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Pure Raspberry Ketone Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by CurEase

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Powder Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Pure Raspberry Ketone 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Pure Raspberry Ketone is a dietary supplement by CurEase with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for weight loss, fat burning, boosting metabolism.Based on those ingredients, 174 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Raspberry Ketone. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pure Raspberry Ketone by CurEase

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.

This product contains one active ingredient: raspberry ketone. It's a compound naturally found in raspberries that's been studied for potential effects on hair loss and weight, though the evidence remains limited.

The powder form contains no other inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Raspberry Ketone product and its label doesn't state a use — see Raspberry Ketone's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for raspberry ketone isn't established in the data we hold. For both alopecia areata (a type of hair loss) and obesity, the effectiveness rating is insufficient reliable evidence to rate.

That means human studies haven't provided enough solid data to say whether it works for these uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Raspberry Ketone

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.

Raspberry ketone is used in foods without safety concerns, but human safety data for the high doses found in concentrated supplements is very limited. Because it structurally resembles a stimulant compound, stimulant-related side effects are possible—case reports mention heart palpitations, rapid heartbeat, elevated blood pressure, coronary artery spasm, and in one serious case, a dangerous heart rhythm that required emergency treatment.

A small number of users have also reported sweating, diarrhea, and shakiness. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information, so concentrated supplements should be avoided.

The same applies to breastfeeding—avoid supplement use until more data exists. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your individual situation.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Raspberry Ketone

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Raspberry Ketone.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 174 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.

Check before taking if you use stimulant drugs (like medications for ADHD, decongestants, or certain weight-loss agents) or warfarin (a blood thinner). Both interactions are rated Moderate and could reduce the effectiveness of your blood thinner or raise your risk of heart-related side effects.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Raspberry ketone might appeal to you if you're exploring options for hair loss or weight management, but the evidence for either use is too limited to know if it actually works. The bigger concern is its stimulant-like effects and potential interactions with heart medications and blood thinners.

Before you start, review your full medication list with your doctor or pharmacist—especially if you take any stimulants or warfarin.

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 Nov 21, 2012.

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 Pure Raspberry Ketone, straight from the product label.

Brand CurEase
Net contents 4.2 oz.; 120 g
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2012
DSLD ID 15271
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Pure Raspberry Ketone by CurEase, 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:
0.125 Teaspoon(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.125 Teaspoon(s)
Servings per container
240
IngredientAmount% DV
Raspberry Ketone120 g--

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

Purity 99.66% Exp. Date: Nov 2012

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Pure Raspberry Ketone label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Pure Raspberry Ketone by CurEase

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size0.125 Teaspoon(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container240 Amounts shown are per serving.

Raspberry Ketone

Interacts with
174 drugs
120 g per serving Form: 4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-one

Raspberry ketone is a natural aroma compound found in red raspberries that is heavily marketed for weight loss, but there is no good human evidence th...

Raspberry Ketone monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Pure Raspberry Ketone by CurEase Drug Interactions

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174 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Raspberry Ketone 174

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Pure Raspberry Ketone interact with 174 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Pure Raspberry Ketone interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Raspberry Ketone

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Pure Raspberry Ketone 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.

Raspberry Ketone2 drug types · 174 drugs

Stimulant Drugs

Theoretically, raspberry ketone might increase the risk of adverse cardiovascular effects with stimulant drugs.
Structurally, raspberry ketone resembles synephrine, a known stimulant agent. Heart palpitations, elevated blood pressure, coronary vasospasm, pulseless electrical activity arrest, and resistant polymorphic ventricular tachycardia have been reported in patients taking raspberry ketone.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, raspberry ketone might increase warfarin dose requirements.
In one case report, a patient taking warfarin 55 mg per week had a decrease in INR over a period of one month while taking raspberry ketone 250 mg daily. A warfarin dose increase to 70 mg per week was necessary to maintain a therapeutic INR while taking raspberry ketone. The mechanism for this potential interaction is not known.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Raspberry Ketone full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Pure Raspberry Ketone, from the product label.

CurEase

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Web Address
www.curease.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Pure Raspberry Ketone by CurEase: Common Questions

Does Pure Raspberry Ketone by CurEase interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Pure Raspberry Ketone has a known interaction with 174 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Pure Raspberry Ketone 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.
Does raspberry ketone actually work for weight loss or hair loss?
The evidence isn't there yet. For both obesity and alopecia areata (a type of hair loss), the data we hold rates the effectiveness as insufficient reliable evidence to rate. You'd be taking it without proven benefit.
Can I take this if I'm on a blood thinner?
Not without checking first. One case report showed raspberry ketone interfered with warfarin (Coumadin), requiring a dose increase to maintain effectiveness. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting—they may need to monitor your levels closely or choose a different approach.
What side effects might I experience?
Because raspberry ketone resembles a stimulant, heart-related side effects are possible—palpitations, rapid heartbeat, and elevated blood pressure. A few people have reported sweating, diarrhea, and shakiness. In rare cases, serious heart rhythm problems have been reported. Stop and seek emergency care if you feel chest pain, severe palpitations, or shortness of breath.
Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
No. There isn't enough safety information. The data advises against concentrated supplements during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's appropriate for your situation.
Can I take this with stimulant medications?
Probably not safely. Raspberry ketone can theoretically increase the risk of heart problems when combined with stimulants (like ADHD medications or decongestants). Check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining them.
Does this product contain any fillers or other ingredients?
No other ingredients are listed—it's pure raspberry ketone powder.

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The Full Monographs Behind Pure Raspberry Ketone’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Raspberry Ketone

Interacts with 174 drugs

Raspberry ketone is a natural aroma compound found in red raspberries that is heavily marketed for weight loss, but there is no good human evidence that it helps people lose weight. Most cla...

Read the full Raspberry Ketone monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Pure Raspberry Ketone'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.

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 4 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.

Raspberry Ketone 4 references
  1. Adverse Event Report. Raspberry Ketone. Natural MedWatch, April 27, 2012.
  2. Adverse Event Report. Raspberry Ketone. Natural MedWatch, September 18, 2011.
  3. Ansari SA, Patel F, Ashouri D, Dhaliwal JSS, Desai A. Resistant Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia in a Patient Taking Raspberry Ketones Weight Loss Supplement. Cureus 2022;14(12):e33089. PubMed
  4. Khattar A, Beeton I. Coronary vasospasm and raspberry ketones weight-loss supplement: Is there a connection? Anatol J Cardiol. 2020;24(3):205-208.

See these in context on the Raspberry Ketone monograph →

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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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