Lecithin 1200 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by BIOVEA
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lecithin 1200 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 1200 mg is a dietary supplement by BIOVEA 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 1200 mg by BIOVEA
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 has 4 active ingredients: phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylinositol, and phosphatidic acid — all naturally occurring phospholipids sourced from soy lecithin. Phosphatidylcholine is the main one we have effectiveness data for.
The softgel capsules also contain soy lecithin oil, gelatin, vegetable glycerine, and water as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Phosphatidylcholine is possibly effective for ulcerative colitis (an inflammatory bowel condition). For nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, alcohol-related liver disease, Alzheimer disease, and anxiety, the evidence is insufficient — we simply don't have enough reliable data to say whether it works.
The other three phospholipids in this product don't have effectiveness ratings on file.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Phosphatidylcholine is generally well tolerated when taken orally. The most common side effects are altered taste, bloating, diarrhea, itching, nausea, sweating, and vomiting — though not everyone experiences them.
Large doses (30 grams per day) are more likely to cause digestive upset and diarrhea; even smaller doses have triggered bloating, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting in some people. Choline (a component of phosphatidylcholine) is needed in pregnancy, but the safety of taking it as a supplement beyond what's in food hasn't been well studied — talk with your doctor before using this product while pregnant.
There isn't enough reliable data on this supplement during breastfeeding; check with your healthcare provider first.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. However, we hold no interaction data for phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylinositol, or phosphatidic acid, so confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that this product is safe to combine with any medications you take.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
This product may be worth considering if you're interested in phosphatidylcholine for ulcerative colitis, though the evidence is only modest. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it — especially since we couldn't check three of the four active ingredients for interactions.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 22, 2021.
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 1200 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | BIOVEA |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 818423022901 |
| Net contents | 120 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 22, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 248979 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lecithin 1200 mg by BIOVEA, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Soy Lecithin | 1200 mg | -- |
| Phosphatidylcholine | 156 mg | -- |
| Phosphatidylethanolamine | 96 mg | -- |
| Phosphatidylinositol | 108 mg | -- |
| Phosphatidic Acid | 36 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Soy Lecithin Oil, Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerine, Water
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Seals/Symbols
GMP Compliant
Formulation
Gluten free Non-GMO Dairy Free
General Statements
Premium quality guaranteed since 2001. BIOVEA is committed to product quality to support you and your family's wellness goals. Because we feel so strongly about the quality, potency and purity of our products, we 100% guarantee your satisfaction with every purchase.
Guaranteed premium quality
Essential phospholipid
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Daily Intake: Take 1 softgel, 1-2 times daily with meals.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, consult a healthcare professional before using this product.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use this product if the safety seal on the bottle is broken.
Contains: Soy.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Lecithin 1200 mg by BIOVEA 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 1200 mg by BIOVEA
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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Soy 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...
Soy Lecithin monograph & interactions- › Phosphatidylcholine
- › Phosphatidylethanolamine
- › Phosphatidylinositol
- › Phosphatidic Acid
Other (inactive) ingredients: Soy Lecithin Oil, Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerine, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lecithin 1200 mg by BIOVEA Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lecithin 1200 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 1200 mg, from the product label.
BIOVEA
See all BIOVEA products- Name
- BIOVEA
- Street Address
- 9160 E. Bahia Dr.
- City
- Scottsdale
- State
- AZ
- ZipCode
- 85260
- Web Address
- www.biovea.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Lecithin 1200 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Lecithin
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 most of its health claims is limited, t...
Read the full Lecithin monograph → Herb & supplement monographPhosphatidylcholine
Phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid that is part of every cell membrane and a source of choline. People take it for liver, brain, and gut health, but solid human evidence is limited for mo...
Read the full Phosphatidylcholine monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Lecithin 1200 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 24 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:
Phosphatidylcholine 15 references
- Domino EF, May WW, Demetriou S, et al. Lack of clinically significant improvement of patients with tardive dyskinesia following phosphatidylcholine therapy. Biol Psychiatry 1985;20:1189-96. PubMed
- Aronson PJ, Lorincz AL. Promotion of palmar sweating with oral phosphatidylcholine. Acta Derm Venereol 1985;65:19-24. DOI
- Hexsel DM, Serra M, de Oliveira Dal'Forno T, et al. Cosmetic uses of injectable phosphatidylcholine on the face. Otolaryngol Clin North Am 2005;38:1119-29. PubMed
- Kopera D, Binder B, Toplak H, et al. Histopathologic changes after intralesional application of phosphatidylcholine for lipoma reduction: report of a case. Am J Dermatopathol 2006;28:331-3. PubMed
- Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of lower lid bulging due to prominent fat pads. Dermatol Surg 2001;27:391-2. PubMed
- Rotunda AM, Kolodney MS. Mesotherapy and phosphatidylcholine injections: historical clarification and review. Dermatol Surg 2006;32:465-80. PubMed
- Hexsel D, Serra M, Mazzuco R, et al. Phosphatidylcholine in the treatment of localized fat. J Drugs Dermatol 2003;2:511-8.
- Hasengschwandtner F. Phosphatidylcholine treatment to induce lipolysis. Cosmet Dermatol 2005;4:308-13. PubMed
- Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of localized fat deposits. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2003;27:315-8. PubMed
- Ablon G, Rotunda AM. Treatment of lower eyelid fat pads using phosphatidylcholine: clinical trial and review. Dermatol Surg 2004;30:422-7. PubMed
- Loguercio C, Andreone P, Brisc C, et al. Silybin combined with phosphatidylcholine and vitamin E in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: a randomized controlled trial. Free Radic Biol Med 2012;52(9):1658-65. PubMed
- Panos, J. M., Palson, R., Johnson, R., Portmann, B., and Williams, R. Polyunsaturated phosphatidylcholine for acute alcoholic hepatitis: a double blind randomized placebo controlled trial. Eur.J.Gastroenterol 1990;2:351-355.
- Stremmel W, Braun A, Hanemann A, Ehehalt R, Autschbach F, Karner M. Delayed release phosphatidylcholine in chronic-active ulcerative colitis: a randomized, double-blinded, dose finding study. J Clin Gastroenterol 2010;44(5):e101-7. PubMed
- Stremmel W, Ehehalt R, Autschbach F, Karner M. Phosphatidylcholine for steroid-refractory chronic ulcerative colitis: a randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2007;147(9):603-10. PubMed
- Stremmel W, Vural H, Evliyaoglu O, Weiskirchen R. Delayed Release Phosphatidylcholine is Effective for Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis: A Meta-Analysis. Dig Dis 2021;39(5):508-515. 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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