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Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Bronson

Softgel Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Bronson with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin and hair care, source of dietary fats (mcts), hydration with coconut water.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are extra virgin organic Coconut Oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Bronson

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: extra virgin organic coconut oil at 1,000 mg per softgel capsule. The capsule itself is made from gelatin, glycerin, purified water, and titanium dioxide — these are inactive ingredients (excipients) that give the softgel its form and stability.

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 Coconut product and its label doesn't state a use — see Coconut'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 on coconut oil for diabetes, cholesterol, obesity, and lichen planus is insufficient to establish whether it works for these purposes. Our data doesn't show reliable evidence supporting its use for any of these conditions, so the effectiveness is not yet clear.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Coconut

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.

Coconut oil is generally well tolerated when eaten in normal food amounts, but concentrated supplement doses are not as well studied. The main safety concern is allergic reactions — they range from mild (hives, itching) to severe (anaphylaxis) in people with hypersensitivity to coconut or coconut pollen.

About half of reported allergic reactions to coconut involve anaphylaxis, and most happen after eating coconut by mouth or through breastfeeding. Pregnancy and lactation are rated as likely safe, but high-dose supplements haven't been extensively studied in these groups — talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant or nursing and want to take this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Coconut

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Coconut.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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.

If you take antidiabetes drugs (insulin, metformin, or other blood-sugar-lowering medications), double-check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this product — it may increase your risk of low blood sugar.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Bronson's Organic Coconut Oil may be worth considering if you're interested in a coconut supplement, but the evidence for its health benefits is not yet solid. If you take antidiabetes medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist first — coconut may lower your blood sugar further.

Anyone with a known coconut allergy should avoid it. Talk it over with your own healthcare provider before you start.

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 Aug 23, 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 Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Bronson
Barcode (UPC) X001VM8IY7
Net contents 200 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2020
DSLD ID 233086
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Bronson, 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 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
200
UPC/BARCODE
X001VM8IY7
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories9 Calorie(s)--
Calories from Fat9 Calorie(s)--
Total Fat1 Gram(s)1%
extra virgin organic Coconut Oil1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, purified Water, Titanium Dioxide

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Label statements
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General Statements

Bronson Nutrition since 1960

200 Count

Physician Recommended Brand for Over 50 Years Since 1960, Bronson has been providing families with the highest quality products and finest customer service available. This 50+ year heritage speaks for itself.

Nutrition Questions or Comments? Call 1-800-235-3200 Mon. - Fri. 9 AM - 8 PM EST Sat. 10 AM - 6:30 PM EST 365 day 100% money back guaranteed

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Formulation

Extra virgin Cold pressed From organic sources

Non-GMO Gluten-free Soy-free

Organics

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Precautions

Contains tree nuts (coconut)

Warning: Consult your healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications.

Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement for adults, take 1 softgel daily preferably with a meal or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Storage

Store at room temperature. Protect from light.

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.

Seals/Symbols

Lab Tested Made from High Quality Ingredients GMP Good Manufacturing Practice

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Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Bronson label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Bronson

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

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container200 Amounts shown are per serving.

Extra virgin organic Coconut Oil

Interacts with
86 drugs
1000 mg per serving

Coconut is a nutritious tropical food enjoyed as oil, water, milk, and flesh, and it is generally safe to eat in normal food amounts. While some uses...

Extra virgin organic Coconut Oil monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified Water, Titanium Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Bronson Drug Interactions

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86Drugs
86 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Organic Coconut Oil 1000 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.

extra virgin organic Coconut Oil1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking coconut with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Animal research suggests that coconut milk might increase insulin levels and/or decrease blood glucose levels.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg, from the product label.

Bronson

Name
Bronson Laboratories
Street Address
350 South 400 West #102
City
Lindon
State
UT
ZipCode
84042
Phone Number
1-800-235-3200
Web Address
BronsonVitamins.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Bronson: Common Questions

Does Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg by Bronson interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic Coconut Oil 1000 mg has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Organic Coconut Oil 1000 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Coconut oil is rated as likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, though high-dose supplements haven't been extensively studied in these groups. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice on whether this product is right for you right now.
What is coconut oil supposed to do?
Our data shows that people have studied coconut oil for diabetes, cholesterol, obesity, and lichen planus, but the evidence is insufficient to say whether it actually works for any of these. There's not yet reliable proof either way.
Could I have an allergic reaction?
Yes. Coconut can cause allergic reactions ranging from hives to severe anaphylaxis in people with hypersensitivity to coconut or its pollen. If you have a known tree nut or coconut allergy, avoid this product. If you've never had a coconut reaction, the risk is low, but it's not zero.
Is this safe to take long-term?
Coconut oil is generally well tolerated in normal food amounts, but concentrated supplement doses like this one are not well studied over time. Your doctor or pharmacist can give you better guidance based on your health and how long you're planning to take it.
What are the inactive ingredients?
The softgel capsule contains gelatin, glycerin, purified water, and titanium dioxide — these are binders, thickeners, and stabilizers that give the capsule its form.

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The Full Monographs Behind Organic Coconut Oil 1000 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 Coconut Oil 1000 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 10 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.

Coconut 10 references
  1. Teuber SS, Peterson WR. Systemic allergic reaction to coconut (Cocos nucifera) in 2 subjects with hypersensitivity to tree nut and demonstration of cross-reactivity to legumin-like seed storage proteins: new coconut and walnut food allergens. J Allergy Cl PubMed
  2. Rosado A, Fernandez-Rivas M, Gonzalez-Mancebo E, et al. Anaphylaxis to coconut. Allergy 2002;57(2):182-3. PubMed
  3. Karmakar PR, Das A, Chatterjee BP. Placebo-controlled immunotherapy with Cocos nucifera pollen extract. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 1994;103(2):194-201. PubMed
  4. Anagnostou K. Coconut Allergy Revisited. Children (Basel). 2017;4(10). pii: E85. PubMed
  5. Cifuentes L, Mistrello G, Amato S, et al. Identification of cross-reactivity between buckwheat and coconut. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2015;115(6):530-2. PubMed
  6. Michavila Gomez A, Amat Bou M, Gonzalez Cortés MV, Segura Navas L, Moreno Palanques MA, Bartolomé B. Coconut anaphylaxis: Case report and review. Allergol Immunopathol (Madr). 2015;43(2):219-20. PubMed
  7. 21CFR170.3. U.S. Food and Drug Administration Department of Health and Human Services. Updated April 1, 2017. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=170.3
  8. Alatawi KA, Alshubaily FA. Coconut products alleviate hyperglycaemic, hyperlipidimic and nephropathy indices in streptozotocin-induced diabetic wistar rats. Saudi J Biol Sci. 2021;28(8):4224-4231. PubMed
  9. Kruse L, Lor J, Yousif R, Pongracic JA, Fishbein AB. Coconut allergy: Characteristics of reactions and diagnostic predictors in a pediatric tertiary care center. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 2021;126(5):562-568.
  10. Pathmanandavel K, Kaur N, Joshi P, Ford LS. Anaphylaxis and allergy to coconut: An Australian pediatric case series. J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract 2020;8(10):3657-3659. PubMed

See these in context on the Coconut monograph →

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