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Dietary supplement

Monolaurin 600 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Ecological Formulas

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Monolaurin 600 mg is a dietary supplement by Ecological Formulas with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, viral infections (such as herpes or colds), antibacterial support.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Monolaurin 600 mg by Ecological Formulas

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.

This product contains one active ingredient: monolaurin, a compound derived from lauric acid. Monolaurin is the sole active component at 600 mg per capsule.

The capsule also contains inactive ingredients (gelatin, magnesium stearate, and microcrystalline cellulose) that serve as the capsule shell and flow agents.

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 Monolaurin product and its label doesn't state a use — see Monolaurin'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 evidence for monolaurin in treating bacterial vaginosis is insufficient — we don't have reliable data showing it works for that purpose. More research would be needed to establish whether it's effective.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Monolaurin

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Monolaurin is often well tolerated in the amounts found in food, but its safety as a supplement in humans hasn't been well studied. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy because there isn't enough information.

While lauric acid (the source of monolaurin) occurs naturally in breast milk, the safety of taking this supplement while breastfeeding is unknown — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before use if you're nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Monolaurin

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for monolaurin. That doesn't rule out the possibility that one exists with your specific medications — it just means we don't have documented evidence of any.

Run your medications through the search tool on this page to be sure, or ask your pharmacist.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Monolaurin is generally well tolerated, with no documented medication interactions in our data. It's a single-ingredient product, so there's no complexity to manage.

If you're pregnant, the safety data recommends against it; if you're breastfeeding or taking any medications, clear it with your doctor or pharmacist first.

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 Aug 23, 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 Monolaurin 600 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Ecological Formulas
Barcode (UPC) 696859034886
Net contents 90 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2022
DSLD ID 271455
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Monolaurin 600 mg by Ecological Formulas, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
696859034886
IngredientAmount% DV
Monolaurin600 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Monolaurin contains the monoester of the fatty acid lauric acid.

Formulation

Contains no corn, yeast, wheat, liver, citrus or other common food or chemical allergens.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions Take one capsule with meals, or as directed by a physician.

See for yourself

Monolaurin 600 mg by Ecological Formulas label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Monolaurin 600 mg by Ecological Formulas

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Monolaurin

No known
interactions
600 mg per serving

Monolaurin is a compound made from lauric acid, a fatty acid found in coconut oil and breast milk, and it is marketed mostly for immune and antimicrob...

Monolaurin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Monolaurin 600 mg by Ecological Formulas Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Monolaurin 600 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Monolaurin 600 mg, from the product label.

Ecological Formulas

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Name
Ecological Formulas
Street Address
1061-B Shary Circle
City
Concord
State
CA
ZipCode
94518
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Monolaurin 600 mg by Ecological Formulas: Common Questions

Does Monolaurin 600 mg by Ecological Formulas interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Monolaurin 600 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Monolaurin 600 mg 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.
Is this safe to take if I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against use during pregnancy because there isn't enough information to know either way. Talk with your doctor before taking it.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Supplement safety while breastfeeding is unknown, even though lauric acid occurs naturally in breast milk. Use caution and ask your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Does monolaurin actually work for bacterial vaginosis?
The evidence is insufficient — we don't have reliable data showing it's effective for that purpose. More research would be needed to establish whether it works.
What is monolaurin?
Monolaurin is a compound derived from lauric acid. It's a naturally occurring fatty acid found in foods like coconut oil.
Are there any side effects listed?
No adverse effects are documented in our data for this product. That doesn't mean none can occur — it means we don't have trial reports of them.

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Monolaurin 600 mg label
Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Monolaurin 600 mg’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Monolaurin 600 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 2 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.

Monolaurin 2 references
  1. FDA, Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, Office of Premarket Approval, EAFUS: A food additive database. Website: vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/eafus.html (Accessed 23 February 2006).
  2. Mancuso AC, Widdice LE, Hughes BL, et al. Five Percent Monolaurin Vaginal Gel for the Treatment of Bacterial Vaginosis: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial. J Low Genit Tract Dis. 2020 Jul;24(3):277-283. PubMed

See these in context on the Monolaurin 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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