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.
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Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Puritan's Pride 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 Puritan's Pride
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 supplement contains one active ingredient: pumpkin seed oil at 1,000 mg per softgel capsule. The capsule itself is made from gelatin and vegetable glycerin.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Pumpkin seed oil is possibly effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)—enlarged prostate that can cause urinary symptoms. For other uses we checked—male-pattern baldness, bladder inflammation, intestinal parasites, and urinary tract infections—the evidence is insufficient to rate whether it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Pumpkin seed oil is generally well tolerated as a concentrated supplement in adults. The most common side effects in trials are mild: abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
Rarely, anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) has been reported. There are also two case reports of hair loss and severe nausea and vomiting after consuming bitter-tasting pumpkin or squash with high levels of cucurbitacin, a naturally occurring compound—this is uncommon in standard supplements but worth knowing.
For pregnancy, there isn't enough data to know whether this concentrated supplement is safe; eating pumpkin as food is fine, but talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking a seed-oil supplement while pregnant. The same applies to breastfeeding—safety of the concentrated supplement hasn't been well studied.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
If you take lithium, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product—your lithium level may rise, and your dose might need to be adjusted.
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.
This supplement may help with prostate symptoms if you're a man with BPH. If you take lithium, check with your doctor or pharmacist first—the dose may need adjusting.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have questions about whether it's right for you, talk it over with your own healthcare provider.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 25, 2017.
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 | Puritan's Pride |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 074312102219 |
| Net contents | 100 Rapid Release Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 25, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 76345 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult Male (18-50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Puritan's Pride, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Fat | 1 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Pumpkin Seed Oil | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin
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Brand IP Statement(s)
Puritan’s Pride supplements are produced from the finest raw materials under stringent quality control standards.
2017 Puritan’s Pride, Inc.
Flow Guard
General Statements
State-of-the-art manufacturing and packaging facilities ensure you the highest quality nutritional supplements money can buy. When it comes to your health...choose the best.
To reorder item # 221 www.puritan.com 1-800-645-1030
Cold Pressed Traditional nutrient for prostate & urinary health
Formula
Warning: This product is intended for use by men and is not intended for use by women.
Precautions
Warning: This product is intended for use by men and is not intended for use by women.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
If you are taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Seals/Symbols
QA Quality Assured
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: For adult men, take one (1) softgel four times daily, preferably with meals.
Formulation
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.
General
ITEM # 221 B67482 09F 14-19013PPS
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Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Puritan's Pride 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 Puritan's Pride
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 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, Vegetable Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Puritan's Pride Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Puritan's Pride Pumpkin Seed Oil interacts with lithium, a mood-stabilizing medication.
Pumpkin seed oil has diuretic properties—it encourages water and salt loss through the kidneys—and this can reduce how much lithium your body gets rid of, causing levels to build up. If you take lithium, your doctor may need to lower your dose.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
No other medication interactions are documented in our data for this product.
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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.
Puritan's Pride
See all Puritan's Pride products- Name
- Myology Muscle Science for Puritan's Pride Inc.
- City
- Ronkonkoma
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11779
- Phone Number
- 1-800-645-1030
- Web Address
- www.puritan.com
Pumpkin Seed Oil 1000 mg by Puritan's Pride: 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.
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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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