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Krill Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by High Level

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

Krill is a dietary supplement by High Level with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart and cholesterol support, high triglycerides, joint pain and inflammation.Based on those ingredients, 838 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Krill Oil. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Krill by High Level

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 4 active ingredients.
  • “Krill Oil” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (500 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

High Level Krill contains four active ingredients: eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (both omega-3 fatty acids derived from krill oil), krill oil itself, and astaxanthin (a natural red pigment with antioxidant properties). The product is made in softgel capsules with gelatin, glycerin, and water as inactive ingredients.

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 Astaxanthin's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Heart health and anti-aging support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Hyperlipidemia, Hypertriglyceridemia, Aging skin, Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) — and 3 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Astaxanthin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Astaxanthin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Aging skin, Hyperlipidemia.

The astaxanthin in this product has been studied for age-related cognitive decline, age-related macular degeneration (AMD, an eye condition), aging skin, Alzheimer disease, athletic performance, and carpal tunnel syndrome — but the evidence for any of these uses is insufficient to rate at this time. We hold no effectiveness data on the omega-3 fatty acids in this formulation (eicosapentaenoic acid, docosahexaenoic acid, and krill oil).

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Krill Oil Astaxanthin

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.

Astaxanthin is generally well tolerated in studies, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects reported are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red fecal color (a harmless discoloration).

A small number of trial participants taking higher doses experienced severe stomach pain. Because there isn't enough safety data, the evidence advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you if you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant.

We hold no pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data for the other ingredients.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Krill Oil Astaxanthin

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 — Astaxanthin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 672 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, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take any medications broken down by CYP3A4 or CYP2B6 enzymes — common examples include certain statins, blood pressure drugs, psychiatric medications, and cancer treatments. These are theoretical interactions shown only in lab studies so far, but your own medications should be verified against your healthcare provider's records.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

High Level Krill is a krill-oil supplement with astaxanthin that may theoretically lower levels of certain medications processed through two liver enzyme systems, though this has not yet been confirmed in humans. If you take prescription medications — especially those for heart rhythm, blood pressure, cancer, or psychiatric conditions — check your exact drugs with the tool on this page and talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should discuss this product with their healthcare provider.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 22, 2023.

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 Krill, straight from the product label.

Brand High Level
Barcode (UPC) 680286998064
Net contents 30 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 22, 2023
DSLD ID 287438
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Krill by High Level, 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 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
680286998064
IngredientAmount% DV
Eicosapentaenoic Acid0 NP--
Docosahexaenoic Acid0 NP--
Krill Oil500 mg--
Astaxanthin0 NP--
Phospholipids0 NP--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Glycerin

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formulation

No soy Salt Yeast Gluten Sugar Dairy or eggs Starch Preservatives

Supports a healthy heart. Helps with anti-aging.

Gluten free

Formula

Live high level with our krill oil

Strong in Omega 3.

Ultra premium pure krill oil North pacific ocean krill Omega 3, EPA, DHA

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) softgel twice a day. For best results take 20-30 min before a meal with an 8 oz glass of water or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Contains shellfish (krill) derivative.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in the USA GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Certified

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Krill by High Level label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Krill by High Level

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

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Krill Oil

Interacts with
208 drugs
500 mg per serving

Krill oil is a source of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) bound to phospholipids, which may help absorption. It is most studied for lowering triglyce...

Krill Oil monograph & interactions
  • › Eicosapentaenoic Acid
  • › Docosahexaenoic Acid
  • › Astaxanthin
  • › Phospholipids

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

Interaction report

Krill by High Level Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Krill Oil 208

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Krill 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.

Krill Oil2 drug types · 208 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, krill oil may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Taking high doses of omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil can modestly decrease platelet aggregation. Since krill oil also contains these fatty acids, taking high doses of krill oil might also inhibit platelet aggregation. Theoretically, taking high doses of krill oil with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs might increase the risk of bleeding. However, the omega-3 content of krill oil is much lower than that of fish oil.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking krill oil with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Some research in animals and humans shows that krill oil might lower blood glucose levels. However, a small study shows that taking krill oil does not reduce blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes, most of whom were taking antidiabetes drugs.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Krill, from the product label.

High Level

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Name
High Level, LLC
City
Glendale
State
CA
ZipCode
91203
Phone Number
1-833-444-4585
Web Address
www.LiveHighLevel.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Krill by High Level: Common Questions

Does Krill by High Level interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Krill has a known interaction with 838 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Krill 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 astaxanthin, and why is it in krill supplements?
Astaxanthin is a natural red pigment found in krill and other marine life. It's added to supplements for its antioxidant properties, though evidence supporting specific health benefits is still limited.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data on astaxanthin in pregnancy or breastfeeding, so the evidence advises against it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your individual situation — they know your health history and can give you personalized advice.
What are the most common side effects?
Astaxanthin is generally well tolerated. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red fecal color (a harmless discoloration of your stool). At higher doses, some people have experienced severe stomach pain.
Does it work for age-related eye problems or cognitive decline?
Astaxanthin has been studied for age-related macular degeneration and age-related cognitive decline, but the evidence is currently insufficient to rate either use. More research is needed.
How do I know if this product interacts with my medications?
Astaxanthin may theoretically slow the clearance of drugs metabolized by your liver's CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 enzymes — though this has only been shown in lab studies so far. Use the medication search tool on this page to check your exact prescriptions, then discuss the results with your doctor or pharmacist.

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Sources & How We Checked

Krill'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.

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The 16 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.

Krill Oil 13 references
  1. Leaf A. On the reanalysis of the GISSI-Prevenzione. Circulation 2002;105:1874-5. PubMed
  2. Connor WE. n-3 Fatty acids from fish and fish oil: panacea or nostrum? Am J Clin Nutr 2001;74;415-6. PubMed
  3. Calder PC. N-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, inflammation and immunity: pouring oil on troubled waters or another fishy tale? Nutr Res 2001;21:309-41. DOI
  4. Bunea R, El Farrah K, Deutsch L. Evaluation of the effects of Neptune Krill Oil on the clinical course of hyperlipidemia. Altern Med Rev 2004;9:420-8.
  5. Sampalis F, Bunea R, Pelland MF, et al. Evaluation of the effects of Neptune Krill Oil on the management of premenstrual syndrome and dysmenorrhea. Altern Med Rev 2003;8:171-9.
  6. Harris WS, Miller M, Tighe AP, et al. Omega-3 fatty acids and coronary heart disease risk: clinical and mechanistic perspectives. Atherosclerosis 2008;197:12-24. PubMed
  7. Tandy S, Chung RW, Wat E, et al. Dietary krill oil supplementation reduces hepatic steatosis, glycemia, and hypercholesterolemia in high-fat-fed mice. J Agric Food Chem 10-14-2009;57:9339-45. PubMed
  8. Maki, K. C., Reeves, M. S., Farmer, M., Griinari, M., Berge, K., Vik, H., Hubacher, R., and Rains, T. M. Krill oil supplementation increases plasma concentrations of eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids in overweight and obese men and women. Nutr.R PubMed
  9. Albert BB, Derraik JG, Brennan CM, et al. Supplementation with a blend of krill and salmon oil is associated with increased metabolic risk in overweight men. Am J Clin Nutr 2015;102(1):49-57.
  10. Berge K, Musa-Veloso K, Harwood M, Hoem N, Burri L. Krill oil supplementation lowers serum triglycerides without increasing low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in adults with borderline high or high triglyceride levels. Nutr Res 2014;34(2):126-33. PubMed
  11. Lobraico JM, DiLello LC, Butler AD, Cordisco ME, Petrini JR, Ahmadi R. Effects of krill oil on endothelial function and other cardiovascular risk factors in participants with type 2 diabetes, a randomized controlled trial. BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care. 2015 PubMed
  12. van der Wurff ISM, von Schacky C, Bergeland T, Zeegers MP, Kirschner PA, de Groot RHM. Krill oil supplementation's effect on school grades in typically developing adolescents. Prostaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty Acids 2023;191:102553. PubMed
  13. van der Wurff ISM, von Schacky C, Bergeland T, et al. Effect of 1 year krill oil supplementation on cognitive achievement of Dutch adolescents: A double-blind randomized controlled trial. Nutrients. 2019;11(6):1230. PubMed

See these in context on the Krill Oil monograph →

Astaxanthin 3 references
  1. Kupcinskas L, Lafolie P, Lignell A, et al. Efficacy of the natural antioxidant astaxanthin in the treatment of functional dyspepsia in patients with or without Helicobacter pylori infection: A prospective, randomized, double blind, and placebo-controlled
  2. Kistler, A., Liechti, H., Pichard, L., Wolz, E., Oesterhelt, G., Hayes, A., and Maurel, P. Metabolism and CYP-inducer properties of astaxanthin in man and primary human hepatocytes. Arch.Toxicol. 2002;75(11-12):665-675. PubMed
  3. Choi HD, Youn YK, Shin WG. Positive effects of astaxanthin on lipid profiles and oxidative stress in overweight subjects. Plant Foods Hum Nutr. 2011;66:363-369. PubMed

See these in context on the Astaxanthin monograph →

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