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Dietary supplement

Mega+O Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BergaMet North America

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

Mega+O is a dietary supplement by BergaMet North America with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, heart and metabolic health, anxiety and stress (aromatherapy).Based on those ingredients, 410 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Citrus Bergamot extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Mega+O by BergaMet North America

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.

Mega+O contains one active ingredient: Citrus Bergamot extract, which comes from the rind of the bergamot citrus fruit. The capsule also includes inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose (a binder), silicon dioxide, and stearic acid — to hold the extract in form.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: support healthy cardiovascular system.
  • We looked for evidence on: Hyperlipidemia, Metabolic syndrome, Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), Obesity, Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes), Atherosclerosis — and 3 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Bergamot is rated "Possibly Effective" for Hyperlipidemia (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Bergamot is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), Obesity, Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes), Metabolic syndrome.

Bergamot extract is possibly effective for lowering cholesterol and triglycerides (hyperlipidemia). The evidence for mental alertness is rated possibly ineffective.

For nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and autism spectrum disorder, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to know whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bergamot

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.

The oral extract is generally well tolerated short-term, though one person in clinical trials reported heartburn. The essential oil, if swallowed, can be toxic — this product is an extract, not the oil itself, but be clear on that distinction.

Topically, bergamot can cause sun-related skin reactions, especially blisters, redness, and dark spots, particularly in fair-skinned people. Bergamot supplements are not recommended during pregnancy because there isn't enough safety data.

Breastfeeding safety is also unknown, so it's safer to avoid it while nursing. Talk with your pharmacist or doctor if you're pregnant or planning to breastfeed and want to know more.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bergamot

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 — Bergamot.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 410 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 Mega+O, check whether you take any photosensitizing drugs (medications that increase sun sensitivity) or antidiabetes drugs — both are Moderate-severity interactions with bergamot. Use the search tool on this page to verify your exact prescriptions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Mega+O may help with cholesterol if that's your concern, but you'll want to check it against any diabetes or photosensitizing medications you're on. People who spend a lot of time in the sun should be cautious.

Avoid it in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Run your exact medications through our checker before you start.

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 Dec 18, 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 Mega+O, straight from the product label.

Brand BergaMet North America
Barcode (UPC) 040232630439
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 18, 2021
DSLD ID 257118
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Mega+O by BergaMet North America, 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:
1 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
040232630439
IngredientAmount% DV
Citrus Bergamot extract600 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid

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Label statements
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Formulation

Clinically proven Clinical studies have shown that the ingredients in BergaMet, may support a healthy cardiovascular system. Powerful antioxidant The antioxidant compounds in BergaMet help promote cardiovascular health by restoring the antioxidant status, protecting the cells from oxidative stress, and neutralizing free radicals. Supports a healthy cardiovascular system. Helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels. May help support healthy blood glucose levels that are already in the normal age. May help support weight management in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise.

Cholesterol & heart health

Patented extraction process Extra Strength

No colors, flavors or preservatives. Free of wheat, gluten, fish, egg, dairy and lactose.

Levels already within normal limits

Vegan Friendly

Non GMO Gluten free

Precautions

Do not use if seal is broken.

Caution: Do not take during pregnancy or when lactating.

Supplements should not replace a balanced diet.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place.

Seals/Symbols

Made in U.S.A.

Vegan Friendly

Formula

Citrus Bergamot Superfruit 80% Polyphenols 45% BPF

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take 1 capsule with breakfast and 1 capsule with dinner, per day.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Mega+O by BergaMet North America label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Mega+O by BergaMet North America

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Citrus Bergamot extract

Interacts with
410 drugs
600 mg per serving Form: Bergamot Polyphenolic Fraction

Bergamot is a Mediterranean citrus fruit, and its standardized extract is most often used to support cholesterol and heart health, with some early but...

Citrus Bergamot extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Mega+O by BergaMet North America Drug Interactions

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410Drugs
410 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Mega+O 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.

Citrus Bergamot extract2 drug types · 410 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking bergamot with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that bergamot juice has hypoglycemic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Photosensitizing Drugs

Theoretically, topical bergamot essential oil might increase the risk of side effects when used along with photosensitizing drugs.
Bergamot contains bergapten, which has photosensitizing effects.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Mega+O, from the product label.

BergaMet North America

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Name
BergaMet North America LLC
Street Address
6445 S Tenaya Way, Suite B110
City
Las Vegas
State
NV
ZipCode
89113
Phone Number
1 855 556 2131
Web Address
www.bergametna.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Mega+O by BergaMet North America: Common Questions

Does Mega+O by BergaMet North America interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Mega+O has a known interaction with 410 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Mega+O 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 if I'm diabetic?
Not without checking with your pharmacist first. Bergamot extract may lower blood sugar on its own, so pairing it with diabetes medication could raise the risk of low blood sugar. Your pharmacist can review your exact medication and dose to see if it's safe for you.
Is this safe if I take medications that make me sun-sensitive?
You'll need to talk with your pharmacist. Bergamot contains bergapten, which can increase photosensitivity. If your medications already do that, combining them with this extract could raise your risk of sun-related skin reactions.
Can I use this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. There isn't enough safety data during pregnancy, so bergamot supplements are not recommended. The same goes for breastfeeding — safety while nursing is unknown, so it's better to avoid it. Talk with your doctor if you have questions about what to take instead.
What does bergamot extract actually do?
It's possibly effective for lowering cholesterol and triglycerides. The evidence for boosting mental alertness is weak. For other uses like liver health or autism, we don't have enough reliable evidence to know whether it works.
Is the extract safe to take by mouth?
The oral extract is generally well tolerated short-term. One person reported heartburn in clinical trials. Just be aware — the essential oil can be toxic if swallowed, so make sure you're taking the extract, not the oil.
What are the side effects?
Taken by mouth, the extract seems safe with minimal side effects. If bergamot contacts your skin, especially in sunlight, it can cause redness, blisters, dark spots, and skin lesions. Fair-skinned people are at higher risk. Topical use is risky.

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Sources & How We Checked

Mega+O'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 17 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.

Bergamot 17 references
  1. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  2. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  3. Naganuma M, Hirose S, Nakayama Y, et al. A study of the phototoxicity of lemon oil. Arch Dermatol Res 1985;278:31-6. . PubMed
  4. Kaddu, S., Kerl, H., and Wolf, P. Accidental bullous phototoxic reactions to bergamot aromatherapy oil. J.Am.Acad.Dermatol. 2001;45(3):458-461. PubMed
  5. Finsterer, J. Earl Grey tea intoxication. Lancet 4-27-2002;359(9316):1484. PubMed
  6. Gruson, L. M. and Chang, M. W. Berloque dermatitis mimicking child abuse. Arch.Pediatr.Adolesc.Med. 2002;156(11):1091-1093. PubMed
  7. Weisenseel, P. and Woitalla, S. [Toxic mustard plaster dematitis and phototoxic dematitis after application of bergamot oil]. MMW.Fortschr.Med. 12-15-2005;147(51-52):53, 55.
  8. Placzek, M., Fromel, W., Eberlein, B., Gilbertz, K. P., and Przybilla, B. Evaluation of phototoxic properties of fragrances. Acta Derm.Venereol. 2007;87(4):312-316. PubMed
  9. Mollace, V., Sacco, I., Janda, E., Malara, C., Ventrice, D., Colica, C., Visalli, V., Muscoli, S., Ragusa, S., Muscoli, C., Rotiroti, D., and Romeo, F. Hypolipemic and hypoglycaemic activity of bergamot polyphenols: from animal models to human studies. F PubMed
  10. Morliere, P., Huppe, G., Averbeck, D., Young, A. R., Santus, R., and Dubertret, L. In vitro photostability and photosensitizing properties of bergamot oil. Effects of a cinnamate sunscreen. J.Photochem.Photobiol.B 1990;7(2-4):199-208. PubMed
  11. Young, A. R., Walker, S. L., Kinley, J. S., Plastow, S. R., Averbeck, D., Morliere, P., and Dubertret, L. Phototumorigenesis studies of 5-methoxypsoralen in bergamot oil: evaluation and modification of risk of human use in an albino mouse skin model. J.P PubMed
  12. Girard, J., Unkovic, J., Delahayes, J., and Lafille, C. [Phototoxicity of Bergamot oil. Comparison between humans and guinea pigs]. Dermatologica 1979;158(4):229-243.
  13. Zaynoun, S. T., Johnson, B. E., and Frain-Bell, W. A study of oil of bergamot and its importance as a phototoxic agent. II. Factors which affect the phototoxic reaction induced by bergamot oil and psoralen derivatives. Contact Dermatitis 1977;3(5):225-23 PubMed
  14. Zacher, K. D. and Ippen, H. [Contact dermatitis caused by bergamot oil]. Derm.Beruf.Umwelt. 1984;32(3):95-97.
  15. Yasui, Y. and Hirone, T. Action spectrum for bergamot-oil phototoxicity measured by sunburn cell counting. J.Dermatol. 1994;21(5):319-322. PubMed
  16. Zaynoun, S. T., Johnson, B. E., and Frain-Bell, W. A study of oil of bergamot and its importance as a phototoxic agent. I. Characterization and quantification of the photoactive component. Br.J.Dermatol. 1977;96(5):475-482. PubMed
  17. Bruno A, Pandolfo G, Crucitti M, Cedro C, Zoccali RA, Muscatello MRA. Bergamot Polyphenolic Fraction Supplementation Improves Cognitive Functioning in Schizophrenia: Data From an 8-Week, Open-Label Pilot Study. J Clin Psychopharmacol 2017;37(4):468-71. PubMed

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