CLA Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Universal
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking CLA 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
CLA is a dietary supplement by Universal with 2 active ingredients.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 CLA by Universal
Four independent checks of what is known — a summary of the available information, not a grade of the product itself.
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
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our evidence database, so intended use can't be graded.
Why this rating?
- None of the active ingredients could be matched to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so intended use can't be graded against our evidence data.
Most active ingredients list an amount, but at least one is hidden in a blend or missing.
Why this rating?
- The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 3 active ingredients.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our interaction database.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was nothing to check interactions against.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our safety data.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was no safety data to measure.
HelloPharmacist summaryPartially disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Medication interactions could not be assessed, and safety information could not be assessed.
Assessment coverage: 0 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 24, 2016.
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 CLA, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Universal |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 039442016911 |
| Net contents | 90 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 24, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 64208 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for CLA by Universal, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Calories from Fat | 10 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.75 Gram(s) | -- |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | -- |
| Total Fat | 1 Gram(s) | 2% |
| Conjugated Linoleic Acid | 0 NP | -- |
| CLA Blend | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin, Natural color, Titanium Dioxide, purified Water
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Precautions
Made in a GMP facility on equipment that processes milk, soy, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, and wheat.
Warnings: Keep out of reach of children.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Dosage: Take 1-2 Universal CLA softgels 3 times per day with meals or as directed by your healthcare provider.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place.
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.
General Statements
Plant #3001104580
Made proudly in the U.S.A.
EAC
As time passes, certain ideals never go out of style. Honesty. Integrity. Respect. These are the values we uphold and are the bedrock upon which we built our business.
Certain studies suggest that CLA may help reduce body fat and increase lean mass. In other words, CLA may support lean body composition. In addition, CLA has a positive effect on immune system, antioxidant status and can act as nutrient repartitioning agent. HOW WE BACK IT UP What is on the label is in the bottle and what is in the bottle will help you reach your goals. We believe it and proudly stand behind every product we manufacture. Our word is our bond.
Supports healthy metabolism - Optimum purity and potency
Brand IP Statement(s)
2014 Universal Nutrition
FDA Statement of Identity
Conjugated Linoleic Acid Supplement
Formula
WHO WE ARE Universal Nutrition has been providing cutting edge and staple nutritional supplements to bodybuilders and hard training athletes the world over since 1977.
WHAT IT IS Each Universal CLA softgel contains 800mg of high quality conjugated linoleic acid (CLA).
General
J0314-G-32900
Formulation
Stimulant-free
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CLA by Universal 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 CLA by Universal
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Conjugated Linoleic Acid
CLA Blend
Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin, Natural color, Titanium Dioxide, Purified Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
CLA by Universal Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in CLA. 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 CLA, from the product label.
Universal
See all Universal products- Name
- Universal Nutrition
- City
- New Brunswick
- State
- New Jersey
- ZipCode
- 08901
- Phone Number
- 800-872-0101
- Web Address
- www.UniversalUSA.com
CLA by Universal: Common Questions
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Where does this information come from?
Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Sources & How We Checked
CLA'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.
Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.
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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