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Astaxanthin Extract Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbadiet

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Powder 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 Extract Powder 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 Extract Powder is a dietary supplement by Herbadiet 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 Extract, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Astaxanthin Extract Powder by Herbadiet

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 powder contains one active ingredient: astaxanthin extract. Astaxanthin is a red carotenoid pigment — a naturally occurring compound found in algae, shrimp, and salmon — studied for potential effects on age-related vision, brain, and skin changes.

The product has no inactive ingredients listed.

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 we have doesn't establish that astaxanthin is effective for any of the conditions listed here. We hold insufficient reliable evidence for age-related cognitive decline, age-related macular degeneration, aging skin, Alzheimer disease, athletic performance, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the clinical data aren't strong enough yet to say one way or the other.

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 orally, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects in studies are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools (a harmless but noticeable effect caused by the pigment itself).

At standard doses (around 6 mg daily) these are usually mild; a higher dose (40 mg daily) has caused severe stomach pain in a small number of trial participants. Not enough safety data exists to recommend this supplement during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting astaxanthin to decide whether it's right for you.

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 you take this product, check whether you're on any drugs metabolized by CYP3A4 or CYP2B6 enzymes — a large group that includes many heart, blood pressure, cholesterol, and psychiatric medications. These are Moderate-severity theoretical interactions, meaning astaxanthin may decrease their blood levels and reduce their effect, though this hasn't been confirmed in people.

Use the search tool on this page with your specific medications, and confirm any concerns with your own pharmacist or doctor.

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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 Extract Powder may be of interest if you're looking into natural carotenoid supplements for aging-related concerns, though the evidence for its effectiveness isn't established. Because it may theoretically affect how your liver breaks down certain medications, you'll need to check your exact prescriptions against the interaction tool before starting.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you take heart, blood pressure, cholesterol, mood, or immune medications — and skip it during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless your provider gives the go-ahead.

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 Jun 22, 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 Extract Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbadiet
Net contents 0 Not Present
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 22, 2023
DSLD ID 293524
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Astaxanthin Extract Powder by Herbadiet, 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:
100 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
200 mg
IngredientAmount% DV
Astaxanthin Extract, Powder100 mg--

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Label statements
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Formula

Natural antioxidant Standardized extract powder derived from haematococcus pluvialis

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take up to 200 mg, or as directed by your physician

Formulation

Free of fillers, binders, artificial ingredients, dairy, soy, wheat, gluten, yeast

Being a natural produce, there can be minor color variations because of geographical & seasonal variation of the raw material. Herbal extracts can be hygroscopic & may agglomerate at times. This, in no way, affect the efficacy of the product.

V Vegan

Ethically sourced Scientifically tested Premium grade ingredients

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Pregnant or lactating women should consult your physician before use.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool & dark.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Seals/Symbols

FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) Lic. No.: 20817018000147

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Astaxanthin Extract Powder by Herbadiet label

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Astaxanthin Extract Powder label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Astaxanthin Extract Powder by Herbadiet

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

Serving size100 mg Dosage formPowder Amounts shown are per serving.

Astaxanthin Extract, Powder

Interacts with
671 drugs
100 mg per serving Form: Astaxanthin

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 Extract, Powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Astaxanthin Extract Powder by Herbadiet Drug Interactions

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671Drugs
671 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Astaxanthin Extract, Powder 671

Individual Drug Interactions

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

1 of the 1 ingredient in Astaxanthin Extract Powder interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Astaxanthin Extract, Powder

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Astaxanthin Extract Powder 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.

Astaxanthin Extract, Powder2 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 Extract, Powder full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Astaxanthin Extract Powder, from the product label.

Herbadiet

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Name
Arkure Health Care
Street Address
11, Sector - 14
City
Rohtak
State
Haryana
ZipCode
124001
Web Address
www.herbadiet.in
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Astaxanthin Extract Powder by Herbadiet: Common Questions

Does Astaxanthin Extract Powder by Herbadiet interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Astaxanthin Extract Powder 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 Extract Powder 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 carotenoid — a natural pigment found in algae, shrimp, and salmon. It's being studied for potential effects on vision, brain health, and skin aging, but the evidence isn't strong enough yet to confirm it works for any of those uses.
What are the side effects?
Most commonly, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools (the last one is just the pigment passing through and isn't harmful). At higher doses, some people have had more severe stomach pain. Long-term safety data are limited.
Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
No — not enough safety data exist. If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting to figure out what's right for you.
How does this interact with medications?
Lab studies show astaxanthin may speed up how your liver breaks down drugs metabolized by two enzymes, CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 — potentially lowering their levels. This hasn't been seen in people yet, but it's still worth checking your exact medications with a pharmacist or doctor beforehand.

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The Full Monographs Behind Astaxanthin Extract Powder’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 Extract Powder'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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