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Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Spring Valley

Softgel Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin is a dietary supplement by Spring Valley with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye health, age-related macular degeneration, cataract prevention.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin by Spring Valley

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.
  • “Lutein” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (6 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains one active ingredient: zeaxanthin, a carotenoid (a type of plant pigment) that works alongside lutein to support eye health. The softgel capsule also holds safflower oil, gelatin, glycerin, and yellow beeswax as inactive ingredients — these help deliver the zeaxanthin and give the capsule its form.

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 healthy vision.
  • 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: Zeaxanthin is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Zeaxanthin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cataracts, Glaucoma, Asthenopia (eye strain), Macular telangiectasia type 2.

Zeaxanthin is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), an eye condition that can develop later in life. For other uses listed — age-related cognitive decline, Alzheimer disease, asthma, breast cancer, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia — the evidence we have isn't reliable enough to rate how well it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lutein Zeaxanthin

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Zeaxanthin is generally well tolerated at the doses found in supplements. For pregnancy, the safety data on concentrated supplements isn't complete, so caution is advised — dietary amounts from food are fine, but talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking a supplement version.

The same goes for breastfeeding: there isn't enough data on concentrated supplements, so get personalized advice from your healthcare provider.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lutein Zeaxanthin

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Zeaxanthin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you take any antidiabetes drug — whether insulin, metformin, sulfonylureas, or another type — check your specific medications with the tool on this page. Zeaxanthin may increase the risk of low blood sugar when combined with these drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.

This product may help with age-related macular degeneration. If you take medication for diabetes or blood sugar control, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it — there's a theoretical risk of your blood sugar dropping too low.

Otherwise, it's generally well tolerated, but pregnant or breastfeeding people should discuss it with their own healthcare provider first.

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 24, 2016.

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 6 mg with Zeaxanthin, straight from the product label.

Brand Spring Valley
Barcode (UPC) 681131678926
Net contents 30 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 24, 2016
DSLD ID 60833
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
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin by Spring Valley, 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:
1 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
UPC/BARCODE
681131678926
IngredientAmount% DV
Zeaxanthin240 mcg--
Lutein6 mg--

Other ingredients: Safflower Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, yellow Beeswax

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Label statements
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General Statements

For your protection, do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

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Eye health Lutein supports eye health and healthy vision.

Quality Guaranteed

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

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Adults, take one softgel daily, preferably with a meal.

Store at room temperature 59(0)-86(0)F (15(0)-30(0)C). Keep bottle tightly closed.

Formulation

NO: Gluten, Yeast, Wheat, Milk or Milk Derivatives, Lactose, Sugar, Preservatives, Artificial Flavors, Sodium (less than 5 mg per serving)

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Avoid this product if you are allergic to daisy-like flowers.

General

Item No. 3484 B51903W 01E

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Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin by Spring Valley label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin by Spring Valley

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 known
interactions
6 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 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Safflower Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Yellow Beeswax. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin by Spring Valley Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin, from the product label.

Spring Valley

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Name
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
City
Bentonville
State
AR
ZipCode
72716
Phone Number
1-866-251-1662
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Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin by Spring Valley: Common Questions

Does Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin by Spring Valley interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin 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.
What is zeaxanthin, and why is it in this product?
Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid, a pigment found in plants. It works with lutein to support eye health, and this product combines both — zeaxanthin at 6 mg per dose — mainly to help with age-related macular degeneration, a condition affecting vision later in life.
Is this safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data on concentrated zeaxanthin supplements in pregnancy and breastfeeding isn't well studied. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this — dietary amounts from food are fine, but a supplement is a different story and needs personalized advice.
What side effects might I experience?
No adverse effects are documented in our data. The ingredient is generally well tolerated at typical supplement doses.
Does zeaxanthin work for age-related cognitive decline or Alzheimer disease?
The evidence for those uses isn't reliable enough to rate yet. We only have enough data to say it's possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration, an eye condition.
I take insulin for diabetes. Can I use this product?
Animal studies show zeaxanthin can lower blood sugar, so there's a theoretical risk it could increase hypoglycemia when you take it with diabetes drugs like insulin. Check with your doctor or pharmacist and your specific medications using the search tool on this page before you start.

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Sources & How We Checked

Lutein 6 mg with Zeaxanthin'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.

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The 6 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.

Zeaxanthin 4 references
  1. Montonen J, Knekt P, Jarvinen R, Reunanen A. Dietary antioxidant intake and risk of type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care 2004;27:362-6. PubMed
  2. Leermakers ET, Darweesh SK, Baena CP, et al. The effects of lutein on cardiometabolic health across the life course: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Clin Nutr 2016;103(2):481-94. PubMed
  3. Kou L, Du M, Zhang C, Dai Z, Li X, Zhang B. The Hypoglycemic, Hypolipidemic, and Anti-Diabetic Nephritic Activities of Zeaxanthin in Diet-Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Sprague Dawley Rats. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2017;182(3):944-955. PubMed
  4. Xu X, Zhao X, Berde Y, Low YL, Kuchan MJ. Milk and Plasma Lutein and Zeaxanthin Concentrations in Chinese Breast-Feeding Mother-Infant Dyads With Healthy Maternal Fruit and Vegetable Intake. J Am Coll Nutr 2019;38(2):179-184. PubMed

See these in context on the Zeaxanthin monograph →

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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