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Dietary supplement

Lecithin 450 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by TerraVita Premium Collection

Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Lecithin 450 mg is a dietary supplement by TerraVita Premium Collection 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 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection

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 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: lecithin at 450 mg per capsule. Lecithin is a naturally occurring compound found in egg yolks and soybeans; it's used in foods and supplements for a range of purposes.

The capsule itself is made from gelatin and water.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Lecithin product and its label doesn't state a use — see Lecithin's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for lecithin's effectiveness is mixed depending on what you're taking it for. For Alzheimer disease, the data shows it's likely ineffective.

For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and TPN-associated hepatic steatosis (a liver condition that can develop with long-term intravenous nutrition), there simply isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or not. If you're considering this for a specific health goal, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the evidence supports its use in your case.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lecithin

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.

Lecithin is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, fullness, and nausea — most people don't experience them, but they're the ones that show up in tolerability data.

If you have an egg or soy allergy, lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions, so check the source of the lecithin before taking it. The safety data rates lecithin as likely safe during pregnancy and lactation, though the label advises talking with your doctor before using supplements.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lecithin

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 in this product. That doesn't mean interactions don't exist elsewhere — it means we hold no interaction data for lecithin.

Run your exact medications through the checker on this page or ask your pharmacist to be sure.

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 is generally well tolerated and carries no documented interactions with medications. The evidence for what it actually does is thin for most of the conditions people use it for — Alzheimer disease is unlikely to benefit, and for others the data is just too sparse to say.

If you're considering it for a specific reason, check with your doctor or pharmacist to see if there's a solid evidence base for your particular goal.

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 Jan 23, 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 Lecithin 450 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand TerraVita Premium Collection
Barcode (UPC) 064431013923
Net contents 100 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2023
DSLD ID 285764
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lecithin 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
064431013923
IngredientAmount% DV
Lecithin450 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Water

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 0 TerraVita - Distributed by ZooScape LLC, All Rights Reserved.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions

General Statements

TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium natural products that use the finest, purest and most potent ingredients in the world. TerraVita's hallmarks are the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. All products are prepared with the greatest quality control, from raw materials through the entire manufacturing process, right up to the moment your product is sealed for freshness and shipped to you.

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FDA Disclaimer Statement

Statements not evaluated by FDA. Product not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Lecithin 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lecithin 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Lecithin

No known
interactions
450 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, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Lecithin 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lecithin 450 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 450 mg, from the product label.

TerraVita Premium Collection

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Name
TerraVita Fine Whole Herbs
City
Brampton
State
Ontario
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lecithin 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection: Common Questions

Does Lecithin 450 mg by TerraVita Premium Collection interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Lecithin 450 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lecithin 450 mg 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.
Is lecithin safe if I have a soy or egg allergy?
No. Lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions in people with egg or soy allergies, so you'll want to avoid it or at least check the source of the lecithin before taking it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have either allergy.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
The safety data rates lecithin as likely safe during lactation. That said, the label recommends checking with your healthcare provider first, especially since lecithin is sometimes used to help with clogged milk ducts — your provider can give you personalized advice on whether it's right for your situation.
What side effects might I notice?
Most people tolerate it well, but the most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, fullness, and nausea. If any of these bother you, stop taking it and let your pharmacist know.
Does lecithin actually help with memory or thinking?
For Alzheimer disease, the evidence shows it's likely ineffective. For age-related cognitive decline and other brain-related conditions, there just isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works. If you're taking it for one of those reasons, talk with your doctor about the evidence and whether it makes sense for you.

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The Full Monographs Behind Lecithin 450 mg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Lecithin 450 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.

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
  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:

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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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