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Tocotrienols Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pure Encapsulations

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Capsule Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Tocotrienols 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: Minor

Tocotrienols is a dietary supplement by Pure Encapsulations with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart and cholesterol support, antioxidant support, liver health (fatty liver).Based on those ingredients, 122 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Mixed Tocotrienols/Tocopherols. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Tocotrienols by Pure Encapsulations

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: a mixture of tocotrienols and tocopherols—both forms of vitamin E. Tocotrienols are a less common type of vitamin E found in certain plant oils and grains, and this supplement combines them with tocopherols, the more familiar form.

The capsule itself is made from gelatin, an inactive ingredient that holds the vitamin E.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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
Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Cardiovascular and antioxidant support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Hypercholesterolemia, Stroke, Aging, Metabolic syndrome, Diabetes, Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes) — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Tocotrienols is rated "Possibly Effective" for Diabetes (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Tocotrienols is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Hypercholesterolemia.
  • Also on file: Tocotrienols is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), Stroke, Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes), Metabolic syndrome, and more.

The evidence for tocotrienols is mixed. For blood sugar control (diabetes), the data suggests it may be effective—though we'd call that "possibly effective" since more research would strengthen the claim.

For high cholesterol, the available evidence points toward it being possibly ineffective. For hair loss (alopecia areata) and breast cancer, we simply don't have enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Tocotrienols

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.

Taken by mouth, tocotrienols appear to be well tolerated, and no adverse effects have been reported in clinical trials. However, long-term safety at supplement doses hasn't been fully established, so use with awareness of that gap.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding are where caution matters. There isn't enough safety information to recommend supplemental tocotrienols during pregnancy, so it's best to avoid it unless your doctor advises otherwise.

Breastfeeding safety is also unclear—again, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Tocotrienols

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Tocotrienols.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 122 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.

If you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs—including warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel, and similar medications—double-check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product. The interaction is Minor in severity and hasn't been reported in people, but it's worth confirming your specific situation.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Tocotrienols is a single-ingredient vitamin E supplement that may help with blood sugar control but likely won't help with high cholesterol. The main caution is a Minor interaction risk with blood thinners—if you take any, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

It's generally well tolerated when taken by mouth, but avoid it in pregnancy without medical guidance, and clarify safety with your healthcare provider if you're breastfeeding.

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 Jan 7, 2019.

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 Tocotrienols, straight from the product label.

Brand Pure Encapsulations
Barcode (UPC) 766298002866
Net contents 60 Softgel Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 7, 2019
DSLD ID 185259
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Tocotrienols by Pure Encapsulations, 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 Softgel Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
766298002866
IngredientAmount% DV
Mixed Tocotrienols/Tocopherols60 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin Capsule

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Label statements
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Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendations: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, with meals.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Use only if safety seal is intact.

General Statements

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Contents may not fill package in order to accommodate required labeling. Please rely on stated quantity.

Cardiovascular and antioxidant support

Contents may appear cloudy.

Formulation

Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic

Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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.

General

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Tocotrienols by Pure Encapsulations label

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Tocotrienols label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Tocotrienols by Pure Encapsulations

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

Serving size1 Softgel Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Mixed Tocotrienols/Tocopherols

Interacts with
122 drugs
60 mg per serving Form: Rice bran oil

Tocotrienols are a less common form of vitamin E with strong antioxidant activity studied mostly for cholesterol, liver, and heart health. Early resea...

Mixed Tocotrienols/Tocopherols monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Tocotrienols by Pure Encapsulations Drug Interactions

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122Drugs
122 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Mixed Tocotrienols/Tocopherols 122

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Tocotrienols interact with 122 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Tocotrienols interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Mixed Tocotrienols/Tocopherols

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Tocotrienols 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.

Mixed Tocotrienols/Tocopherols1 drug type · 122 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Concomitant use of tocotrienols with anticoagulant or antiplatelet agents might increase the risk of bleeding. However, this has not been reported in humans.
Taking tocotrienols orally inhibits experimentally-induced platelet aggregation in humans. Theoretically tocotrienols might increase the risk of bleeding if taken with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs. However, tocotrienols 400-800 mg daily have been used with aspirin and/or clopidogrel for 1 year with no clear cumulative antiplatelet effects and no reports of bleeding.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence B
Mixed Tocotrienols/Tocopherols full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Tocotrienols, from the product label.

Pure Encapsulations

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Name
Pure Encapsulations
Street Address
490 Boston Post Road
City
Sudbury
State
MA
Phone Number
1-800-753-2277
Web Address
www.PureEncapsulations.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Tocotrienols by Pure Encapsulations: Common Questions

Does Tocotrienols by Pure Encapsulations interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Tocotrienols has a known interaction with 122 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Tocotrienols 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.
Is this safe to take while I'm pregnant?
There isn't enough safety data to recommend tocotrienols during pregnancy, so it's best to avoid supplemental doses unless your doctor advises you to take it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for your situation.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Safety information for breastfeeding is limited. Before taking it, discuss with your doctor or pharmacist, since they know your individual health picture best.
Does it actually help with high cholesterol?
The evidence suggests tocotrienols are possibly ineffective for high cholesterol, so it's not the best choice if lowering cholesterol is your goal.
What are tocotrienols, and how are they different from regular vitamin E?
Tocotrienols are one form of vitamin E found in plant oils and grains; tocopherols are the more common form. This product contains both. Tocotrienols are less studied but researched for a few specific health uses.
Did any side effects show up in the studies?
No adverse effects were reported in clinical trials when tocotrienols were taken by mouth. They appear to be well tolerated overall, though long-term safety at supplement doses hasn't been fully established.

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The Full Monographs Behind Tocotrienols’s Ingredients

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

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Tocotrienols

Interacts with 122 drugs

Tocotrienols are a less common form of vitamin E with strong antioxidant activity studied mostly for cholesterol, liver, and heart health. Early research is interesting but far from conclusi...

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Sources & How We Checked

Tocotrienols'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.

Tocotrienols 4 references
  1. Mensink RP, van Houwelingen AC, Kromhout D, Hornstra G. A vitamin E concentrate rich in tocotrienols had no effect on serum lipids, lipoproteins, or platelet function in men with mildly elevated serum lipid concentrations. Am J Clin Nutr 1999;69:213-9. PubMed
  2. Baumann LS, Spencer JS. The effects of topical vitamin E on the cosmetic appearance of scars. Dermatol Surg 1999;25:311-5. PubMed
  3. Khoo TL, Halim AS, Zakaria Z, Mat Saad AZ, Wu LY, Lau HY. A prospective, randomised, double-blinded trial to study the efficacy of topical tocotrienol in the prevention of hypertrophic scars. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2011 Jun;64(6):e137-45. Epub 201 PubMed
  4. Slivka A, Rink C, Paoletto D, Sen CK. Platelet function in stroke/transient ischemic attack patients treated with tocotrienol. FASEB J. 2020;34(9):11838-11843. PubMed

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