Lecithin 1,200 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lecithin 1,200 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
Lecithin 1,200 mg is a dietary supplement by Vitamer Laboratories with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, liver health, brain and memory support.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 Lecithin 1,200 mg by Vitamer Laboratories
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: lecithin at 1,200 mg per softgel capsule. Lecithin is a fatty substance derived from soybeans that's sometimes used to support cognitive and nervous system function.
The capsule also includes inactive ingredients — glycerin, soybean oil, water, and the capsule material itself — which help deliver the lecithin but don't add active benefit.
Does it work?
Not established
For Alzheimer disease, lecithin is rated likely ineffective based on the evidence we have. For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, we don't hold enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or doesn't.
For TPN-associated hepatic steatosis (a liver condition linked to nutrition support), the evidence is also insufficient. If you're considering this for a specific condition, talk with your doctor about whether it makes sense for your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lecithin is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, fullness, and nausea — usually mild.
If you have an egg or soy allergy, lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions, so avoid this product. During pregnancy and lactation, lecithin is rated likely safe, though the product label suggests checking with your healthcare provider before using supplements.
If you have any concerns about whether it's right for you, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for lecithin. That said, no documented interactions is not a guarantee none exist — always run your specific medications through the checker on this page, and mention this product to your doctor or pharmacist before you start.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Lecithin 1,200 mg is well tolerated by most people and carries no documented drug interactions. It's not proven effective for Alzheimer disease or cognitive decline, and the evidence is thin for other uses.
If you're taking it for a specific reason, confirm with your doctor that it fits your needs. Always mention any new supplement to your pharmacist or doctor, especially if you have allergies or take other medications.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 21, 2016.
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 Lecithin 1,200 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Vitamer Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 719985140402 |
| Net contents | 100 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 21, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 67275 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lecithin 1,200 mg by Vitamer Laboratories, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lecithin | 1200 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Capsule, Glycerin, Soybean Oil, Water
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General Statements
Typical Analysis: Phosphatidyl Choline (from Soy) 180 mg Phosphatidyl Inositol (from Soy) 102 mg Phosphatidyl Ethanolamine (from Soy) 144 mg
Lecithin is the popular name for a compound mixture known as phosphatides.
In addition, lecithin promotes health of the liver and the reproductive system.
We guarantee our supplements for potency and purity
Promotes liver and reproductive health
Formula
Our lecithin supplement provides three forms of phosphatides to support memory function and learning.
Derived from Soy
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
Double Verified Gluten Free
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Take one or more softgels daily with food.
Formulation
Contains no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives; no wheat, gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, crustacean shellfish or fish.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
General
VVL 140-100G
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Lecithin 1,200 mg by Vitamer Laboratories 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 Lecithin 1,200 mg by Vitamer Laboratories
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 container100 Amounts shown are per serving.
Lecithin
No knowninteractions
Lecithin is a natural fatty substance found in foods and made by the body that is widely used as a supplement and food emulsifier. Evidence supporting...
Lecithin monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Capsule, Glycerin, Soybean Oil, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lecithin 1,200 mg by Vitamer Laboratories Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lecithin 1,200 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 Lecithin 1,200 mg, from the product label.
Lecithin 1,200 mg by Vitamer Laboratories: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Lecithin 1,200 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Lecithin 1,200 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 9 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.
Lecithin 9 references
- Buchman AL, Dubin M, Jenden D, et al. Lecithin increases plasma free choline and decreases hepatic steatosis in long-term total parenteral nutrition patients. Gastroenterology 1992;102:1363-70.
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline (2000). Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://b
- Chatellier G, Lacomblez L. Tacrine (tetrahydroaminoacridine; THA) and lecithin in senile dementia of the Alzheimer type: a multicentre trial. Groupe Francais d'Etude de la Tetrahydroaminoacridine. BMJ 1990;300:495-9.
- Gelenberg AJ, Dorer DJ, Wojcik JD, et al. A crossover study of lecithin treatment of tardive dyskinesia. J Clin Psychiatry 1990;51:149-53.
- Little A, Levy R, Chuaqui-Kidd P, Hand D. A double-blind, placebo controlled trial of high-dose lecithin in Alzheimer's disease. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 1985;48:736-42. PubMed
- Palm M, Moneret-Vautrin DA, Kanny G, et al. Food allergy to egg and soy lecithins. Allergy 1999;54:1116-7. PubMed
- Drachman DA, Glosser G, Fleming P, et al. Memory decline in the aged: treatment with lecithin and physostigmine. Neurology 1982;32:944-50. PubMed
- Gelenberg, A. J., Doller-Wojcik, J. C., and Growdon, J. H. Choline and lecithin in the treatment of tardive dyskinesia: preliminary results from a pilot study. Am J Psychiatry 1979;136(6):772-776. PubMed
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21, Chapter 1, Subchapter B, Part 184: Direct food substances affirmed as Generally Recognized as Safe. Subpart B - listing of specific substances affirmed as GRAS. Sec. 184.1400 Lecithin. Available at: https:
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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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