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Dietary supplement

Lecithin Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

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

Lecithin Powder is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 Powder by BulkSupplements.com

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 is pure soy lecithin — a single active ingredient derived from soy. Lecithin is a fatty substance found naturally in foods and is often used as an emulsifier and source of phospholipids in supplements.

The product contains no inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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
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 is mixed and limited. It's rated likely ineffective for Alzheimer disease.

For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and TPN-associated hepatic steatosis (a liver condition that can happen with long-term nutrition support), there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works or doesn't. The data we hold doesn't establish a clear benefit for any of these uses.

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.

Soy lecithin is generally considered safe for most people in food and supplement amounts, though the safety data suggests talking with your doctor before using supplements. When taken by mouth, it's well tolerated overall, but some people report abdominal pain, diarrhea, fullness, or nausea.

If you have an egg or soy allergy, lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions. Lecithin is often used to help with clogged milk ducts during breastfeeding, but check with your healthcare provider first.

Pregnancy and lactation are rated likely safe, but personalized advice from your own doctor is the best call.

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 soy lecithin. That said, always confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before combining any new supplement with your medications.

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.

Soy lecithin is generally well tolerated and rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, though the evidence for most health claims is either limited or doesn't support them. If you have a soy or egg allergy, avoid it.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this to your routine, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications.

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 Sep 24, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Lecithin Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X000SVCFEB
Net contents 100 Gram(s); 3.5 Oz(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 24, 2021
DSLD ID 254282
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lecithin Powder by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
1200 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1200 mg
Servings per container
83
UPC/BARCODE
X000SVCFEB
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories6 Calorie(s)--
Soy Lecithin1200 mg--
Total Fat1 Gram(s)1%

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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General Statements

Clean & pure bulk supplements

Precautions

Allergen information: Contains soy

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Formulation

Free of: Added sugar, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1200 mg (about 1/2 tsp) once or twice daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place

See for yourself

Lecithin Powder by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lecithin Powder by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size1200 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container83 Amounts shown are per serving.

Soy 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...

Soy Lecithin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Lecithin Powder by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

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

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lecithin Powder by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Lecithin Powder by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Lecithin Powder. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lecithin Powder 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.
Does lecithin really help with brain health or memory?
The evidence doesn't support it for Alzheimer disease — it's rated likely ineffective there. For age-related memory changes, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, there just isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say either way. Talk with your doctor if brain health is your goal.
What side effects might I get?
Most people tolerate it well. The most common ones are abdominal pain, diarrhea, a feeling of fullness, and nausea. If you're allergic to soy or eggs, you can get allergic skin reactions.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Pregnancy and lactation are rated likely safe. Lecithin is sometimes used to help with clogged milk ducts during nursing, but still check with your doctor or midwife first for personalized advice.
Does this product have any fillers or additives?
No — it's just soy lecithin with no other inactive ingredients listed.
Can I take this if I'm allergic to soy?
No. Lecithin derived from soy can cause allergic skin reactions in people with soy allergies, so you should avoid it.

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The Full Monographs Behind Lecithin Powder’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 Powder'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:

See these in context on the Lecithin monograph →

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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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