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Nattokinase Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Village Vitality

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Nattokinase is a dietary supplement by Village Vitality with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart and circulatory health, blood clot prevention, high blood pressure.Based on those ingredients, 289 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Nattokinase. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Nattokinase by Village Vitality

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: nattokinase, an enzyme derived from fermented soybeans. The remaining contents are inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, HPMC, stearic acid, silica, magnesium stearate, and medium-chain triglycerides — which are fillers and capsule materials.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Nattokinase's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: blood flow and cardiovascular health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hypertension, Atherosclerosis, Hyperlipidemia, Peripheral arterial disease (PAD), Venous insufficiency — and 4 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Nattokinase is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Angina (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Nattokinase is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, and more.

The evidence we hold on nattokinase doesn't establish that it works for any specific condition. Proposed uses include angina, atherosclerosis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and chronic fatigue syndrome, but our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for any of them.

Talk with your doctor about whether it makes sense for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Nattokinase

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.

Nattokinase is generally well tolerated short-term, but because it thins your blood, it's not appropriate for people with a bleeding risk or bleeding disorder. It's best avoided in pregnancy — there isn't enough safety data.

The same goes for breastfeeding; safety is unknown, so it's best to avoid it then too. Rare side effects include bleeding (including a reported case of brain bleeding when combined with aspirin) and hypersensitivity reactions in people sensitive to natto or its components — symptoms like throat or larynx swelling can happen within 2 hours of taking it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Nattokinase

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 — Nattokinase.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 289 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 this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (like aspirin, warfarin, or clopidogrel) — Moderate risk of increased bleeding. Also flag any blood pressure medications you take — nattokinase may lower your pressure further.

The bleeding risk is serious enough that one case involved brain hemorrhage.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Nattokinase is a blood-thinning enzyme from fermented soybeans that might help with circulation, but the evidence isn't established in our data for specific conditions. If you're on a blood thinner, blood pressure medication, or have a bleeding tendency, check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting it — the combination risk is real.

Avoid it if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have natto allergies.

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 Mar 24, 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 Nattokinase, straight from the product label.

Brand Village Vitality
Barcode (UPC) 871149006112
Net contents 60 Vegetable Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 24, 2020
DSLD ID 216291
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Nattokinase by Village Vitality, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
871149006112
IngredientAmount% DV
Nattokinase100 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, HPMC, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Medium-Chain Triglycerides

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take one to two capsules twice daily at least 30 minutes before or two hours after a meal, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Precautions

Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use. Do not use if tamper seal is damaged.

Individuals taking medication should discuss potential interactions with their healthcare practitioner.

Cautions: Consult your health care practitioner before taking this product if you have a bleeding disorder or are taking any drug that affects blood coagulation or blood pressure such as heparin, warfarin (Coumadin), diuretics, ACE inhibitors, or beta blockers.

Consult your health care practitioner before taking this product if you have a bleeding disorder or are taking any drug that affects blood coagulation or blood pressure such as heparin, warfarin (Coumadin), diuretics, ACE inhibitors, or beta blockers.

Storage: Keep closed in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.

Formula

Nattokinase is an all-natural, potent enzyme that is extracted from natto and highly purified. Natto is a fermented soybean food that has been consumed in Japan for over 1000 years. Nattokinase has been the subject of many studies, including human and animal trials.

Contains soy

Formulation

In 1980, researchers discovered that nattokinase demonstrated a positive effect on blood flow in vitro. Nattokinase may also support cardiovascular health.

Does not contain: Wheat, gluten, corn, yeast, animal or dairy products, fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, ingredients derived from genetically modified organisms (GMOs), artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, or preservatives.

Healthy circulation support Pharmaceutical grade

Nattokinase meets or exceeds cGMP quality standards.

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.

Storage

Storage: Keep closed in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

Professional use only

Vegetable capsules This package is completely recyclable

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Nattokinase by Village Vitality label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Nattokinase by Village Vitality

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 container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Nattokinase

Interacts with
289 drugs
100 mg per serving

Nattokinase is an enzyme from the fermented soybean food natto that may have mild blood-thinning and blood-flow effects. Some small studies hint at be...

Nattokinase monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, HPMC, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Medium-Chain Triglycerides. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Nattokinase by Village Vitality Drug Interactions

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289Drugs
289 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Nattokinase 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.

Nattokinase2 drug types · 289 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Nattokinase might increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs.
Nattokinase has thrombolytic and anticoagulant effects. There is a case report of intracranial hemorrhage in a patient who added nattokinase to aspirin therapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, nattokinase might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Some clinical research suggests that nattokinase may reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Nattokinase, from the product label.

Village Vitality

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Name
Village Vitality, LLC
Street Address
79 Tinker Street, Floor 2
City
Woodstock
State
NY
ZipCode
12498
Phone Number
800-807-6861
Web Address
www.villagevitality.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Nattokinase by Village Vitality: Common Questions

Does Nattokinase by Village Vitality interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Nattokinase has a known interaction with 289 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Nattokinase 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 nattokinase with aspirin?
Not without checking with your doctor first. Nattokinase itself thins the blood, and combining it with aspirin has caused bleeding in at least one reported case — specifically brain bleeding. Your doctor needs to weigh the benefit against that risk for your situation.
What's nattokinase, and where does it come from?
It's an enzyme made from fermented soybeans — a traditional food in Japanese cuisine. The enzyme has blood-thinning properties, which is why it's promoted for circulation, but the evidence for specific health benefits isn't established in our data.
Is it safe to take if I'm pregnant?
No — there isn't enough safety data, so it's best avoided during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor about what might be appropriate for your situation instead.
What if I'm allergic to natto?
Skip nattokinase. People sensitive to natto can have hypersensitivity reactions — including throat or larynx swelling — within 2 hours of taking it. Your immune system may react to nattokinase or related compounds in the product.
Can I take this with my blood pressure medication?
Check with your doctor or pharmacist first. Nattokinase may lower blood pressure on its own, so adding it to your medication could theoretically drop it too far, and you'd need monitoring.
Are there any fillers or other ingredients I should know about?
The active ingredient is just nattokinase. The capsule also contains microcrystalline cellulose, HPMC, stearic acid, silica, magnesium stearate, and medium-chain triglycerides — standard inactive ingredients that help hold the capsule together.

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Sources & How We Checked

Nattokinase'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.

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The 9 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.

Nattokinase 9 references
  1. Suzuki Y, Kondo K, Matsumoto Y, et al. Dietary supplementation of fermented soybean, natto, suppresses intimal thickening and modulates the lysis of mural thrombi after endothelial injury in rat femoral artery. Life Sci 2003;73:1289-98.. PubMed
  2. Sumi H, Hamada H, Nakanishi K, Hiratani H. Enchancement of fibrinolytic activity in plasma by oral administration of nattokinase. Acta Haematol 1990;84:139-43.
  3. Chang, Y. Y., Liu, J. S., Lai, S. L., Wu, H. S., and Lan, M. Y. Cerebellar hemorrhage provoked by combined use of nattokinase and aspirin in a patient with cerebral microbleeds. Intern Med 2008;47(5):467-469. PubMed
  4. Kim, J. Y., Gum, S. N., Paik, J. K., Lim, H. H., Kim, K. C., Ogasawara, K., Inoue, K., Park, S., Jang, Y., and Lee, J. H. Effects of nattokinase on blood pressure: a randomized, controlled trial. Hypertens.Res 2008;31(8):1583-1588. PubMed
  5. <p>Maruyama M, Sumi H (eds): Effect of natto diet on blood pressure, in Basic and Clinical Aspects of Japanese Traditional Food Natto II. Japan Technology Transfer Association (JTTAS), 1998, pp 1–3.</p>
  6. Kurosawa Y, Nirengi S, Homma T, et al. A single-dose of oral nattokinase potentiates thrombolysis and anti-coagulation profiles. Sci Rep 2015;5:11601. PubMed
  7. Ramachandran L, Aqeel A, Jafri A, Sidhu Y, Mohamed Djirdeh T. Nattokinase-associated hemoperitoneum in an elderly woman. Cureus 2021;13(12):e20074. PubMed
  8. Awatani-Yoshidome K, Hashimoto T, Satoh T. Anaphylaxis from nattokinase in a patient with fermented soybean (natto) allergy. Allergol Int 2022;71(1):153-4. PubMed
  9. Suzuki K, Nakamura M, Sato N, Futamura K, Matsunaga K, Yagami A. Nattokinase, a subtilisin family serine protease, is a novel allergen contained in the traditional Japanese fermented food natto. Allergol Int 2022.

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