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FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Doctor's Best

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg is a dietary supplement by Doctor's Best with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, heart and circulation health, blood sugar 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 FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg by Doctor's Best

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 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: Seanol (from Ecklonia Cava, a type of brown seaweed), 400 mg per capsule. Seanol is a polyphenol extract from kelp.

The inactive ingredients are rice powder, modified cellulose, and magnesium stearate (a flow agent).

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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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: heart memory joints muscles immune metabolism.
  • We looked for evidence on: Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Osteoarthritis, Metabolic syndrome, Hypercholesterolemia, Diabetes, Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes) — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Ecklonia Cava is rated "Possibly Effective" for Hypercholesterolemia (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Ecklonia Cava is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Diabetes, Osteoarthritis, Impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes), and more.

Seanol is possibly effective for high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia). For athletic performance, diabetes, and cancer, the evidence we have isn't strong enough to rate whether it works.

The research supporting the cholesterol claim comes from clinical trials, but more studies would help confirm how well it works in real-world use.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Ecklonia Cava

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 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Seanol has been used short-term in studies, but long-term safety isn't well established. Seaweed can carry high iodine levels, and the safety data here is limited — it's best avoided, especially if you have thyroid concerns or take thyroid medication.

A small number of trial participants reported mild side effects: one person each reported nausea, indigestion (dyspepsia), or diarrhea, and one reported hair loss (alopecia). There isn't enough safety data for breastfeeding, so it's best avoided if you're nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Ecklonia Cava

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for Seanol. However, because seaweed can carry high iodine, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this if you're on any thyroid medication or have thyroid concerns.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're looking for support with cholesterol and want to try a seaweed-derived supplement, Seanol may be worth considering — the evidence suggests it's possibly effective. Because seaweed can contain high iodine and long-term safety isn't well established, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you have thyroid issues or take thyroid medication, or if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 28, 2019.

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 FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Doctor's Best
Barcode (UPC) 753950001961
Net contents 90 Veggie Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 28, 2019
DSLD ID 203152
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg by Doctor's Best, 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:
3 Veggie Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Veggie Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
753950001961
IngredientAmount% DV
Seanol1200 mg--

Other ingredients: Rice powder, Modified Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Formula

Doctor’s Best FibroBoost contains Seanol, a unique polyphenol complex that is able to cross the blood-brain barrier, allowing for antioxidant support of the brain and neural tissues.

General Statements

FibroBoost has been studied for safety and efficacy for nearly two decades and has been found to support the heart, memory, joints, muscles, immune function and healthy metabolism. Helps promote healthy blood circulation and metabolism Helps support cardiovascular health Helps support healthy brain function

Unique marine polyphenol complex that supports joint and muscle function

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.

General

YDRB196-2

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Science-Based Nutrition

Fibroboost and Seanol are registered trademarks of Simply Healthy LLC.

Seals/Symbols

Vegan

Formulation

Vegan

Non-GMO Gluten Free Soy Free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Adult Use: Take 3 capsules daily before meals, or as recommended by a nutritionally-informed physician. Do not exceed 6 capsules in a 24-hour period.

Precautions

Do not exceed 6 capsules in a 24-hour period.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

See for yourself

FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg by Doctor's Best label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg by Doctor's Best

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size3 Veggie Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Seanol

No known
interactions
1200 mg per serving

Ecklonia cava is an edible brown seaweed rich in plant compounds called phlorotannins that are studied as antioxidants. Early human and lab research h...

Seanol monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Rice powder, Modified Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg by Doctor's Best Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg, from the product label.

Doctor's Best

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Name
Doctor's Best, Inc.
State
California
Phone Number
(800) 777-2474
Web Address
www.drbvitamins.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg by Doctor's Best: Common Questions

Does FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg by Doctor's Best interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism 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.
What is Seanol?
Seanol is a polyphenol extract from Ecklonia Cava, a brown seaweed (kelp). It's been studied mainly for its effects on cholesterol.
Does Seanol really help with cholesterol?
The evidence suggests it's possibly effective for high cholesterol, meaning clinical trials show promise — but more research would help confirm how much it helps in everyday use.
Is it safe to take long-term?
Long-term safety isn't well established in the data we have. Studies have looked at short-term use mainly. Seaweed can carry high iodine, which matters if you have thyroid concerns, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it long-term.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data for breastfeeding, so it's best avoided if you're nursing. For pregnancy, the safety data is also limited — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you before taking it.
What side effects has it caused?
A small number of trial participants reported mild side effects: one person each experienced nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, or hair loss. Most people in the trials didn't report side effects.
Does this product have fillers?
Yes — the inactive ingredients are rice powder, modified cellulose, and magnesium stearate. These are standard excipients used as binders and flow agents in capsules.

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The Full Monographs Behind FibroBoost with Seanol 400 mg’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

FibroBoost with Seanol 400 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.

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 1 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.

Ecklonia Cava 1 reference
  1. Lee DH, Park MY, Shim BJ, et al. Effects of Ecklonia cava polyphenol in individuals with hypercholesterolemia: a pilot study. J Med Food. 2012;15(11):1038-44.

See these in context on the Ecklonia Cava monograph →

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