Lutein-Plus Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lutein-Plus 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-Plus is a dietary supplement by Douglas Laboratories with 2 active ingredients. 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-Plus by Douglas Laboratories
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
Lutein-Plus contains 2 active ingredients. Lutein is a carotenoid — a type of plant pigment — that concentrates in the eye, particularly in the macula (the center of the retina where sharp vision happens).
The product also includes a green base proprietary blend; the manufacturer hasn't disclosed the specific ingredients in that blend on this label. The inactive ingredients are gelatin, cellulose, and vegetable stearate — typical capsule and binding materials.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Lutein is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, two common eye conditions linked to aging. The evidence for other uses — retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, necrotizing enterocolitis, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia — is currently considered possibly ineffective in our data.
The strength of the evidence for AMD and cataracts is "possibly effective," which means there's some promising data but it's not conclusive.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein from foods and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated. Studies show doses up to 20 mg daily haven't caused adverse effects in trial participants.
However, the safety data we hold notes there isn't enough information on higher supplement doses compared to food sources, so check with your doctor if you're pregnant, nursing, or have concerns about dosing. Lutein is naturally present in breast milk, but safety of elevated supplement doses during nursing isn't well studied.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the lutein we could check. We have no interaction data for the green base proprietary blend, so if you take any regular medications, ask your pharmacist to verify the blend's ingredients against your drug list.
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 have AMD or cataracts and want to explore lutein supplementation, this product is generally well tolerated and supported by some evidence. Pregnant or nursing?
There isn't enough safety data on supplement doses, so talk to your doctor or pharmacist first. Because this product includes a proprietary blend we couldn't check, ask your pharmacist if you're on medications.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 23, 2012.
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-Plus, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Douglas Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 60 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 23, 2012 |
| DSLD ID | 5335 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Lutein-Plus by Douglas Laboratories, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lutein | 20 mg | -- |
| Green base proprietary blend | 35 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Cellulose, Vegetable Stearate
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FDA Statement of Identity
A Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Usage: As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 capsule daily or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Precautions
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Tamper resistant package, do not use if outer seal is missing.
Storage
For optimal storage conditions, store in a cool, dry place. (59(0) - 77(0)F/15(0) - 25(0)C) (35-65% relative humidity)
General
Formula #83031
Formulation
This product contains NO yeast, wheat gluten, soy protein, milk/dairy, corn, sodium, sugar, starch, artificial coloring, preservatives or flavoring.
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Lutein-Plus by Douglas Laboratories 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-Plus by Douglas Laboratories
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
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 & interactionsGreen base proprietary blend
Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Cellulose, Vegetable Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lutein-Plus by Douglas Laboratories Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lutein-Plus. 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-Plus, from the product label.
Douglas Laboratories
See all Douglas Laboratories products- Name
- Douglas Laboratories
- Street Address
- 600 Boyce Road
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15205
- Web Address
- www.douglaslabs.com
Lutein-Plus by Douglas Laboratories: Common Questions
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Where does this information come from?
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Does lutein actually prevent or treat cataracts or macular degeneration?
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What's the green base proprietary blend?
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The Full Monographs Behind Lutein-Plus’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Lutein-Plus'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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