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Vitamin K2 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Higher Nature

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Tablet Or Pill Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Major
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Vitamin K2 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: 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.

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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 role in blood clotting and bone health. The tablet also contains several inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose (a binder), Lithothamnion calcarea (a mineral source), a zein protein coating, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide — that help form and stabilize 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: For bones and circulation.
  • We looked for evidence on: Osteoporosis, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Stroke, Hemorrhagic disease, Hypoprothrombinemia, Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency (VKCFD) — and 3 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, Vitamin K-dependent clotting factors deficiency (VKCFD).
  • Also on file: Vitamin K is rated "Possibly Effective" for Osteoporosis.

Vitamin K2 is effective for treating vitamin K deficiency, vitamin K-dependent clotting factor deficiency, and hemorrhagic disease (a bleeding disorder). It's also effective for managing warfarin anticoagulation when prescribed by your doctor as part of that therapy.

For osteoporosis, the evidence suggests it may help, though more research is needed to be certain.

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 healthy people at normal dietary amounts and most supplement doses. The most common side effects are mild gastrointestinal ones — nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset, or abdominal pain — though not everyone experiences them.

The safety data advises that you check with your doctor before taking a supplement, especially if you have any medical conditions or take medications. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, vitamin K2 is rated likely safe.

There is no safety data on file for this specific form in those situations, so talk with your doctor or midwife if you're pregnant or nursing and considering this supplement.

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 (anticoagulant), check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting this product. Vitamin K can reduce how well these medications prevent clots.

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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 useful if your doctor has identified a vitamin K deficiency or bleeding disorder and prescribed it. If you take warfarin or another blood thinner, do not add this supplement without your doctor's approval — it can interfere with how well those drugs work.

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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.

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Vitamin K2 by Higher Nature label

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Vitamin K2 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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Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Vitamin K2 interact with 2 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Vitamin K2 interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Vitamin K2

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
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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 this if I'm on warfarin?
No, not without your doctor's okay. Vitamin K directly interferes with warfarin's ability to thin your blood. Talk to your doctor before you start — they may need to monitor you closely or adjust your dose if you do take it together.
What are the side effects?
Most people tolerate it well. The most common ones are mild stomach issues — nausea, diarrhea, or abdominal pain. Serious side effects are very rare when taken by mouth.
Is it safe during pregnancy?
The data rates it likely safe in pregnancy. That said, any supplement in pregnancy is a conversation for your doctor or midwife — they know your full picture and can advise what's right for you.
What does vitamin K2 do?
It helps your blood clot properly and may support bone health. Your body needs it to produce clotting factors and to activate certain proteins in your bones and blood vessels.
Do I need to worry about the inactive ingredients?
The tablet contains standard binders and coatings like cellulose and magnesium stearate. These are inert fillers used in most tablets and generally cause no problems unless you have a specific allergy to one of them.

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The Full Monographs Behind Vitamin K2’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Vitamin K

Interacts with 2 drugs

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 supplements are sometimes used for deficiency...

Read the full Vitamin K monograph →
Sources

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.

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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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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