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Sure Stevia Organic Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by KAL

Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Sure Stevia Organic Extract is a dietary supplement by KAL with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for sugar substitute / sweetener, blood sugar support in diabetes, weight management.Based on those ingredients, 259 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Stevia Leaf Extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Sure Stevia Organic Extract by KAL

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.

Sure Stevia Organic Extract contains one active ingredient: stevia leaf extract. This is a concentrated form of the compound extracted from stevia leaves, used as a sweetening agent.

The product contains no inactive ingredients or fillers — it's the extract on its own.

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 Stevia's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: zero-calorie sweetener.
  • We looked for evidence on: Diabetes, Obesity, Weight management, Blood sugar control.
  • The closest evidence on file: Stevia is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Diabetes (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Stevia is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Obesity.

The evidence for stevia to help with diabetes, high blood pressure, or weight loss is insufficient. We hold data showing that a single 1,000 mg dose of stevia extract reduced blood sugar levels after meals in some people with type 2 diabetes, and that stevia extract and its compounds might lower blood pressure in some patients.

However, other research contradicts those findings, and there isn't enough reliable evidence overall to say whether it works for any of these conditions.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Stevia

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.

Stevia leaf extract appears to be well tolerated by most people. A small number of trial participants experienced minor side effects — mainly stomach bloating, dizziness, headache, muscle pain, nausea, and numbness — but most of these resolved after the first week of use.

Allergic reactions are rare but possible. The safety data we hold notes that purified stevia in food amounts is generally recognized as safe, but whole-leaf stevia or high-dose supplement forms have not been well studied, so we'd recommend caution if you're taking larger doses.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Stevia

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 — Stevia.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications; lithium.
  • For scale: 259 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 your exact medications with the tool on this page, especially if you take lithium, blood pressure-lowering drugs, or diabetes medications. Lithium carries the most serious risk — stevia might increase its levels in your blood.

Blood pressure and diabetes drugs also interact, though at lower severity.

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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.

Stevia leaf extract is generally well tolerated, but if you take lithium, blood pressure medications, or diabetes medications, you'll want to check with your pharmacist first. The evidence for it to improve blood sugar control or blood pressure isn't strong enough yet.

Talk to your pharmacist before you start, especially if you're on any regular medications.

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 Dec 21, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Sure Stevia Organic Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand KAL
Barcode (UPC) 021245859925
Net contents 1.3 Ounce(s); 40 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 21, 2024
DSLD ID 322935
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Sure Stevia Organic Extract by KAL, 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:
55 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
55 mg
Servings per container
690
UPC/BARCODE
021245859925
IngredientAmount% DV
Stevia Leaf Extract55 mg--

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

Trust KAL Quality Since 1932

General Statements

Great taste

Also available in liquid form.

Formulation

Zero-calorie sweetener

Non GMO Gluten Free

USDA Organic

Discussion: Outstanding flavor with no bitter aftertaste and no calories.

Discussion: Outstanding flavor with no bitter aftertaste and no calories.

Certified Organic by CCOF.

Vegan

Storage

Scoop included

Store in a cool, dry place.

Packaged by weight, not volume. Some settling of contents may occur.

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

Vegan

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Precautions

Warning: Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing. Keep your licensed health care practitioner informed when using this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Use daily by adding to your favorite food or beverage. Use only as directed.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

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Sure Stevia Organic Extract by KAL label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Sure Stevia Organic Extract by KAL

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

Serving size55 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container690 Amounts shown are per serving.

Stevia Leaf Extract

Interacts with
259 drugs
55 mg per serving

Stevia is a plant-based, calorie-free sweetener that is widely used as a sugar alternative and is considered safe in normal food amounts by major regu...

Stevia Leaf Extract monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Sure Stevia Organic Extract by KAL Drug Interactions

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259Drugs
1 Moderate 258 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Sure Stevia Organic Extract 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.

Stevia Leaf Extract3 drug types · 259 drugs

Lithium

Theoretically, stevia might decrease clearance and increase levels of lithium.
Animal research suggests that stevia extracts might have diuretic activity. Theoretically, increased reabsorption of lithium along with sodium might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, stevia might increase the risk for hypoglycemia when combined with antidiabetes drugs.
Preliminary clinical research in patients with type 2 diabetes suggests that taking a single dose of stevia extract 1000 mg reduces postprandial blood glucose levels when taken with a meal. However, other clinical research in patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes suggests that taking stevioside 250 mg three times daily does not significantly affect blood glucose levels or glycated hemoglobin (HbA1C) after three months of treatment.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, combining stevia or stevia constituents with antihypertensive agents might increase the risk of hypotension.
Stevia extract and stevioside might lower blood pressure in patients with hypertension. However, other clinical research suggests that stevioside does not significantly lower blood pressure in patients with hypertension.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Sure Stevia Organic Extract, from the product label.

KAL

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Name
Nutraceutical Corp.
Web Address
www.nutraceutical.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Sure Stevia Organic Extract by KAL: Common Questions

Does Sure Stevia Organic Extract by KAL interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Sure Stevia Organic Extract has a known interaction with 259 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Sure Stevia Organic Extract 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 stevia leaf extract, and what is it used for?
Stevia leaf extract is a concentrated sweetener made from stevia leaves. People use it as a sugar substitute, and some take it hoping it might help with blood sugar control or blood pressure — though we don't have strong evidence yet that it does either.
Will stevia make my blood sugar drop too much if I'm on diabetes medication?
Theoretically, yes — stevia might increase the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) when taken with diabetes drugs. However, the research is mixed on whether stevia actually lowers blood sugar in people. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before combining them.
What side effects might I experience?
Most common ones are mild: bloating, dizziness, headache, muscle pain, nausea, and numbness. Most of these seem to go away after the first week. Allergic reactions are rare but can happen.
Is stevia safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on file for stevia leaf extract during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing.
Is this product a pure stevia extract with no other ingredients?
Yes — this product contains only stevia leaf extract with no inactive ingredients, fillers, or binders.

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The Full Monographs Behind Sure Stevia Organic Extract’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Sure Stevia Organic Extract'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 10 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.

Stevia 10 references
  1. Chan P, Xu DY, Liu JC, et al. The effect of stevioside on blood pressure and plasma catecholamines in spontaneously hypertensive rats. Life Sci 1998;63:1679-84. PubMed
  2. Melis MS. A crude extract of Stevia rebaudiana increases the renal plasma flow of normal and hypertensive rats. Braz J Med Biol Res 1996;29:669-75.
  3. Melis MS. Chronic administration of aqueous extract of Stevia rebaudiana in rats: renal effects. J Ethnopharmacol 1995;47:129-34. PubMed
  4. Melis MS, Sainati AR. Effect of calcium and verapamil on renal function of rats during treatment with stevioside. J Ethnopharmacol 1991;33:257-622. PubMed
  5. Hsieh MH, Chan P, Sue YM, et al. Efficacy and tolerability of oral stevioside in patients with mild essential hypertension: a two-year, randomized, placebo-controlled study. Clin Ther 2003;25:2797-808. PubMed
  6. Chan P, Tomlinson B, Chen YJ, et al. A double-blind placebo-controlled study of the effectiveness and tolerability of oral stevioside in human hypertension. Br J Clin Pharmacol 2000;50:215-20. PubMed
  7. Gregersen S, Jeppesen PB, Holst JJ, Hermansen K. Antihyperglycemic effects of stevioside in type 2 diabetic subjects. Metabolism 2004;53:73-6. PubMed
  8. Barriocanal LA, Palacios M, Benitez G, et al. Apparent lack of pharmacological effect of steviol glycosides used as sweeteners in humans. A pilot study of repeated exposures in some normotensive and hypotensive individuals and in Type 1 and Type 2 diabeti
  9. Ferri LA, Alves-Do-Prado W, Yamada SS, et al. Investigation of the antihypertensive effect of oral crude stevioside in patients with mild essential hypertension. Phytother Res 2006;20:732-6. PubMed
  10. Almiron-Roig E, Navas-Carretero S, Castelnuovo G, et al. Impact of acute consumption of beverages containing plant-based or alternative sweetener blends on postprandial appetite, food intake, metabolism, and gastro-intestinal symptoms: Results of the SWEE

See these in context on the Stevia monograph →

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