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Dietary supplement

Monolaurin Supplement Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Lauricidin

Other (e.g. Tea Bag) Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Monolaurin Supplement is a dietary supplement by Lauricidin 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 Supplement by Lauricidin

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.

Lauricidin contains one active ingredient: monolaurin, a compound derived from lauric acid (a fatty acid found naturally in coconut oil and other foods). The product is designed to deliver this ingredient in supplement form, with 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

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: immune defense and gut bacteria balance.
  • We looked for evidence on: immune function, gut microbiome, antimicrobial support.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence for monolaurin in bacterial vaginosis is insufficient — we don't have reliable data yet to say whether it works for this use or not. If you're considering it for a specific health concern, talk with your doctor about what the current evidence does and doesn't support.

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 amounts found in food, but human safety studies of the supplement itself are limited. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy.

While lauric acid occurs naturally in breast milk, we don't know enough about supplement safety while breastfeeding — use caution and ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking it 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 for monolaurin in our data. That said, always run your specific medications through the checker on this page before starting any new supplement, and let your doctor or pharmacist know you're considering it.

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.

Lauricidin is a single-ingredient monolaurin supplement with no documented interactions in our data. The evidence for its intended uses isn't yet established, and human safety studies are sparse.

If you're pregnant, avoid it; if you're breastfeeding or taking any medications, check 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 Feb 24, 2017.

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 Supplement, straight from the product label.

Brand Lauricidin
Net contents 8 oz.; 227 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 24, 2017
DSLD ID 71026
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Other (e.g. Tea Bag)
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Monolaurin Supplement by Lauricidin, 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 tsp
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 tsp
Servings per container
75
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories27 Calorie(s)--
Calories from Fat27 Calorie(s)--
Saturated Fat3 Gram(s)15%
Total Fat3 Gram(s)5%
Monolaurin3000 mg--

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Label statements
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General Statements

Discovered Monolaurin

Discovered by Med-Chem Labs, Inc. founder Dr. Jon J. Kabra, PhD in 1966. Monolaurin is a highly purified lipid extract derived from coconut oil. Monolaurin May Help: Promote a strong immune defense Support a healthy balance of gut bacteria Maintain healthy levels of yeast

Brand IP Statement(s)

Lauricidin is the original Monolaurin.

Lauricidin is most effective used under the guidance of your healthcare professional.

Med-Chem Labs, Inc. 2013

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended Intake: Do not chew. Simply place mini-pellets in mouth and swallow with cool liquid. Intake levels vary from 1/4 tsp. to one full tsp. two to three times a day with food.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry area.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation

This product contains no additives, fillers, preservatives, gluten, milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans.

FDA Statement of Identity

Monolaurin Supplement

See for yourself

Monolaurin Supplement by Lauricidin label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Monolaurin Supplement by Lauricidin

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

Serving size1 tsp Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Servings per container75 Amounts shown are per serving.

Monolaurin

No known
interactions
3000 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
Interaction report

Monolaurin Supplement by Lauricidin Drug Interactions

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

Lauricidin

See all Lauricidin products
Name
Med-Chem Labs, Inc.
Street Address
15655 W. Roosevelt St., Ste. 108
City
Goodyear
State
AZ
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Monolaurin Supplement by Lauricidin: Common Questions

Does Monolaurin Supplement by Lauricidin interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Monolaurin Supplement. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Monolaurin Supplement 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 monolaurin safe to take during pregnancy?
The safety data advises against use during pregnancy, so it's best to avoid it. Talk with your doctor before taking it if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Can I take Lauricidin while breastfeeding?
While lauric acid is naturally present in breast milk, we don't have enough data to know whether the supplement is safe while breastfeeding. Use caution and ask your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before taking it.
Does monolaurin actually work for bacterial vaginosis?
The evidence we hold is insufficient to say whether it works for this condition. If you're interested in it for bacterial vaginosis, talk with your doctor about what treatments have good evidence behind them.
What are the side effects of Lauricidin?
Our data doesn't list any reported adverse effects. Monolaurin is often well tolerated in food-related amounts, though human studies of the supplement are limited.

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The Full Monographs Behind Monolaurin Supplement’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 Supplement'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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