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Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NutriFlair

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg is a dietary supplement by NutriFlair with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for blood sugar support, high cholesterol, indigestion and gas.Based on those ingredients, 258 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Ceylon Cinnamon. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg by NutriFlair

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: Ceylon cinnamon at 1200 mg per capsule. The capsule shell is made from pullulan, an inactive ingredient that helps hold the powder together.

Ceylon cinnamon is a spice extract; the dose here is much higher than what you'd get from cooking with ground cinnamon at home.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Ceylon Cinnamon product and its label doesn't state a use — see Ceylon Cinnamon'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 Ceylon cinnamon is mixed and limited. It's rated possibly ineffective for weight loss (obesity) and blood sugar control (diabetes) — the two conditions most people ask about.

For hay fever (allergic rhinitis), the common cold, and COPD, we don't have enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works. If you're considering it for one of these uses, talk with your doctor about whether the data supports trying it.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Ceylon Cinnamon

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.

Orally, Ceylon cinnamon is generally well tolerated at food-level amounts. At supplement doses like the one in this product, the safety is less studied.

The most common side effects reported are bloating, indigestion, and nausea. Rare cases of allergic skin reactions (rashes, itching) and contact dermatitis have been reported in people sensitive to cinnamon compounds.

There's also one case report of bleeding complications in a patient who took high-dose cinnamon daily for months after surgery, though this is very uncommon. Food amounts of Ceylon cinnamon are considered likely safe in pregnancy and likely safe while breastfeeding, but safety data for supplement doses in pregnancy is uncertain — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this at medicinal strength if you're pregnant or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Ceylon Cinnamon

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 — Ceylon Cinnamon.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 258 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 this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take blood pressure medication or diabetes medication. Ceylon cinnamon may lower blood pressure and blood sugar further, raising the risk of hypotension or low blood sugar.

Both are Moderate-severity interactions, and dose adjustments may be needed.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Ceylon cinnamon at supplement strength is generally well tolerated, but it's not proven effective for weight loss or blood sugar control — the main reasons people buy it. The real concern is interaction risk: if you take blood pressure or diabetes medication, you need to check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, since Ceylon cinnamon may amplify their effects and lower your levels too far.

Food amounts are one thing; this capsule dose is another.

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 Nov 22, 2023.

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 Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand NutriFlair
Barcode (UPC) X0014GUKRD
Net contents 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2023
DSLD ID 299680
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg by NutriFlair, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
X0014GUKRD
IngredientAmount% DV
Ceylon Cinnamon1200 mg--

Other ingredients: Pullulan

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Label statements
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Formulation

USDA Organic

Non-GMO, gluten free & certified organic

Non-GMO, gluten free & certified organic

Laboratory tested. Guaranteed quality.

Vegan

Non-GMO

Oregon Tilth Certified Organic (OTCO) Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth

Made in USA with global ingredients.

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

Made in USA Lab tested Good Manufacturing Practice GMP

Oregon Tilth Certified Organic (OTCO) Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth

Formula

1200 mg per serving

True Ceylon Cinnamon, native to Sri Lanka

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules once a day. For best results, take 20 to 30 minutes before a meal, with an 8-ounce glass of water, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Pregnant or nursing mother, children under the age of 18, individuals with a known medical condition, and individuals taking prescription medications, should consult a healthcare professional before using this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant or nursing mother, children under the age of 18, individuals with a known medical condition, and individuals taking prescription medications, should consult a healthcare professional before using this or any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Storage

Storage: Keep tightly closed, in a cool, dry place, and do not expose to excessive heat.

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.

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Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg by NutriFlair label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg by NutriFlair

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Ceylon Cinnamon

Interacts with
258 drugs
1200 mg per serving

Ceylon cinnamon is the so-called 'true' cinnamon, valued as a spice and used in traditional medicine for blood sugar, cholesterol, and digestion. Evid...

Ceylon Cinnamon monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Pullulan. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg by NutriFlair Drug Interactions

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258Drugs
258 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg 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.

Ceylon Cinnamon2 drug types · 258 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, Ceylon cinnamon may have additive effects with antidiabetes drugs.
Ceylon cinnamon may lower blood glucose levels. Dose adjustments might be necessary.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, Ceylon cinnamon might have additive effects with antihypertensive drugs and increase the risk of hypotension.
Animal research shows that Ceylon cinnamon extract has vasorelaxant properties and reduces blood pressure in rat models of hypertension, possibly via inhibition of calcium influx through L-type voltage-sensitive channels.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg, from the product label.

NutriFlair

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Name
Nutriflair
Street Address
4742 42nd Ave SW Suite 12
City
Seattle
State
WA
ZipCode
98116
Phone Number
1-800-432-2031
Web Address
nutriflair.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg by NutriFlair: Common Questions

Does Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg by NutriFlair interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 mg has a known interaction with 258 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 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.
Does Ceylon cinnamon actually help you lose weight or control blood sugar?
The evidence says it's possibly ineffective for both. If weight loss or blood sugar control is why you're interested, the research doesn't back it up. Talk with your doctor about options that do have solid evidence behind them.
What are the most common side effects?
Bloating, indigestion, and nausea are the side effects most people report. Allergic skin reactions like rashes and itching are rare but have been reported in people who are sensitive to cinnamon.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Food amounts of Ceylon cinnamon are considered likely safe in both pregnancy and lactation. However, we don't have enough data on supplement-strength doses in pregnancy, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you're pregnant or nursing.
Can I take it if I'm on blood pressure medication?
Not without checking first. Ceylon cinnamon may lower blood pressure on its own, which could add to what your medication does and make your blood pressure drop too low. Your doctor or pharmacist needs to weigh the risk for you and may adjust your dose.
What about if I'm diabetic and taking medication for it?
Same caution applies. Ceylon cinnamon may lower blood sugar, so combining it with diabetes medication could push your levels down further than safe. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before you start, and be ready for a possible medication adjustment.

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The Full Monographs Behind Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 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

Organic Ceylon Cinnamon 1200 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 22 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.

Ceylon Cinnamon 22 references
  1. Newall CA, Anderson LA, Philpson JD. Herbal Medicine: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. London, UK: The Pharmaceutical Press, 1996.
  2. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  3. Choi HK, Jung GW, Moon KH, et al. Clinical study of SS-Cream in patients with lifelong premature ejaculation. Urology 2000;55:257-61. PubMed
  4. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
  5. Anderson RA, Broadhurst CL, Polansky MM, et al. Isolation and Characterization of Polyphenol Type-A Polymers from Cinnamon with Insulin-like Biological Activity. J Agric Food Chem 2004;52:65-70. PubMed
  6. Jarvill-Taylor KJ, Anderson RA, Graves DJ. A hydroxychalcone derived from cinnamon functions as a mimetic for insulin in 3T3-L1 adipocytes. J Am Coll Nutr 2001;20:327-36. PubMed
  7. Onderoglu S, Sozer S, Erbil KM, et al. The evaluation of long-term effcts of cinnamon bark and olive leaf on toxicity induced by streptozotocin administration to rats. J Pharm Pharmacol 1999;51:1305-12.
  8. Kanerva L, Estlander T, Jolanki R. Occupational allergic contact dermatitis from spices. Contact Dermatitis 1996;35:157-62. PubMed
  9. Ranasinghe P, Jayawardena R, Galappaththy P, et al. Response to Akilen et al. Efficacy and safety of 'true' cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) as a pharmaceutical agent in diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Diabet Med 2013 Apr;30(4):506-7.
  10. Oliveira JdA, da Silva IC, Trindade LA, et al. Safety and tolerability of essential oil from Cinnamomum zeylanicum blume leaves with action on oral candidosis and its effect on the physical properties of the acylic resin. Evid Based Complement Alternat Me
  11. Ranasinghe P, Pigera S, Premakumara GA, et al. Medicinal properties of 'true' cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum): a systematic review. BMC Complement Altern Med 2013;13:275. PubMed
  12. Ranasinghe P, Galappaththy P. Health benefits of Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum): a summary of the current evidence. Ceylon Med J 2016;61(1):1-5. PubMed
  13. Nyadjeu P, Dongmo A, Nguelefack TB, Kamanyi A. Antihypertensive and vasorelaxant effects of Cinnamomum zeylanicum stem bark aqueous extracts. J Complement Integr Med 2011;8.
  14. Wansi SL, Nyadjeu P, Ngamga D, et al. Blood pressure lowering effect of the ethanol extract from the stembark of Cinnamomum zeylanicum (lauraceae) in rats. Pharmacol online 2007;3:166-76.
  15. Admani S, Hill H, Jacob SE. Cinnamon Sugar Scrub Dermatitis: "Natural" Is Not Always Best. Pediatr Dermatol. 2017;34(1):e42-e43. PubMed
  16. Isaac-Renton M, Li MK, Parsons LM. Cinnamon spice and everything not nice: many features of intraoral allergy to cinnamic aldehyde. Dermatitis. 2015;26(3):116-21. PubMed
  17. Vandersall A, Katta R. Eyelid dermatitis as a manifestation of systemic contact dermatitis to cinnamon. Dermatitis. 2015 Jul-Aug;26(4):189. PubMed
  18. Brancheau D, Patel B, Zughaib M. Do cinnamon supplements cause acute hepatitis? Am J Case Rep 2015;16:250-4. PubMed
  19. Ranasinghe P, Jayawardena R, Pigera S, et al. Evaluation of pharmacodynamic properties and safety of Cinnamomum zeylanicum (Ceylon cinnamon) in healthy adults: a phase I clinical trial. BMC Complement Altern Med 2017;17(1):550. PubMed
  20. Zareie A, Sahebkar A, Khorvash F, Bagherniya M, Hasanzadeh A, Askari G. Effect of cinnamon on migraine attacks and inflammatory markers: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial. Phytother Res 2020;34(11):2945-52. PubMed
  21. Zobeiri M, Parvizi F, Shahpiri Z, et al. Evaluation of the effectiveness of cinnamon oil soft capsule in patients with functional dyspepsia: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2021;2021:6634115. PubMed
  22. Chase C, Doyle A, John SS, Laurent T, Griffith S. Post-operative haemorrhage secondary to cinnamon use. A case report. Int J Surg Case Rep 2022;95:107179. PubMed

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