Fucus Immune Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NutriCology
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First and foremost: checking Fucus Immune 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.
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Fucus Immune is a dietary supplement by NutriCology with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for thyroid support, iodine source, weight management.Based on those ingredients, 891 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Fucus Immune by NutriCology
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Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.
Why this rating?
- The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
- No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.
The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.
Why this rating?
- 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Fucus Vesiculosus.
- The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
- Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; lithium.
- For scale: 892 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.
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.
HelloPharmacist summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 25, 2020.
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 Fucus Immune, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NutriCology |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 713947571501 |
| Net contents | 30 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 235537 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Fucus Immune by NutriCology, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) extract | 250 mg | -- |
| heat-treated Lactobacillus plantarum L-137 | 50 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, L-Leucine, Silicon Dioxide, Microcrystalline Cellulose
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Formula
Fucus-Immune contains Maritech Synergy, a fucoidan seaweed extract, and heat-treated L. plantarum L-137 (Immuno-LP20), a stable immunobiotic.
With Immuno-LP20 & Maritech Synergy Fucoidan
Maritech Organic Fucoidan Immuno-LP20
Formulation
Together they support healthy lung and respiratory function, healthy gut lining and gut immunity, and antioxidant activity.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use As a dietary supplement, 1 capsule daily, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. May be taken with or without food.
Precautions
Warning: Not intended for use by children, or by pregnant or lactating women.
Warning: Not intended for use by children, or by pregnant or lactating women.
Contains: Milk (in trace amounts)
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, tightly capped. Best refrigerated for long term storage.
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.
General Statements
NutriCology Innovative Nutrition
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Brand IP Statement(s)
Maritech is a registered trademark of Marinova Pty Ltd Australia. Immuno-LP20 is a registered trademark of House Foods Group Inc.
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Fucus Immune by NutriCology label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Fucus Immune by NutriCology
These are the 2 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.
Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) extract
Interacts with891 drugs
Fucus vesiculosus (bladderwrack) is a brown seaweed rich in iodine that has been used traditionally for thyroid concerns, weight, and skin. There is l...
Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) extract monograph & interactionsHeat-treated Lactobacillus plantarum L-137
Other (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, L-Leucine, Silicon Dioxide, Microcrystalline Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Fucus Immune by NutriCology Drug Interactions
Fucus Immune contains 2 ingredients, and 1 of them has known drug interactions. Altogether it interacts with 891 medications. Here’s the picture, then you can look up your own drug.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Fucus Immune interact with 891 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 2 ingredients in Fucus Immune interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) extract
AmiodaroneCordarone, Pacerone
How Amiodarone interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractCytochrome P450 2c8 (cyp2c8) Substrates, Amiodarone (cordarone) +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP2C8 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Amiodarone interactionCarbimazoleNeo-Mercazole
How Carbimazole interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractAntithyroid Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Carbimazole interactionConjugated EstrogensCenestin, Enjuvia, Premarin, Premarin Vaginal Cream
How Conjugated Estrogens interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Thyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP3A4 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Conjugated Estrogens interactionDesiccated Thyroid ExtractWesthroid, WP Thyroid
How Desiccated Thyroid Extract interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Desiccated Thyroid Extract interactionDesiccated Thyroid Extract (prescription Drug)Nature-Throid, Thyrar
How Desiccated Thyroid Extract (prescription Drug) interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Desiccated Thyroid Extract (prescription Drug) interactionDextrothyroxineCholoxin
How Dextrothyroxine interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Dextrothyroxine interactionHuman Chorionic Gonadotropin (hcg)Pregnyl
How Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hcg) interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hcg) interactionLevothyroxineEltroxin, Estre, Euthyrox, Levo-T, Levolet, Levothroid +5 more
How Levothyroxine interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Levothyroxine interactionLevothyroxine SodiumErmez, Thyquidity, Tirosint-Sol
How Levothyroxine Sodium interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Levothyroxine Sodium interactionLevothyroxine, LiothyronineArmour Thyroid
How Levothyroxine, Liothyronine interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Levothyroxine, Liothyronine interactionLiothyronineCytomel
How Liothyronine interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Liothyronine interactionLiotrixEuthroid 1, Euthroid 1/2, Euthroid 3
How Liotrix interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Liotrix interactionLiotrix, T4/t3Euthroid 2
How Liotrix, T4/t3 interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Liotrix, T4/t3 interactionLithium Carbonate (prescription Drug)Eskalith, Lithium Carbonate
How Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractLithium Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus and lithium has resulted in hyperthyroidism.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interactionMenotropinsMenopur, Repronex
How Menotropins interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Menotropins interactionMethenamine MandelateMandelamine, Methimazole
How Methenamine Mandelate interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractAntithyroid Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Methenamine Mandelate interactionMethimazoleTapazole
How Methimazole interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractAntithyroid Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Methimazole interactionOspemifeneOsphena
How Ospemifene interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Thyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP3A4 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Ospemifene interactionPotassium Iodide (prescription Drug)Thyro-Block
How Potassium Iodide (prescription Drug) interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractAntithyroid Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Potassium Iodide (prescription Drug) interactionPropylthiouracil, PtuPropylthiouracil
How Propylthiouracil, Ptu interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractAntithyroid Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Propylthiouracil, Ptu interactionTestosterone UndecanoateAndriol, Aveed, Jatenzo, Kyzatrex
How Testosterone Undecanoate interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Testosterone Undecanoate interactionThyroglobulinProloid
How Thyroglobulin interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Thyroglobulin interactionThyroid HormoneEtwon
How Thyroid Hormone interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractThyroid Hormone Moderate
Interaction Summary
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Thyroid Hormone interactionAdo-trastuzumab EmtansineKadcyla
How Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP3A4 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Ado-trastuzumab Emtansine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Fucus vesiculosus with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Abciximab interactionAbemaciclibVerzenio
How Abemaciclib interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP3A4 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Abemaciclib interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP3A4 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP3A4 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2c9 (cyp2c9) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Fucus vesiculosus with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcalabrutinibCalquence
How Acalabrutinib interacts with Fucus Immune — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) ExtractCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP3A4 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
Read the full Bladderwrack (fucus Vesiculosus) Extract + Acalabrutinib interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Fucus Immune with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosus) extract
Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Theoretically, combining Fucus vesiculosus with amiodarone might cause excessively high iodine levels.
Fucus vesiculosus contains high concentrations of iodine. Amiodarone contains 37.3% iodine and can increase iodine levels. Concomitant use might increase the risk of having excessive iodine levels and adversely affecting thyroid function. Monitor thyroid function.
Antithyroid Drugs
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of antithyroid drugs.
Fucus vesiculosus contains high concentrations of iodine. Iodine in high doses has been reported to cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, depending on the individual's past medical history. Taking Fucus vesiculosus while using antithyroid drugs could alter the effects of the antithyroid drugs.
Lithium
Concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus and lithium has resulted in hyperthyroidism.
There is a case of hyperthyroidism occurring in a patient taking Fucus vesiculosus and lithium. Monitor thyroid hormones closely in patients taking lithium and Fucus vesiculosus concomitantly.
Thyroid Hormone
Due to its iodine content, Fucus vesiculosus might alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Fucus vesiculosus contains high concentrations of iodine. Iodine in high doses has been reported to cause both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, depending on the individual's past medical history. Taking Fucus vesiculosus while using thyroid hormone could alter the effects of thyroid hormone.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, taking Fucus vesiculosus with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
In vitro evidence suggests that a constituent of Fucus vesiculosus, known as fucoidan, has anticoagulant effects. However, in clinical research, fucoidan does not seem to have significant anticoagulant activity when taken orally, possibly due to poor absorption.
Cytochrome P450 2C8 (Cyp2C8) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP2C8 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
In vitro research shows that fucoidan, a constituent of Fucus vesiculosus, inhibits CYP2C8. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP2C9 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
In vitro research shows that fucoidan, a constituent of Fucus vesiculosus, inhibits CYP2C9. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP2D6 substrates might alter the effects of these substrates.
In vitro research shows that fucoidan, a constituent of Fucus vesiculosus, both inhibits and induces CYP2D6. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, concomitant use of Fucus vesiculosus with CYP3A4 substrates might increase the risk for adverse effects.
In vitro research shows that fucoidan, a constituent of Fucus vesiculosus, inhibits CYP3A4. This interaction has not been reported in humans.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Fucus Immune, from the product label.
NutriCology
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- NutriCology
- City
- South Salt Lake
- State
- UT
- ZipCode
- 84115
- Phone Number
- 800.545.9960
- Web Address
- www.nutricology.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Fucus Immune’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Fucus Immune'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.
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The 15 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.
Fucus Vesiculosus 15 references
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