Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg 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
Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Best Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph) symptoms, overactive bladder, eye and skin health (vitamin a source).Based on those ingredients, 1 medication has a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Pumpkin seed Oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Best Naturals
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This softgel contains 3 ingredients: pumpkin seed oil as the active component, plus polyunsaturated fat and monounsaturated fat, which are also present in the oil itself. The remaining ingredient is gelatin, a capsule material.
Pumpkin seed oil is the oil extracted from pumpkin seeds and comes in a concentrated form in each softgel.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence on pumpkin seed oil is mixed. It's possibly effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)—a condition where the prostate gland enlarges.
For other uses—androgenic alopecia (male-pattern hair loss), interstitial cystitis (bladder pain), intestinal parasites, and urinary tract infections—the evidence isn't reliable enough to rate how well it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Pumpkin seed oil is generally well tolerated in adults when taken by mouth. The most common side effects reported in trials are mild abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
Anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) is rare but has been reported. There are two case reports of adults who developed significant temporary hair loss or severe nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea after eating bitter-tasting pumpkin or squash, which was linked to high levels of a toxic compound called cucurbitacin—common in wild varieties.
This product uses cultivated pumpkin seed oil, not wild pumpkin. Pregnancy and breastfeeding safety data are limited; talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this supplement if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
If you take lithium, clear this supplement with your doctor first—pumpkin seed oil may slow how your body clears lithium from your system and raise its levels. For all other medications, check them against the search tool on this page or verify with your pharmacist before starting.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Pumpkin seed oil might help with prostate enlargement, but the evidence for other uses isn't solid yet. If you take lithium, you'll need to check with your doctor first because this oil may affect how your body handles it.
For any other medications, use the interaction checker on this page or ask your pharmacist to review your regimen before starting.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 16, 2022.
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
General information
Key facts about Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Best Naturals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 817716015613 |
| Net contents | 90 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 16, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 270045 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Best Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Calories from Fat | 20 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 Gram(s) | -- |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5 Gram(s) | -- |
| Total Fat | 2 Gram(s) | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 Gram(s) | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0 Gram(s) | -- |
| Pumpkin seed Oil | 2000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin
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Formula
Pumpkin Seed Oil is a nutritional oil rich in a balanced blend of Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fatty acids (EFAs) with unique nutritive benefits for prostate health. Pumpkin Seed Oil is also known for its high phytosterol content. Best Naturals Pumpkin Seed Oil is unrefined, cold pressed without the use of solvents, and derived only from the highest quality pumpkin seeds.
Precautions
Caution: For adults only, if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
Storage
Keep in 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.
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA
GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Product
Formulation
Premium formula
3rd party lab tested
No artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, no sugar, no starch, no corn, no soy, no egg, no lactose, no gluten, no wheat, no yeast, no fish. Sodium free.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) softgels one to three times daily, preferably with meals, or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.
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Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Best Naturals label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Best Naturals
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 container45 Amounts shown are per serving.
Pumpkin seed Oil
Interacts with1 drug
Pumpkin is a nutritious squash, and its seeds and seed oil are the parts most often used as supplements, mainly for urinary and prostate symptoms. The...
Pumpkin seed Oil monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Best Naturals Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Best Naturals interacts with lithium, a medication used to treat bipolar disorder.
Pumpkin seed oil is thought to have mild diuretic properties (it makes you produce more urine), which could theoretically reduce how your body clears lithium from your system and raise its levels in your blood. If you take lithium, your doctor may need to adjust your dose.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
We weren't able to check two of the three ingredients in this product—the polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats—because we don't hold interaction data for them. Altogether, these interactions span 1 individual medication.
If you take lithium or any other prescription medication, use the search tool on this page to verify the exact drugs you're on before you start this supplement.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg interact with 1 drug. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Pumpkin seed Oil
Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug)Eskalith, Lithium Carbonate
How Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interacts with Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Pumpkin Seed OilLithium Moderate
Interaction Summary
Pumpkin might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Read the full Pumpkin Seed Oil + Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Pumpkin Seed 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.
Pumpkin seed Oil
Lithium
Pumpkin might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Pumpkin is thought to have diuretic properties. Theoretically, this might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg, from the product label.
Best Naturals
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- Best Naturals
- Street Address
- PO Box 394
- City
- Kenilworth
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07033
- Phone Number
- 1-877-659-6004
- Web Address
- www.shopbestnaturals.com
Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Best Naturals: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Pumpkin Seed 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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 5 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.
Pumpkin 5 references
- Marks L, Partin AW, Epstein JI, et al. Effects of a saw palmetto herbal blend in men with symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia. J Urol 2000;163:1451-6. DOI
- Cho YH, Lee SY, Jeong DW, et al. Effect of pumpkin seed oil on hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med 2014;2014:549721. PubMed
- Vahlensieck W, Theurer C, Pfitzer E, Patz B, Banik N, Engelmann U. Effects of pumpkin seed in men with lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia in the one-year, randomized, placebo-controlled GRANU study. Urol Int 2015;94(3):286-95 PubMed
- Assouly P. Hair loss associated with cucurbit poisoning. JAMA Dermatol. 2018 May 1;154(5):617-618. PubMed
- Gawryjolek J, Ludwig H, Zbikowska-Götz M, Bartuzi Z, Krogulska A. Anaphylaxis after consumption of pumpkin seeds in a 2-y-old child tolerant to its pulp: A case study. Nutrition 2021;89:111272. PubMed
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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.
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