Lutein 40 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Swanson
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 Swanson 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 Swanson
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: lutein, a yellow pigment (carotenoid) found naturally in leafy greens and other plants. Your body deposits it in the retina, the light-sensing tissue at the back of your eye.
The softgel also contains inactive ingredients — sunflower oil, gelatin, glycerin, yellow beeswax, soy lecithin, purified water, and natural tocopherols — that help deliver the lutein and keep the capsule stable.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Lutein is possibly effective for slowing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) — a condition where your central vision gets blurry over time — and possibly effective for cataracts. The evidence for other eye and respiratory conditions it's been studied in (retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia) is not strong enough to say it works, and for necrotizing enterocolitis (a serious intestinal condition in premature infants) the evidence points away from benefit.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated in adults. In clinical trials, doses up to 20 mg daily did not produce adverse effects.
Because this product delivers 40 mg — twice that studied amount — safety data for this higher dose in supplements is more limited, so talk with your doctor before starting, especially if you have a condition affecting how your gut absorbs nutrients. The safety of higher supplement doses in pregnancy and while breastfeeding hasn't been well studied, though lutein itself is naturally present in breast milk; there isn't enough data to know either way, so check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for lutein with any medications in our data.
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.
Lutein 40 mg is a reasonable choice if you're concerned about age-related macular degeneration or cataracts and want to add a supplement to your routine. Because the 40 mg dose in this product exceeds what's been tested in clinical trials, talk with your doctor first — especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have digestive issues.
Your eye doctor or primary care provider can tell you whether it's a good fit for your situation.
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 Jun 16, 2022.
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 | Swanson |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 087614029818 |
| Net contents | 60 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 16, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 266896 |
| 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) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lutein 40 mg by Swanson, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lutein | 40 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Sunflower Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, yellow Beeswax, Soy Lecithin, Water, Purified, natural Tocopherols
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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General Statements
swanson.com or call 1-800-437-4148
Science-Backed Quality Since 1969
Formulation
Promotes a healthy and strong retina and macula Sourced from marigold flowers Fights eye fatigue and eye strain
Eye and Vision Health
40 mg per softgel
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one softgel per day with food and water.
Precautions
Warning: For adults only.
Consult your healthcare provider before using this or any product if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication or if you have a medical condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if seal is broken.
Contains soy.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not refrigerate.
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.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Lutein 40 mg by Swanson 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 Swanson
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 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: Sunflower Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Yellow Beeswax, Soy Lecithin, Water, Purified, Natural Tocopherols. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lutein 40 mg by Swanson 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.
Swanson
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- Swanson Health Products
- City
- Fargo
- State
- ND
- ZipCode
- 58104
- Phone Number
- 1-800-437-4148
- Web Address
- swanson.com
Lutein 40 mg by Swanson: Common Questions
Does Lutein 40 mg by Swanson interact with any medications?
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Where does this information come from?
Does lutein actually prevent cataracts or macular degeneration?
Is 40 mg a safe dose?
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
What is lutein, and where does it come from naturally?
Will this interact with my medications?
What are the inactive ingredients, and are there fillers?
Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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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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