DHA Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by 21st Century
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking DHA 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
DHA is a dietary supplement by 21st Century with 1 active ingredient.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 DHA by 21st Century
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.
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.
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 summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Medication interactions could not be assessed, and safety information could not be assessed.
Assessment coverage: 0 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 23, 2023.
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 DHA, straight from the product label.
| Brand | 21st Century |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 740985271759 |
| Net contents | 60 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 23, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 282959 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Pregnant Women, Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Lactating |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for DHA by 21st Century, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.5 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid | 200 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Sunflower Oil, High Oleic, Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, FD&C Red #40, Annatto
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Formulation
Support for fetal brain, eye and spinal cord development
Contains no fish, mercury or PCBs
Guaranteed quality Laboratory tested
Formula
For pregnant & nursing mothers
Plant-sourced DHA
Doctors recommend DHA during pregnancy & while nursing
One daily Women's
Prenatal With folic acid, DHA & iron
21st Century Prenatal DHA softgels are a non-fish source of omega-3 fatty acids that help support mother and baby during pregnancy and breast feeding.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
2 step: 60 tablets 60 softgels
Individual results may vary.
Trusted quality for over 30 years
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, adults take one (1) tablet and one (1) softgel daily with a meal or as directed by a healthcare provider. Do not exceed recommended dosage.
Use at all three key stages of pregnancy Before - During - After
Prenatal DHA softgels can be taken in combination with the prenatal multivitamin.
Precautions
Do not exceed recommended dosage.
Warning: Consult a healthcare provider prior to use if pregnant, nursing, taking medications, including blood thinners, have a medical condition or are planning a medical procedure.
Stop use and contact a physician if adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if product appears to be tampered with or seal is broken.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
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.
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DHA by 21st Century 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 DHA by 21st Century
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Docosahexaenoic Acid
Other (inactive) ingredients: Sunflower Oil, High Oleic, Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, FD&C Red #40, Annatto. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
DHA by 21st Century Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in DHA. 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 DHA, from the product label.
21st Century
See all 21st Century products- Name
- 21st Century HealthCare, Inc.
- Street Address
- 2119 S. Wilson St.
- City
- Tempe
- State
- AZ
- ZipCode
- 85282
- Web Address
- 21stcenturyvitamins.com
DHA by 21st Century: Common Questions
Does DHA by 21st Century interact with any medications?
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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
DHA'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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