High Strength Lutein 10 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking High Strength Lutein 10 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
High Strength Lutein 10 mg is a dietary supplement by Simply Supplements 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 High Strength Lutein 10 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: lutein 10 mg per capsule. Lutein is a natural plant pigment — a carotenoid — that your body doesn't make, so you get it from food or supplements.
The inactive ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose, gelatin, and magnesium stearate, which are fillers and binders that hold the capsule together.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Lutein is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts — two common eye conditions — based on the evidence we have on file. For retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and necrotizing enterocolitis, the data suggests it's probably not effective.
Evidence for most conditions remains limited, so talk with your doctor about whether it makes sense for your specific situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein at dietary levels and in typical supplement doses — including doses up to 20 mg daily — is generally well tolerated, with no reported adverse effects in the trials we hold data for. The safety rating for pregnancy and lactation is "likely safe." That said, the data on higher supplement doses during breastfeeding isn't extensive, so if you're breastfeeding or pregnant, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially at this 10 mg strength.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for this product's lutein content. That's not a guarantee none exist, so if you take any medications, feel free to check them against the interaction tool on this page or ask your own pharmacist.
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 interested in supporting eye health, particularly around age-related changes, this product might be worth considering — the evidence for AMD and cataracts is promising, though not ironclad. No interactions are documented for the lutein it contains.
Talk with your own doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you and your medical history.
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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
General information
Key facts about High Strength Lutein 10 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Simply Supplements |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 5060370562503 |
| Net contents | 120 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 24, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 70299 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for High Strength Lutein 10 mg by Simply Supplements, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lutein | 10 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate
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General Statements
Product Information Lutein is a naturally occuring fat-soluble pigment found in a small number of plants. This carotenoid is absorbed by the body and transported in the blood to the eye, especially the retina, where it is concentrated in the macular, the most visually sensitive and active part of the retina. Therefore, experts believe consuming Lutein may help maintain healthy eyes.
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Popular carotenoid found within the eye
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Daily Intake Take two to four 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.
Do not exceed stated dose.
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.
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Quality Assured
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High Strength Lutein 10 mg by Simply Supplements 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 High Strength Lutein 10 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.
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: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
High Strength Lutein 10 mg by Simply Supplements Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in High Strength Lutein 10 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 High Strength Lutein 10 mg, from the product label.
Simply Supplements
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- Simply Supplements
- Street Address
- PO Box 1330
- City
- Peterborough
- ZipCode
- PE2 2PW
- Phone Number
- 0800 988 0292
High Strength Lutein 10 mg by Simply Supplements: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind High Strength Lutein 10 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
High Strength Lutein 10 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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