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Astaxanthin 42 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Swiss BioEnergetics

Astaxanthin 42 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
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First and foremost: checking Astaxanthin 42 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 42 mg is a dietary supplement by Swiss BioEnergetics 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 AstaPure. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Astaxanthin 42 mg by Swiss BioEnergetics

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.
  • “AstaPure” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (42 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This softgel contains one active ingredient: astaxanthin at 42 mg per capsule. Astaxanthin is a carotenoid — a plant pigment your body can convert to vitamin A.

The product also includes inactive ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, modified corn starch, glycerol, carrageenan, sodium carbonate, Vitamin E, and AstaPure (which is a blend of other astaxanthin-related components listed as an inactive here).

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

This is a single-ingredient Astaxanthin product and its label doesn't state a use — see Astaxanthin's own graded uses on its monograph.

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

The evidence for astaxanthin isn't yet established in our data. The product is marketed for age-related cognitive decline, macular degeneration, aging skin, Alzheimer disease, athletic performance, and carpal tunnel syndrome, but each of these carries a rating of insufficient reliable evidence to rate.

That means the current research either hasn't been robust enough or is too limited to draw firm conclusions about whether astaxanthin works for these conditions.

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 is generally well tolerated in studies, but long-term safety data are limited, so keep that in mind if you're considering long-term use. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red or orange fecal color — the last one is harmless and is actually the pigment passing through.

A small number of trial participants at higher doses experienced severe stomach pain. There isn't enough safety data during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid this supplement if you're pregnant or nursing.

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 starting Astaxanthin 42 mg, check your medications against drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 — two major liver pathways. Common types include statins, blood pressure medications, and immunosuppressants.

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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.

Astaxanthin may be worth considering if you're interested in antioxidant support, but the evidence for specific health claims hasn't been proven yet. The main caution is its potential to affect how your liver processes many common medications.

Before you take it, check with your pharmacist about your current drugs — especially anything metabolized by CYP3A4 or CYP2B6. Pregnant or nursing?

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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 21, 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 Astaxanthin 42 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Swiss BioEnergetics
Barcode (UPC) 5060361463383
Net contents 60 Softgel Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 21, 2023
DSLD ID 284221
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Astaxanthin 42 mg by Swiss BioEnergetics, 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:
2 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
5060361463383
IngredientAmount% DV
Astaxanthin4 mg--
AstaPure42 mg--

Other ingredients: extra virgin Olive Oil, Modified Corn Starch, Glycerol, Carrageenan, Sodium Carbonate, AstaPure, Vitamin E

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Label statements
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Formulation

Premium quality AstaPure astaxanthin from Haematococcus Pluvialis in cold pressed extra virgin olive oil

Suitable for vegetarians

Manufactured in the United Kingdom according to the GMP code of practice for: Countercom Ltd

Seals/Symbols

Manufactured in the UK GMP Consistent quality

FDA Statement of Identity

Food Supplement

Formula

42mg AstaPure oil

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Adults take 1-2 softgel capsules per day, with water, and with or immediately prior to meals, to ensure optimal absorption. Do not exceed recommended daily dose.

Precautions

Allergy advice: Although rigorous precautions are taken to prevent any cross-contamination, this product is manufactured in a facility that also handles allergy-based materials such as nuts, seeds, milk, egg, cereals, soya, mustard, celery, fish, crustaceans and sulphites.

Cautions: Always consult your health practitioner before taking nutritional supplements, especially if you are taking medication or are under medical supervision. Not recommended for use by pregnant or breastfeeding women.

You should not take supplements as a substitute for a varied balanced diet or healthy lifestyle.

Not suitable for vegans.

Store in a cool dry place, out of reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place, out of reach of children.

General Statements

Best before: For best before end and batch number see base.

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Astaxanthin 42 mg by Swiss BioEnergetics label

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Astaxanthin 42 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Astaxanthin 42 mg by Swiss BioEnergetics

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.

AstaPure

Interacts with
671 drugs
42 mg per serving Form: Astaxanthin Oil

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

AstaPure monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Extra virgin Olive Oil, Modified Corn Starch, Glycerol, Carrageenan, Sodium Carbonate, AstaPure, Vitamin E. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Astaxanthin 42 mg by Swiss BioEnergetics Drug Interactions

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671Drugs
671 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

AstaPure 671

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Astaxanthin 42 mg interact with 671 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Astaxanthin 42 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. AstaPure

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Astaxanthin 42 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.

AstaPure2 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
AstaPure full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Astaxanthin 42 mg, from the product label.

Swiss BioEnergetics

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Name
Countercom Ltd
Street Address
310 Harrow Road
City
Middlesex
State
HA9 6LL
Web Address
www.swissbioenergetics.com
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Astaxanthin 42 mg by Swiss BioEnergetics: Common Questions

Does Astaxanthin 42 mg by Swiss BioEnergetics interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Astaxanthin 42 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 42 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — there isn't enough safety data. The facts advise against astaxanthin during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about alternatives or when it might be safe.
What are the side effects?
Most common are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red or orange fecal color (the color is harmless — it's just the pigment). At higher doses, a small number of people reported severe stomach pain. Most people tolerate it well.
Does astaxanthin actually help with memory or eye health?
The evidence isn't clear enough to say yet. The claims about cognitive decline, macular degeneration, and other conditions all have insufficient evidence to rate, so we can't confirm it works for those purposes.
What exactly is astaxanthin?
It's a carotenoid — a pigment from plants that your body can convert to vitamin A. It's an antioxidant, which means it may help protect cells, but more research is needed on its real-world benefits.
Is this product safe long-term?
It's generally well tolerated in short-term studies, but there isn't much long-term safety data yet. If you plan to take it for months or years, ask your pharmacist whether that's safe for you.

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The Full Monographs Behind Astaxanthin 42 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 42 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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