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Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

Softgel Capsule Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Major
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Major

Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for supporting normal blood clotting, bone health, heart and vascular health.Based on those ingredients, 2 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Vitamin K2. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) by BulkSupplements.com

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: vitamin K2 (as MK-7, a naturally occurring form). The inactive ingredients are soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, and purified water — they're there to make the softgel capsule and help your body absorb the vitamin K.

Does it work?

Strong 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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Vitamin K's overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports Vitamin K for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Hemorrhagic disease — rated "Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Hypoprothrombinemia — rated "Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Warfarin anticoagulation — rated "Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency (VKCFD) — rated "Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Osteoporosis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Vitamin K2 is effective for treating vitamin K deficiency itself and for managing certain bleeding disorders. It's also rated possibly effective for osteoporosis, though the evidence isn't conclusive yet.

If you're taking it for general bone health, the science is still coming in on whether it makes a real difference.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin K

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, vitamin K2 is generally well tolerated. The most common side effects are mild — nausea, diarrhea, and stomach upset — and most people don't experience them.

The facts note that normal dietary amounts are fine, but if you're considering a supplement, it's worth checking with your doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you have any health conditions or take medications.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin K

Meds to double-check

Major interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Major identified

At least one ingredient has a documented Major-severity interaction. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Vitamin K.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 2 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 warfarin (Coumadin) or any blood thinner, do not start this supplement without checking with your doctor first — vitamin K2 can reduce how well your medication works to prevent clots.

Check your own medication Run your meds through the checker above

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Vitamin K2 is a reasonable option if you're looking to support bone health or treat a vitamin K deficiency, and it's usually easy on your stomach. If you take warfarin or any other blood thinner, stop and talk to your pharmacist before you start — this supplement can interfere with how well those drugs work.

Otherwise, a quick chat with your healthcare provider is a smart move before you begin.

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 Jul 18, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7), straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Net contents 300 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 18, 2023
DSLD ID 294331
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) by BulkSupplements.com, 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(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
300
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin K2100 mcg83%

Other ingredients: Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Purified

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & Pure Bulk Supplements

Formulation

Free of: Dairy, yeast, gluten, added sugars

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 softgel once daily with food, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool, dark place.

Precautions

Allergen information: Soy

Keep out of reach of children.

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container300 Amounts shown are per serving.

Vitamin K2

Interacts with
2 drugs
100 mcg per serving Form: Menaquinone-7

Vitamin K is an essential nutrient your body needs for normal blood clotting and to support healthy bones. Most people get enough from food, but suppl...

Vitamin K2 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Purified. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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2Drugs
2 Major

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) 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.

Vitamin K21 drug type · 2 drugs

Warfarin (Coumadin)

Vitamin K can antagonize and reverse the therapeutic effects of warfarin.
Vitamin K antagonizes the effects of warfarin. Excessive vitamin K intake, either from supplements or from changes in the diet, can reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin.

Likelihood Likely Evidence C
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7), from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
bulksupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) has a known interaction with 2 medications, including 2 rated major. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7) 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.
Will this cause stomach upset?
Nausea, diarrhea, and stomach upset are the most common side effects when taken by mouth, but many people don't experience them at all. If your stomach is sensitive, take it with food or start with a lower dose and see how you feel.
Is this safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Vitamin K2 is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation. If you're pregnant or nursing and thinking about taking this, it's a good idea to mention it to your doctor or midwife for personalized advice.
What is MK-7 and why does it matter?
MK-7 is a natural form of vitamin K2 that your body can use effectively. It's one of the most bioavailable (easy to absorb) forms available in supplements.
Can this help my bones?
Vitamin K2 is possibly effective for osteoporosis based on the evidence we have, but the science isn't conclusive yet. It may play a role in bone health, but it's not a proven cure.
What's in the capsule besides the vitamin K?
The capsule contains soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, and purified water — those are all standard inactive ingredients that help deliver the vitamin K to your body.

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The Full Monographs Behind Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7)’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Vitamin K2 1% (MK-7)'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 11 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.

Vitamin K 11 references
  1. McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
  2. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
  3. Crowther MA, Ageno W, Garcia D, et al. Oral vitamin K versus placebo to correct excessive anticoagulation in patients receiving warfarin: a randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2009;150(5):293-300. PubMed
  4. Dietary vitamin K guidance: an effective strategy for stable control of oral anticoagulation? Nutr Rev. 2010;68(3):178-81. PubMed
  5. Kim JS, Nafziger AN, Gaedigk A, et al. Effects of oral vitamin K on S- and R-warfarin pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics: enhanced safety of warfarin as a CYP2C9 probe. J Clin Pharmacol. 2001 Jul;41(7):715-22. PubMed
  6. Riegert-Johnson, D. L. and Volcheck, G. W. The incidence of anaphylaxis following intravenous phytonadione (vitamin K1): a 5-year retrospective review. Ann.Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2002;89(4):400-406. PubMed
  7. Dezee, K. J., Shimeall, W. T., Douglas, K. M., Shumway, N. M., and O'malley, P. G. Treatment of excessive anticoagulation with phytonadione (vitamin K): a meta-analysis. Arch.Intern.Med. 2-27-2006;166(4):391-397. DOI
  8. Dentali, F., Ageno, W., and Crowther, M. Treatment of coumarin-associated coagulopathy: a systematic review and proposed treatment algorithms. J.Thromb.Haemost. 2006;4(9):1853-1863. PubMed
  9. Caluwé R, Vandecasteele S, Van Vlem B, Vermeer C, De Vriese AS. Vitamin K2 supplementation in haemodialysis patients: a randomized dose-finding study. Nephrol Dial Transplant. 2014;29(7):1385-90.
  10. Huang ZB, Wan SL, Lu YJ, Ning L, Liu C, Fan SW. Does vitamin K2 play a role in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis for postmenopausal women: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Osteoporos Int. 2015;26(3):1175-86. PubMed
  11. Hunnali CR, Devi U, Kitchanan S, Sethuraman G. Three Different Regimens for Vitamin K Birth Prophylaxis in Infants Born Preterm: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Pediatr 2023;255:98-104. PubMed

See these in context on the Vitamin K monograph →

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