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Dietary supplement

Vitamin K2 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Higher Nature

Tablet Or Pill Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Major
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Major

Vitamin K2 is a dietary supplement by Higher Nature 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 by Higher Nature

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, a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a key role in blood clotting and bone health. It also includes several inactive ingredients—natural Lithothamnion calcarea (a mineral source), microcrystalline cellulose, zein protein coating, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide—which help form and protect the tablet.

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: bones and circulation health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hemorrhagic disease, Hypoprothrombinemia, Osteoporosis, Stroke, Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency (VKCFD) — and 4 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 Hypoprothrombinemia, Warfarin anticoagulation, Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency (VKCFD).
  • Also on file: Vitamin K is rated "Possibly Effective" for Osteoporosis.

Vitamin K2 is rated Effective for treating clotting disorders like hypoprothrombinemia (low blood-clotting factors), vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency, and hemorrhagic disease (excessive bleeding). It's also rated Effective for managing warfarin anticoagulation when medically supervised.

For bone health, the evidence is Possibly Effective for osteoporosis—there's promise, but more research is needed to confirm its role in slowing bone loss or improving bone density.

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. The most common side effects are mild: nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset, and abdominal pain.

These tend to be mild to moderate and infrequent. The safety notes advise that dietary amounts of vitamin K are fine, but if you're considering supplements, talk with your doctor first—especially if you have any underlying health conditions.

During pregnancy and lactation, vitamin K2 is rated Likely Safe, though individual circumstances vary and it's worth discussing with your healthcare provider.

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.

Before you take this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on warfarin (Coumadin) or any other blood thinner—vitamin K2 can reduce how well these medications work and that's a serious concern. No other medication interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we hold information on.

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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 makes sense for people with clotting disorders or those whose doctors have specifically prescribed it. If you take warfarin or any other blood thinner, you must check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product.

Side effects are typically mild and digestive in nature. Speak with your own healthcare provider about whether this supplement is right for your situation.

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 Jun 23, 2021.

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, straight from the product label.

Brand Higher Nature
Barcode (UPC) 5031013105715
Net contents 30 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 23, 2021
DSLD ID 245922
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Vitamin K2 by Higher Nature, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
5031013105715
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin K245 mcg60%

Other ingredients: natural Lithothamnion calcarea, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vitamin K, Zein Protein Coating, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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General Statements

NRV = Nutrient Reference Value

Body Health

One month's supply

This product has not been tested on animals.

Formulation

Free From: Artificial colours, flavourings or preservatives, dairy products, gluten, lactose, soya, sugar, wheat, yeast

Vegetarian and vegan

For bones & circulation Advanced formula Optimal benefit

Precautions

Warning: Not advisable if taking blood thinning medication.

Do not exceed recommended daily intake. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.

Formula

MenaQ7 Vitamin K2 as MK-7

Vitamin K contributes to the maintenance of normal bones Vitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting MenaQ7 is naturally sourced from chickpeas

FDA Statement of Identity

Food Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Adults and children 4 and over take 1 tablet a day with a meal. Do not exceed recommended daily intake.

Storage

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.

See for yourself

Vitamin K2 by Higher Nature label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Vitamin K2 by Higher Nature

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Vitamin K2

Interacts with
2 drugs
45 mcg per serving Form: MenaQ7

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: Natural Lithothamnion calcarea, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vitamin K, Zein Protein Coating, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Vitamin K2 by Higher Nature 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 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, from the product label.

Higher Nature

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Name
Higher Nature Ltd
Street Address
10 Discovery Way
City
Horam, East Sussex
ZipCode
TN21 0GE
Web Address
highernature.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Vitamin K2 by Higher Nature: Common Questions

Does Vitamin K2 by Higher Nature interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Vitamin K2 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 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 vitamin K2 if I'm on warfarin?
No—not without your doctor's approval first. Vitamin K2 can weaken warfarin's blood-thinning effect, which defeats the purpose of taking it. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist; they may need to adjust your warfarin dose or monitor you closely if you do take this supplement together.
What are the most common side effects?
Nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset, and abdominal pain are the ones we see reported most—and they're usually mild to moderate. Most people tolerate oral vitamin K well.
Is vitamin K2 safe during pregnancy?
Vitamin K2 is rated Likely Safe during pregnancy and lactation. That said, every pregnancy is individual, so it's worth confirming with your own doctor or midwife before you start.
How many active ingredients does this have?
Just one: vitamin K2. The rest are inactive ingredients that help make the tablet stable and easy to swallow.
Does it actually work for osteoporosis?
The evidence is Possibly Effective—meaning there's promise, but we don't yet have enough solid research to say for certain. If bone health is your main goal, talk with your doctor about whether this is the right choice for you.
What does vitamin K2 actually do in my body?
It's essential for blood clotting—your body needs it to make the proteins that stop bleeding. It may also play a role in bone health, though that's still being studied.

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Sources & How We Checked

Vitamin K2'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.

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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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