Lutein 20 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lutein 20 mg 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
Lutein 20 mg is a dietary supplement by Pure Encapsulations with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye health, age-related macular degeneration, cataract prevention.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 Lutein 20 mg by Pure Encapsulations
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
Pure Encapsulations Lutein contains one active ingredient: lutein at 20 mg per capsule. Lutein is a yellow pigment found naturally in leafy greens and egg yolks; your body stores it in the eye, where it may help protect the retina from oxidative damage.
The capsule also contains inactive ingredients—gelatin, safflower oil, beeswax, and mixed tocopherols—which help deliver the lutein but don't contribute to its effects.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for lutein is mixed and depends on the condition. For age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, lutein is possibly effective based on the data we hold—meaning there's some promising research, but more evidence would strengthen the case.
For retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and necrotizing enterocolitis, lutein is possibly ineffective, so it's not expected to help those conditions.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated. Doses up to 20 mg daily—the amount in this product—have not caused adverse effects in the data we hold.
For pregnancy and breastfeeding, lutein is rated likely safe. Lutein is naturally present in breast milk, but safety of higher supplement doses isn't well studied, so if you're pregnant or nursing, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting a supplement.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check in this product.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
If you're interested in lutein for eye health—particularly AMD or cataracts—this product is a straightforward single-ingredient option with no known drug interactions. The evidence is modest, so talk with your doctor about whether it fits your health goals.
Anyone who is pregnant, nursing, or taking prescription medications should confirm it's right for them first.
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 7, 2019.
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 Lutein 20 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Pure Encapsulations |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 766298006512 |
| Net contents | 60 Softgel Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 7, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 184592 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lutein 20 mg by Pure Encapsulations, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lutein | 20 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin Capsule, Safflower Oil, Beeswax, Mixed Tocopherols
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Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendations: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, with meals.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Use only if safety seal is intact.
General Statements
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Contents may not fill package in order to accommodate required labeling. Please rely on stated quantity.
Supports ocular health
Formulation
Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic
Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Brand IP Statement(s)
FloraGLO Lutein FloraGLO is a registered trademark of Kemin Industries, Inc.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
General
v4 code: LU6
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Lutein 20 mg by Pure Encapsulations 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 Lutein 20 mg by Pure Encapsulations
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Softgel Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Lutein
No knowninteractions
Lutein is a plant-based antioxidant pigment that concentrates in the eye, and the best evidence suggests it (often combined with zeaxanthin) may help...
Lutein monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin Capsule, Safflower Oil, Beeswax, Mixed Tocopherols. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lutein 20 mg by Pure Encapsulations Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lutein 20 mg. 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 Lutein 20 mg, from the product label.
Pure Encapsulations
See all Pure Encapsulations products- Name
- Pure Encapsulations
- Street Address
- 490 Boston Post Road
- City
- Sudbury
- State
- MA
- Phone Number
- 1-800-753-2277
- Web Address
- www.PureEncapsulations.com
Lutein 20 mg by Pure Encapsulations: Common Questions
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Where does this information come from?
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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The Full Monographs Behind Lutein 20 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Lutein 20 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.
- 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 2 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.
Lutein 2 references
- Brown L, Rimm EB, Seddon JM, et al. A prospective study of carotenoid intake and risk of cataract extraction in US men. Am J Clin Nutr 1999;70:517-24. PubMed
- Chasan-Taber L, Willett WC, Seddon JM, et al. A prospective study of carotenoid and vitamin A intakes and risk of cataract extraction in US women. Am J Clin Nutr 1999;70:509-16. PubMed
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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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