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Eye Support Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Dr. Mercola

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Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Eye Support 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Eye Support is a dietary supplement by Dr. Mercola with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye health, age-related macular degeneration, cataract prevention.Based on those ingredients, 751 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are organic Astaxanthin powder, Zeaxanthin. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Eye Support by Dr. Mercola

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.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 4 of its 4 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Eye Support contains four active ingredients. Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids — plant pigments that concentrate in your eye's macula, the part responsible for sharp central vision.

Astaxanthin is another carotenoid with antioxidant properties. Anthocyanins are flavonoid compounds found in plants.

We couldn't verify the exact dose or form of anthocyanins in this product from the facts provided.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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
Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Eye support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Asthenopia (eye strain), Cataracts, Central serous retinopathy, Choroideremia, Diabetic retinopathy — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Lutein is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Lutein is rated "Possibly Effective" for Cataracts.
  • Also on file: Zeaxanthin is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Lutein and zeaxanthin are possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and lutein for cataracts, based on the evidence we hold. Both show insufficient evidence for other conditions listed, including cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease.

Astaxanthin's effectiveness for any condition — including AMD, cognitive decline, and athletic performance — is not established in the data we have; the evidence is insufficient to rate it. Anthocyanins' effectiveness cannot be assessed from our data.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lutein Astaxanthin Zeaxanthin

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 2 of the 3 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Lutein is generally well tolerated at typical supplement doses up to 20 mg daily with no adverse effects reported. It's likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, though supplement safety during breastfeeding hasn't been well studied, so check with your doctor.

Astaxanthin is generally well tolerated in studies, but long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools; higher doses (40 mg daily) have caused severe stomach pain in a small number of trial participants.

Astaxanthin should be avoided in pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough safety data. Zeaxanthin is generally well tolerated at typical doses and is likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, though supplement safety during breastfeeding hasn't been well studied.

No adverse effects are documented for zeaxanthin.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lutein Astaxanthin Zeaxanthin

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 2 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Astaxanthin, Zeaxanthin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 752 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before you start, double-check with your pharmacist if you take diabetes medications (a Moderate interaction with zeaxanthin) or drugs broken down by your liver's CYP3A4 enzyme system like some statins, blood pressure drugs, and immunosuppressants (a Moderate interaction with astaxanthin). We could not check anthocyanins for interactions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

If you have AMD or cataracts and want a lutein and zeaxanthin supplement, this product offers ingredients with some supporting evidence. But check with your pharmacist first if you take any liver-metabolized medications, diabetes drugs, or are pregnant or breastfeeding — astaxanthin in particular needs a safety conversation in those situations.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 3 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 22, 2021.

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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Eye Support, straight from the product label.

Brand Dr. Mercola
Barcode (UPC) 813006012355
Net contents 30 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2021
DSLD ID 250162
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Eye Support by Dr. Mercola, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
813006012355
IngredientAmount% DV
Anthocyanins50 mg--
Lutein10 mg--
organic Astaxanthin powder2 mg--
Zeaxanthin2 mg--

Other ingredients: Tapioca Maltodextrin, Capsule, Sucrose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Tapioca Starch, Mixed Tocopherols

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Adults, as a dietary supplement, take one (1) capsule daily.

Formulation

For eye support

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is broken.

If you are nursing, pregnant, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult your physician before taking this product.

General Statements

Dr. Mercola has been providing quality products since 2001.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Eye Support by Dr. Mercola label

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Eye Support label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Eye Support by Dr. Mercola

These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 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.

Anthocyanins

50 mg per serving Form: Black Currant fruit extract

Lutein

No known
interactions
10 mg per serving Form: Marigold flower extract

Lutein is a plant-based antioxidant pigment that concentrates in the eye, and the best evidence suggests it (often combined with zeaxanthin) may help...

Lutein monograph & interactions

Organic Astaxanthin powder

Interacts with
671 drugs
2 mg per serving Form: Haematococcus pluvialis

Astaxanthin is a reddish carotenoid pigment with strong antioxidant activity in the lab, and it is widely promoted for skin, eye, heart, and exercise...

Organic Astaxanthin powder monograph & interactions

Zeaxanthin

Interacts with
86 drugs
2 mg per serving Form: Marigold flower extract

Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment that, along with lutein, concentrates in the macula of the eye and may help support long-term eye health. The stron...

Zeaxanthin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Tapioca Maltodextrin, Capsule, Sucrose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Tapioca Starch, Mixed Tocopherols. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Eye Support by Dr. Mercola Drug Interactions

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751Drugs
751 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

organic Astaxanthin powder 671
Zeaxanthin 86

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Eye Support interact with 751 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

2 of the 4 ingredients in Eye Support interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. organic Astaxanthin powder Zeaxanthin

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Eye Support with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

organic Astaxanthin powder2 drug types · 671 drugs

Cytochrome P450 2B6 (Cyp2B6) Substrates

Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2B6.
In vitro research shows that astaxanthin induces cytochrome CYP2B6 enzyme activity in human hepatocytes. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, astaxanthin may decrease levels of drugs metabolized by CYP3A4.
In vitro research shows that astaxanthin induces CYP3A4 enzyme activity in human hepatocytes. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
organic Astaxanthin powder full monograph & interactions

Zeaxanthin1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking zeaxanthin with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
In an animal diabetic model, zeaxanthin has hypoglycemic effects. However, population research has found that increasing intake of dietary zeaxanthin plus lutein does not decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Zeaxanthin full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Eye Support, from the product label.

Dr. Mercola

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Name
NHP
Street Address
125 SW 3rd Place
City
Cape Coral
State
FL
ZipCode
33991
Phone Number
(877) 985-2696
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Eye Support by Dr. Mercola: Common Questions

Does Eye Support by Dr. Mercola interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Eye Support has a known interaction with 751 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Eye Support contains 4 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Does this help with age-related macular degeneration?
Lutein and zeaxanthin are both possibly effective for AMD based on the evidence we hold. Astaxanthin doesn't have enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it helps. Your eye doctor can tell you whether this supplement fits your specific situation.
Is it safe to take while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Lutein and zeaxanthin are likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. Astaxanthin should be avoided in pregnancy and breastfeeding — there isn't enough safety data. Talk with your OB or pharmacist before starting any supplement while pregnant or nursing.
What are the most common side effects?
Astaxanthin may cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, or red-colored stools. The others are generally well tolerated with no reported adverse effects at typical doses. If you experience stomach pain, stop and contact your pharmacist.
Can I take this with my blood pressure medication?
Some blood pressure drugs are broken down by your liver's CYP3A4 system, and astaxanthin may theoretically lower their levels. Check the specific medication with your pharmacist using the tool on this page — don't skip that step.
Is there enough evidence that astaxanthin works?
The evidence for astaxanthin in the conditions listed — AMD, cognitive decline, athletic performance — is insufficient to rate. We don't yet have reliable data showing it works for those purposes.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Eye Support’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Lutein

Lutein is a plant-based antioxidant pigment that concentrates in the eye, and the best evidence suggests it (often combined with zeaxanthin) may help slow progression of age-related macular...

Read the full Lutein monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Astaxanthin

Interacts with 671 drugs

Astaxanthin is a reddish carotenoid pigment with strong antioxidant activity in the lab, and it is widely promoted for skin, eye, heart, and exercise benefits. Early human studies are promis...

Read the full Astaxanthin monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Zeaxanthin

Interacts with 86 drugs

Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment that, along with lutein, concentrates in the macula of the eye and may help support long-term eye health. The strongest evidence relates to slowing progres...

Read the full Zeaxanthin monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Eye Support'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.

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 9 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.

Lutein 2 references
  1. Brown L, Rimm EB, Seddon JM, et al. A prospective study of carotenoid intake and risk of cataract extraction in US men. Am J Clin Nutr 1999;70:517-24. PubMed
  2. Chasan-Taber L, Willett WC, Seddon JM, et al. A prospective study of carotenoid and vitamin A intakes and risk of cataract extraction in US women. Am J Clin Nutr 1999;70:509-16. PubMed

See these in context on the Lutein monograph →

Astaxanthin 3 references
  1. Kupcinskas L, Lafolie P, Lignell A, et al. Efficacy of the natural antioxidant astaxanthin in the treatment of functional dyspepsia in patients with or without Helicobacter pylori infection: A prospective, randomized, double blind, and placebo-controlled
  2. Kistler, A., Liechti, H., Pichard, L., Wolz, E., Oesterhelt, G., Hayes, A., and Maurel, P. Metabolism and CYP-inducer properties of astaxanthin in man and primary human hepatocytes. Arch.Toxicol. 2002;75(11-12):665-675. PubMed
  3. Choi HD, Youn YK, Shin WG. Positive effects of astaxanthin on lipid profiles and oxidative stress in overweight subjects. Plant Foods Hum Nutr. 2011;66:363-369. PubMed

See these in context on the Astaxanthin monograph →

Zeaxanthin 4 references
  1. Montonen J, Knekt P, Jarvinen R, Reunanen A. Dietary antioxidant intake and risk of type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care 2004;27:362-6. PubMed
  2. Leermakers ET, Darweesh SK, Baena CP, et al. The effects of lutein on cardiometabolic health across the life course: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Clin Nutr 2016;103(2):481-94. PubMed
  3. Kou L, Du M, Zhang C, Dai Z, Li X, Zhang B. The Hypoglycemic, Hypolipidemic, and Anti-Diabetic Nephritic Activities of Zeaxanthin in Diet-Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Sprague Dawley Rats. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2017;182(3):944-955. PubMed
  4. Xu X, Zhao X, Berde Y, Low YL, Kuchan MJ. Milk and Plasma Lutein and Zeaxanthin Concentrations in Chinese Breast-Feeding Mother-Infant Dyads With Healthy Maternal Fruit and Vegetable Intake. J Am Coll Nutr 2019;38(2):179-184. PubMed

See these in context on the Zeaxanthin monograph →

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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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