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Organic Coconut Oil Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Arazo Nutrition

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

Organic Coconut Oil is a dietary supplement by Arazo Nutrition 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 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 by Arazo Nutrition

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 3 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product has 3 active ingredients: polyunsaturated fat, monounsaturated fat, and organic coconut oil. Coconut oil is a fat derived from coconut and is the primary active component.

The softgel capsule itself and the extra virgin organic coconut oil listed as an inactive ingredient are the delivery form and filler.

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: Hair, skin, and nails health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Hair health, Skin health, Nail health.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

We hold insufficient reliable evidence to rate coconut oil for diabetes, high cholesterol, weight loss, or lichen planus. The data we have doesn't establish that it works for these uses.

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 from food sources is generally well tolerated. However, concentrated supplement doses haven't been well studied, so it's wise to get your doctor's approval before taking high-dose supplements.

The main safety concern is allergic reaction — coconut can trigger hives, and in rare cases anaphylaxis, especially in people with coconut hypersensitivity. About half of reported coconut allergic reactions involve anaphylaxis.

Pregnant and breastfeeding people: coconut is rated likely safe in those settings.

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, mention this product to your doctor or pharmacist — there's a minor theoretical risk of low blood sugar. We couldn't check the fats in this formula for interactions, so use the medication checker below to look up your other drugs.

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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.

Arazo Nutrition's Organic Coconut Oil is generally well tolerated in food amounts, but concentrated supplement doses haven't been well studied. If you take antidiabetes medication, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, since coconut might theoretically lower blood sugar.

If you have a tree nut allergy or history of coconut sensitivity, 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 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 21, 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, straight from the product label.

Brand Arazo Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) X001MEZCMZ
Net contents 120 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2020
DSLD ID 237164
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Organic Coconut Oil by Arazo Nutrition, 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 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
X001MEZCMZ
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories22 Calorie(s)--
Calories from Fat18 Calorie(s)--
Total Fat2 Gram(s)4%
Polyunsaturated Fat12 mg--
Monounsaturated Fat70 mg--
Saturated Fat1760 mg8%
organic Coconut Oil2000 mg--

Other ingredients: extra virgin organic Coconut Oil, Softgel

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) softgels each day. For best results, take one softgel during the day and one softgel in the evening. Repeat the process daily. Do not exceed two softgels per day.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Keep out the reach of children.

Do not use is safety seal is damaged or missing.

Formulation

Hair Skin Nails

Cold pressed & unrefined Heart & brain health

Extra virgin 100% pure

Solvent free

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Formulated in USA GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Sourced from a certified facility Third Party Tested

See for yourself

Organic Coconut Oil by Arazo Nutrition label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic Coconut Oil by Arazo Nutrition

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

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

Organic Coconut Oil

Interacts with
86 drugs
2000 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...

Organic Coconut Oil monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Extra virgin organic Coconut Oil, Softgel. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Organic Coconut Oil by Arazo Nutrition 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 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.

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, from the product label.

Arazo Nutrition

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Name
Arazo Nutrition
Street Address
3422 Old Capitol Trail Suite #941
City
Wilmington
State
DE
ZipCode
19808
Web Address
www.ArazoNutrition.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Organic Coconut Oil by Arazo Nutrition: Common Questions

Does Organic Coconut Oil by Arazo Nutrition interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic Coconut Oil 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 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 is rated likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. That said, any decision to take a supplement in these periods is personal — run it by your doctor or pharmacist to make sure it fits your situation.
What's the main risk I should know about?
The biggest concern is allergic reaction. If you have a tree nut allergy or have had any reaction to coconut before, check with your doctor or pharmacist first. In rare cases, coconut can cause anaphylaxis.
Does coconut oil actually work for weight loss or cholesterol?
The research we have isn't strong enough to say. Evidence for coconut oil's effects on cholesterol, weight, or diabetes is insufficient, so we can't make a reliable claim either way.
Why can't you check two of the three ingredients for interactions?
We simply don't hold interaction data for polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats in our current database. That's a gap in our coverage, not proof they're safe with your medications — use the checker on this page to look up your specific drugs.
Is this safe to take every day?
Coconut from food is safe in normal amounts. High-dose supplements haven't been well studied, so ask your doctor or pharmacist whether daily supplementation makes sense for you.

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The Full Monographs Behind Organic Coconut Oil’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'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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