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Dietary supplement

Lecithin 1200 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Bronson Laboratories

Softgel Capsule Category: Other Combinations
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Lecithin 1200 mg is a dietary supplement by Bronson Laboratories with 2 active ingredients. 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 Bronson 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.

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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 4 of its 4 active ingredients.
  • “Lecithin” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (1,200 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Bronson Laboratories Lecithin 1200 mg contains 4 active ingredients: phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylinositol, and phosphorus. These are phospholipids and a mineral that play roles in cell membranes and metabolism.

The softgel capsule also contains gelatin, glycerin, and purified water as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Natural source of choline, inositol and linoleic acid.
  • We looked for evidence on: Memory, Age-related cognitive decline, Alzheimer disease, Dementia, Hyperlipidemia, Hyperlipoproteinemia — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Phosphatidylcholine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Ulcerative colitis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Phosphatidylcholine is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Alcohol-related liver disease, Alzheimer disease, Hyperlipidemia, Hyperlipoproteinemia, and more.

Phosphatidylcholine, the main active ingredient, 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 to rate its effectiveness.

We hold no effectiveness data for the other active ingredients in this product.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lecithin Phosphatidylcholine

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.

Phosphatidylcholine is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. At high doses — particularly 30 grams per day or more — it can cause digestive upset and diarrhea; even smaller doses have been reported to cause bloating, diarrhea, altered taste, nausea, and vomiting in some people.

You may also experience increased sweating and itching. Choline (which phosphatidylcholine provides) is needed during pregnancy, but there isn't enough study of supplement safety beyond food sources — check with your doctor before taking this while pregnant.

Similarly, there isn't enough data on supplement use while breastfeeding; talk with your healthcare provider first.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lecithin Phosphatidylcholine

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. However, because phosphorus, phosphatidylinositol, and phosphatidylethanolamine were not checked, ask your pharmacist to review your specific medications before you start.

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.

Bronson Lecithin 1200 mg may be worth considering if you're looking into phosphatidylcholine for ulcerative colitis, though evidence is modest. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — especially since we couldn't check a few of the product's ingredients for interactions.

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 Apr 26, 2012.

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 Lecithin 1200 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Bronson Laboratories
Barcode (UPC) 716563060015
Net contents 100 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 26, 2012
DSLD ID 8342
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lecithin 1200 mg by Bronson Laboratories, 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)
UPC/BARCODE
716563060015
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Calories from Fat10 Calorie(s)--
Total Fat1 Gram(s)2%
Saturated Fat0 Gram(s)--
Phosphorus24 mg2%
Phosphatidylinositol108 mg--
Phosphatidylcholine180 mg--
Phosphatidylethanolamine144 mg--
Lecithin1200 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, purified Water

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Label statements
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Formula

Contains Soy.

Storage

Store at room temperature. Protect from light.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Brand IP Statement(s)

DIRECTIONS: As a dietary supplement, adults and children 12 or more years of age, 1 softgel 3 to 6 times daily or as directed by a health professional.

General Statements

Made in USA

EST. 1960

NATURAL SOURCE OF CHOLINE, INOSITOL AND LINOLEIC ACID

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

General

No. 60A

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Lecithin 1200 mg by Bronson Laboratories label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lecithin 1200 mg by Bronson Laboratories

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

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

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Phosphorus

24 mg per serving

Lecithin

No known
interactions
1200 mg per serving

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 & interactions

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

Interaction report

Lecithin 1200 mg by Bronson Laboratories 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.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Lecithin 1200 mg, from the product label.

Bronson Laboratories

Name
Bronson Laboratories
City
Lindon
State
UT
ZipCode
84042
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lecithin 1200 mg by Bronson Laboratories: Common Questions

Does Lecithin 1200 mg by Bronson Laboratories interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Lecithin 1200 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lecithin 1200 mg contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 does phosphatidylcholine do?
Phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid that's a major part of cell membranes. It's possibly effective for ulcerative colitis. For other conditions like fatty liver disease or Alzheimer disease, the evidence so far isn't strong enough to rate it.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Choline (from phosphatidylcholine) is needed in pregnancy, but supplement safety beyond what you get from food is not well studied. Talk with your doctor before starting this product while pregnant so you can decide together.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable data on supplement use of phosphatidylcholine while breastfeeding. Check with your healthcare provider first.
What side effects might I notice?
Most people tolerate it well when taken by mouth. At typical doses, some people report altered taste, bloating, diarrhea, nausea, or increased sweating and itching. Higher doses are more likely to cause digestive upset.
Will this help with fatty liver disease?
The evidence for phosphatidylcholine in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is insufficient to rate — we don't have enough reliable data to say whether it works.

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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.

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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.

Phosphatidylcholine 15 references
  1. 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
  2. Aronson PJ, Lorincz AL. Promotion of palmar sweating with oral phosphatidylcholine. Acta Derm Venereol 1985;65:19-24. DOI
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of lower lid bulging due to prominent fat pads. Dermatol Surg 2001;27:391-2. PubMed
  6. Rotunda AM, Kolodney MS. Mesotherapy and phosphatidylcholine injections: historical clarification and review. Dermatol Surg 2006;32:465-80. PubMed
  7. Hexsel D, Serra M, Mazzuco R, et al. Phosphatidylcholine in the treatment of localized fat. J Drugs Dermatol 2003;2:511-8.
  8. Hasengschwandtner F. Phosphatidylcholine treatment to induce lipolysis. Cosmet Dermatol 2005;4:308-13. PubMed
  9. Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of localized fat deposits. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2003;27:315-8. PubMed
  10. Ablon G, Rotunda AM. Treatment of lower eyelid fat pads using phosphatidylcholine: clinical trial and review. Dermatol Surg 2004;30:422-7. PubMed
  11. 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
  12. 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.
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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

See these in context on the Phosphatidylcholine monograph →

Lecithin 9 references
  1. 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.
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. Gelenberg AJ, Dorer DJ, Wojcik JD, et al. A crossover study of lecithin treatment of tardive dyskinesia. J Clin Psychiatry 1990;51:149-53.
  5. 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
  6. Palm M, Moneret-Vautrin DA, Kanny G, et al. Food allergy to egg and soy lecithins. Allergy 1999;54:1116-7. PubMed
  7. Drachman DA, Glosser G, Fleming P, et al. Memory decline in the aged: treatment with lecithin and physostigmine. Neurology 1982;32:944-50. PubMed
  8. 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
  9. 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:

See these in context on the Lecithin monograph →

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