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Organic MCT Oil Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Orgain

Organic MCT Oil label
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Liquid Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Organic MCT Oil against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Organic MCT Oil is a dietary supplement by Orgain with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for candida and yeast overgrowth, gut health support, antimicrobial.Based on those ingredients, 262 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Caprylic Acid. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Organic MCT Oil by Orgain

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

Partial disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Partial

Most active ingredients list an amount, but at least one is hidden in a blend or missing.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 3 of its 5 active ingredients.
  • “Medium Chain Triglycerides” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (13.10 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

Orgain Organic MCT Oil is a liquid supplement with 5 active ingredients: polyunsaturated fat, monounsaturated fat, caprylic acid, capric acid, and lauric acid — all medium-chain and fatty acids sourced from organic coconut. The product is made from 100% organic coconut medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of fat your body can absorb and use relatively quickly.

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: sustained energy and focus for weight loss.
  • We looked for evidence on: weight management, metabolic support, ketogenic diet support.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish effectiveness for any of these ingredients at supplement doses. Caprylic acid shows insufficient reliable evidence for epilepsy and essential tremor.

Lauric acid similarly lacks established evidence for bronchitis, vaginal yeast infections, influenza, and genital herpes. If you're considering this product for a specific health goal, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the science supports it.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Caprylic Acid Lauric Acid

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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Caprylic acid is recognized as safe in food amounts, but supplement doses are less well studied; the data advises caution unless your doctor approves. Short-term, it's generally well tolerated orally, though a small number of users have reported mild abdominal discomfort, changes in taste, dizziness, headache, and fatigue.

Lauric acid in food is fine, but high-dose supplements lack strong safety research. Because lauric acid raises total and LDL cholesterol (though also raises HDL), large amounts may affect your cholesterol profile — though it doesn't seem to affect triglycerides.

Nausea has been observed when lauric acid is infused rapidly into the small intestine; the rate with oral supplements is unknown.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Caprylic Acid Lauric Acid

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 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Caprylic Acid.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 262 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 warfarin (Coumadin) or any blood thinner, blood pressure medication (antihypertensive), or NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product. Caprylic acid may theoretically increase the effect or blood levels of these drugs, though human studies are lacking.

No interactions are documented for lauric acid.

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The bottom line

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

Orgain Organic MCT Oil is a straightforward fat supplement with no proven effectiveness at supplement doses in our data. If you take a blood thinner like warfarin, blood pressure medication, or NSAIDs like ibuprofen, you'll want to check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding it — caprylic acid might affect how these drugs work.

Otherwise, it's generally well tolerated, though GI discomfort can happen. Talk it over with your own healthcare provider to see if it fits your health plan.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 25, 2021.

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 MCT Oil, straight from the product label.

Brand Orgain
Barcode (UPC) 851770008204
Net contents 32 Fluid Ounce(s); 946 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 25, 2021
DSLD ID 244138
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Organic MCT Oil by Orgain, 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:
15 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
15 mL
Servings per container
63
UPC/BARCODE
851770008204
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories130 Calorie(s)--
Trans Fat0 Gram(s)--
Cholesterol0 mg--
Total Fat14 Gram(s)18%
Polyunsaturated Fat0 Gram(s)--
Monounsaturated Fat0 Gram(s)--
Caprylic Acid7.8 Gram(s)--
Capric Acid4.9 Gram(s)--
Lauric Acid0.2 Gram(s)--
Saturated Fat14 Gram(s)70%
Medium Chain Triglycerides13.1 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: 100% organic Coconut Medium Chain Triglycerides

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Label statements
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Formulation

Vegan

Gluten free Non-GMO

Sustained natural energy

Flavorless & odorless

Packaged in the USA.

Certified organic by QAI If it's organic it's non GMO

If it's organic it's non GMO

Country of origin: Sri Lanka

Formula

Medium chain triglycerides Our MCT oil is an organic, plant-based, high-quality source of medium chain triglycerides (including caprylic and capric acids) to support sustained energy, focus, and weight loss as part of a low-carb diet.

Plant based, paleo, & keto friendly

13 g medium chain tryglycerides

Made with 100% organic coconuts

OU (Kosher)

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Enjoy In Flavorless and odorless, our MCT can be easily added to your favorite foods and drinks. Coffee & Teas Mix 1 tablespoon with your morning cup of hot beverage. Smoothies Mixes easily with any smoothie or shake. Add 1-2 tablespoons. Salads MCT Oil maintains its liquid consistency, making it perfect for salads, dressings and marinades. Suggested Usage Take 1 tablespoon 1-3 times daily. Add to smoothies, coffee, tea and salads. Not recommended for use in cooking or frying.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

OU (Kosher) USDA organic

Certified organic

Brand IP Statement(s)

2019 Orgain, Inc.

Storage

Storage Information: Store in a cool, dry place with lid tightly sealed. Avoid exposure to light, heat, and moisture. No refrigeration required.

Precautions

Warnings: If you are pregnant, nursing or have a medical condition, consult your physician before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if inner seal is broken or missing. Do not use in styrofoam cup.

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.

General Statements

Always Clean Nutrition An early battle with cancer shaped my belief that the higher quality of our nutrition, the better we feel. That's why we're relentless when it comes to the cleanest nutrition possible. We're picky and proud - join us! In good health, Andrew Abraham, M.D. Founder and Cancer Survivor

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Organic MCT Oil by Orgain label

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Organic MCT Oil label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Organic MCT Oil by Orgain

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size15 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container63 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Medium Chain Triglycerides

13.1 Gram(s) per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: 100% organic Coconut Medium Chain Triglycerides. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Organic MCT Oil by Orgain Drug Interactions

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262Drugs
262 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Caprylic Acid 262

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Organic MCT Oil interact with 262 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 3 ingredients in Organic MCT Oil interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Caprylic Acid

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Organic MCT 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.

Caprylic Acid3 drug types · 262 drugs

Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, caprylic acid might increase the risk of hypotension when used with antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that caprylic acid might have positive inotropic effects, resulting in reduced arterial pressure and vascular resistance and increased cardiac output.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (Nsaids)

Theoretically, caprylic acid might increase plasma concentrations of NSAIDs.
In vitro research suggests that caprylic acid might displace NSAIDs from binding sites on albumin. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, caprylic acid might increase plasma concentrations of warfarin.
In vitro research suggests that high doses of caprylic acid might displace warfarin from albumin binding sites. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Caprylic Acid full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Organic MCT Oil, from the product label.

Orgain

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Name
Orgain, Inc.
Street Address
PO Box 4918
City
Irvine
State
CA
ZipCode
92616
Phone Number
888-881-4246
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Organic MCT Oil by Orgain: Common Questions

Does Organic MCT Oil by Orgain interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Organic MCT Oil has a known interaction with 262 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Organic MCT Oil contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
What are MCTs and why are they in this product?
MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides) are fats your body absorbs and uses quickly. This product contains them from organic coconut oil — caprylic acid, capric acid, and lauric acid are all types of MCTs.
Can I take this if I'm on warfarin or a blood thinner?
The caprylic acid in this product might theoretically raise warfarin levels based on lab studies, but it hasn't been confirmed in real patients. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before adding it — they know your full medical picture and can advise you.
Will this raise my cholesterol?
Lauric acid, one of the ingredients, raises both total LDL (bad) and HDL (good) cholesterol when consumed in large amounts. It doesn't seem to affect triglycerides. If you have cholesterol concerns, discuss this product with your doctor or pharmacist.
Is this safe to take while pregnant or nursing?
Lauric acid is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. Caprylic acid has unclear safety at supplement doses while nursing, though it naturally occurs in breast milk. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for guidance specific to your situation.
What side effects might I experience?
Short-term, caprylic acid is generally well tolerated. Some people report mild abdominal discomfort, taste changes, dizziness, headache, or fatigue. Nausea from lauric acid is possible but uncommon with oral supplements.
Does this product actually work for any condition?
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that these ingredients work at supplement doses for any specific condition. Caprylic acid and lauric acid both show insufficient evidence for epilepsy, infections, and other uses. Talk with your doctor about whether it's right for your needs.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Organic MCT Oil’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Caprylic Acid

Interacts with 262 drugs

Caprylic acid is a medium-chain fatty acid found in coconut oil and palm kernel oil that is popularly used for yeast overgrowth and gut health. While laboratory studies show it has antimicro...

Read the full Caprylic Acid monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Lauric Acid

Lauric acid is a medium-to-long-chain saturated fatty acid found in coconut oil, palm kernel oil, and breast milk. It is studied for possible antimicrobial and skin benefits, but solid human...

Read the full Lauric Acid monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Organic MCT 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 13 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.

Caprylic Acid 5 references
  1. Massolini G, Aubry AF, McGann A, Wainer IW. Determination of the magnitude and enantioselectivity of ligand binding to rat and rabbit serum albumins using immobilized-protein high performance liquid chromatography stationary phases. Biochem Pharmacol 1993 PubMed
  2. Kristev A, Mitkov D, Lukanov Y, Chapkynov P. The effect of octanoic fatty acid on the cardiovascular system of the guinea pig. Cor Vasa 1989;31(4):321-7.
  3. Hayball PF, Holman JW, Nation RL. Influence of octanoic acid on the reversible protein binding of ketorolac enantiomers to human serum albumin (HSA): comparative liquid chromatographic studies using a HSA chiral stationary phase. J Chromatogr B Biomed App PubMed
  4. Noctor TA, Wainer IW, Hage DS. Allosteric and competitive displacement of drugs from human serum albumin by octanoic acid, as revealed by high-performance liquid affinity chromatography, on a human serum albumin-based stationary phase. J Chromatogr 1992;5 PubMed
  5. Voller B, Lines E, McCrossin G, et al. Dose-escalation study of octanoic acid in patients with essential tremor. J Clin Invest. 2016;126(4):1451-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Caprylic Acid monograph →

Lauric Acid 8 references
  1. Brown KE, Leong K, Huang CH, et al. Gelatin/chondroitin 6-sulfate microspheres for the delivery of therapeutic proteins to the joint. Arthritis Rheum 1998;41:2185-95. PubMed
  2. de Roos N, Schouten E, Katan M. Consumption of a solid fat rich in lauric acid results in a more favorable serum lipid profile in healthy men and women than consumption of a solid fat rich in trans-fatty acids. J Nutr 2001;131;242-5. PubMed
  3. Temme EH, Mensink RP, Hornstra G. Comparison of the effects of diets enriched in lauric, palmitic, or oleic acids on serum lipids and lipoproteins in healthy women and men. Am J Clin Nutr 1996;63:897-903. PubMed
  4. Denke MA, Grundy SM. Comparison of effects of lauric acid and palmitic acid on plasma lipids and lipoproteins. Am J Clin Nutr 1992;56:895-8. PubMed
  5. Tholstrup T, Marckmann P, Vessby B, Sandstrom B. Effect of fats high in individual saturated fatty acids on plasma lipoprotein[a] levels in young healthy men. J Lipid Res 1995;36;1447-52. DOI
  6. Francois CA, Connor SL, Wander RC, Connor WE. Acute effects of dietary fatty acids on the fatty acids of human milk. Am J Clin Nutr 1998;67:301-8. PubMed
  7. Tholstrup T, Marckmann P, Jespersen J, Sandstrom B. Fat high in stearic acid favorably affects blood lipids and factor VII coagulant activity in comparison with fats high in palmitic acid or high in myristic and lauric acids. Am J Clin Nutr 1994;59:371-7. PubMed
  8. McVeay C, Fitzgerald PCE, Ullrich SS, Steinert RE, Horowitz M, Feinle-Bisset C. Effects of intraduodenal administration of lauric acid and L-tryptophan, alone and combined, on gut hormones, pyloric pressures, and energy intake in healthy men. Am J Clin Nu PubMed

See these in context on the Lauric Acid monograph →

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