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 Wonder Laboratories 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 Wonder Laboratories
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
This supplement contains one active ingredient: lutein, a carotenoid — a yellow-orange pigment found naturally in plants and in the human eye. The softgel also contains inactive ingredients (safflower oil, gelatin, glycerin, carob extract, and yellow beeswax) that help deliver the lutein and keep it stable.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Lutein is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, two common eye conditions as we age. The evidence is not strong enough to say it definitely works, but the data we hold suggests it may help.
For other eye conditions — retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and necrotizing enterocolitis — the evidence suggests it is not effective. If you're considering lutein for a specific eye condition, check with your doctor about what the research shows for your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated. In trials, doses up to 20 mg daily (the amount in this product) did not produce adverse effects.
The safety notes flag that while lutein naturally appears in breast milk, the safety of higher supplement doses during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been well studied — so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this if you're pregnant or nursing, even though a rating of Likely Safe suggests it is not expected to cause harm.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check in this product. Lutein carries no known drug interactions, so you don't need to hold it away from medications or worry about timing.
That said, if you take any prescriptions, a quick mention to your pharmacist won't hurt.
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 eye health and want to try lutein for AMD or cataracts, this 20 mg dose is one you can feel reasonably safe about — it's been studied at this level without adverse effects and carries no documented drug interactions. Pregnant or nursing women should check with their doctor first because supplement safety at higher doses isn't fully established.
Run it by your pharmacist or doctor if you're on any medications, and consider whether the possibly effective rating matches your expectations.
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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 Lutein 20 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Wonder Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 120 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 18, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 262500 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Softgel 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 Wonder Laboratories, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lutein | 20 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Safflower Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Carob extract, yellow Beeswax
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Precautions
Tamper Evident: Do not use this product if imprinted foil seal under cap is broken or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.
Caution: If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your physician before taking this product.
Formulation
Mfg. in an FDA Registered Facility using Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration for maximum bioavailability.
Natural carotenoid Nutritionally supports healthy eye function
Gluten free
Made in USA
Formula
Lutein is one of the most abundant carotenoids found in fruits, vegetables and even plants like marigolds. Lutein has antioxidant properties and is found in the macula of healthy eyes.
Storage
Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature: 59 degrees-86 degrees F (15 degrees-30 degrees C).
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.
General Statements
Formula 490
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 1 softgel daily after a meal.
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Lutein 20 mg by Wonder Laboratories 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 Wonder Laboratories
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container120 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: Safflower Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Carob extract, Yellow Beeswax. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lutein 20 mg by Wonder Laboratories 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.
Wonder Laboratories
See all Wonder Laboratories products- Name
- Wonder Laboratories
- Street Address
- 115 S.C.T. Ct.
- City
- White House
- State
- TN
- ZipCode
- 37188
Lutein 20 mg by Wonder Laboratories: Common Questions
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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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