MK-7 Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking MK-7 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
MK-7 is a dietary supplement by Healthy Directions with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for supporting normal blood clotting, bone health, heart and vascular health.Based on those ingredients, 2 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Menaquinone-7. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of MK-7 by Healthy Directions
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: menaquinone-7, a form of vitamin K that your body uses to help blood clot properly and may support bone health. The softgel also includes inactive ingredients (medium chain triglycerides, gelatin, glycerin, olive oil, and purified water) to deliver the menaquinone-7.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Menaquinone-7 is effective for treating vitamin K deficiency states — low blood clotting factors (hypoprothrombinemia), vitamin K-dependent clotting factor deficiency, problems from warfarin anticoagulation, and hemorrhagic disease. For osteoporosis, the evidence is less clear; it's rated possibly effective, meaning some research suggests a benefit but more evidence is needed.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Taken by mouth, vitamin K is generally well tolerated in most people. The most common side effects are mild — nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset, and abdominal pain — and occur in a small number of users.
The safety data supports vitamin K as likely safe during pregnancy and lactation. That said, normal dietary amounts are fine, but if you're taking a supplement, check with your doctor first, especially if you're on any blood-thinning medication.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Blood thinners (anticoagulants) — particularly warfarin — interact with this product at Major severity. Vitamin K can reverse warfarin's blood-thinning effect, so you must check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking MK-7 if you're on any blood thinner.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
MK-7 is a straightforward vitamin K supplement useful if your doctor has identified a vitamin K deficiency or if you're interested in bone health support. The critical point is blood thinners — if you take warfarin or any similar medication, you must talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product.
Even people not on blood thinners should confirm it's right for them with their own healthcare provider.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 23, 2020.
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
General information
Key facts about MK-7, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Healthy Directions |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 678829292328 |
| Net contents | 30 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 23, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 230560 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for MK-7 by Healthy Directions, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Menaquinone-7 | 150 mcg | -- |
Other ingredients: Medium Chain Triglycerides, Gelatin, Glycerin, Olive Oil, purified Water
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Formula
MK-7 is menaquinone-7, also known as vitamin K2.
150 mcg per serving
Formulation
Unconditionally guaranteed for purity and labeled potency.
For bone and heart health support Aids in calcium absorption
GF Gluten Free
Storage
Store bottle in a cool, dry place.
Brand IP Statement(s)
MenaQ7 is a registered trademark of NattoPharma ASA, Norway; Patented in the United States and Canada. US Patent Numbers 8,728,553 & 8,354,129; Canada Patent Number 2,347,387
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
Clinical Grade
Almost out? Call 1-866-599-9491 www.healthydirections.com
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Take 1 softgel daily.
Precautions
Precautions: Consult a health care practitioner before use if you take warfarin or other blood thinning products, or are pregnant or nursing, have a serious medical condition, or use any medications.
Keep out of reach of children.
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MK-7 by Healthy Directions label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in MK-7 by Healthy Directions
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Menaquinone-7
Interacts with2 drugs
Vitamin K is an essential nutrient your body needs for normal blood clotting and to support healthy bones. Most people get enough from food, but suppl...
Menaquinone-7 monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Medium Chain Triglycerides, Gelatin, Glycerin, Olive Oil, Purified Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
MK-7 by Healthy Directions Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Healthy Directions MK-7 contains menaquinone-7 (a form of vitamin K), which interacts with blood thinners (anticoagulants), most notably warfarin.
Vitamin K can work against warfarin and weaken its ability to prevent dangerous blood clots — a Major severity interaction that means the two don't mix without careful medical oversight.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Warfarin and related blood thinners are the only drug class with documented interactions in our data for this product. If you take warfarin or any blood thinner, do not start this supplement without checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.
They may need to adjust your dose or monitor your blood clotting more closely.
Use the medication checker below to confirm all your exact prescriptions, but the key thing to know upfront is this: if you're on a blood thinner, you need to clear MK-7 with your provider before you begin.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in MK-7 interact with 2 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in MK-7 interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Menaquinone-7
WarfarinWarfarin
How Warfarin interacts with MK-7 — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Menaquinone-7Warfarin (coumadin) Major
Interaction Summary
Vitamin K can antagonize and reverse the therapeutic effects of warfarin.
Read the full Menaquinone-7 + Warfarin interactionWarfarin SodiumCoumadin, Panwarfin, Sofarin
How Warfarin Sodium interacts with MK-7 — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Menaquinone-7Warfarin (coumadin) Major
Interaction Summary
Vitamin K can antagonize and reverse the therapeutic effects of warfarin.
Read the full Menaquinone-7 + Warfarin Sodium interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in MK-7 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.
Menaquinone-7
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Vitamin K can antagonize and reverse the therapeutic effects of warfarin.
Vitamin K antagonizes the effects of warfarin. Excessive vitamin K intake, either from supplements or from changes in the diet, can reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for MK-7, from the product label.
Healthy Directions
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- Healthy Directions
- City
- Bethesda
- State
- MD
- ZipCode
- 20817
- Web Address
- healthydirections.com
MK-7 by Healthy Directions: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind MK-7’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
MK-7'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 11 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.
Vitamin K 11 references
- McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
- Crowther MA, Ageno W, Garcia D, et al. Oral vitamin K versus placebo to correct excessive anticoagulation in patients receiving warfarin: a randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2009;150(5):293-300. PubMed
- Dietary vitamin K guidance: an effective strategy for stable control of oral anticoagulation? Nutr Rev. 2010;68(3):178-81. PubMed
- Kim JS, Nafziger AN, Gaedigk A, et al. Effects of oral vitamin K on S- and R-warfarin pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics: enhanced safety of warfarin as a CYP2C9 probe. J Clin Pharmacol. 2001 Jul;41(7):715-22. PubMed
- Riegert-Johnson, D. L. and Volcheck, G. W. The incidence of anaphylaxis following intravenous phytonadione (vitamin K1): a 5-year retrospective review. Ann.Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2002;89(4):400-406. PubMed
- Dezee, K. J., Shimeall, W. T., Douglas, K. M., Shumway, N. M., and O'malley, P. G. Treatment of excessive anticoagulation with phytonadione (vitamin K): a meta-analysis. Arch.Intern.Med. 2-27-2006;166(4):391-397. DOI
- Dentali, F., Ageno, W., and Crowther, M. Treatment of coumarin-associated coagulopathy: a systematic review and proposed treatment algorithms. J.Thromb.Haemost. 2006;4(9):1853-1863. PubMed
- Caluwé R, Vandecasteele S, Van Vlem B, Vermeer C, De Vriese AS. Vitamin K2 supplementation in haemodialysis patients: a randomized dose-finding study. Nephrol Dial Transplant. 2014;29(7):1385-90.
- Huang ZB, Wan SL, Lu YJ, Ning L, Liu C, Fan SW. Does vitamin K2 play a role in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis for postmenopausal women: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Osteoporos Int. 2015;26(3):1175-86. PubMed
- Hunnali CR, Devi U, Kitchanan S, Sethuraman G. Three Different Regimens for Vitamin K Birth Prophylaxis in Infants Born Preterm: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Pediatr 2023;255:98-104. PubMed
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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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