Lecithin 1200 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by tnvitamins
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 tnvitamins 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 tnvitamins
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 softgel contains one active ingredient: lecithin, a naturally occurring fatty substance found in animal and plant tissues. The capsule itself is made with gelatin, glycerin, and purified water.
Lecithin has been studied for a range of brain and metabolic conditions, though the evidence supporting its use varies widely depending on the claim.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for lecithin is mixed. For Alzheimer disease, it's rated likely ineffective — meaning the evidence points against it for that use.
For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or not. There's also insufficient evidence on its use for TPN-associated hepatic steatosis (a liver complication related to intravenous nutrition).
If you're thinking about taking it for a specific condition, talk with your doctor about what the science actually supports.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lecithin is generally considered safe in food and supplement amounts. When taken by mouth, it's well tolerated by most people.
The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, feeling full, and nausea — these tend to be mild. If you have an egg or soy allergy, lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions, since it's often derived from those sources.
It's likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, though it's worth mentioning to your doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if you're using it to help with clogged milk ducts.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for lecithin. Still, if you're on any medications, it's worth a quick chat with your pharmacist — having no documented interactions doesn't mean new ones can't exist.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Lecithin 1200 mg is well tolerated, but the evidence for most of its claimed uses is either weak or not there yet. If you have an egg or soy allergy, watch for skin reactions.
Talk with your doctor about whether taking it makes sense for what you're hoping it will do, and mention it to your pharmacist when you pick up any prescriptions.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 23, 2020.
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 | tnvitamins |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 095234103030 |
| Net contents | 250 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 23, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 217687 |
| 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 tnvitamins, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 12 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Fat | 1.2 Gram(s) | 1.9% |
| Lecithin | 1200 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, purified Water
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Formulation
(Non GMO)
Free of: Corn, yeast, milk, eggs, artificial color, flavor, sweetener & preservatives. Gluten free - Non GMO
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Precautions
Contains soy.
Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical conditions, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) or more softgels daily, preferably at mealtime, or as directed by a health care professional.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
General Statements
Reorder tnvitamins.com 800-645-4446
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Lecithin 1200 mg by tnvitamins label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Lecithin 1200 mg by tnvitamins
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 container250 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: Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lecithin 1200 mg by tnvitamins 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.
tnvitamins
See all tnvitamins products- Name
- TOTAL NUTRITION, INC.
- City
- FARMINGDALE
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11735
- Phone Number
- 800-645-4446
- Web Address
- tnvitamins.com
Lecithin 1200 mg by tnvitamins: Common Questions
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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.
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 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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