Lecithin Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lecithin 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 is a dietary supplement by Swisse Ultiboost 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 by Swisse Ultiboost
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
Swisse Ultiboost Lecithin is a single-ingredient softgel: lecithin, a fatty substance found naturally in eggs, soy, and other foods. The product also contains soy lecithin, MCT oil, and a capsule shell as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for lecithin is mixed and thin. For Alzheimer disease, it's rated likely ineffective.
For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and a liver condition called TPN-associated hepatic steatosis (fatty buildup in the liver from prolonged nutrition support), there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works.
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, a feeling of fullness, and nausea.
If you're allergic to eggs or soy, lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions. The safety data says lecithin is likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, though the notes advise checking with your doctor before using supplements — especially if you're thinking about it for clogged milk ducts.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for lecithin. That's not a guarantee none exist — it means we have no monograph data linking it to specific medications.
Check your exact drugs on this page's interaction tool 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 is generally well tolerated, but the evidence that it actually does anything for cognitive decline, anxiety, mood, or liver health is either weak or missing. It's one to discuss with your doctor before starting, particularly if you have an egg or soy allergy or are pregnant or nursing.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 18, 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, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Swisse Ultiboost |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 850000148284 |
| Net contents | 180 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 18, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 257310 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lecithin by Swisse Ultiboost, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3.5 Gram(s) | 4% |
| Calories | 40 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Lecithin | 6 Gram(s) | -- |
| Calories from Fat | 30 Calorie(s) | -- |
Other ingredients: Soy Lecithin, Capsule shell, MCT Oil
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Formulation
Swisse Ultiboost Lecithin is a premium quality formula to support liver health and fat metabolism.
Lecithin contains choline, which supports liver function and helps maintain a healthy liver. Fat metabolism: The choline in lecithin contributes to normal fat metabolism. Source of phospholipids: Lecithin is a source of phospholipids, important for the health and structure of cell membranes. General wellbeing: Assists in the maintenance of general health and wellbeing. Derived from soybeans: Naturally sourced from soybeans. Swisse Ultiboost Lecithin has been formulated based on scientific evidence to help support a healthy liver.
Maintain liver health & function Supports healthy fat metabolism
Based on scientific evidence Premium quality formula Liver health
Made in U.S.A.
General Statements
Liver health: The liver is responsible for eliminating toxins, aiding digestion and helping regulate metabolism.
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Formula
Lecithin contains choline, which supports liver function and helps maintain a healthy liver.
Derived from soybeans: Naturally sourced from soybeans.
Sourced from soybeans
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended use: Five softgels daily, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Precautions
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. Not suitable for infants and children under 12 years of age.
Do not use if inner seal is broken.
Contains soy ingredients
Storage
Store below 25 degrees C (77 degrees F) in a cool, dry place.
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
Brand IP Statement(s)
The Swisse stylized logo incorporating the word Swisse is a registered trademark of Swisse Wellness Pty. Ltd.
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Lecithin by Swisse Ultiboost 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 by Swisse Ultiboost
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size5 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container36 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: Soy Lecithin, Capsule shell, MCT Oil. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lecithin by Swisse Ultiboost Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lecithin. 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, from the product label.
Swisse Ultiboost
See all Swisse Ultiboost products- Name
- Health and Happiness (H&H) Inc.
- City
- Culver City
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 90232
- Phone Number
- 1-855-979-4773
- Web Address
- Swisse.com
Lecithin by Swisse Ultiboost: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Lecithin’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Lecithin'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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