Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NutriONN
What is this page for?
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 NutriONN 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 NutriONN
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 product contains one active ingredient: pumpkin seed oil at 1,000 mg per softgel. The capsule itself is made from gelatin, glycerin, and purified water.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Pumpkin seed oil is rated possibly effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)—an enlarged prostate that causes urinary symptoms in men. For androgenic alopecia (male or female pattern hair loss), interstitial cystitis (bladder pain), intestinal parasite infection, and urinary tract infections, the evidence we hold is insufficient to make a reliable rating either way.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Pumpkin seed oil is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects in trials are mild abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
Very rarely, anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) has been reported. There are also two case reports of adults who developed severe nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, or substantial hair loss, after consuming meals with bitter-tasting pumpkin or squash—both linked to high levels of cucurbitacin, a compound found mainly in wild pumpkins.
Commercial pumpkin seed oil supplements are generally safe, but safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding hasn't been well studied. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
If you take lithium for mood disorders or bipolar disorder, check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding pumpkin seed oil. The supplement may reduce your body's ability to clear lithium, raising its levels—a Moderate-severity interaction that could require a dose adjustment.
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.
If you have an enlarged prostate causing urinary symptoms, pumpkin seed oil may be worth considering—the evidence suggests it could help. If you take lithium, you'll need to check this one with your own doctor or pharmacist first, since it may affect how your body processes it.
For other uses, the evidence isn't strong enough yet to know if it works. Either way, run your full medication list through the checker on this page before you start.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 23, 2024.
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 | NutriONN |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | X000W51JW7 |
| Net contents | 180 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 23, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 308906 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult Male (18-50 Years), Seniors/Mature (>50 Years) - Men ONLY, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by NutriONN, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Pumpkin Seed Oil | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Purified
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Formula
Pumpkin Seed Oil is a nutritional oil rich in essential fatty acids (EFAs). Pumpkin seed oil has one of the highest contents of phytosterols which provides support for healthy prostate and can help lower cholesterol. The high fatty acid content helps reduce inflammation in joints and the GI tract.
Nutritional oil 100% natural oil Natural source of essential fatty acids Rich source of phytosterols Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg per softgel
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: For adults, take one (1) softgel one to four times daily, preferably with meals, or as directed by your health care professional.
Precautions
Caution: 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 the reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
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 mitigate any disease.
Formulation
Zero Fillers Artificial ingredients
Urinary health Prostate support
Supports prostate health Promotes cardiovascular health
No artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, no sugar, no starch, no milk, no lactose, no soy, no gluten, no wheat, no yeast, no fish. Sodium free.
100% natural
Seals/Symbols
Sourced from GMP Certified Facility
Made in USA
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
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Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by NutriONN label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by NutriONN
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 container180 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, Glycerin, Water, Purified. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by NutriONN Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Pumpkin Seed Oil by NutriONN interacts with one medication type: lithium.
Pumpkin seed oil is thought to have diuretic properties—meaning it may increase urine output—which could theoretically reduce how your body clears lithium and raise its levels in your blood. This is a Moderate-severity interaction, and your dose of lithium might need adjustment if you're taking this supplement.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Although only lithium appears in our data for this product, it's still worth running your complete medication list through the interaction checker below before you start, especially if you take any other medications that affect kidney function or fluid balance.
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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.
NutriONN
See all NutriONN products- Name
- NutriONN
- Street Address
- 6600 NE 78th Ct. B4, Suite 78399
- City
- Portland
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97218
- Phone Number
- (971) 213-8009
- Web Address
- www.nutrionn.com
Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by NutriONN: 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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