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Astaxanthin 10 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by We Like Vitamins

Astaxanthin 10 mg label
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Softgel Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Astaxanthin 10 mg 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

Astaxanthin 10 mg is a dietary supplement by We Like Vitamins with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, skin health and aging, eye health.Based on those ingredients, 671 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are natural Astaxanthin. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Astaxanthin 10 mg by We Like Vitamins

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 softgel contains one active ingredient: natural astaxanthin at 10 mg per capsule. Astaxanthin is a red carotenoid — a plant pigment — sometimes called a super-antioxidant because of how it behaves in the lab.

The softgel itself is made from gelatin, glycerol, purified water, soybean oil, and tocopherol (a form of vitamin E).

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Astaxanthin's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Eye, joint and skin health antioxidant support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Aging skin, Dry eye, Exercise-induced muscle damage, Exercise-induced muscle soreness, Osteoarthritis — and 4 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Astaxanthin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Astaxanthin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Aging skin, Dry eye, Exercise-induced muscle soreness, Osteoarthritis, and more.

The evidence for astaxanthin's ability to treat age-related cognitive decline, macular degeneration, aging skin, Alzheimer disease, athletic performance, or carpal tunnel syndrome is not established in the data we hold. That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means we don't yet have reliable evidence to rate it one way or another.

If you're considering astaxanthin for any of these uses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current research actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Astaxanthin

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.

Astaxanthin appears to be well tolerated overall in the studies we have, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools — a harmless color change from the astaxanthin itself.

A small number of trial participants at lower doses experienced increased bowel movements and red stools; at higher doses (40 mg daily), a couple of patients reported severe stomach pain. The safety data aren't robust enough to recommend astaxanthin during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid it in those situations.

If you're pregnant or nursing and want to take it, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Astaxanthin

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?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Astaxanthin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 672 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 taking this product, check whether you use any drugs that are metabolized by your liver's CYP3A4 enzyme system (statins, blood pressure medicines, immunosuppressants, and many others) or by the CYP2B6 enzyme — both Moderate severity. These are both widespread drug groups, so use the medication checker on this page with your exact prescriptions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Astaxanthin is generally well tolerated, but it may affect how your liver processes certain medications — a theoretical risk that hasn't been confirmed in people yet. If you take any prescription drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 or CYP2B6 (a huge group), check your specific medications on this page before starting.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Skip it unless your doctor says otherwise.

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 Feb 25, 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 Astaxanthin 10 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand We Like Vitamins
Barcode (UPC) X0013XWSVD
Net contents 180 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 25, 2021
DSLD ID 244124
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Astaxanthin 10 mg by We Like Vitamins, 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
180
UPC/BARCODE
X0013XWSVD
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Calories from Fat6 Calorie(s)--
Total Fat1 Gram(s)--
natural Astaxanthin10 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerol, purified Water, Soybean Oil, Tocopherol

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: For adults, take one (1) softgel daily, preferably with a meal or as directed by a healthcare professional. Always discus all supplements with your health care provider.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications, have or have had a health condition, or planning a medical procedure, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid excessive heat or moisture.

Formulation

Supports eye, joint & skin health Powerful antioxidant

Zero: Gluten, yeast, milk, lactose, salt, sodium, starch, or wheat.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

Vitamin angels proud supporter Every bottle counts every time you purchase from us helps to provide life-changing vitamins to a mother or child in need. Thank you!

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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Astaxanthin 10 mg by We Like Vitamins label

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Astaxanthin 10 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Astaxanthin 10 mg by We Like Vitamins

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

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.

Natural Astaxanthin

Interacts with
671 drugs
10 mg per serving Form: Haematococcus pluvialis Extract

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

Natural Astaxanthin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerol, Purified Water, Soybean Oil, Tocopherol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Astaxanthin 10 mg by We Like Vitamins Drug Interactions

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671 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

natural Astaxanthin 671

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Astaxanthin 10 mg interact with 671 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Astaxanthin 10 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. natural Astaxanthin

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Astaxanthin 10 mg 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.

natural 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
natural Astaxanthin full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Astaxanthin 10 mg, from the product label.

We Like Vitamins

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Name
We Like Vitamins
Street Address
7125 Headley St. #51
City
Ada
State
MI
ZipCode
49301
Web Address
welikevitamins.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Astaxanthin 10 mg by We Like Vitamins: Common Questions

Does Astaxanthin 10 mg by We Like Vitamins interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Astaxanthin 10 mg has a known interaction with 671 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Astaxanthin 10 mg 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.
What exactly is astaxanthin?
It's a red pigment from plants, classified as a carotenoid — the same family that includes beta-carotene. Your body doesn't make it, so you'd get it from food or supplements.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — there isn't enough safety data to know either way. The facts recommend avoiding it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for your situation.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most common are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools (harmless discoloration from the astaxanthin itself). A small number of people reported increased bowel movements at lower doses; at much higher doses, a couple experienced severe stomach pain.
Does astaxanthin actually work for age-related memory loss or eye health?
The evidence for those uses isn't established in the data we have right now. That means the research isn't there yet to say yes or no — not that it doesn't work. Ask your pharmacist what the current science actually shows for your specific interest.
Why is the data limited if this supplement has been around?
Long-term safety studies on astaxanthin in humans are sparse. Most of what we know comes from short-term trials or lab work, which is why the manufacturers are cautious about long-term use.

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The Full Monographs Behind Astaxanthin 10 mg’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 →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Astaxanthin 10 mg'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 3 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.

Astaxanthin 3 references
  1. Kupcinskas L, Lafolie P, Lignell A, et al. Efficacy of the natural antioxidant astaxanthin in the treatment of functional dyspepsia in patients with or without Helicobacter pylori infection: A prospective, randomized, double blind, and placebo-controlled
  2. Kistler, A., Liechti, H., Pichard, L., Wolz, E., Oesterhelt, G., Hayes, A., and Maurel, P. Metabolism and CYP-inducer properties of astaxanthin in man and primary human hepatocytes. Arch.Toxicol. 2002;75(11-12):665-675. PubMed
  3. Choi HD, Youn YK, Shin WG. Positive effects of astaxanthin on lipid profiles and oxidative stress in overweight subjects. Plant Foods Hum Nutr. 2011;66:363-369. PubMed

See these in context on the Astaxanthin 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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