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Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Sports Research

Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 label
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Liquid Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 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: Moderate

Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 is a dietary supplement by Sports Research with 3 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.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 by Sports Research

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 3 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Medium Chain Triglyceride” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (14 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains three active ingredients: caprylic acid (C8), capric acid (C10), and lauric acid (C12) — all medium-chain fatty acids derived from coconut oil. Together they make up the MCT oil blend.

The product also contains medium-chain triglyceride as an inactive ingredient (a carrier/delivery form).

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: Brain and body fuel.
  • We looked for evidence on: Energy metabolism, Cognitive function, Physical performance.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence isn't established in our data for any of the uses we hold information on. Caprylic acid shows insufficient reliable evidence for epilepsy and essential tremor.

Lauric acid shows insufficient reliable evidence for bronchitis, vaginal yeast infection, common cold, and genital herpes. If you're considering this product for a specific health goal, talk with your pharmacist about what the current research actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Caprylic Acid Lauric 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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • 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 amounts, but supplement doses haven't been well studied — safety data is limited. The most common side effects reported with oral caprylic acid are mild stomach discomfort and changes in how food tastes.

Some people have rarely experienced mild dizziness, headache, or fatigue. Lauric acid in food is fine, but high-dose supplements lack strong safety data.

In theory, large amounts of lauric acid in your diet can raise total and LDL cholesterol (though it also raises HDL cholesterol), but the effect of this supplement's dose on your cholesterol levels isn't clear from our data.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Caprylic Acid Lauric 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 2 matched ingredients 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.

Check your medications if you take a blood thinner like warfarin (Coumadin), blood pressure medication, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen before starting this product. The caprylic acid in it has moderate-severity documented interactions with all three drug types, though human evidence is lacking.

No interactions are documented for capric acid — we have no data on that ingredient.

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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 MCT oil might appeal to people looking for a concentrated source of medium-chain fatty acids, but the evidence for specific health claims is thin. If you take blood thinners, blood pressure meds, or NSAIDs, check your exact medications with the tool on this page before starting — the interactions documented for caprylic acid are worth taking seriously, even though they haven't been confirmed in humans.

Talk with your pharmacist if you have questions about whether this fits your situation.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 25, 2025.

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 Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12, straight from the product label.

Brand Sports Research
Barcode (UPC) 023249010272
Net contents 32 Fluid Ounce(s); 1 QT; 946 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2025
DSLD ID 326281
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 by Sports Research, 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:
15 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
15 mL
Servings per container
63
UPC/BARCODE
023249010272
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories130 Calorie(s)--
Caprylic Acid5.9 Gram(s)--
Capric Acid3.7 Gram(s)--
Lauric Acid4.4 Gram(s)--
Total Fat14 Gram(s)18%
Saturated Fat14 Gram(s)70%
Medium Chain Triglyceride14 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Medium Chain Triglyceride

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Adults begin by using 1 tablespoon (15 mL) daily, or as recommended by a qualified healthcare professional. Helpful tip: May consume 1 tablespoon 1-3 times daily, once tolerance is reached. Excessive consumption may cause digestive discomfort. Great in coffee & shakes.

Formulation

Brain & body fuel Responsibly & sustainably sourced

USDA Organic

Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org Certified

Quality Matters: Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org Non-GMO verified Gluten-free

Third party tested cGMP Compliant

Informed Choice We Test - You Trust Products carrying the Informed Choice logo are tested regularly for banned substances by LGC's world leading anti-doping laboratory.

Brain & body fuel

Vegan

Certified Organic by QAI, Inc.

Sports Research Organic MCT Oil is a product of the Philippines. Packaged in the USA.

NON-BPA

Formula

100% Organic coconuts

Medium chain triglycerides From coconut oil

Keto

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org Certified Vegan Vegan.org

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Precautions

Caution: Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Caution: Keep out of reach of children and pets. Do not exceed recommended daily intake. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing. Not recommended for use in frying due to relatively low smoke point (<320 Degrees F).

Consult with a qualified healthcare professional prior to using this product, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have a diagnosed medical condition, or are taking a prescription medication.

Note: SR Organic MCT Oil will react with certain plastics, including foam cups, and should only be used with utensils and containers made of metal, glass, ceramic or safe HDPE/PET plastics.

Contains: Tree nuts (coconut).

Storage

Store at room temperature, in a dry place. Protect product from excessive heat, freezing, humidity and light. Refrigeration not required.

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

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Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 by Sports Research

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size15 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container63 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.

Medium Chain Triglyceride

14 Gram(s) per serving Form: Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil

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

Interaction report

Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 by Sports Research Drug Interactions

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262Drugs
262 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Caprylic Acid 262

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 interact with 262 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 3 ingredients in Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Caprylic Acid

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 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
Caprylic Acid full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12, from the product label.

Sports Research

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Name
Sports Research
Street Address
784 Channel St.
City
San Pedro
State
CA
ZipCode
90731
Phone Number
(310) 519-1484
Web Address
sportsresearch.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 by Sports Research: Common Questions

Does Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 by Sports Research interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 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?
Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12 contains 3 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or nursing?
Lauric acid is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. Caprylic acid safety in pregnancy and lactation isn't well established — the facts note that while caprylic acid shows up naturally in breast milk, concentrated supplement safety is unknown. Capric acid safety information isn't on file. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product while pregnant or nursing so they can weigh the specifics for you.
What are the side effects?
Caprylic acid most commonly causes mild stomach discomfort and changes in taste. Rarely, people report mild dizziness, headache, or fatigue. Nausea can occur with lauric acid, though the rate with typical oral doses isn't clear from our data. Overall, caprylic acid seems well tolerated short-term.
Will this help with epilepsy or essential tremor?
The evidence for caprylic acid in either condition is insufficient — there's not enough reliable research to say whether it works. Same goes for lauric acid and conditions like cold, bronchitis, or yeast infection. If you're considering this for a health condition, talk with your doctor about what's actually proven to help.
Is this safe long-term?
Caprylic acid is generally recognized as safe in food amounts, but supplement doses are less well studied, so safety data is limited over time. Lauric acid in normal food is fine, but high-dose supplements haven't been thoroughly researched. The safety profiles beyond short-term use aren't clear from our data.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Caprylic Acid

Interacts with 262 drugs

Caprylic acid is a medium-chain fatty acid found in coconut oil and palm kernel oil that is popularly used for yeast overgrowth and gut health. While laboratory studies show it has antimicro...

Read the full Caprylic Acid monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Lauric Acid

Lauric acid is a medium-to-long-chain saturated fatty acid found in coconut oil, palm kernel oil, and breast milk. It is studied for possible antimicrobial and skin benefits, but solid human...

Read the full Lauric Acid monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Organic MCT Oil C8 + C10 + C12'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 13 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 →

Lauric Acid 8 references
  1. Brown KE, Leong K, Huang CH, et al. Gelatin/chondroitin 6-sulfate microspheres for the delivery of therapeutic proteins to the joint. Arthritis Rheum 1998;41:2185-95. PubMed
  2. de Roos N, Schouten E, Katan M. Consumption of a solid fat rich in lauric acid results in a more favorable serum lipid profile in healthy men and women than consumption of a solid fat rich in trans-fatty acids. J Nutr 2001;131;242-5. PubMed
  3. Temme EH, Mensink RP, Hornstra G. Comparison of the effects of diets enriched in lauric, palmitic, or oleic acids on serum lipids and lipoproteins in healthy women and men. Am J Clin Nutr 1996;63:897-903. PubMed
  4. Denke MA, Grundy SM. Comparison of effects of lauric acid and palmitic acid on plasma lipids and lipoproteins. Am J Clin Nutr 1992;56:895-8. PubMed
  5. Tholstrup T, Marckmann P, Vessby B, Sandstrom B. Effect of fats high in individual saturated fatty acids on plasma lipoprotein[a] levels in young healthy men. J Lipid Res 1995;36;1447-52. DOI
  6. Francois CA, Connor SL, Wander RC, Connor WE. Acute effects of dietary fatty acids on the fatty acids of human milk. Am J Clin Nutr 1998;67:301-8. PubMed
  7. Tholstrup T, Marckmann P, Jespersen J, Sandstrom B. Fat high in stearic acid favorably affects blood lipids and factor VII coagulant activity in comparison with fats high in palmitic acid or high in myristic and lauric acids. Am J Clin Nutr 1994;59:371-7. PubMed
  8. McVeay C, Fitzgerald PCE, Ullrich SS, Steinert RE, Horowitz M, Feinle-Bisset C. Effects of intraduodenal administration of lauric acid and L-tryptophan, alone and combined, on gut hormones, pyloric pressures, and energy intake in healthy men. Am J Clin Nu PubMed

See these in context on the Lauric Acid monograph →

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