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Lignan Flax Oil Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Barlean's

Lignan Flax Oil label
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Softgel Capsule Category: Fat/fatty Acid
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Oct 7, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Lignan Flax Oil 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Lignan Flax Oil is a dietary supplement by Barlean's with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart health, healthy cooking fat, skin moisturizing.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Oleic Acid. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Lignan Flax Oil by Barlean's

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 5 of its 5 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Barlean's Lignan Flax Oil is a five-ingredient softgel with oleic acid, alpha linolenic acid, linoleic acid, polyunsaturated fat, and monounsaturated fat. The capsules also contain inactive ingredients like flaxseed oil, gelatin, glycerin, water, caramel color, and flaxseed particulate as fillers and binders.

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: omega-3 and lignan antioxidant support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Coronary heart disease (CHD), Hypercholesterolemia, Hypertension, Stroke, Cardiovascular health, Inflammation — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Oleic Acid is rated "Possibly Effective" for Coronary heart disease (CHD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Oleic Acid is rated "Possibly Effective" for Hypercholesterolemia.
  • Also on file: Oleic Acid is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Hypertension, Stroke.

Oleic acid has possibly effective evidence for lowering cholesterol and supporting heart health. We don't hold effectiveness ratings for the other ingredients in this product, so we can't speak to their benefits based on the data we have.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Oleic Acid

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Oleic acid from food sources is generally well tolerated. However, concentrated supplement doses haven't been studied well in pregnancy or while breastfeeding — the safety data we have covers food amounts, not supplement levels.

If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your pharmacist or doctor before taking this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Oleic Acid

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Oleic Acid.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you take antidiabetes drugs (insulin or oral medications that lower blood sugar), check them against this product before starting — oleic acid may increase their effect and lower your blood sugar more than intended.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Lignan Flax Oil may be worth considering if you're looking for heart and cholesterol support. If you take diabetes medication, check your specific drugs with the tool below first — oleic acid could strengthen their effects.

Talk with your pharmacist about whether this fits your routine.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 22, 2025.

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 Lignan Flax Oil, straight from the product label.

Brand Barlean's
Barcode (UPC) 705875100076
Net contents 100 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 22, 2025
DSLD ID 337667
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lignan Flax Oil by Barlean's, 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:
3 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
33
UPC/BARCODE
705875100076
IngredientAmount% DV
Total Fat3 Gram(s)4%
Polyunsaturated Fat2 Gram(s)--
Monounsaturated Fat0.5 Gram(s)--
Calories30 Calorie(s)--
Linoleic Acid385 mg--
Oleic Acid450 mg--
Alpha Linolenic Acid1550 mg--

Other ingredients: Flaxseed Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Caramel color, Flaxseed particulate

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formulation

Fresh cold-pressed. North American grown, non-GMO & gluten free

FreshTech Patented softgel technology

Gluten free Non-GMO

Product of U.S.A.

Formula

Packed with omega-3 & lignans. We've left in some of the flax particulate, which provides powerful antioxidant flax lignans. High in ALA, a vital omega-3 fatty acid Pure & unrefined, with lignan flax particulate

Made with North American flaxseed - freshly cold pressed

World's freshest Flax Oil

General Statements

From our family to yours Barbara Barlean David Barlean Bruce Barlean Learn more about a pathway to a better life: barleans.com 800/445-3529 Barlean's Ferndale, WA 98248

Barlean's Estd 1989 Pathway to a better life

Brand IP Statement(s)

FreshTech Patented softgel technology

Patents: See www.barleans.com/patents

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: 3 softgels up to 3 times daily.

Storage

Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children.

Precautions

Store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children.

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Lignan Flax Oil by Barlean's label

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Lignan Flax Oil label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lignan Flax Oil by Barlean's

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size3 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container33 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.

Linoleic Acid

385 mg per serving

Oleic Acid

Interacts with
86 drugs
450 mg per serving

Oleic acid is a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat found mainly in olive oil, canola oil, avocados, and nuts. As part of a Mediterranean-style diet, it...

Oleic Acid monograph & interactions

Alpha Linolenic Acid

1550 mg per serving

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

Interaction report

Lignan Flax Oil by Barlean's Drug Interactions

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86Drugs
86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Oleic Acid 86

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Lignan Flax Oil interact with 86 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 3 ingredients in Lignan Flax Oil interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Oleic Acid

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Lignan Flax Oil with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Oleic Acid1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, oleic acid might increase the effects of antidiabetes drugs. Preliminary clinical research in patients with type 2 diabetes taking oral hypoglycemic drugs shows that eating a diet rich in oleic acid from olive oil decreases fasting blood glucose levels when compared to eating a diet rich in linoleic acid from sunflower oil. It is unknown if taking oleic acid supplements would have this effect or if this change is clinically significant. Until more is known, use caution. Dose adjustment may be necessary. Some antidiabetes drugs include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, metformin (Glucophage), pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazone (Avandia), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Oleic Acid full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Lignan Flax Oil, from the product label.

Barlean's

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Name
Barlean's
City
Ferndale
State
WA
ZipCode
98248
Phone Number
800-445-3529
Web Address
barleans.com
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Lignan Flax Oil by Barlean's: Common Questions

Does Lignan Flax Oil by Barlean's interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Lignan Flax Oil has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lignan Flax Oil contains 3 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.
Does this product have any fillers?
Yes — the softgel capsules contain gelatin, glycerin, water, caramel color, and flaxseed particulate as inactive ingredients along with the flaxseed oil itself.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data we have covers normal food amounts of oleic acid, not supplement doses. There isn't enough information to say either way at supplement levels, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Is this product good for cholesterol?
Oleic acid, one of the active ingredients, has possibly effective evidence for lowering cholesterol and supporting heart health. We don't have effectiveness ratings for the other ingredients in the product.
What are lignans and why are they in flax oil?
We don't have information about lignans in the product facts for this item, so I can't tell you their specific role here. Your pharmacist can point you to more details if you'd like.

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The Full Monographs Behind Lignan Flax Oil’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Oleic Acid

Interacts with 86 drugs

Oleic acid is a heart-healthy monounsaturated fat found mainly in olive oil, canola oil, avocados, and nuts. As part of a Mediterranean-style diet, it is widely viewed as a healthier replace...

Read the full Oleic Acid monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Lignan Flax Oil'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 1 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.

Oleic Acid 1 reference
  1. Madigan C, Ryan M, Owens D, et al. Dietary unsaturated fatty acids in type 2 diabetes: higher levels of postprandial lipoprotein on a linoleic acid-rich sunflower oil diet compared with an oleic acid-rich olive oil diet. Diabetes Care 2000;23:1472-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Oleic Acid 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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