Evening Primrose Oil 500 Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by GNC Women's
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Evening Primrose Oil 500 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
Evening Primrose Oil 500 is a dietary supplement by GNC Women's with 0 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 Evening Primrose Oil 500 by GNC Women's
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.
The source label data is too incomplete to assess.
Why this rating?
- The source label data didn't include any active-ingredient rows for us to check.
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 summaryFormula whose disclosure could not be assessed with no assessable stated purpose. Medication interactions could not be assessed, and safety information could not be assessed.
Assessment coverage: 0 of 0 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 21, 2017.
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 Evening Primrose Oil 500, straight from the product label.
| Brand | GNC Women's |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 30 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Oct 21, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 79163 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Evening Primrose Oil 500 by GNC Women's, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Calories from Fat | 5 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Fat | 0.5 Gram(s) | 1% |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin
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General
CODE 303911 JRG
General Statements
This Program Includes: Evening Primrose Oil 500
Actual size Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration.
Our quality commitment to you Since 1935, our mission as the industry leader has been to provide you with the highest-quality nutritional supplements. We continue to stand behind this mission. If you're not 100% satisfied with your purchase, return the unused portion of the product with your receipt within 30 days and we'll either refund your money or find you a replacement product that is right for you. Please recycle this box.
Comprehensive nutritional program to support beauty from within
30-day program
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one softgel capsule daily with food.
Formula
Typical Fatty Acid Profile Per One Capsule: Linoleic Acid (LA)(Omega-6) 350 mg Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA)(Omega-6) 40 mg
Evening primrose oil for healthy skin and hormonal balance
Get support for beautiful hair, skin and nails with this comprehensive daily nutritional program. Evening Primrose Oil Promotes healthy skin and is a natural source of GLA, which supports hormonal balance.
Precautions
Warning: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.
Keep out of reach of children.
Formulation
No artificial colors, no artificial flavors, no wheat, gluten free, no dairy, yeast free.
Gf Gluten free
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Seals/Symbols
Gf Gluten free
FDA Statement of Identity
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.
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Evening Primrose Oil 500 by GNC Women's 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 Evening Primrose Oil 500 by GNC Women's
These are the 0 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Softgel Capsule(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Evening Primrose Oil 500 by GNC Women's Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Evening Primrose Oil 500. 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 Evening Primrose Oil 500, from the product label.
GNC Women's
See all GNC Women's products- Name
- General Nutrition Corporation
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15222
- Web Address
- www.gnc.com
Evening Primrose Oil 500 by GNC Women's: Common Questions
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Where does this information come from?
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Sources & How We Checked
Evening Primrose Oil 500'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.
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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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