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Nattokinase Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by XYMOGEN

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

Nattokinase is a dietary supplement by XYMOGEN 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 XYMOGEN

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.

XYMOGEN Nattokinase is a straightforward one-ingredient product: Nattokinase, an enzyme derived from fermented soybeans. The capsule also contains several inactive ingredients that serve as binders and flow agents — microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose, water, stearic acid, silica, magnesium stearate, and medium chain triglyceride oil.

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: Heart and circulatory health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Angina, Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) — 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 support it for the conditions typically studied — angina, atherosclerosis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and chronic fatigue syndrome all carry a rating of insufficient reliable evidence. That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the research we have access to hasn't yet established that it does for those uses.

Talk with your pharmacist about what you're hoping it'll do, and whether the science backs it up.

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 its blood-thinning properties mean it's not for people at high risk of bleeding. The main safety concern is rare reports of bleeding, including one serious case of brain bleeding when combined with aspirin.

Additionally, some people have allergic reactions to natto (the soybean source) — symptoms like throat or airway tightness can appear within 2 hours of taking it. There isn't enough safety data to recommend Nattokinase during pregnancy, so it's best avoided then.

Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so avoid it during that time too. If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

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 you take XYMOGEN Nattokinase, check whether you're on any blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (aspirin, warfarin, clopidogrel, and others) — Moderate risk of bleeding. Also check blood pressure medications — Nattokinase may lower pressure further.

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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 may interest people looking for cardiovascular support, but the evidence for it isn't established in our data. The real concern is its blood-thinning effect — if you take any blood thinner or blood pressure medication, you need to check with your pharmacist first.

Pregnant or breastfeeding people should skip it.

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 Sep 25, 2025.

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 XYMOGEN
Barcode (UPC) 871149000998
Net contents 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2025
DSLD ID 335505
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Nattokinase by XYMOGEN, 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
871149000998
IngredientAmount% DV
Nattokinase100 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hypromellose, Water, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil

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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 professional.

Precautions

Consult your healthcare professional 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 healthcare professional 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.

Contains: Soy.

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

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.

Formulation

Formulated to exclude: Wheat, gluten, yeast, animal and dairy products, fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, sesame, ingredients derived from genetically modified organisms (GMOs), artificial colors, and artificial sweeteners.

Vegetarian caps

Healthy Circulation Support Exclusive professional formulas

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2023 XYMOGEN

FDA Statement of Identity

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Nattokinase by XYMOGEN label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Nattokinase by XYMOGEN

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, Hypromellose, Water, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Nattokinase by XYMOGEN 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.

XYMOGEN

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Name
XYMOGEN Professional Formulas
Street Address
6900 Kingspointe Pkwy.
City
Orlando
State
FL
ZipCode
32819
Phone Number
800-647-6100
Web Address
xymogen.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Nattokinase by XYMOGEN: Common Questions

Does Nattokinase by XYMOGEN 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 talking to your pharmacist first. There's a case report of serious brain bleeding when someone took nattokinase while on low-dose aspirin. Both thin the blood, and together they raise your bleeding risk. Your doctor or pharmacist needs to weigh the benefit against that risk for your situation.
Will this lower my blood pressure?
Nattokinase may reduce blood pressure according to some clinical research. If you're already on blood pressure medication, adding nattokinase could drop it too far. Talk to your pharmacist before starting.
Is Nattokinase safe during pregnancy?
No — there isn't enough safety data, so the recommendation is to avoid it while pregnant. If you're pregnant or planning pregnancy, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Can I take this if I'm breastfeeding?
Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so it's best to avoid it during that time. Check with your pharmacist or doctor if you're nursing.
What's nattokinase and where does it come from?
It's an enzyme made from fermented soybeans. Some people have allergic reactions to natto, with symptoms like throat or airway tightness that can start within 2 hours. If you're sensitive to natto, this product isn't for you.
Does the research show this works for heart health?
Not yet. The evidence we have on angina, atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease, and other heart-related conditions is rated insufficient — meaning we don't have strong proof it works for those uses. Talk with your pharmacist about what you're hoping it'll do.

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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.

See these in context on the Nattokinase monograph →

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