Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Vitamatic
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First and foremost: checking Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 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 2000 mg is a dietary supplement by Vitamatic 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 2000 mg by Vitamatic
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 three ingredients: pumpkin seed oil (the active component at 2000 mg per serving) and two types of dietary fat — polyunsaturated and monounsaturated. The softgel capsule itself is an inactive ingredient that holds everything together.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence behind pumpkin seed oil is limited. It's possibly effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — a condition where an enlarged prostate causes urinary symptoms.
For everything else listed — hair loss, bladder inflammation (interstitial cystitis), parasite infections, and urinary tract infections — the evidence isn't reliable enough to rate it either way.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Pumpkin as a food is well tolerated. The concentrated seed-oil supplements in this product are generally well tolerated too, though the long-term safety data on supplements isn't as robust as it is for whole food.
The most common side effects in trials are abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) is very rare.
Two case reports describe temporary hair loss a few weeks after eating pumpkin or squash with high levels of cucurbitacin (a bitter compound); this is uncommon and was tied to wild or bitter-tasting varieties. There isn't enough data to say whether this concentrated supplement is safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in these situations.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
If you take lithium, flag this product with your doctor or pharmacist before you start — pumpkin seed oil may reduce lithium excretion and raise its levels in your body, and your dose may need adjustment. No other interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.
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 may help with an enlarged prostate (BPH), though the evidence is still developing. If you take lithium, you need to check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — the product might affect your lithium levels.
Otherwise, it's generally well tolerated, but run any medications you're on through the interaction checker on this page first.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 22, 2023.
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 2000 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Vitamatic |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 602343800721 |
| Net contents | 180 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 22, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 283075 |
| 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), Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 mg by Vitamatic, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 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% |
| Pumpkin seed Oil | 2 Gram(s) | -- |
Other ingredients: Softgel Capsule
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Formulation
Supports: Cardiovascular health Extra virgin, cold pressed Rich in phytosterols
Free of sugar, starch, sodium, yeast, soy, corn, wheat, egg, artificial colors, flavors & preservatives.
Supports healthy prostate function Contains essential fatty acids Cold pressed
Non GMO
Precautions
Caution: Consult with your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or planning any medical procedures.
Do not use it if the safety seal is broken or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.
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 prevent any disease.
Seals/Symbols
GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Certified Made in U.S.A.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Adults: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) softgels daily preferably before meal.
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Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 mg by Vitamatic 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 2000 mg by Vitamatic
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 container90 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: Softgel Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 mg by Vitamatic Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Vitamatic Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 mg has one documented interaction we need to flag: through its pumpkin seed oil content, it may affect lithium levels.
Pumpkin is thought to have diuretic properties (it may increase urine output), which could theoretically reduce how your body clears lithium and raise the amount in your bloodstream. If you take lithium, your dose may need adjustment.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
We couldn't check two of the three ingredients in this product — polyunsaturated fat and monounsaturated fat — because we hold no data on them. That doesn't mean they interact; it means the information isn't on file for us to review.
Check your exact medications with the search tool on this page before starting, especially if you're on lithium or any other prescription drug.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 mg interact with 1 drug. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 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 2000 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 2000 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 2000 mg, from the product label.
Vitamatic
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- Vitamatic
- Street Address
- PO Box 406
- City
- Raritan
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 08869
- Phone Number
- 1-973-400-9165
- Web Address
- www.vitamaticusa.com
Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 mg by Vitamatic: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Pumpkin Seed Oil 2000 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 2000 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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