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MCT Oil Unflavored Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by ZHOU

MCT Oil Unflavored label
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Liquid Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking MCT Oil Unflavored 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

MCT Oil Unflavored is a dietary supplement by ZHOU 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.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of MCT Oil Unflavored by ZHOU

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Aug 20, 2026

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 (14 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

ZHOU MCT Oil Unflavored contains two active ingredients: medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) and caprylic acid. The product also lists medium chain triglycerides as an inactive ingredient.

Caprylic acid is one of the natural fatty acids found in MCT oil blends and is the ingredient with the most documented interaction data.

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 Caprylic Acid product and its label doesn't state a use — see Caprylic Acid'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 facts on file don't establish that caprylic acid is effective for epilepsy or essential tremor — the evidence is marked insufficient. We don't have effectiveness ratings for the MCT oil blend as a whole or capric acid in this product.

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, so use caution unless your doctor approves it. Short-term oral use appears well tolerated overall.

The most common side effects are mild abdominal discomfort and changes in taste. Rarely, some people report mild dizziness, headache, or fatigue.

Because caprylic acid does occur naturally in breast milk, its safety at concentrated supplement doses during lactation isn't established — talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're breastfeeding.

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 taking this product, double-check your medications if you take a blood thinner like warfarin, any blood pressure medication, or regular NSAIDs — all three drug types have documented moderate-severity interaction potential with caprylic acid in this oil.

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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 is a straightforward supplement, but the caprylic acid in it does have theoretical interactions with blood thinners, blood pressure medications, and NSAIDs. If you take any of those drug types, check your specific medications with the interaction tool before starting.

Otherwise, it's generally well tolerated. Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist to be sure it fits your health picture.

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 Jun 23, 2021.

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 Unflavored, straight from the product label.

Brand ZHOU
Barcode (UPC) 669191528627
Net contents 16 Fluid Ounce(s); 473 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 23, 2021
DSLD ID 250040
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Liquid
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 MCT Oil Unflavored by ZHOU, 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
31
UPC/BARCODE
669191528627
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories130 Calorie(s)--
Total Fat14 Gram(s)18%
Medium Chain Triglycerides14 Gram(s)--
Caprylic Acid7.8 Gram(s)--
Capric Acid5 Gram(s)--
Saturated Fat14 Gram(s)70%

Other ingredients: Medium Chain Triglycerides

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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

Quick, clean energy For the body & mind Metabolic support Mental performance Gut health Blends easily

100% non-GMO coconuts

Zero gluten, soy, milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, peanuts, wheat, fillers & preservatives. Made with Non-GMO Ingredients Additive free

V Vegan

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Coffee Shakes Smoothies Recipes Suggested Use: Take 1 tablespoon (15 mL) as needed. Mix with coffee, shakes, dressings, or other recipes. Use only as directed.

Storage

Keep out of sunlight. Store in a cool, dry place.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended serving.

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

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

California Residents Only Warning: Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

V Vegan

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MCT Oil Unflavored by ZHOU label

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MCT Oil Unflavored label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in MCT Oil Unflavored by ZHOU

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

Serving size15 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container31 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 Triglycerides

14 Gram(s) per serving

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

Interaction report

MCT Oil Unflavored by ZHOU Drug Interactions

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262Drugs
262 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Caprylic Acid 262

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in MCT Oil Unflavored interact with 262 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 2 ingredients in MCT Oil Unflavored 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 MCT Oil Unflavored 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 MCT Oil Unflavored, from the product label.

ZHOU

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Name
ZHOU Nutrition Zhou, Inc.
City
Park City
State
UT
ZipCode
84098
Phone Number
1-855-700-9468
Web Address
zhounutrition.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

MCT Oil Unflavored by ZHOU: Common Questions

Does MCT Oil Unflavored by ZHOU interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, MCT Oil Unflavored 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 Unflavored 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 exactly are MCTs and why are they in this product?
MCTs — medium chain triglycerides — are a type of fat that's absorbed quickly by the body. This product contains them as the base, along with caprylic acid, which is one of the natural fatty acids found in MCT oil blends.
Will I get stomach problems from this?
Mild abdominal discomfort and taste changes are the most common side effects reported, though most people tolerate it well short-term. If you notice these or any other symptoms like dizziness or headache, stop and talk with your pharmacist.
Is it safe to use while breastfeeding?
Caprylic acid occurs naturally in breast milk, but we don't have safety data on concentrated supplement doses during lactation. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you personally.
Can I take this if I use ibuprofen or other pain relievers?
Caprylic acid in this oil may theoretically raise levels of NSAIDs like ibuprofen — though this hasn't been reported in actual patients yet. Check your exact pain reliever with the interaction tool before combining them, and ask your pharmacist if you're unsure.
Does this product actually work for anything?
The evidence we have on file for caprylic acid and epilepsy or essential tremor is insufficient — we can't say it works for those. We don't have effectiveness data for the MCT oil blend as a whole.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind MCT Oil Unflavored’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 →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

MCT Oil Unflavored'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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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.

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