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Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Sunshine Naturals

Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable label
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Tablet Or Pill 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 Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable 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

Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable is a dietary supplement by Sunshine Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general energy and vitality, immune support, nutritional supplement.Based on those ingredients, 2 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bee Pollen. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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Check Your Meds Against Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable by Sunshine Naturals

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable by Sunshine 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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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 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: bee pollen, 500 mg per chewable tablet. Bee pollen is a mixture of pollen, nectar, enzymes, and other bee-derived compounds collected by honeybees.

There are no inactive fillers or other ingredients listed for this formulation.

Does it work?

No specific claim
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
General wellness

This Bee Pollen product is marketed for general wellness, not a specific health condition, so there's no single claim to grade — see Bee Pollen's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets general wellness (“General energy and vitality support”), not a specific health condition, so there is no single claim to grade against clinical-evidence data.

The evidence for bee pollen is mixed and often limited. For athletic performance, it's rated possibly ineffective — the data doesn't support claims it boosts physical output.

For allergic rhinitis (hay fever), amenorrhea (absent periods), benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), and breast cancer-related hot flashes, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to rate how well it works. If you're considering this for any of those conditions, talk with us about what the science actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bee Pollen

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.

Bee pollen is generally well tolerated by most people, but it can trigger allergic reactions — sometimes serious ones, especially if you have a history of seasonal pollen allergies to plants like ragweed, daisies, marigolds, or chrysanthemums. Allergic reactions can range from itching and swelling to shortness of breath and anaphylaxis.

Rare serious side effects reported with bee pollen use include liver inflammation (hepatitis), kidney problems, and severe allergic reactions. The safety data in pregnancy suggests it may not be safe — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're pregnant.

For breastfeeding, there isn't enough data to know either way, so check with your healthcare provider for personalized advice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bee Pollen

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 — Bee Pollen.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 2 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.

If you take warfarin (Coumadin) or any blood thinner, double-check with your pharmacist before adding this product — bee pollen may increase bleeding risk. Even if you're not on a blood thinner, make sure to run your exact medications through the checker below.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula marketed for general wellness rather than one specific gradeable purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Bee pollen may appeal to you if you're looking for a natural supplement, but the evidence for its claimed benefits is thin or missing. The bigger issue: it can interact with blood thinners like warfarin and trigger serious allergies if you're sensitive to pollen.

Before you start, check your medications with the tool on this page and talk to your pharmacist if you have any pollen allergies.

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 Jul 21, 2022.

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 Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable, straight from the product label.

Brand Sunshine Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 789939100448
Net contents 60 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 21, 2022
DSLD ID 271163
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable by Sunshine 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:
2 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
789939100448
IngredientAmount% DV
Bee Pollen500 mg--

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions:Take two or more tablets a day as often as needed.

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.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Contains 50% more protein than been

Formulation

100% natural with no additives or preservatives.

Proudly Made in the USA.

Seals/Symbols

Proudly Made in the USA

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Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable by Sunshine Naturals label

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Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable by Sunshine Naturals

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

Serving size2 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bee Pollen

Interacts with
2 drugs
500 mg per serving

Bee pollen is a nutrient-rich product collected by bees and marketed as a 'superfood' for energy and immune support, but solid human evidence for most...

Bee Pollen monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable by Sunshine Naturals Drug Interactions

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2Drugs
2 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Bee Pollen 2

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable interact with 2 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Bee Pollen

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable 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.

Bee Pollen1 drug type · 2 drugs

Warfarin (Coumadin)

There is some concern that bee pollen might interact with warfarin and increase the risk of bleeding.
In one case report, a patient on warfarin had a stable international normalized ratio (INR) of 1.9-3.3 for 9 months. The patient's INR was found to be 7.1 after starting bee pollen granules one teaspoon twice daily for approximately one month. The patient's warfarin dose was decreased by approximately 11% in order to return the INR to the therapeutic range while continuing the bee pollen supplement.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Bee Pollen full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable, from the product label.

Sunshine Naturals

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Name
American Naturavit Inc.
City
Miami
State
FL
ZipCode
33166
Phone Number
305-593-5417
Web Address
www.sunshinenaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable by Sunshine Naturals: Common Questions

Does Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable by Sunshine Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable has a known interaction with 2 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable 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 have hay fever or seasonal allergies?
Be very cautious. If you're allergic to ragweed, daisies, marigolds, chrysanthemums, or similar pollen plants, bee pollen can trigger serious allergic reactions — sometimes severe. Check with us or your doctor first, especially if you have a history of pollen allergies.
Does bee pollen actually help athletic performance?
The evidence doesn't support that claim. It's rated possibly ineffective for athletic performance, so this isn't a reliable choice if that's why you're interested.
Is it safe to take while pregnant?
The safety data suggests it may not be safe in pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
What about breastfeeding?
There isn't enough data to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding. Speak with your pharmacist or doctor for personalized advice.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people tolerate it well, but watch for allergic reactions — itching, swelling, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, or hives. Rare serious effects include liver inflammation and kidney problems. Stop and seek help immediately if you have trouble breathing or facial swelling.

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The Full Monographs Behind Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Bee Pollen

Interacts with 2 drugs

Bee pollen is a nutrient-rich product collected by bees and marketed as a 'superfood' for energy and immune support, but solid human evidence for most of these claims is lacking. It can caus...

Read the full Bee Pollen monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bee Pollen 500 mg Chewable'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 15 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.

Bee Pollen 15 references
  1. Foster S, Tyler VE. Tyler's Honest Herbal: A Sensible Guide to the Use of Herbs and Related Remedies. 3rd ed., Binghamton, NY: Haworth Herbal Press, 1993.
  2. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  3. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  4. Shad JA, Chinn CG, Brann OS. Acute hepatitis after ingestion of herbs. South Med J 1999;92:1095-7. PubMed
  5. Puente S, Iniguez A, Subirats M, et al. [Eosinophilic gastroenteritis caused by bee pollen sensitization]. Med Clin (Barc) 1997;108:698-700.
  6. Winther K, Hedman C. Assessment of the Effects of the Herbal Remedy Femal on the Symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study. Curr Ther Res Clin Exp 2002;63:344-53. DOI
  7. Cohen SH, Yunginger JW, Rosenberg N, Fink JN. Acute allergic reaction after composite pollen ingestion. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1979;64:270-4. PubMed
  8. Hurren KM, Lewis CL. Probable interaction between warfarin and bee pollen. Am J Health Syst Pharm 2010;67:2034-7. PubMed
  9. Akiyasu T, Paudyal B, Paudyal P, et al. A case report of acute renal failure associated with bee pollen contained in nutritional supplements. Ther Apher Dial 2010;14:93-7. PubMed
  10. Greenberger, P. A. and Flais, M. J. Bee pollen-induced anaphylactic reaction in an unknowingly sensitized subject. Ann.Allergy Asthma Immunol 2001;86(2):239-242. PubMed
  11. Lin FL, Vaughan TR, Vandewalker ML, et al. Hypereosinophilia, neurologic, and gastrointestinal symptoms after bee-pollen ingestion. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1989;83(4):793-796. PubMed
  12. Mansfield LE, Goldstein GB. Anaphylactic reaction after ingestion of local bee pollen. Ann Allergy 1981;47(3):154-156.
  13. Choi JH, Jang YS, Oh JW, Kim CH, Hyun IG. Bee pollen-induced anaphylaxis: a case report and literature review. Allergy Asthma Immunol Res 2015 Sep;7(5):513-7. PubMed
  14. Nonotte-Varly C. Allergenicity of Artemisia contained in bee pollen is proportional to its mass. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol 2015;47(6):218-24.
  15. Leang ZX, Thalayasingam M, O'Sullivan M. A paediatric case of exercise-augmented anaphylaxis following bee pollen ingestion in Western Australia. Asia Pac Allergy. 2022 Jul 12;12(3):e23. PubMed

See these in context on the Bee Pollen monograph →

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