Albion Selenium 200 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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First and foremost: checking Albion Selenium 200 mcg 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.
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Albion Selenium 200 mcg is a dietary supplement by Vitamin World with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for thyroid health support, antioxidant support, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 321 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Albion(R) Selenium. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Albion Selenium 200 mcg by Vitamin World
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: Albion Selenium, 200 micrograms per capsule. Selenium is a mineral your body needs in small amounts for thyroid function, antioxidant defense, and immune support.
The capsule also holds inactive ingredients — dicalcium phosphate, vegetable cellulose, and gelatin — which are fillers and binders.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Selenium is likely effective for preventing selenium deficiency itself. For other uses — Kashin-Beck disease (a joint condition), pre-eclampsia in pregnancy, and autoimmune thyroiditis — the evidence suggests it may help, though it's not definitive.
For high cholesterol (dyslipidemia), the evidence points toward it being ineffective. Talk with your doctor about whether selenium supplementation fits your particular health goal.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
At the 200 mcg dose in this product, selenium is generally well tolerated — most people taking it at recommended levels don't have problems. The common side effects are mild: some stomach discomfort, headache, or rash.
The real caution is exceeding the upper safe limit of 400 mcg daily. High doses over time can cause hair loss, nail changes, fatigue, nausea, and in rare cases serious liver or kidney damage.
Chronic high-dose selenium has also been linked to nerve damage and a possible increased risk of ALS. Skin cancer risk may also go up with long-term supplementation.
Keep doses low and talk to your doctor before taking selenium long-term.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this, check your medications against these types: blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs (Moderate severity — bleeding risk), warfarin specifically (Moderate), immune-suppressing drugs (Moderate), barbiturates (Moderate), niacin, and oral contraceptives (both Minor). Use the checker below with your exact drug names.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Selenium at 200 mcg is appropriate for people with a documented deficiency or those whose doctor has recommended it for thyroid or immune support. If you take blood thinners, barbiturates, immunosuppressants, or warfarin, check with your pharmacist first — this supplement can shift how those drugs work.
Stay within the 400 mcg daily limit and don't use high-dose selenium without medical guidance.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 25, 2013.
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
General information
Key facts about Albion Selenium 200 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Vitamin World |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 766443514480 |
| Net contents | 60 Rapid Release Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 25, 2013 |
| DSLD ID | 20943 |
| Product type | Mineral |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Qualified Health, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Albion Selenium 200 mcg by Vitamin World, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Albion(R) Selenium | 200 mcg | 268% |
Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Vegetable Cellulose, Gelatin, Contains <2% of
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General Statements
This product has been developed, manufactured and packaged by Vitamin World. Our world-class facilities allow us to control exactly what goes into each product. It is your assurance that you are getting the highest quality and freshest products. You have our guarantee!
May Reduce the Risk of Certain Forms of Cancer (see side panel)
Selenium is a potent antioxidant that helps to fight cell-damaging free radicals in the body.* Selenium also supports a healthy immune system.* Some scientific evidence suggests that consumption of selenium may reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer. However, the FDA has determined that this evidence is limited and not conclusive.
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Get healthy.
Formulation
No Artificial Color, Flavor or Sweetener, No Preservatives, No Sugar, No Starch, No Milk, No Lactose, No Soy, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish. Sodium Free.
Precautions
WARNING: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women.
If you are taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
Brand IP Statement(s)
(C)2012 Vitamin World, Inc.
Albion(R) is a registered trademark of Albion Laboratories, Inc.
General
PROD. #51448 B51448 00A
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: For adults, take one (1) capsule daily, preferably with a meal.
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.
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Albion Selenium 200 mcg by Vitamin World label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Albion Selenium 200 mcg by Vitamin World
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Albion(R) Selenium
Interacts with321 drugs
Selenium is an essential trace mineral your body needs in small amounts for thyroid function, antioxidant defense, and immune health. Most people who...
Albion(R) Selenium monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Vegetable Cellulose, Gelatin, Contains <2% of. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Albion Selenium 200 mcg by Vitamin World Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Albion Selenium 200 mcg from Vitamin World does interact with several medication types.
The most serious concern is with blood thinners (anticoagulants) and antiplatelet drugs — selenium may increase bleeding risk by boosting a compound called prostacyclin, which interferes with how platelets work. This includes warfarin (Coumadin), where selenium might strengthen warfarin's effects unpredictably by displacing it from binding sites or slowing its breakdown.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Moderate interactions also exist with immune-suppressing drugs (selenium may counteract their effects), barbiturates (older sedatives — selenium might prolong drowsiness), and niacin used for cholesterol (selenium may reduce niacin's benefit to good cholesterol levels). Birth control pills carry a minor interaction; they may raise your selenium levels, though we don't yet know if this matters clinically.
Altogether, these interactions span 317 individual medications. Use the medication checker on this page to look up your exact drugs before starting.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Albion Selenium 200 mcg interact with 321 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Albion Selenium 200 mcg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Albion(R) Selenium
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Abrocitinib interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Alemtuzumab interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAminophylline, Amobarbital, EphedrineAmesec
How Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interactionAmobarbitalAmytal
How Amobarbital interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Amobarbital interactionAmobarbital, Ephedrine SulfateEphedrine & Amytal
How Amobarbital, Ephedrine Sulfate interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Amobarbital, Ephedrine Sulfate interactionAmobarbital, SecobarbitalTuinal
How Amobarbital, Secobarbital interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Amobarbital, Secobarbital interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Anagrelide interactionAnifrolumab-fniaSaphnelo
How Anifrolumab-fnia interacts with Albion Selenium 200 mcg — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Albion(r) SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Albion(r) Selenium + Anifrolumab-fnia interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Albion Selenium 200 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.
Albion(R) Selenium
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Clinical research suggests that taking selenium 10 mcg/kg/day can increase bleeding times by increasing prostacyclin production, which inhibits platelet activity. Other clinical research suggests that taking selenium 75 mcg daily, in combination with ascorbic acid 600 mg, alpha-tocopherol 300 mg, and beta-carotene 27 mg, reduces platelet aggregation.
Barbiturates
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Laboratory research suggests that selenium can inhibit the hepatic metabolism of barbiturates. Selenium seems to prolong the sedative effect of pentobarbital in animal models.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
In vitro research and preliminary clinical evidence suggests that selenium may stimulate the immune system.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, selenium might interfere with warfarin activity.
Animal research suggests that selenium can increase warfarin activity. Selenium might interact with warfarin by displacing it from albumin binding sites, reducing its metabolism in the liver, or by decreasing production of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors. Selenium can also prolong bleeding times in humans by increasing prostacyclin production, which inhibits platelet activity.
Contraceptive Drugs
Contraceptive drugs might increase levels of selenium, although the clinical significance of this effect is unclear.
Some research suggests that oral contraceptives increase serum selenium levels in women taking oral contraceptives; however, other research shows no change in selenium levels. It is suggested that an increase could be due to increased carrier proteins, indicating a redistribution of selenium rather than a change in total body selenium.
Niacin
Selenium might reduce the beneficial effects of niacin on high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.
A combination of niacin and simvastatin (Zocor) effectively raises HDL cholesterol levels in patients with coronary disease and low HDL levels. Clinical research shows that taking a combination of antioxidants (vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, and selenium) along with niacin and simvastatin (Zocor) attenuates this rise in HDL, specifically the HDL-2 and apolipoprotein A1 fractions, by more than 50% in patients with coronary disease. It is not known whether this adverse effect is due to a single antioxidant such as selenium, or to the combination. It also is not known whether it will occur in other patient populations.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Albion Selenium 200 mcg, from the product label.
Vitamin World
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- Vitamin World, Inc.
- City
- Ronkonkoma
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11779
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The Full Monographs Behind Albion Selenium 200 mcg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Albion Selenium 200 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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 36 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.
Selenium 36 references
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Selenium, and Carotenoids. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://www.nap.edu/books/0309069351/html/.
- Brown BG, Zhao XQ, Chait A, et al. Simvastatin and niacin, antioxidant vitamins, or the combination for the prevention of coronary disease. N Engl J Med 2001;345:1583-93. DOI
- Trafikowska U, Zachara BA, Wiacek M, et al. Selenium supply and glutathione peroxidase activity in breastfed Polish infants. Acta Paediatr 1996;85:1143-5. PubMed
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- Cheung MC, Zhao XQ, Chait A, et al. Antioxidant supplements block the response of HDL to simvastatin-niacin therapy in patients with coronary artery disease and low HDL. Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol 2001;21:1320-6. PubMed
- Schiavon R, Freeman GE, Guidi GC, et al. Selenium enhances prostacyclin production by cultured endothelial cells: possible explanation for increased bleeding times in volunteers taking selenium as a dietary supplement. Thromb Res 1984;34:389-96. PubMed
- Davila JC, Edds GT, Osuna O, Simpson CF. Modification of the effects of aflatoxin B1 and warfarin in young pigs given selenium. Am J Vet Res 1983;44:1877-83. DOI
- Heese HD, Lawrence MA, Dempster WS, Pocock F. Reference concentrations of serum selenium and manganese in healthy nulliparas. S Afr Med J 1988;73:163-5.
- Lloyd B, Lloyd RS, Clayton BE. Effect of smoking, alcohol and other factors on the selenium status of a healthy population. J Epidemiol Commun Health 1983;37:213-7. PubMed
- Capel ID, Jenner M, Williams DC, et al. The effect of prolonged oral contraceptive steroid use on erythrocyte glutathione peroxidase activity. J Steroid Biochem 1981;14:729-32. PubMed
- Contempre B, Dumont JE, Ngo B, et al. Effect of selenium supplementation in hypothyroid subjects of an iodine and selenium deficient area: the possible danger of indiscriminate supplementation of iodine-deficient subjects with selenium. J Clin Endocrinol PubMed
- Hofbauer LC, Spitzweg C, Magerstadt RA, Heufelder AE. Selenium-induced thyroid dysfunction. Postgrad Med J 1997;73:103-4. PubMed
- Debski B, Milner JA. Dietary selenium supplementation prolongs pentobarbital induced hypnosis. J Nutr Biochem 2004;15:548-53. PubMed
- Ishikawa M, Sasaki M, Koiwai K, et al. Inhibition of hepatic mixed-function oxidase enzymes in mice by acute and chronic treatment with selenium. J Pharmacobiodyn 1992;15:377-85. PubMed
- Lippmann SM, Klein EA, Goodman PJ, et al. Effect of selenium and vitamin E on risk of prostate cancer and other cancers: the selenium and vitamin E cancer prevention trial (SELECT). JAMA 2009;301:39-51. DOI
- Reid SM, Middleton P, Cossich MC, Crowther CA. Interventions for clinical and subclinical hypothyroidism in pregnancy. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2010;(7):CD007752. PubMed
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