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Dietary supplement

Lutein 5% Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

Powder Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Lutein 5% is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 5% by BulkSupplements.com

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: lutein powder. Lutein is a natural pigment found in leafy greens and other plant foods — your eye uses it to filter light and protect the retina from damage.

This 5% powder is mixed with maltodextrin, an inactive filler that helps with measuring and absorption.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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
Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: eye health and age-related macular degeneration support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Asthenopia (eye strain), Cataracts, Central serous retinopathy, Choroideremia, Diabetic retinopathy — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Lutein is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Lutein is rated "Possibly Effective" for Cataracts.
  • Also on file: Lutein is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Diabetic retinopathy, Dry eye, Glaucoma, Myopia, and more.

Lutein is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts — the two eye conditions where the evidence looks most promising. For retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and necrotizing enterocolitis, the data we hold rates it possibly ineffective, meaning studies haven't shown benefit.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lutein

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 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.

Lutein from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated — studies using up to 20 mg daily haven't reported adverse effects. The caution is that long-term safety data on supplement doses (as opposed to food amounts) is limited.

If you're pregnant, the facts rate lutein as likely safe, but if you're breastfeeding, safety of higher supplement doses isn't well studied, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist about the right approach for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lutein

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for lutein. Run your medications through the checker on this page to confirm, especially if you take blood thinners or heart drugs — but based on what we hold, a conflict is unlikely.

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 looking at lutein for age-related macular degeneration or cataracts, the evidence suggests it's worth a try — and it's generally well tolerated at normal doses. Talk it over with your eye doctor or pharmacist to make sure it fits your situation and any other supplements or medications you're taking.

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 Jul 18, 2023.

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 Lutein 5%, straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X000IXQ6XZ
Net contents 1 Kilogram(s); 35.3 Ounce(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 18, 2023
DSLD ID 294885
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lutein 5% by BulkSupplements.com, 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:
400 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
400 mg
Servings per container
2500
UPC/BARCODE
X000IXQ6XZ
IngredientAmount% DV
Lutein, Powder20 mg--

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

BulkSupplements.com Clean & Pure Bulk Supplements

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation

Free of: Soy, dairy, yeast, gluten

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 400 mg (about 1/6 tsp) once daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool, dark place.

General Statements

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Lutein 5% by BulkSupplements.com label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lutein 5% by BulkSupplements.com

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

Serving size400 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container2500 Amounts shown are per serving.

Lutein, Powder

No known
interactions
20 mg per serving

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, Powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Lutein 5% by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lutein 5%. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Lutein 5%, from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

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Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
bulksupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lutein 5% by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Lutein 5% by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Lutein 5%. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lutein 5% 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.
Is lutein safe to take while breastfeeding?
Lutein is naturally in breast milk, which is a good sign, but safety data on higher supplement doses while breastfeeding isn't well studied. There isn't enough data to know either way, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Pregnancy safety for lutein is rated likely safe in the data we hold. That said, any new supplement in pregnancy is worth confirming with your doctor first.
Does lutein really help with cataracts?
The evidence rates it possibly effective for cataracts — meaning studies suggest it may help, but the proof isn't ironclad yet. Your eye doctor can tell you whether it's a reasonable choice for your situation.
What does lutein do in your body?
Lutein is a pigment your eye uses to filter light and protect the retina from damage. It's naturally present in leafy greens and other plants, and your body stores it in the eye tissue.
Are there any side effects at normal doses?
Lutein is generally well tolerated. Studies using up to 20 mg daily haven't reported adverse effects.

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The Full Monographs Behind Lutein 5%’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Lutein 5%'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.

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
  1. 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
  2. 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

See these in context on the Lutein monograph →

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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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