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Antarctic Krill Oil Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NutraMedix

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Softgel Capsule Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Antarctic Krill Oil 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: Moderate

Antarctic Krill Oil is a dietary supplement by NutraMedix with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, skin health and aging, eye health.Based on those ingredients, 986 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Astaxanthin, Superba Boost Krill Oil, Choline. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Antarctic Krill Oil by NutraMedix

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 12, 2026

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 5 of its 5 active ingredients.
  • “Omega-3 Fatty Acids” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (135 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.
  • “Superba Boost Krill Oil” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (500 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Antarctic Krill Oil by NutraMedix delivers 5 active ingredients: omega-3 fatty acids (including eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid), phospholipids, astaxanthin, and choline. The omega-3 and phospholipid compounds are what krill oil is known for—they're the marine lipids that make up the product's core.

Astaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment that gives krill its reddish color and is included for its antioxidant properties. Choline supports cell structure and brain function.

The capsules also contain gelatin, glycerol, sorbitol, water, and ethyl vanillin as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

The label doesn't state a purpose we can grade — see each ingredient's own graded uses on its monograph instead.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence supporting astaxanthin for specific conditions—including age-related cognitive decline, macular degeneration, aging skin, Alzheimer disease, athletic performance, and carpal tunnel syndrome—is insufficient to rate. We don't have reliable data showing it works for those uses.

Choline shows insufficient evidence for several conditions as well, though it is rated possibly ineffective for athletic performance. The omega-3 and phospholipid components are not rated in the data we hold for this product.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Astaxanthin Choline Krill Oil Docosahexaenoic Acid (dha)

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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Astaxanthin is generally well tolerated in studies, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools.

At higher doses (40 mg daily), severe stomach pain has been reported in a small number of people. The safety data advises against astaxanthin use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding due to insufficient information.

Choline is generally safe at food amounts, but high-dose supplements can cause side effects and have a daily upper limit of 3.5 grams. At very high doses (9 grams or more daily), choline may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and a fishy body odor.

Choline is important during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but you should use it only as advised by your doctor or under professional guidance.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Astaxanthin Choline Krill Oil Docosahexaenoic Acid (dha)

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Choline, Astaxanthin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 682 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.

Two ingredients here have documented interactions. Astaxanthin theoretically may decrease levels of Moderate-severity drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 enzymes—a very large medication class—though this has not been confirmed in humans.

Choline has a Minor interaction with atropine. Run your exact medications through the checker on this page before you begin.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Antarctic Krill Oil may appeal to you if you're looking for omega-3 support and don't mind the theoretical possibility of enzyme interactions with certain medications. If you take any prescription drugs—especially those processed by your liver—check them against this product's ingredients first.

Pregnant or nursing? Talk with your pharmacist or doctor about astaxanthin and choline doses before starting.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 24, 2023.

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 Antarctic Krill Oil, straight from the product label.

Brand NutraMedix
Barcode (UPC) 728650047502
Net contents 60 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2023
DSLD ID 297340
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Antarctic Krill Oil by NutraMedix, 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 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
728650047502
IngredientAmount% DV
Omega-3 Fatty Acids135 mg--
Eicosapentaenoic Acid75 mg--
Docosahexaenoic Acid35 mg--
Phospholipids250 mg--
Astaxanthin43 mcg--
Choline30 mg5%
Superba Boost Krill Oil500 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerol, Sorbitol, Water, Ethyl Vanillin

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Label statements
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Precautions

Keep out of reach of children

Do not use if you are allergic to shellfish, or taking anticoagulant medication.

Do not use if you are allergic to shellfish, or taking anticoagulant medication. Do not use if pregnant or nursing.

Stop use if adverse reactions develop.

Contains: Crustacean shellfish (Antarctic krill)

Storage

Storage: Keep tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature. (59 - 86 degrees Fahrenheit or 15 - 30 degrees Celsius)

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take one softgel once or twice daily after a meal or as directed by your physician.

Brand IP Statement(s)

SuperbaBoost and ECO-Harvesting are trademarks of Aker BioMarine Antarctic AS

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

Omega-3 EPA/DHA/Astaxanthin

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Formulation

Supports heart, brain & skin health ECO Harvesting

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Antarctic Krill Oil by NutraMedix label

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Antarctic Krill Oil label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Antarctic Krill Oil by NutraMedix

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Astaxanthin

Interacts with
671 drugs
43 mcg per serving

Astaxanthin is a reddish carotenoid pigment with strong antioxidant activity in the lab, and it is widely promoted for skin, eye, heart, and exercise...

Astaxanthin monograph & interactions

Choline

Interacts with
16 drugs
30 mg per serving

Choline is an essential nutrient your body needs for liver function, brain health, and nerve signaling, and many people get enough from foods like egg...

Choline monograph & interactions

Superba Boost Krill Oil

Interacts with
208 drugs
500 mg per serving

Krill oil is a source of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) bound to phospholipids, which may help absorption. It is most studied for lowering triglyce...

Superba Boost Krill Oil monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerol, Sorbitol, Water, Ethyl Vanillin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Antarctic Krill Oil by NutraMedix Drug Interactions

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986Drugs
976 Moderate 10 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Astaxanthin 671
Superba Boost Krill Oil 208
Choline 16

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Antarctic Krill Oil interact with 986 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

3 of the 3 ingredients in Antarctic Krill Oil interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Astaxanthin Superba Boost Krill Oil Choline

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Antarctic Krill Oil with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Astaxanthin2 drug types · 671 drugs

Cytochrome P450 2B6 (Cyp2B6) Substrates

Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2B6.
In vitro research shows that astaxanthin induces cytochrome CYP2B6 enzyme activity in human hepatocytes. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research shows that astaxanthin induces CYP3A4 enzyme activity in human hepatocytes. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Astaxanthin full monograph & interactions

Superba Boost Krill Oil2 drug types · 208 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, krill oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Taking high doses of omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil can modestly decrease platelet aggregation. Since krill oil also contains these fatty acids, taking high doses of krill oil might also inhibit platelet aggregation. Theoretically, taking high doses of krill oil with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs might increase the risk of bleeding. However, the omega-3 content of krill oil is much lower than that of fish oil.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking krill oil with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Some research in animals and humans shows that krill oil might lower blood glucose levels. However, a small study shows that taking krill oil does not reduce blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes, most of whom were taking antidiabetes drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Superba Boost Krill Oil full monograph & interactions

Choline1 drug type · 16 drugs

Atropine

Theoretically, choline might decrease the effects of atropine in the brain.
Animal research shows that administering choline one hour before administering atropine can attenuate atropine-induced decreases in brain levels of acetylcholine. Theoretically, concomitant use of choline and atropine may decrease the effects of atropine.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Choline full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Antarctic Krill Oil, from the product label.

NutraMedix

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Name
NutraMedix
City
Jupiter
State
Florida
ZipCode
33458
Phone Number
561-745-2917
Web Address
www.nutramedix.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Antarctic Krill Oil by NutraMedix: Common Questions

Does Antarctic Krill Oil by NutraMedix interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Antarctic Krill Oil has a known interaction with 986 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Antarctic Krill Oil contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Is Antarctic Krill Oil safe to take during pregnancy?
The safety data advises against astaxanthin (one of this product's components) during pregnancy due to insufficient information. Choline is important during pregnancy, but you should use it only as advised by your doctor. Talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting this product if you're pregnant.
What are the most common side effects?
Astaxanthin may cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools. Choline at very high doses can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and a fishy body odor—but these are unlikely at the doses typically found in supplements like this one.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against astaxanthin while breastfeeding due to insufficient information. Choline needs are higher while breastfeeding, but supplements should be used only under professional guidance. Talk with your doctor before starting.
Does astaxanthin actually work for anti-aging or brain health?
The evidence we hold on astaxanthin for age-related cognitive decline, macular degeneration, aging skin, Alzheimer disease, and other conditions is insufficient to rate. We don't have reliable data showing it works for those uses.
What does choline do in this product?
Choline supports cell structure and brain function. While it's important for health, the evidence for it benefiting athletic performance is rated possibly ineffective, and for other uses the data is insufficient.

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The Full Monographs Behind Antarctic Krill Oil’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Astaxanthin

Interacts with 671 drugs

Astaxanthin is a reddish carotenoid pigment with strong antioxidant activity in the lab, and it is widely promoted for skin, eye, heart, and exercise benefits. Early human studies are promis...

Read the full Astaxanthin monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Choline

Interacts with 16 drugs

Choline is an essential nutrient your body needs for liver function, brain health, and nerve signaling, and many people get enough from foods like eggs, meat, and fish. Supplements may help...

Read the full Choline monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Krill Oil

Interacts with 208 drugs

Krill oil is a source of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) bound to phospholipids, which may help absorption. It is most studied for lowering triglycerides and supporting heart health, but t...

Read the full Krill Oil monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Docosahexaenoic Acid (dha)

Interacts with 375 drugs

DHA is an omega-3 fatty acid found in fatty fish and algae that is a building block for the brain, nervous system, and eyes. It is widely used and generally well tolerated, with the stronges...

Read the full Docosahexaenoic Acid (dha) monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Antarctic Krill Oil'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 79 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.

Docosahexaenoic Acid (dha) 49 references
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