Lutein 6 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by CVS Health
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lutein 6 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 6 mg is a dietary supplement by CVS Health 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 6 mg by CVS Health
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 carotenoid (a type of plant pigment) that accumulates in the eye. Lutein 6 mg is the dose per softgel capsule.
The inactive ingredients — safflower oil, gelatin, glycerin, and yellow beeswax — are there to hold the supplement together and deliver it to your body.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Lutein is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, the two most common age-related eye conditions. For the other conditions listed in our data — retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, necrotizing enterocolitis, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia — the evidence suggests it's possibly ineffective.
If you're thinking about lutein for an eye condition, that's worth discussing with your doctor to see if the evidence fits your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated in adults. Doses up to 20 mg daily have not resulted in reported adverse effects in trials.
The safety notes point out that while lutein is naturally present in breast milk, there isn't enough data on higher supplement doses during pregnancy or breastfeeding — so if you're pregnant or nursing, the safest move is to check with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this dose is right for you.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for lutein in our data. Before you start, check your medications with the tool on this page or talk to your doctor or pharmacist to make sure there's nothing to watch for.
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.
CVS Health Lutein 6 mg is a single-ingredient supplement that may help with age-related macular degeneration and cataracts, though the evidence is moderate. It's generally well tolerated at this dose.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications, confirm with your doctor or pharmacist that it's a fit for your situation.
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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 22, 2019.
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 6 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | CVS Health |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 050428344248 |
| Net contents | 50 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 22, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 210457 |
| 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, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lutein 6 mg by CVS Health, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lutein | 6 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Safflower Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, yellow Beeswax
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Formulation
Eye health
Antioxidant Support
No yeast, wheat, gluten, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, sugar, preservatives, soy, artificial color, artificial flavor, salt.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
Actual Product Size on Side Panel
CVS Quality Money Back Guarantee
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.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: For adults, take one (1) softgel daily, preferably with a meal.
Precautions
As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.
Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Avoid this product if you are allergic to daisy-like flowers.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Tamper resistant: Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Brand IP Statement(s)
2015 CVS/pharmacy
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
Store at room temperature and avoid excessive heat.
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Lutein 6 mg by CVS Health 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 6 mg by CVS Health
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 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, Yellow Beeswax. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lutein 6 mg by CVS Health Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lutein 6 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 6 mg, from the product label.
CVS Health
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- CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
- Street Address
- One CVS Drive
- City
- Woonsocket
- State
- RI
- ZipCode
- 02895
- Phone Number
- 1-800-746-7287
- Web Address
- www.cvs.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Lutein 6 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 6 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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