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Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by LifeSeasons Essentials

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by LifeSeasons Essentials with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and cognitive support, nerve health, mood and anxiety.Based on those ingredients, 327 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lion's Mane. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg by LifeSeasons Essentials

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: lion's mane mushroom at 1000 mg per capsule. Lion's mane is a medicinal mushroom used to support cognitive and immune function.

The capsule also contains inactive ingredients (hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, silica, and rice bran) that serve as the capsule shell and fillers.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Lion's Mane Mushroom's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Brain function and cognitive support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Alzheimer disease, Cognitive function, Cognitive impairment, Dementia, Memory, Parkinson disease — and 2 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Lion's Mane Mushroom is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Alzheimer disease (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Lion's Mane Mushroom is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cognitive function, Cognitive impairment, Dementia, Memory, and more.

The evidence for lion's mane's effectiveness isn't established in our data. The facts we hold rate six potential uses — including Alzheimer disease, anxiety, cognitive function, and cancer — all as having insufficient reliable evidence.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the research we have access to hasn't proven it yet. If you're considering it for a specific condition, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what the current science actually shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lion's Mane Mushroom

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 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 0 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.

Lion's mane is generally well tolerated when used as a food, though long-term supplement safety hasn't been studied closely. Some people report gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, or skin rash.

The safety data advises against using it during pregnancy or while breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know whether it's safe for you or your baby in those situations.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lion's Mane Mushroom

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 — Lion's Mane Mushroom.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 327 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.

Check your medications before starting if you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (like warfarin or aspirin), diabetes medications, or immunosuppressants — all three groups interact at Moderate severity. Use the search tool on this page to verify your exact prescriptions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Lion's mane may be worth considering if you're interested in cognitive support and don't take blood thinners, diabetes medications, or immunosuppressants. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any of those drug classes, check with your pharmacist first.

It's generally well tolerated, but long-term safety data is limited.

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 Oct 24, 2024.

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 Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand LifeSeasons Essentials
Barcode (UPC) 810034441546
Net contents 60 Veg Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2024
DSLD ID 310500
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg by LifeSeasons Essentials, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
810034441546
IngredientAmount% DV
Lion's Mane1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica, Rice Bran

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take 2 capsules daily, with or without food.

Precautions

Caution: Use only as directed.

If pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or under medical supervision for any condition, consult a healthcare professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Tamper evident. Do not use if printed safety seal under cap is broken or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Formulation

No milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, soy, colors, flavors, preservatives, or magnesium stearate.

Supports healthy brain function & emotional balance

Vegetarian.

Gluten-free.

Made in USA with globally sourced ingredients.

Formula

About Lion's Mane Lion's Mane (hou tou gu or yamabushitake) is an edible mushroom that resembles the mane of a lion as it grows. It is commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Lion's Mane supports: Brain function Calming stress control and emotional balance Digestive comfort

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.

Dietary Supplement

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Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg by LifeSeasons Essentials label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg by LifeSeasons Essentials

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Lion's Mane

Interacts with
327 drugs
1000 mg per serving Form: Hericium erinaceus Fruiting Body Extract, Hericium erinaceus

Lion's mane is an edible mushroom that is popular as a 'nootropic' for memory, focus, and nerve health, but solid human evidence is still limited and...

Lion's Mane monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica, Rice Bran. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg by LifeSeasons Essentials Drug Interactions

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327Drugs
327 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg 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.

Lion's Mane3 drug types · 327 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, lion's mane mushroom may increase the risk of bleeding when used with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs.
In vitro research suggests that lion's mane mushroom extracts can inhibit platelet aggregation.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, lion's mane mushroom may have additive effects when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal research suggests that an aqueous extract of lion's mane mushroom can reduce serum glucose and increase serum insulin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, concurrent use of lion's mane mushroom might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
In animal and in vitro research, lion's mane mushroom polysaccharides stimulate the immune system.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg, from the product label.

LifeSeasons Essentials

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Name
LifeSeasons
City
Kaysville
State
UT
ZipCode
84037
Phone Number
(877) 455-2826
Web Address
lifeseasons.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg by LifeSeasons Essentials: Common Questions

Does Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg by LifeSeasons Essentials interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 mg has a known interaction with 327 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data, so the facts advise against using lion's mane during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your situation — they can give you personalized guidance based on your health.
What side effects should I watch for?
Lion's mane is generally well tolerated, but some people experience gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, or skin rash. Start slowly and stop if you notice any of these.
Does this actually improve memory or brain function?
The evidence we have rates cognitive function, cognitive impairment, and Alzheimer disease as having insufficient reliable evidence. That means the research hasn't proven it yet — not that it doesn't work, but we can't say it does based on current data.
How long has long-term safety been studied?
Lion's mane is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term supplement safety hasn't been well studied. If you plan to take it regularly, mention that to your pharmacist.
Is there just lion's mane in this capsule, or other stuff?
The capsule contains 1000 mg of lion's mane as the active ingredient. It also has inactive ingredients (hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, silica, and rice bran) that make up the capsule shell and help with absorption.

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Sources & How We Checked

Lion's Mane Mushroom 1000 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.

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The 6 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.

Lion's Mane Mushroom 6 references
  1. Product information for <em>Niaspan</em>. Abbott Laboratories. North Chicago, IL 60064. April 2015.
  2. Liang B, Guo Z, Xie F, Zhao A. Antihyperglycemic and antihyperlipidemic activities of aqueous extract of Hericium erinaceus in experimental diabetic rats. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2013;13:253. PubMed
  3. Mori K, Inatomi S, Ouchi K, Azumi Y, Tuchida T. Improving effects of the mushroom Yamabushitake (Hericium erinaceus) on mild cognitive impairment: a double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial. Phytother Res. 2009;23(3):367-72.
  4. Mori K, Kikuchi H, Obara Y, et al. Inhibitory effect of hericenone B from Hericium erinaceus on collagen-induced platelet aggregation. Phytomedicine. 2010;17(14):1082-5. PubMed
  5. Li IC, Chang HH, Lin CH, et al. Prevention of early Alzheimer's disease by erinacine A-enriched Hericium erinaceus mycelia pilot double-blind placebo-controlled study. Front Aging Neurosci 2020 Jun 3;12:155. doi: 10.3389/fnagi.2020.00155. PubMed
  6. Tian B, Liu R, Xu T, et al. Modulating effects of Hericium erinaceus polysaccharides on the immune response by regulating gut microbiota in cyclophosphamide-treated mice. J Sci Food Agric 2023;103(6):3050-3064.

See these in context on the Lion's Mane Mushroom monograph →

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