 3000 mg by SMNutrition label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in MCT Oil 3000 mg by SMNutrition

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size3 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Capric Acid

1200 mg per serving

Medium Chain Triglycerides

3000 mg per serving Form: Coconut Oil

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

Interaction report

MCT Oil 3000 mg by SMNutrition Drug Interactions

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262Drugs
262 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in MCT Oil 3000 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.

Caprylic Acid3 drug types · 262 drugs

Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, caprylic acid might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that caprylic acid might have positive inotropic effects, resulting in reduced arterial pressure and vascular resistance and increased cardiac output.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (Nsaids)

Theoretically, caprylic acid might increase plasma concentrations of NSAIDs.
In vitro research suggests that caprylic acid might displace NSAIDs from binding sites on albumin. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, caprylic acid might increase plasma concentrations of warfarin.
In vitro research suggests that high doses of caprylic acid might displace warfarin from albumin binding sites. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for MCT Oil 3000 mg, from the product label.

SMNutrition

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Name
Smoky Mountain Nutrition
Street Address
P.O. Box 101335
City
Nashville
State
TN
ZipCode
37224
Web Address
SMNutrition.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

MCT Oil 3000 mg by SMNutrition: Common Questions

Does MCT Oil 3000 mg by SMNutrition interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, MCT Oil 3000 mg has a known interaction with 262 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
MCT Oil 3000 mg contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 MCTs, and what do they do?
MCTs — medium-chain triglycerides — are a type of fat that your body breaks down and uses differently than longer-chain fats. This product delivers them in softgel form, but we don't hold strong evidence that caprylic acid or capric acid, the two MCTs here, work for epilepsy or essential tremor.
Are there any side effects?
Caprylic acid is usually well tolerated by mouth in the short term. A small number of people have reported mild abdominal discomfort, change in taste, dizziness, headache, or fatigue, but these aren't common. We don't have adverse-effect data on file for capric acid.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough data to know either way. Caprylic acid does occur naturally in breast milk, but we don't know if concentrated supplement doses are safe while nursing. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Does this product have fillers?
Yes — the softgel capsule contains gelatin, vegetable glycerin, and purified water as inactive ingredients. Those aren't active MCT compounds; they're there to hold the formula together.
I take ibuprofen regularly for arthritis. Is this product okay for me?
That's a question for your doctor or pharmacist. Caprylic acid in this product may theoretically raise ibuprofen levels in your blood, which is a moderate concern. Don't start this product without checking that interaction first.
What about the capric acid — does it interact with anything?
We don't hold interaction data for capric acid, so we couldn't check it. That doesn't mean it has no interactions — just that we haven't reviewed the research on it yet. Your pharmacist can help you look into that.

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Sources & How We Checked

MCT Oil 3000 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 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.

Caprylic Acid 5 references
  1. Massolini G, Aubry AF, McGann A, Wainer IW. Determination of the magnitude and enantioselectivity of ligand binding to rat and rabbit serum albumins using immobilized-protein high performance liquid chromatography stationary phases. Biochem Pharmacol 1993 PubMed
  2. Kristev A, Mitkov D, Lukanov Y, Chapkynov P. The effect of octanoic fatty acid on the cardiovascular system of the guinea pig. Cor Vasa 1989;31(4):321-7.
  3. Hayball PF, Holman JW, Nation RL. Influence of octanoic acid on the reversible protein binding of ketorolac enantiomers to human serum albumin (HSA): comparative liquid chromatographic studies using a HSA chiral stationary phase. J Chromatogr B Biomed App PubMed
  4. Noctor TA, Wainer IW, Hage DS. Allosteric and competitive displacement of drugs from human serum albumin by octanoic acid, as revealed by high-performance liquid affinity chromatography, on a human serum albumin-based stationary phase. J Chromatogr 1992;5 PubMed
  5. Voller B, Lines E, McCrossin G, et al. Dose-escalation study of octanoic acid in patients with essential tremor. J Clin Invest. 2016;126(4):1451-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Caprylic Acid monograph →

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