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Dietary supplement

Peak K2 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced

Capsule Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Major
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Major

Peak K2 is a dietary supplement by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for supporting normal blood clotting, bone health, heart and vascular health.Based on those ingredients, 2 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Vitamin K2. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Peak K2 by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced

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.

Peak K2 contains one active ingredient: vitamin K2. This is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a role in blood clotting and bone health.

The capsule also contains organic rice as an inactive ingredient.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: vitamin K2 for bone and cardiovascular health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Osteoporosis, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Warfarin anticoagulation, Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency (VKCFD), Hemorrhagic disease, Hypoprothrombinemia — and 3 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Vitamin K is rated "Effective" for Hemorrhagic disease (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Vitamin K is rated "Effective" for Hypoprothrombinemia, Warfarin anticoagulation, Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency (VKCFD).
  • Also on file: Vitamin K is rated "Possibly Effective" for Osteoporosis.

Vitamin K2 is effective for treating vitamin K-dependent clotting factor deficiency and hemorrhagic disease (a bleeding disorder), and for correcting hypoprothrombinemia (a low level of a key clotting protein). For osteoporosis, the evidence is possibly effective—meaning there's some promise, but it's not yet conclusive.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin K

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, vitamin K is generally well tolerated in healthy people. The most common side effects are mild gastrointestinal ones—nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset, and abdominal pain.

Serious reactions are rare. During pregnancy and lactation, vitamin K is considered likely safe.

That said, the safety notes advise you to check with your doctor before taking supplements, even though normal dietary amounts are fine.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin K

Meds to double-check

Major interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Major identified

At least one ingredient has a documented Major-severity interaction. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Vitamin K.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 2 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 taking Peak K2, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take warfarin (Coumadin) or any other blood thinner. Vitamin K can reduce how well these medications work, which is a Major-level concern.

No other drug interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we checked.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Peak K2 may be worth considering if you have a vitamin K deficiency or are interested in bone health support, but it's not suitable if you take warfarin or similar blood thinners without medical oversight. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your medications and medical history before starting—especially if you're on any blood thinner.

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 Mar 24, 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 Peak K2, straight from the product label.

Brand AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced
Barcode (UPC) 624917080070
Net contents 90 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 24, 2020
DSLD ID 214883
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, 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 Peak K2 by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced, 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
624917080070
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin K245 mg, 15 mg37500%, 12500%

Other ingredients: organic Rice, Capsule

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Label statements
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Formulation

GMP Manufacturing Quality assured Independent testing

Vegan

Non-GMO Gluten free

AOR guarantees that all ingredients have been declared on the label.

Made without wheat, gluten, corn, nuts, peanuts, soy, dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish or any animal byproduct.

Precautions

Do not use if safety seal is broken

Caution: Do not take Peak K2 in combination with anticoagulants (example: warfarin) unless advised to do so by your physician.

To report a serious adverse event or obtain product information, call 1-866-215-0450

Storage

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place

Formula

Discussion: Peak K2 is menatetrenone (MK-4), a form of vitamin K2 made in the body from phylloquinone (vitamin K1) and distinct from the menaquinones made by probiotic bacteria.

High dose menatetrenone (Mk-4)

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take 1 capsule 1-3 times daily with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.

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

General Statements

Product of USA

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Peak K2 by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Peak K2 by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced

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 container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Vitamin K2

Interacts with
2 drugs
45 mg per serving Form: Menatetrenone

Vitamin K is an essential nutrient your body needs for normal blood clotting and to support healthy bones. Most people get enough from food, but suppl...

Vitamin K2 monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Peak K2 by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced Drug Interactions

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2Drugs
2 Major

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Peak K2 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.

Vitamin K21 drug type · 2 drugs

Warfarin (Coumadin)

Vitamin K can antagonize and reverse the therapeutic effects of warfarin.
Vitamin K antagonizes the effects of warfarin. Excessive vitamin K intake, either from supplements or from changes in the diet, can reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin.

Likelihood Likely Evidence C
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Peak K2, from the product label.

AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced

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Name
AOR Inc.
Street Address
30 Industrial West
City
Clifton
State
NJ
ZipCode
07012
Phone Number
1-866-215-0450
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Peak K2 by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced: Common Questions

Does Peak K2 by AOR Advanced Orthomolecular Research Advanced interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Peak K2 has a known interaction with 2 medications, including 2 rated major. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Peak K2 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 Peak K2 if I'm on warfarin?
Not without talking to your doctor first. Vitamin K can interfere with warfarin's ability to thin your blood, which could be serious. Your doctor may need to adjust your warfarin dose or monitor you more closely if you take this supplement.
What are the side effects of vitamin K2?
Most people tolerate it well. The most common side effects are mild gastrointestinal issues—nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset, and abdominal pain. Serious reactions are rare.
Is vitamin K2 safe during pregnancy?
Yes, vitamin K is considered likely safe during pregnancy and lactation. Still, talk with your doctor about whether a supplement is right for you during this time.
Does Peak K2 actually work for osteoporosis?
The evidence is possibly effective—meaning there's some research suggesting it may help, but it's not yet conclusive. If you're interested in using it for bone health, discuss it with your doctor.
What is vitamin K2 for?
Vitamin K2 is a fat-soluble vitamin involved in blood clotting and bone health. It's effective for treating vitamin K deficiencies and related bleeding disorders, and may support bone density.

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Sources & How We Checked

Peak K2'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 11 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.

Vitamin K 11 references
  1. McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
  2. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
  3. Crowther MA, Ageno W, Garcia D, et al. Oral vitamin K versus placebo to correct excessive anticoagulation in patients receiving warfarin: a randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2009;150(5):293-300. PubMed
  4. Dietary vitamin K guidance: an effective strategy for stable control of oral anticoagulation? Nutr Rev. 2010;68(3):178-81. PubMed
  5. Kim JS, Nafziger AN, Gaedigk A, et al. Effects of oral vitamin K on S- and R-warfarin pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics: enhanced safety of warfarin as a CYP2C9 probe. J Clin Pharmacol. 2001 Jul;41(7):715-22. PubMed
  6. Riegert-Johnson, D. L. and Volcheck, G. W. The incidence of anaphylaxis following intravenous phytonadione (vitamin K1): a 5-year retrospective review. Ann.Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2002;89(4):400-406. PubMed
  7. Dezee, K. J., Shimeall, W. T., Douglas, K. M., Shumway, N. M., and O'malley, P. G. Treatment of excessive anticoagulation with phytonadione (vitamin K): a meta-analysis. Arch.Intern.Med. 2-27-2006;166(4):391-397. DOI
  8. Dentali, F., Ageno, W., and Crowther, M. Treatment of coumarin-associated coagulopathy: a systematic review and proposed treatment algorithms. J.Thromb.Haemost. 2006;4(9):1853-1863. PubMed
  9. Caluwé R, Vandecasteele S, Van Vlem B, Vermeer C, De Vriese AS. Vitamin K2 supplementation in haemodialysis patients: a randomized dose-finding study. Nephrol Dial Transplant. 2014;29(7):1385-90.
  10. Huang ZB, Wan SL, Lu YJ, Ning L, Liu C, Fan SW. Does vitamin K2 play a role in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis for postmenopausal women: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Osteoporos Int. 2015;26(3):1175-86. PubMed
  11. Hunnali CR, Devi U, Kitchanan S, Sethuraman G. Three Different Regimens for Vitamin K Birth Prophylaxis in Infants Born Preterm: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Pediatr 2023;255:98-104. PubMed

See these in context on the Vitamin K monograph →

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