Beta-Sitosterol Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Vitabase
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Beta-Sitosterol 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
Beta-Sitosterol is a dietary supplement by Vitabase with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, enlarged prostate (bph), heart health.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Beta-Sitosterol by Vitabase
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: beta-sitosterol, a plant sterol (a compound naturally found in plant oils and seeds). The capsule itself is made from gelatin and includes inactive ingredients — magnesium stearate, silica, and cellulose — which are common binders and flow agents.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Beta-sitosterol is likely effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), the non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that can cause trouble urinating as men age. It's possibly effective for familial hypercholesterolemia (an inherited condition that raises cholesterol) and coronary heart disease.
The evidence for those last two is suggestive but not conclusive — you might see benefit, but it's not proven across the board.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
When taken by mouth, beta-sitosterol is generally well tolerated in the short term for most adults. The most common side effects are constipation, diarrhea, gas, indigestion, and nausea.
Some people report reduced appetite. There's also one case report of inflammation of the pancreas (acute pancreatitis) in a person who took it, though the symptoms stopped when he quit — isolated reports like that are noted but aren't proof the supplement caused it.
There isn't enough safety data to know whether it's safe in pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid it during those times. One caution: beta-sitosterol can worsen acne when taken alone or combined with saw palmetto.
If that's a concern for you, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the beta-sitosterol in this product. Even so, because it affects cholesterol and cardiovascular function, run your medications through the tool on this page before you start, or ask your pharmacist to double-check.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
If you have BPH or want to explore a plant sterol for cholesterol support, beta-sitosterol is a candidate worth discussing with your doctor — it's generally well tolerated and has some evidence behind it for prostate health. Watch for digestive side effects like gas or loose stools, and avoid it if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Check with your own pharmacist or doctor before adding it, especially if you're on heart or cholesterol 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 Aug 22, 2024.
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
General information
Key facts about Beta-Sitosterol, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Vitabase |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 90 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 22, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 313972 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult Male (18-50 Years), Seniors/Mature (>50 Years) - Men ONLY |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Beta-Sitosterol by Vitabase, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Beta-Sitosterol Complex | 500 mg | -- |
| Beta-Sitosterol | 225 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Cellulose
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: One capsule, taken 1 to 2 times daily with meals as a dietary supplement, or as directed by a health care professional.
Precautions
Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.
Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.
This product is manufactured and packaged in a facility which may also process milk, soy, wheat, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and crustacean shellfish.
Contains soy (plant sterols).
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.
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.
Formulation
Made in the U.S.A.
Formulated to Support Prostate Health
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
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Beta-Sitosterol by Vitabase label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Beta-Sitosterol by Vitabase
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.
Beta-Sitosterol Complex
No knowninteractions
Beta-sitosterol is a plant sterol that may modestly lower LDL ('bad') cholesterol and may help ease urinary symptoms from an enlarged prostate. Eviden...
Beta-Sitosterol Complex monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Beta-Sitosterol by Vitabase Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Beta-Sitosterol. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Beta-Sitosterol, from the product label.
Vitabase
See all Vitabase products- Name
- Vitabase.com
- City
- Monroe
- State
- GA
- ZipCode
- 30656
- Phone Number
- 888.559.3802
Beta-Sitosterol by Vitabase: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Beta-Sitosterol’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Beta-Sitosterol'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 7 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.
Beta-sitosterol 7 references
- Berges RR, Windeler J, Trampisch HJ, et al. Randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind clinical trial of beta-sitosterol in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia. Beta-sitosterol Study Group. Lancet 1995;345:1529-32.
- Klippel KF, Hiltl DM, Schipp B. A multicentric, placebo-controlled, double-blind clinical trial of beta-sitosterol (phytosterol) for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Br J Urol 1997;80:427-32.
- Wilt TJ, MacDonald R, Ishani A. beta-sitosterol for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia: a systematic review. BJU Int 1999;83:976-83. PubMed
- Oster P, Schlierf G, Heuck CC, et al. [Sitosterol in familial hyperlipoproteinemia type II. A randomized, double-blind, cross-over study]. Dtsch Med Wochenschr 1976;101:1308-11.
- Becker M, Staab D, Von Bergman K. Long-term treatment of severe familial hypercholesterolemia in children: effect of sitosterol and bezafibrate. Pediatrics 1992;89:138-42. DOI
- Prager N, Bickett K, French N, Marcovici G. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial to determine the effectiveness of botanically derived inhibitors of 5-alpha-reductase in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia. J Altern Complement Med 2002
- Lorenze A, Hsueh W, Nasr J. Beta-sitosterol-induced acute pancreatitis: A case report and review of the literature. Cureus. 2020;12(3):e7407. PubMed
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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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