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Bee Pollen Capsules Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Bee Pollen Capsules is a dietary supplement by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms 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.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Bee Pollen Capsules by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

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 capsule contains one active ingredient: bee pollen. Bee pollen is a mixture of pollen, nectar, and bee secretions collected by honeybees.

The capsule itself is made from gelatin and magnesium stearate, which are inactive ingredients that help form and preserve the capsule.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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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 Bee Pollen's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Nutritional supplement and general wellness support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Energy, Immune function, General vitality.
  • The closest evidence on file: Bee Pollen is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for bee pollen is mixed and sparse. For athletic performance, the data suggests it's probably ineffective.

For other uses — hay fever (allergic rhinitis), absent periods (amenorrhea), enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia), or hot flashes from breast cancer — there isn't enough reliable evidence to know whether it works. If you're thinking about bee pollen for any of these, talk with your pharmacist about what the science actually shows.

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 in most people, but allergic reactions are a real concern — sometimes a serious one. If you have a history of pollen allergies, especially to ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, or similar plants, you're at higher risk for reactions ranging from itching and swelling to shortness of breath and anaphylaxis.

Rare cases of liver inflammation (acute hepatitis) and kidney problems have been reported with bee pollen use. There isn't enough safety data to know whether bee pollen is safe during pregnancy — some sources suggest it may stimulate the uterus — or while breastfeeding.

If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it.

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 bee pollen — there's a Moderate risk it may increase your bleeding risk. For other medications, no interactions are documented in our data, but that doesn't mean none exist — use the medication checker on this page to verify your exact drugs.

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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.

Bee pollen may work for some people, but the evidence is weak for most conditions. If you take warfarin or other blood thinners, check with your pharmacist first — bee pollen can increase bleeding risk.

If you have pollen allergies, be cautious: allergic reactions can be serious. Pregnant or breastfeeding?

Talk to your doctor before starting.

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 Aug 23, 2019.

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 Capsules, straight from the product label.

Brand Y.S. Eco Bee Farms
Barcode (UPC) 726635862867
Net contents 200 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2019
DSLD ID 205759
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Bee Pollen Capsules by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
726635862867
IngredientAmount% DV
Bee Pollen1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Formulation

Organic pioneer since 1995

Contains no sugar, salt, starch, artificial colors, flavors, preservatives and common allergens.

Precautions

Caution: Bee products may cause an allergic reaction in some sensitive people. Simply to test, pull apart a capsule and place a small portion under the tongue. Should you experience any allergic reaction consult a nutritionist before taking.

General Statements

100% Pure Multi floral, wild crafted Nature's most balanced food

Y.S. Beekeepers of Generations have been dedicated to research and develop the highest quality Bee Products.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 2-3 capsules once or twice a day, preferably with meals.

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.

Seals/Symbols

YS Organic

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Bee Pollen Capsules by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Bee Pollen Capsules by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bee Pollen

Interacts with
2 drugs
1000 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

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Bee Pollen Capsules by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms Drug Interactions

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2Drugs
2 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Bee Pollen Capsules 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Bee Pollen Capsules, from the product label.

Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

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Name
Y.S. Organic Bee Farms
Street Address
2774 N. 4351 Rd.
City
Sheridan
State
IL
ZipCode
60551
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Bee Pollen Capsules by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms: Common Questions

Does Bee Pollen Capsules by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Bee Pollen Capsules 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 Capsules 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 pollen allergies?
No — if you're allergic to pollen (especially ragweed, chrysanthemums, daisies, or marigolds), bee pollen poses a real risk of serious allergic reactions, from swelling and shortness of breath to anaphylaxis. Skip it and talk to your doctor about safer alternatives.
Is bee pollen safe during pregnancy?
The safety data is insufficient — there isn't enough information to know either way. Some sources suggest it may stimulate the uterus. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before using it during pregnancy.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Not enough safety data exists for breastfeeding. It's best avoided until you've talked with your doctor or pharmacist about the risks and benefits for your situation.
What is bee pollen used for?
Bee pollen is marketed for athletic performance, hay fever, absent periods, enlarged prostate, and hot flashes from breast cancer. However, the evidence suggests it's probably ineffective for athletic performance, and there isn't enough reliable data to know if it works for the other conditions.
Are there any serious side effects?
Serious side effects are rare, but they've been reported: severe allergic reactions (especially in people with pollen allergies), liver inflammation, and kidney problems. Most people tolerate bee pollen without trouble, but these risks exist.

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The Full Monographs Behind Bee Pollen Capsules’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Bee Pollen Capsules'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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