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High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Simply Supplements

Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Simply Supplements with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for source of omega-3 (ala) fatty acids, heart and cholesterol health, dry skin and inflammation.Based on those ingredients, 293 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Flaxseed Oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg by Simply Supplements

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: flaxseed oil at 1000 mg per capsule. Flaxseed oil is a plant oil rich in alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid.

The capsule shell and other inactive ingredients are gelatin, glycerin, purified water, and caramel color.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Flaxseed Oil's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: heart health and omega-3 fatty acid support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, Metabolic syndrome, cholesterol health — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Flaxseed Oil is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Hyperlipidemia (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Flaxseed Oil is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Atherosclerosis, Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hypertension, Metabolic syndrome.

The evidence for flaxseed oil's effectiveness is limited. Our data shows it's rated possibly ineffective for obesity, high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), rheumatoid arthritis, and bipolar disorder — meaning clinical trials haven't shown it works reliably for these conditions.

If you're considering it for any of these uses, talk with your doctor about whether it's a reasonable choice for you.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Flaxseed Oil

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.

Flaxseed oil is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. A small number of people (around 3%) have reported changes in bowel habits, dry mouth, or indigestion at doses around 5 grams daily; very high doses (30 grams or more daily) have been linked to loose stools and diarrhea.

Severe allergic reactions like anaphylaxis are rare. Because safety data is limited, it's best to check with your doctor before starting, and definitely get medical advice before using it while breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Flaxseed Oil

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?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Flaxseed Oil.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 293 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 taking this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (Moderate risk of increased bleeding), antihypertensive drugs for blood pressure (Moderate risk of lower readings), or ezetimibe (Zetia) for cholesterol (Moderate risk of reduced effectiveness).

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

High Strength Flaxseed Oil may be worth considering if you're interested in an omega-3 supplement, but you'll need to be careful if you take blood thinners, blood pressure medications, or ezetimibe — check with your own doctor or pharmacist first. Safety data is incomplete, so run your exact medications through the checker on this page, and talk it over with your healthcare provider before you start.

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 Feb 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Simply Supplements
Barcode (UPC) 5060370563753
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 24, 2017
DSLD ID 70640
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg by Simply Supplements, 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:
3 Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
5060370563753
IngredientAmount% DV
Flaxseed Oil1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, purified Water, Caramel color

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Label statements
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General Statements

Alternative to fish oil for Omega 3

Do not exceed stated dose.

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Formula

Product information Flaxseed oil contains Omega 6 fatty acids which like ALA and Omega 3 fatty acids, have been widely researched, particularly in relation to heart health.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested daily intake Take one to three capsules daily as a food supplement or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Important information If you are taking any prescription medication, you have a medical condition or you have specific concerns about the suitability of our products, always consult your GP or Pharmacist prior to taking supplements.

Keep away from children at all times.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Pregnant or lactating women should consult a Doctor before using this product.

Allergy Advice: Contains an ingredient derived from Beef.

Food supplement: This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet.

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

General

E532

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High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg by Simply Supplements label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg by Simply Supplements

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.

Flaxseed Oil

Interacts with
293 drugs
1000 mg per serving

Flaxseed oil is a plant-based source of the omega-3 fatty acid ALA, which the body can partly convert to the omega-3s found in fish oil. It may help s...

Flaxseed Oil monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified Water, Caramel color. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg by Simply Supplements Drug Interactions

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293Drugs
293 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg 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.

Flaxseed Oil3 drug types · 293 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, using flaxseed oil in combination with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might have additive effects and increase the risk of bleeding.
Small clinical studies show that consuming flaxseed oil might decrease platelet aggregation and increase bleeding time.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, combining flaxseed oil with other antihypertensive drugs might have additive effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Some clinical evidence suggests that long-term consumption of flaxseed oil can modestly lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure, while other clinical research shows no effect.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Ezetimibe (Zetia)

Concomitant use of flaxseed oil and ezetimibe reduces the absorption of alpha-linolenic acid from flaxseed oil.
In one clinical study, concomitant consumption of ezetimibe 10 mg daily with flaxseed oil 2 grams providing 1 gram of alpha-linolenic acid daily blocked the absorption of alpha-linolenic acid, resulting in an overall reduction in alpha-linolenic plasma levels from baseline.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg, from the product label.

Simply Supplements

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Name
Simply Supplements
Street Address
PO Box 1330
City
Peterborough
ZipCode
PE2 2PW
Phone Number
0800 988 0292
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High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg by Simply Supplements: Common Questions

Does High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg by Simply Supplements interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 mg has a known interaction with 293 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 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.
Is flaxseed oil safe during pregnancy?
Our data shows flaxseed oil is rated possibly safe during pregnancy, but there isn't robust safety information. Talk with your doctor before taking it while pregnant — they can weigh the evidence for your individual situation.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Safety information during breastfeeding is limited, so use only with medical advice from your doctor or a lactation specialist. Don't start it without checking first.
Does flaxseed oil actually lower cholesterol?
Our data rates flaxseed oil possibly ineffective for high cholesterol. Clinical trials haven't shown it works reliably for this purpose, so it shouldn't be your main strategy for managing cholesterol.
What side effects should I expect?
Most people tolerate it well. A small number report changes in bowel habits, dry mouth, or indigestion at typical doses. Very high doses (30 grams daily and up) have been tied to loose stools and diarrhea. Severe allergic reactions are rare.
Why does this product have so many medication interactions listed?
The interactions listed span 293 individual medications across just three drug types — blood thinners, blood pressure drugs, and one cholesterol medication. That's because each drug type includes many different specific drugs. The checker on this page will tell you whether any of YOUR medications are among them.

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The Full Monographs Behind High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 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

High Strength Flaxseed Oil 1000 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 21 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.

Flaxseed Oil 21 references
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  2. Ramon JM, Bou R, Romea S, et al. Dietary fat intake and prostate cancer risk: a case-control study in Spain. Cancer Causes Control 2000;11:679-85. PubMed
  3. Nordstrom DC, Honkanen VE, Nasu Y, et al. Alpha-linolenic acid in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. A double-blind, placebo-controlled and randomized study: flaxseed vs. safflower seed. Rheumatol Int 1995;14:231-4. PubMed
  4. De Stefani E, Deneo-Pellegrini H, Boffetta P, et al. Alpha-linolenic acid and risk of prostate cancer: a case-control study in Uruguay. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2000;9:335-8.
  5. Giovannucci E, Rimm EB, Colditz GA, et al. A prospective study of dietary fat and risk of prostate cancer. J Natl Cancer Inst 1993;85:1571-9. PubMed
  6. Bloedon LT, Szapary PO. Flaxseed and cardiovascular risk. Nutr Rev 2004;62:18-27. DOI
  7. Laaksonen DE, Laukkanen JA, Niskanen L, et al. Serum linoleic and total polyunsaturated fatty acids in relation to prostate and other cancers: a population-based cohort study. Int J Cancer 2004;111:444-50.. PubMed
  8. Brouwer IA, Katan MB, Zock PL. Dietary alpha-linolenic acid is associated with reduced risk of fatal coronary heart disease, but increased prostate cancer risk: a meta-analysis. J Nutr 2004;134:919-22.
  9. Paschos GK, Magkos F, Panagiotakos DB, et al. Dietary supplementation with flaxseed oil lowers blood pressure in dyslipidaemic patients. Eur J Clin Nutr 2007;61:1201-6. PubMed
  10. Harper CR, Edwards MC, Jacobson TA. Flaxseed oil supplementation does not affect plasma lipoprotein concentration or particle size in human subjects. J Nutr 2006;136:2844-8. PubMed
  11. University of Montreal. Pregnant Women Consuming Flaxseed Oil Have High Risk Of Premature Birth.ScienceDaily, October 29, 2008. Available at: www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/10/081027140817.htm (Accessed May 14, 2009).
  12. Allman, M. A., Pena, M. M., and Pang, D. Supplementation with flaxseed oil versus sunflowerseed oil in healthy young men consuming a low fat diet: effects on platelet composition and function. Eur.J Clin.Nutr. 1995;49(3):169-178.
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  15. Blackwood DP, LaVallee RK, Al Busaidi A, Jassal DS, Pierce GN. A randomized trial of the effects of ezetimibe on the absorption of omega-3 fatty acids in cardiac disease patients: a pilot study. Clin Nutr ESPEN. 2015 Oct;10(5):e155-e159. PubMed
  16. Morshedzadeh N, Shahrokh S, Aghdaei HA, et al. Effects of flaxseed and flaxseed oil supplement on serum levels of inflammatory markers, metabolic parameters and severity of disease in patients with ulcerative colitis. Complement Ther Med. 2019;46:36-43. PubMed
  17. Downie LE, Hom MM, Berdy GJ, et al. An artificial tear containing flaxseed oil for treating dry eye disease: A randomized controlled trial. Ocul Surf. 2020;18(1):148-157. PubMed
  18. Saleh-Ghadimi S, Kheirouri S, Golmohammadi A, Moludi J, Jafari-Vayghan H, Alizadeh M. Effect of flaxseed oil supplementation on anthropometric and metabolic indices in patients with coronary artery disease: A double-blinded randomized controlled trial. J PubMed
  19. Jamilian M, Tabassi Z, Reiner Z, et al. The effects of n-3 fatty acids from flaxseed oil on genetic and metabolic profiles in patients with gestational diabetes mellitus: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Br J Nutr. 2020;123(7):792-799
  20. Li L, Li H, Gao Y, Vafaei S, Zhang X, Yang M. Effect of flaxseed supplementation on blood pressure: a systematic review, and dose-response meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. Food Funct 2023;14(2):675-690. PubMed
  21. Mahmudiono T, Jasim SA, Karim YS, et al. The effect of flaxseed oil consumption on blood pressure among patients with metabolic syndrome and related disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. Phytother Res 2022;36(10):

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