Nattokinase and Vitamin K2: Should You Take Them Together?
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A plain-English guide to vitamin K2 with nattokinase and nattokinase with serrapeptase: what each combination contains, how they differ and who should be cautious.
Last reviewed: October 2026
Vitamin K2 with nattokinase is one of the most common combination formulas, and nattokinase with serrapeptase is another. Both turn up in the same searches, but they contain different ingredients and suit different shoppers. This guide explains what each combination is, how to compare products, and who should speak to a doctor first. It is general information, not medical advice. For the basics, see our Nattokinase Benefits, Dosage & Side Effects Guide.
Both ingredients are linked to natto, the Japanese food made from fermented soybeans. Nattokinase is an enzyme produced during natto fermentation, and menaquinone-7 (MK-7), a form of vitamin K2, is commonly sourced from natto as well. Some brands combine the two in one capsule or softgel for convenience, so you don't need to buy two supplements.
Human research on nattokinase is still developing, and neither ingredient should be considered a treatment for any medical condition.
Vitamin K2 comes in several forms. MK-7 (menaquinone-7) is the form most often used in supplements and is usually expressed in micrograms (mcg). Vitamin K is involved in how the body activates proteins related to blood clotting and bone, which is why K2 products are usually positioned around bone and cardiovascular wellness.
The two products below look similar but are built differently. One is nattokinase-led and one is K2-led, so compare the label amounts rather than the product name.
| Product | Vitamin K2 (MK-7) | Nattokinase | Format and size | Price (AUD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanson Vitamin K2 with Nattokinase | 50 mcg | 100 mg, 2,000 FU | Softgel, 30 count | $43.95 |
| Vitacost Vitamin K2 MK-7 with Nattokinase | 100 mcg | 16 mg, 320 FU | Softgel, 90 or 200 count | from $23.95 |
If nattokinase strength is your priority, the Swanson formula provides a full 2,000 FU. If vitamin K2 is your priority, the Vitacost formula has the higher K2 dose, with nattokinase as a smaller addition. Both softgels contain gelatine, so they are not suitable for vegetarians or vegans, and both involve soy-derived ingredients.
Serrapeptase is another proteolytic enzyme. Combination products pair it with nattokinase for shoppers who want both enzymes in one capsule. Two options in our range:
Compare the labelled activity of each enzyme, the capsule type and the serving size. Both products contain soy.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using either combination if any of these apply:
Many products combine them, and each product's label gives its own directions. If you take blood thinners or have a health condition, speak with your doctor or pharmacist before using either ingredient.
No. Nattokinase is an enzyme and vitamin K2 is a vitamin, though both are linked to natto. A product only contains K2 if it is listed on the label, as in the combination formulas above.
Both are proteolytic enzymes, but they come from different sources. Nattokinase comes from fermented soybeans (natto), while serrapeptase is produced by a bacterium. Some products combine the two.
A combination is simpler. Separate products let you choose each ingredient's amount. Compare labelled amounts either way, and see our nattokinase supplements collection for the full range.
Both K2 formulas above are available from Wallaby Wellness and ship Australia-wide. See our guide to where to buy nattokinase in Australia for other options.