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Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Futurebiotics

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

Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg is a dietary supplement by Futurebiotics 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 as MK-7 100 mcg by Futurebiotics

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 a single active ingredient: Vitamin K2 (as MK-7), 100 mcg per capsule. Vitamin K is a fat-soluble nutrient your body needs to make clotting proteins and support bone health.

The supplement also includes inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, modified cellulose, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide — which are fillers and binders that make the capsule.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Supports strong bones and cardiovascular health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Osteoporosis, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hemorrhagic disease, Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency (VKCFD), Warfarin anticoagulation, Bone density — and 2 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Vitamin K is rated "Effective" for Hemorrhagic disease (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Vitamin K is rated "Effective" for Warfarin anticoagulation, Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency (VKCFD).
  • Also on file: Vitamin K is rated "Possibly Effective" for Osteoporosis.

Vitamin K is effective for treating vitamin K deficiency states, including hypoprothrombinemia (low levels of clotting proteins) and vitamin K-dependent clotting factor deficiency, as well as for managing warfarin anticoagulation and hemorrhagic disease. For osteoporosis, the evidence is possibly effective — meaning there is some evidence it may help, but more research is needed.

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 K is generally well tolerated in most people. The most common side effects are mild gastrointestinal: nausea, stomach upset, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

These occur in a small number of users. The safety data notes that normal dietary amounts are fine, but you should check with your doctor before taking supplements, especially if you have any ongoing health conditions.

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 other blood thinner, do not start this supplement without checking with your doctor or pharmacist first — Vitamin K can reduce how well these drugs work and put you at risk for clots. Check your exact medications with the tool on this page before you begin.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Vitamin K2 is a straightforward supplement for people looking to support bone health or address a documented vitamin K deficiency — but if you take warfarin or other blood thinners, this is not for you without explicit approval from your doctor or pharmacist. Even if you don't take warfarin, a quick conversation with your pharmacist before starting is the safest move.

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 22, 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 Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg, straight from the product label.

Brand Futurebiotics
Barcode (UPC) 049479857203
Net contents 200 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2024
DSLD ID 320010
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg by Futurebiotics, 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
200
UPC/BARCODE
049479857203
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin K2100 mcg83%

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Modified Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Formula

Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100mcg per capsule

Formulation

Supports strong bones Healthy cardiovascular support

Free of gluten and soy Lab tested GMO free

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement for adults, take 1 capsule daily, preferably with a meal or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Warning: Do not take this product if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult a physician before taking this product if you have a medical condition or are taking medication, especially anticoagulant, and antiplatelet medications, have a bleeding disorder, or planning a medical procedure.

Discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional in case of adverse reaction.

Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

Seals/Symbols

Lab tested GMO free

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Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg by Futurebiotics label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg by Futurebiotics

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 container200 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: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Modified Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg by Futurebiotics 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 as MK-7 100 mcg 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 as MK-7 100 mcg, from the product label.

Futurebiotics

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Name
Futurebiotics
City
Hauppauge
State
NY
ZipCode
11788
Phone Number
(800) 367-5433
Web Address
www.futurebiotics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg by Futurebiotics: Common Questions

Does Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg by Futurebiotics interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg 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 as MK-7 100 mcg 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.
Can I take this if I'm on warfarin?
No, not without talking to your doctor first. Vitamin K directly opposes warfarin's blood-thinning effects, and even small changes in how much K2 you take can throw off your clot protection. Your doctor needs to manage this together with you.
What are the side effects?
When taken by mouth, Vitamin K is generally well tolerated. The most common side effects are mild stomach issues — nausea, upset stomach, belly pain, and diarrhea — in a small number of people.
Is it safe to take during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Yes — the safety data rate Vitamin K as likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. That said, any supplement choice during pregnancy or nursing is best made with your doctor or midwife.
Does this actually work for osteoporosis?
The evidence is possibly effective — meaning there is some research showing it may help, but we don't yet have enough proof to call it a strong treatment. Talk with your doctor about whether it fits your bone health plan.
Why is this MK-7 and not another form of K2?
MK-7 is one form of Vitamin K2 that your body can use. The product facts we have don't detail why this particular form was chosen, but your pharmacist can explain any differences if you're curious about other K2 products.

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The Full Monographs Behind Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg’s Ingredients

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Vitamin K2 as MK-7 100 mcg'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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