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Raspberry Ketones Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Trusted Nutrients

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Raspberry Ketones is a dietary supplement by Trusted Nutrients 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.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Raspberry Ketones by Trusted Nutrients

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 supplement contains one active ingredient: raspberry ketone. It comes in a vegetable cellulose capsule.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Raspberry Ketone's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: weight loss and fat burning support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Obesity, metabolic rate, body composition, fat reduction.
  • The closest evidence on file: Raspberry Ketone is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Obesity (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for raspberry ketone isn't established. Studies show insufficient reliable evidence for its use in alopecia areata (hair loss) and obesity.

We hold no effectiveness data beyond those two 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 safely in foods, but human safety data for the high doses in supplements is very limited. The most concerning finding is case reports of heart palpitations, tachycardia (rapid heartbeat), elevated blood pressure, and even serious arrhythmias after taking raspberry ketone orally—effects that match its structural similarity to stimulants.

A small number of cases also reported sweating, diarrhea, and shakiness. During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety information; avoid concentrated supplements.

The same goes for breastfeeding—supplement use is not advised due to insufficient safety data. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

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 with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you use stimulant medications or warfarin (Coumadin). Stimulants carry the highest risk—raspberry ketone may trigger palpitations, high blood pressure, or dangerous heart rhythms.

If you're on warfarin, this product might reduce its effectiveness, requiring a dose adjustment.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Raspberry ketone has not been proven effective for weight loss or hair loss. Its main concern is the risk of heart-related side effects—especially if you take stimulant medications or blood thinners like warfarin.

If you're on any prescription medication, especially stimulants or anticoagulants, clear this product with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

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 Oct 25, 2013.

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 Raspberry Ketones, straight from the product label.

Brand Trusted Nutrients
Barcode (UPC) X000GOU6XR
Net contents 180 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 25, 2013
DSLD ID 26566
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Raspberry Ketones by Trusted Nutrients, 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
180
UPC/BARCODE
X000GOU6XR
IngredientAmount% DV
Raspberry Ketone500 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Capsule

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take one (1) capsule, two (2) times a day, 30 minutes before meals with an 8 oz. glass of water.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Warning: Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Storage

Storage: Store this product in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

General Statements

WEIGHT LOSS Supplements by: Trusted Nutrients

All Natural Antioxidants

100% Pure, All Natural Ingredients

Trused Nutrients Pure Rasp...le! Satisfaction Guaranteed! New

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

{Recycle} Please Recycle

{US Flag} Made In U.S.A

GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICE GMP CONSISTENT QUALITY

Formulation

Never Any Fillers, Binders or Artificial Ingredients.

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Raspberry Ketones by Trusted Nutrients label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Raspberry Ketones by Trusted Nutrients

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.

Raspberry Ketone

Interacts with
174 drugs
500 mg per serving

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

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Raspberry Ketones by Trusted Nutrients Drug Interactions

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174 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Raspberry Ketones 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
The maker

Brand information

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

Trusted Nutrients

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Phone Number
(866) 807-5066
Web Address
www.trustednutrients.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Raspberry Ketones by Trusted Nutrients: Common Questions

Does Raspberry Ketones by Trusted Nutrients interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Raspberry Ketones 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?
Raspberry Ketones 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.
What is raspberry ketone, and what is it supposed to do?
Raspberry ketone is a compound extracted from raspberries. It's been studied for weight loss and hair loss, but the evidence isn't strong enough to confirm it works for either condition.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. There isn't enough safety information during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any supplement in these situations.
What are the side effects I should watch for?
Raspberry ketone structurally resembles a stimulant, so stimulant-related side effects are possible. Case reports mention heart palpitations, rapid heartbeat, high blood pressure, and in rare cases, dangerous heart rhythms. Some people also reported sweating, diarrhea, and shakiness. Stop taking it and seek medical attention if you experience chest pain, palpitations, or unusual heart symptoms.
Will this interact with my blood thinner?
Yes. If you take warfarin (Coumadin), raspberry ketone may reduce how well it works, and you may need a higher dose to stay protected from clots. Your doctor needs to monitor this closely.
Is this safe to use long-term?
Human safety data for high doses of raspberry ketone supplements is very limited, especially over the long term. Discuss long-term use with your doctor or pharmacist.

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Sources & How We Checked

Raspberry Ketones'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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