Lutein 5% Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lutein 5% 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 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: lutein, a yellow pigment found naturally in leafy greens and other vegetables that your eyes use to filter light and protect the retina. The 5% concentration means the powder is 5% pure lutein by weight.
The only other ingredient listed is maltodextrin, a carbohydrate used as a filler to give the powder its volume and make it easier to measure and mix.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for lutein centers on eye health. It's possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts — two common eye conditions as we age.
For other conditions we hold data on — retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, necrotizing enterocolitis, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia — the evidence suggests it's probably not effective. If you're thinking about it for AMD or cataracts, talk with your eye doctor about whether it fits your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated. Doses up to 20 mg daily haven't caused adverse effects in the data we hold.
The caution here is that we have solid safety data on food sources and lower supplement doses, but not as much on higher supplemental amounts — so if you're taking this, check with your doctor first. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, lutein is rated likely safe; it's naturally in breast milk, though the safety of higher supplement doses during lactation isn't well studied, so a conversation with your doctor is still worth having.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for lutein in our data. Before you start, run your exact medications through the checker below — it only takes a moment — just to be sure.
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 concerned about macular degeneration or cataracts, lutein is worth discussing with your eye doctor or pharmacist. It's generally well tolerated, but because we don't have extensive data on higher supplement doses, especially during breastfeeding, running it by your healthcare provider before you start makes sense.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 25, 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 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 | Sep 25, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 312296 |
| 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 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lutein 5% by BulkSupplements.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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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. Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur.
General Statements
New Use an accurate milligram scale.
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Lutein 5% by BulkSupplements.com 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 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
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: Maltodextrin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Lutein 5%, from the product label.
BulkSupplements.com
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- BulkSupplements.com
- Street Address
- 7511 Eastgate Rd
- City
- Henderson
- State
- NV
- ZipCode
- 89011
- Web Address
- bulksupplements.com
Lutein 5% by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
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 & 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.
- 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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