Floraglo Lutein 40 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Windmill
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Floraglo Lutein 40 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
Floraglo Lutein 40 mg is a dietary supplement by Windmill with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye health, age-related macular degeneration, cataract prevention.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 Floraglo Lutein 40 mg by Windmill
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 one active ingredient: lutein at 40 mg per capsule. Lutein is a carotenoid — a plant pigment your eyes naturally concentrate to protect the retina.
The remaining ingredients are inactive: dicalcium phosphate, gelatin, magnesium stearate, and silica work as the capsule shell and binding agents.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Lutein is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts — two common eye conditions that blur or damage central vision as you age. The evidence for other conditions we checked — retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, necrotizing enterocolitis, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia — did not support its use.
If you're taking this for AMD or cataract prevention, the science shows promise, but talk with your eye doctor about whether it fits your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated. In trials, doses up to 20 mg daily caused no adverse effects — this product supplies 40 mg, so you're getting a higher amount.
The safety data on supplement doses at this level is less complete than for food sources, so it's worth discussing with your doctor before starting, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or have an eye condition. Lutein is naturally in breast milk; the concern is whether higher supplement doses are safe during nursing, and that hasn't been well studied.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for lutein. You don't need to worry about this product conflicting with your medications.
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 concerned about AMD or cataract risk and want a lutein supplement, Floraglo is a straightforward single-ingredient option with no drug interactions to worry about. The evidence supports its use for these eye conditions, though it's not a guarantee.
Talk with your eye doctor or pharmacist before starting, particularly if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or already treating an eye condition.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 24, 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 Floraglo Lutein 40 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Windmill |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 035046003852 |
| Net contents | 30 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 24, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 71545 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Floraglo Lutein 40 mg by Windmill, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lutein | 40 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Take 1 capsule daily as a dietary supplement or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not purchase if seal is broken.
Storage
Protect from heat, light & moisture. Store in a cool, dry place.
Brand IP Statement(s)
FloraGLO is a registered trademark of Kemin Industries, Inc.
Formulation
No sugar, starch, wheat, milk, soy, artificial colors, flavors or preservatives Gluten free
General Statements
Made in the U.S.A.
Trusted since 1972
Natural vitamins
Pharmacist recommended Supports eye health Provides antioxidant support
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
ITEM: 385 / TC: E04103N2
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Floraglo Lutein 40 mg by Windmill 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 Floraglo Lutein 40 mg by Windmill
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Lutein
No knowninteractions
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 & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Floraglo Lutein 40 mg by Windmill Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Floraglo Lutein 40 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 Floraglo Lutein 40 mg, from the product label.
Windmill
- Name
- Windmill Health Products
- Street Address
- 10 Henderson Drive
- City
- West Caldwell
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07006
- Web Address
- www.windmillvitamins.com
Floraglo Lutein 40 mg by Windmill: Common Questions
Does Floraglo Lutein 40 mg by Windmill interact with any medications?
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Where does this information come from?
Does lutein actually help with macular degeneration or cataracts?
Is 40 mg the right dose?
Can I take it if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Will this interfere with my medications?
What are the inactive ingredients, and do I need to worry about them?
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The Full Monographs Behind Floraglo Lutein 40 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Floraglo Lutein 40 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 2 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
- 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
- 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
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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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