Cytozyme-LV Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Biotics Research Corporation
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Cytozyme-LV 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
Cytozyme-LV is a dietary supplement by Biotics Research Corporation with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anemia and low iron, vitamin b12 support, general energy and fatigue.Based on those ingredients, 3 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Neonatal Liver Concentrate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Cytozyme-LV by Biotics Research Corporation
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
Cytozyme-LV contains 3 active ingredients: superoxide dismutase and catalase, which are antioxidant enzymes, plus neonatal liver concentrate — a tissue extract from young animal livers. The inactive ingredients are stearic acid, cellulose, magnesium stearate, and food glaze — the binders and coating that hold the tablet together.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for liver extract in chronic fatigue syndrome is rated possibly ineffective based on available data. For hepatitis C, there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate its effectiveness one way or the other.
We don't have effectiveness ratings on file for the other two active ingredients in this product.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
No adverse reactions have been reported for liver extract. However, safety hasn't been thoroughly studied, and there are a few things to be aware of.
Liver extract can deliver very high levels of vitamin A and iron, which is a concern in pregnancy — the data advises against use during pregnancy unless your doctor says otherwise. There's also a theoretical concern about contamination, since liver extract comes from raw animal liver from slaughterhouses, and BSE (bovine spongiform encephalopathy, a serious infectious disease in cattle) has been reported in several countries; no human cases from liver extract have been documented, but the source and manufacturing country do matter.
Talk with your pharmacist about where this product's liver came from.
Meds to double-check
Minor interactions only
If you're on warfarin (Coumadin), a blood thinner, or taking iron supplements or iron-containing medications, check with your pharmacist before starting this product. The interactions are minor, but your dose or INR may need monitoring.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.
This product is geared toward liver support and chronic fatigue, though the evidence for the latter is weak. If you take warfarin or iron supplements, double-check with your pharmacist first — the interactions are minor but real.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Avoid it unless your doctor approves.
The main safety concern is where the liver extract comes from, so ask about the sourcing.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2013.
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 Cytozyme-LV, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Biotics Research Corporation |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 60 Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 24, 2013 |
| DSLD ID | 21635 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Cytozyme-LV by Biotics Research Corporation, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Superoxide Dismutase | 20 mcg | -- |
| Catalase | 20 mcg | -- |
| Neonatal Liver Concentrate | 300 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Stearic Acid, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Food Glaze
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
RECOMMENDATION: One (1) tablet one (1) to three (3) times each day as a dietary supplement or as otherwise recommended by a healthcare professional.
Precautions
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Storage
Store in a cool, dry area.
General Statements
Sealed with an imprinted safety seal for your protection.
Specially grown, biologically active vegetable culture containing naturally occuring and/or organically bound phytochemicals including polyphenolic compounds with SOD and catalase, dehydrated at low temperature to preserve associated enzyme factors.
Lot Number: Exp. Date:
General
Rev. 1/08
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Formula
with Neonatal Liver Concentrate
Brand IP Statement(s)
(C) Copyright 2008
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Cytozyme-LV by Biotics Research Corporation label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Cytozyme-LV by Biotics Research Corporation
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill 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.
Superoxide Dismutase
Catalase
Neonatal Liver Concentrate
Interacts with3 drugs
Liver extract is a dried or concentrated form of animal liver that is naturally rich in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and other nutrients. It was once...
Neonatal Liver Concentrate monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Stearic Acid, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Food Glaze. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Cytozyme-LV by Biotics Research Corporation Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Cytozyme-LV by Biotics Research Corporation contains liver extract, which carries two documented minor interactions with medications.
The first is with warfarin (Coumadin), a blood thinner — liver extract may contain small amounts of vitamin K, which theoretically could reduce warfarin's effectiveness and lower your clotting marker (INR). However, this hasn't been directly studied or reported in humans.
The second minor interaction is with iron supplements or iron-containing medications — liver extract itself contains heme iron, so adding it on top of iron treatment could increase total iron intake and raise the risk of stomach upset or iron buildup, especially at higher doses or with prolonged use.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
The product also contains superoxide dismutase and catalase, two other active ingredients we could not check for interactions — our data doesn't hold monographs for them. Altogether, these interactions span 3 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Cytozyme-LV interact with 3 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 3 ingredients in Cytozyme-LV interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Neonatal Liver Concentrate
Ferrous SulfateFeosol
How Ferrous Sulfate interacts with Cytozyme-LV — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Neonatal Liver ConcentrateIron Minor
Interaction Summary
Liver extract can contain heme iron.
Read the full Neonatal Liver Concentrate + Ferrous Sulfate interactionWarfarinWarfarin
How Warfarin interacts with Cytozyme-LV — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Neonatal Liver ConcentrateWarfarin (coumadin) Minor
Interaction Summary
Liver extract products may contain small and variable amounts of vitamin K.
Read the full Neonatal Liver Concentrate + Warfarin interactionWarfarin SodiumCoumadin, Panwarfin, Sofarin
How Warfarin Sodium interacts with Cytozyme-LV — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Neonatal Liver ConcentrateWarfarin (coumadin) Minor
Interaction Summary
Liver extract products may contain small and variable amounts of vitamin K.
Read the full Neonatal Liver Concentrate + Warfarin Sodium interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Cytozyme-LV 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.
Neonatal Liver Concentrate
Iron
Liver extract can contain heme iron. Taking liver extract with iron-containing medications or supplements may increase total iron intake and could increase the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects or excessive iron accumulation. The risk is greater with high doses, prolonged use, or in individuals with hemochromatosis or another iron-overload disorder. Review the iron content of the liver extract and the total elemental iron dose. Avoid unnecessary duplicate iron supplementation and consider monitoring ferritin and transferrin saturation when clinically appropriate.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Liver extract products may contain small and variable amounts of vitamin K. Theoretically, starting, stopping, or substantially changing the amount of liver extract used could reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and lower the INR. However, this interaction has not been directly studied or reported in humans, and the vitamin K content of liver extract products is generally not standardized. Consider monitoring the INR after a meaningful change in liver extract use.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Cytozyme-LV, from the product label.
Biotics Research Corporation
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- BIOTICS RESEARCH CORP.
- City
- Rosenberg
- State
- Texas
- Phone Number
- (281) 344-0909
Cytozyme-LV by Biotics Research Corporation: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Cytozyme-LV’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Cytozyme-LV'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.
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The 4 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.
Liver Extract 4 references
- Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.
- Kaslow JE, Rucker L, Onishi R. Liver extract-folic acid-cyanocobalamin vs placebo for chronic fatigue syndrome. Arch Intern Med 1989;149:2501-3. DOI
- Ebinuma, H., Saito, H., Tada, S., Masuda, T., Kamiya, T., Nishida, J., Yoshioka, M., and Ishii, H. Additive therapeutic effects of the liver extract preparation mixture adelavin-9 on interferon-beta treatment for chronic hepatitis C. Hepatogastroenterolog
- Saito, H., Ebinuma, H., Tada, S., Tsunematsu, S., Atsukawa, K., Masuda, T., Tsuchiya, M., and Ishii, H. Enhancing effect of the liver extract and flavin adenin dinucleotide mixture on anti-viral efficacy of interferon in patients with chronic hepatitis C. PubMed
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