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Astaxanthin 12 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Viva Naturals

Astaxanthin 12 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 12 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 12 mg is a dietary supplement by Viva Naturals 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 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 12 mg by Viva Naturals

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.

Astaxanthin 12 mg is a single-ingredient supplement in softgel form. Astaxanthin is a red pigment from certain algae and seafood, classified as a carotenoid (a plant compound with antioxidant properties).

The softgel itself contains extra virgin olive oil, safflower oil, and vitamin E as inactive carriers and stabilizers, plus the capsule shell.

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: skin health, heart, eyes, immune system, antioxidant.
  • We looked for evidence on: Aging skin, Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Dry eye, Heart failure, Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension — 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, Heart failure, Dry eye, Exercise-induced muscle soreness, and more.

The evidence for astaxanthin isn't established in the data we hold. For age-related cognitive decline, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), aging skin, Alzheimer disease, athletic performance, and carpal tunnel syndrome — all claims sometimes made for this ingredient — the rating is insufficient reliable evidence to rate.

That means the studies so far haven't been solid enough to say whether it works for these purposes.

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 generally well tolerated in studies, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects are mild: abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools (because of the pigment itself).

A higher dose given in research (40 mg daily) did cause severe abdominal pain in a couple of cases. Regarding pregnancy and breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety data, so the recommendation is to avoid it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance.

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.

Moderate-severity concerns affect medications broken down by two liver enzymes: CYP3A4 substrates and CYP2B6 substrates. These include many common drugs across multiple categories.

Check your exact medications against the search tool on this page, or talk to your pharmacist about whether astaxanthin is safe to take alongside what you're on.

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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 might appeal to you if you're interested in antioxidant support, but the effectiveness data isn't clear enough to promise results. The bigger question is medication interactions: if you take prescriptions processed by your liver (and most are), this supplement may theoretically affect their levels.

Before you start, confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that it won't interfere with your specific medications.

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 Apr 22, 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 12 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Viva Naturals
Barcode (UPC) X001NB1BB3
Net contents 60 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 22, 2021
DSLD ID 248009
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 12 mg by Viva Naturals, 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
X001NB1BB3
IngredientAmount% DV
Astaxanthin12 mg--

Other ingredients: extra virgin Olive Oil, Softgel Capsule, Safflower Oil, Vitamin E

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Label statements
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Formulation

Good for: Inspiring firm, healthy skin, supporting a healthy heart, eyes, and immune system, and providing antioxidant protection against free-radicals.

Non GMO Gluten Free Dairy Free

Supports firm skin, eye & heart health, antioxidant protection

Manufactured without artificial colors, non-gmo, gluten, lactose, and dairy free.

Formula

Made with: Non-GMO astaxanthin & extra-virgin olive oil

from Microalgae

General Statements

A wealth of wellness www.vivanaturals.com

Storage

Storage Information: Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and light.

Precautions

Caution: As with any dietary supplement, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this or any product if you are pregnant, nursing, trying to conceive, taking medication or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal under cap is broken or missing.

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.

Seals/Symbols

Third Party Certified Purity & Potency

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take 1 softgel daily with a meal or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.

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Astaxanthin 12 mg by Viva Naturals label

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Astaxanthin 12 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Astaxanthin 12 mg by Viva Naturals

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 container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Astaxanthin

Interacts with
671 drugs
12 mg per serving Form: Haematococcus pluvialis

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

Other (inactive) ingredients: Extra virgin Olive Oil, Softgel Capsule, Safflower Oil, Vitamin E. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Astaxanthin 12 mg by Viva Naturals Drug Interactions

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671 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Astaxanthin 671

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Astaxanthin 12 mg interact with 671 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Astaxanthin 12 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Astaxanthin

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Astaxanthin 12 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.

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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Astaxanthin 12 mg, from the product label.

Viva Naturals

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Name
Viva Naturals Inc.
Street Address
228 Park Ave South Suite 2400
City
New York
State
NY
ZipCode
10003
Phone Number
1-800-921-8482
Web Address
www.vivanaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Astaxanthin 12 mg by Viva Naturals: Common Questions

Does Astaxanthin 12 mg by Viva Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Astaxanthin 12 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 12 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.
Is astaxanthin safe to take during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Not enough safety data exists, so it's best to avoid it during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this is right for your situation.
What side effects might I notice?
Most people tolerate it well, but you might see abdominal pain, diarrhea, or red-colored stools — the red color is just the pigment passing through. Higher doses (much higher than this one) have caused severe stomach pain in rare cases.
Does astaxanthin actually help with aging skin or brain function?
The data we hold shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for those purposes. That means studies haven't been solid enough yet to say whether it works.
Can I take this with my medications?
It may theoretically affect how your liver processes certain drugs — especially those broken down by CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 enzymes. Run your prescriptions through our search tool or check with your pharmacist before starting.
Why is the softgel filled with oil?
Astaxanthin is a fat-soluble compound, so it dissolves better in oil. The olive oil and safflower oil help your body absorb it. Vitamin E in the capsule acts as a preservative.

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The Full Monographs Behind Astaxanthin 12 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 12 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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