Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NaturesPlus
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg 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
Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg is a dietary supplement by NaturesPlus with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, liver health, brain and memory support.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 Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg by NaturesPlus
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 5 active ingredients, all phospholipids derived from egg yolk. Phosphatidylcholine is the primary one — a compound your cells use to build and repair their membranes, and it plays a role in how your brain handles certain chemical messengers.
The other actives are phosphatidylinositol, phosphatidylethanolamine, egg lipids, and sphingolipids, which work together as part of the lecithin complex. The capsule also contains inactive ingredients (cellulose, silica, magnesium stearate, di-calcium phosphate, and purified water) that help hold the formula together and make it easier to swallow.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
Phosphatidylcholine is possibly effective for ulcerative colitis (inflammatory bowel disease), meaning some evidence suggests it may help, but more research is needed to be sure. For nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), alcohol-related liver disease, Alzheimer disease, and anxiety, the evidence is not yet reliable enough to rate whether it works — there simply isn't enough solid data yet.
If you're considering this product for one of those conditions, talk it over with your doctor; they can tell you whether the evidence fits your situation and whether it makes sense alongside your other treatments.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Phosphatidylcholine is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth in supplement amounts. At high doses (particularly 30 grams a day or more), it may cause digestive upset and diarrhea; even smaller doses have occasionally caused bloating, diarrhea, altered taste, nausea, and vomiting in some people.
Choline (which your body gets from phosphatidylcholine) is needed during pregnancy, but the safety of supplements beyond food sources during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been well studied. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your doctor before starting this product — they can advise you based on your individual needs.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we could check in this product. That said, confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that it's right for you before you start, especially if you take any prescription medications.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
This supplement is a source of phospholipids from egg yolk and is generally well tolerated in normal doses. It's worth considering if you have ulcerative colitis and want to explore supportive options alongside your doctor's care.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications at all, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first to make sure it fits your situation.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 24, 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 Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NaturesPlus |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 097467041738 |
| Net contents | 180 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Oct 24, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 298332 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg by NaturesPlus, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% |
| Phosphatidylcholine | 43 mg | -- |
| Phosphatidylinositol | 1 mg | -- |
| Phosphatidylethanolamine | 10 mg | -- |
| Lecithin | 600 mg | -- |
| Egg Lipids | 220 mg | -- |
| Lecithin Phospholipids | 55 mg | -- |
| Sphingolipids | 1 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Di-Calcium Phosphate, Water, Purified
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Formulation
Free from artificial colors and artificial preservatives. Free from the allergens milk, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat and soy. Soy Free Gluten Free
Weight Support
Storage
Refrigerate after opening. Keep tightly closed.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been not evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Copyright Natural Organics
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
DIRECTIONS: Two capsules twice daily or as directed. Capsules can also be opened and sprinkled onto food.
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Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg by NaturesPlus label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg by NaturesPlus
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule 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.
Lecithin
No knowninteractions
Lecithin is a natural fatty substance found in foods and made by the body that is widely used as a supplement and food emulsifier. Evidence supporting...
Lecithin monograph & interactions- › Egg Lipids
Lecithin Phospholipids
No knowninteractions
Lecithin is a natural fatty substance found in foods and made by the body that is widely used as a supplement and food emulsifier. Evidence supporting...
Lecithin Phospholipids monograph & interactions- › Phosphatidylcholine
- › Phosphatidylinositol
- › Phosphatidylethanolamine
- › Sphingolipids
Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Di-Calcium Phosphate, Water, Purified. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg by NaturesPlus Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg. 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 Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg, from the product label.
NaturesPlus
See all NaturesPlus products- Name
- Natural Organics Laboratories, Inc. makers of Nature's Plus
- Street Address
- 9500 New Horizons Blvd.
- City
- Amityville
- State
- New York
- ZipCode
- 11701
- Web Address
- www.naturesplus.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Lecithin
Lecithin is a natural fatty substance found in foods and made by the body that is widely used as a supplement and food emulsifier. Evidence supporting most of its health claims is limited, t...
Read the full Lecithin monograph → Herb & supplement monographPhosphatidylcholine
Phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid that is part of every cell membrane and a source of choline. People take it for liver, brain, and gut health, but solid human evidence is limited for mo...
Read the full Phosphatidylcholine monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Egg Yolk Lecithin 600 mg'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 24 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.
Phosphatidylcholine 15 references
- Domino EF, May WW, Demetriou S, et al. Lack of clinically significant improvement of patients with tardive dyskinesia following phosphatidylcholine therapy. Biol Psychiatry 1985;20:1189-96. PubMed
- Aronson PJ, Lorincz AL. Promotion of palmar sweating with oral phosphatidylcholine. Acta Derm Venereol 1985;65:19-24. DOI
- Hexsel DM, Serra M, de Oliveira Dal'Forno T, et al. Cosmetic uses of injectable phosphatidylcholine on the face. Otolaryngol Clin North Am 2005;38:1119-29. PubMed
- Kopera D, Binder B, Toplak H, et al. Histopathologic changes after intralesional application of phosphatidylcholine for lipoma reduction: report of a case. Am J Dermatopathol 2006;28:331-3. PubMed
- Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of lower lid bulging due to prominent fat pads. Dermatol Surg 2001;27:391-2. PubMed
- Rotunda AM, Kolodney MS. Mesotherapy and phosphatidylcholine injections: historical clarification and review. Dermatol Surg 2006;32:465-80. PubMed
- Hexsel D, Serra M, Mazzuco R, et al. Phosphatidylcholine in the treatment of localized fat. J Drugs Dermatol 2003;2:511-8.
- Hasengschwandtner F. Phosphatidylcholine treatment to induce lipolysis. Cosmet Dermatol 2005;4:308-13. PubMed
- Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of localized fat deposits. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2003;27:315-8. PubMed
- Ablon G, Rotunda AM. Treatment of lower eyelid fat pads using phosphatidylcholine: clinical trial and review. Dermatol Surg 2004;30:422-7. PubMed
- Loguercio C, Andreone P, Brisc C, et al. Silybin combined with phosphatidylcholine and vitamin E in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: a randomized controlled trial. Free Radic Biol Med 2012;52(9):1658-65. PubMed
- Panos, J. M., Palson, R., Johnson, R., Portmann, B., and Williams, R. Polyunsaturated phosphatidylcholine for acute alcoholic hepatitis: a double blind randomized placebo controlled trial. Eur.J.Gastroenterol 1990;2:351-355.
- Stremmel W, Braun A, Hanemann A, Ehehalt R, Autschbach F, Karner M. Delayed release phosphatidylcholine in chronic-active ulcerative colitis: a randomized, double-blinded, dose finding study. J Clin Gastroenterol 2010;44(5):e101-7. PubMed
- Stremmel W, Ehehalt R, Autschbach F, Karner M. Phosphatidylcholine for steroid-refractory chronic ulcerative colitis: a randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2007;147(9):603-10. PubMed
- Stremmel W, Vural H, Evliyaoglu O, Weiskirchen R. Delayed Release Phosphatidylcholine is Effective for Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis: A Meta-Analysis. Dig Dis 2021;39(5):508-515. PubMed
Lecithin 9 references
- Buchman AL, Dubin M, Jenden D, et al. Lecithin increases plasma free choline and decreases hepatic steatosis in long-term total parenteral nutrition patients. Gastroenterology 1992;102:1363-70.
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline (2000). Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://b
- Chatellier G, Lacomblez L. Tacrine (tetrahydroaminoacridine; THA) and lecithin in senile dementia of the Alzheimer type: a multicentre trial. Groupe Francais d'Etude de la Tetrahydroaminoacridine. BMJ 1990;300:495-9.
- Gelenberg AJ, Dorer DJ, Wojcik JD, et al. A crossover study of lecithin treatment of tardive dyskinesia. J Clin Psychiatry 1990;51:149-53.
- Little A, Levy R, Chuaqui-Kidd P, Hand D. A double-blind, placebo controlled trial of high-dose lecithin in Alzheimer's disease. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 1985;48:736-42. PubMed
- Palm M, Moneret-Vautrin DA, Kanny G, et al. Food allergy to egg and soy lecithins. Allergy 1999;54:1116-7. PubMed
- Drachman DA, Glosser G, Fleming P, et al. Memory decline in the aged: treatment with lecithin and physostigmine. Neurology 1982;32:944-50. PubMed
- Gelenberg, A. J., Doller-Wojcik, J. C., and Growdon, J. H. Choline and lecithin in the treatment of tardive dyskinesia: preliminary results from a pilot study. Am J Psychiatry 1979;136(6):772-776. PubMed
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21, Chapter 1, Subchapter B, Part 184: Direct food substances affirmed as Generally Recognized as Safe. Subpart B - listing of specific substances affirmed as GRAS. Sec. 184.1400 Lecithin. Available at: https:
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