Lutein 40 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NusaPure
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lutein 40 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 40 mg is a dietary supplement by NusaPure 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 40 mg by NusaPure
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 product contains one active ingredient: 40 mg of lutein per capsule. Lutein is a carotenoid — a natural yellow-orange compound found in leafy greens and other plants — that your eye tissues naturally accumulate.
The inactive ingredients are rice flour, microcrystalline cellulose powder, cellulose, silica, and magnesium stearate, which are common fillers and binders.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Lutein shows possibly effective evidence for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts — the two eye conditions where the research is strongest. It shows possibly ineffective evidence for retinitis pigmentosa, necrotizing enterocolitis, retinopathy of prematurity, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia, meaning the evidence doesn't support its use for those conditions.
If you're taking it for AMD or cataracts, the data suggests it may help, but talk with your eye doctor about whether it fits your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein from foods and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated. Studies using doses up to 20 mg daily haven't shown adverse effects, and this product provides 40 mg per capsule — higher than tested in those trials.
Pregnancy safety is rated likely safe. For breastfeeding, lutein naturally occurs in breast milk, but there isn't enough data on the safety of higher supplement doses, so use caution and check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this while nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check in this product, so there are no medication types you need to double-check before taking it.
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.
This product is straightforward — one ingredient with no documented drug interactions and decent evidence for AMD and cataracts. It's generally well tolerated, though at 40 mg it's a higher dose than what most safety trials have studied.
If you're pregnant, the data supports it; if you're breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first to make sure it's right for you.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 22, 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
General information
Key facts about Lutein 40 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NusaPure |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | X001O97EO7 |
| Net contents | 180 Veg Cap(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 22, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 307341 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lutein 40 mg by NusaPure, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lutein | 40 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Microcrystalline Cellulose powder, Cellulose, Silica, Magnesium Stearate
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Formula
Lutein 40mg From Marigold Flower Extract
General Statements
New
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: For adults, take one (1) capsule daily, preferably with meals.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications, consult with your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.
Allergen information: Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.
Allergen information: Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
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.
Seals/Symbols
Premium Quality Assembled in USA Gluten Free FDA Registered Facility
Manufactured in a cGMP Inspected Facility
Formulation
GMO Free Made with non-GMO ingredients Gluten Free FDA Registered Facility
Assembled in USA Tested Supports nutritional supplementation Made under strict GMP guidelines Max strength
Suitable for Vegetarians/Vegans
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Lutein 40 mg by NusaPure 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 40 mg by NusaPure
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Veggie Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container180 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: Rice Flour, Microcrystalline Cellulose powder, Cellulose, Silica, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lutein 40 mg by NusaPure Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lutein 40 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 40 mg, from the product label.
NusaPure
See all NusaPure products- Name
- Gmax Central, LLC
- Street Address
- 500 Westover Dr. #92909
- City
- Sanford
- State
- NC
- ZipCode
- 27330
Lutein 40 mg by NusaPure: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Lutein 40 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 40 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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