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Dietary supplement

Monolaurin Lemon Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Samsara Herbs

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

Monolaurin Lemon Flavor is a dietary supplement by Samsara Herbs 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 Lemon Flavor by Samsara Herbs

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. It's the only active component in the powder formula; there are no inactive fillers or other ingredients listed.

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 against bacterial vaginosis — the condition it's marketed for — is insufficient to reliably rate it. In plain terms, we don't have enough solid research data to say whether it works for that purpose.

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 food-related amounts, but its safety as a supplement in humans hasn't been well studied. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy.

While lauric acid occurs naturally in breast milk, the safety of this supplement while breastfeeding isn't known; talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you 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. Still, check the search tool on this page with your exact medications, or ask your pharmacist to be certain.

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 Lemon Flavor has no documented interactions with medications we could identify. If you're considering it for bacterial vaginosis, know that the evidence for it isn't yet established.

Pregnancy is a clear caution. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have questions about how it fits with your overall health.

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 May 22, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Monolaurin Lemon Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand Samsara Herbs
Barcode (UPC) X001S9CP5B
Net contents 2 Ounce(s); 57 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2020
DSLD ID 220900
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Monolaurin Lemon Flavor by Samsara Herbs, 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:
2.8 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2.8 Gram(s)
Servings per container
20
UPC/BARCODE
X001S9CP5B
IngredientAmount% DV
Monolaurin2300 mg--

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Label statements
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Formula

Monolaurin (90% Concentration)

Description Samsara's Monolaurin is 100% extracted from coconut meat or copra, unlike many others which are derived from inferior palm oil. Monolaurin also naturally occurs in breast milk and is considered a beneficial element in the support of a baby's healthy immune development. It is commonly known to support a healthy wide-spectrum immune response.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice USA Tested 3rd party USA tested

General Statements

About us At Samsara Herbs, we believe that all positive change in the world must first begin with positive change from within. We invite you to tap into your own infinite power through the use of our potent herbal extracts! We seek out only quality herbs from our trusted sources from around the world for use in our herbal extracts. Samsara Herbs, dedicated to empowering your life force!

Formulation

Standardized herbal extracts contain isolated herbal compounds, in guaranteed amounts. Often having the prevalent compound found in an herb, in a significantly higher concentration than found in nature.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Our water soluble herbal extracts are best mixed in juice or a smoothie, although mixing in water is perfectly fine if you can tolerate the taste.

Suggested Use: Take 1 Scoop 1-3 times per day or as recommended by your health care professional.

Storage

Storage Cool dry place, out of direct sunlight.

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.

Precautions

Caution: If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or taking medications, consult your hearth care professional before using this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

See for yourself

Monolaurin Lemon Flavor by Samsara Herbs label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Monolaurin Lemon Flavor by Samsara Herbs

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

Serving size2.8 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container20 Amounts shown are per serving.

Monolaurin

No known
interactions
2300 mg per serving Form: Cocos nucifera

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
Interaction report

Monolaurin Lemon Flavor by Samsara Herbs Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Monolaurin Lemon Flavor. 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 Lemon Flavor, from the product label.

Samsara Herbs

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Name
Aspen Copacking
Street Address
810 North 2800 West
City
Lindon
State
Utah
ZipCode
84042
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Monolaurin Lemon Flavor by Samsara Herbs: Common Questions

Does Monolaurin Lemon Flavor by Samsara Herbs interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Monolaurin Lemon Flavor. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Monolaurin Lemon Flavor 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 while pregnant?
The safety data advises against monolaurin during pregnancy because there isn't enough information to know it's safe. Talk with your doctor before taking it if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Is it safe to use while breastfeeding?
Lauric acid occurs naturally in breast milk, but we don't have enough safety data on monolaurin as a supplement while breastfeeding. Use caution and ask your doctor for personalized advice.
Does monolaurin actually work for bacterial vaginosis?
The evidence we have isn't enough to reliably say whether it works for that condition. You'd want to discuss other proven treatment options with your doctor.
What side effects might I experience?
No adverse effects are documented in our data. Monolaurin is often well tolerated in food-related amounts, but supplement safety in humans hasn't been well studied overall.

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The Full Monographs Behind Monolaurin Lemon Flavor’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 Lemon Flavor'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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