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Dietary supplement

Lycopene 10 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NOW

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

Lycopene 10 mg is a dietary supplement by NOW with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart health support, prostate health, antioxidant support.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 Lycopene 10 mg by NOW

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: Lycopene (10 mg per softgel), delivered as Lyc-O-Mato, a proprietary extract from tomato fruit. The softgel is rounded out with inactive ingredients — extra virgin olive oil, bovine gelatin, glycerin, and water — that help deliver and preserve the nutrient.

Does it work?

Not established
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
Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Tomato's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: free radical scavenging and vascular health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Prostate cancer, Antioxidant support, Vascular function, Prostate maintenance.
  • The closest evidence on file: Tomato is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Tomato is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Prostate cancer.

The evidence for lycopene in several common conditions is limited. For bladder cancer, breast cancer, and diabetes, the data suggests it's probably not effective.

For high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), benign prostatic hyperplasia (an enlarged prostate), and exercise-induced asthma, there isn't enough reliable evidence to know one way or the other. If you're considering this product for any of those reasons, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current science actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Tomato

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.

Tomato as a food is generally well tolerated, and tomato extracts also seem to be well tolerated at typical supplement doses. That said, concentrated lycopene supplements haven't been as thoroughly studied as whole tomatoes, so caution is advised with high-dose products unless your clinician has recommended one.

In rare cases, some people have reported an airborne allergy to tomato stem proteins (not the fruit itself). Tomatine, a compound found in tomato leaves and green tomatoes, can cause serious side effects like dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and vomiting only at excessive doses well beyond what you'd get in this supplement.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Tomato

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 the medications we checked with this ingredient.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're looking at lycopene for heart health or prostate support and want a tomato-based source with minimal interaction risk, this could be worth a try — but know the evidence for most conditions is weak or unstudied. If you have a known tomato allergy or are pregnant or nursing, talk with your pharmacist first; pregnancy and lactation data show it's likely safe, but it's good to confirm for your situation.

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 20, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Lycopene 10 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand NOW
Barcode (UPC) 733739030603
Net contents 60 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 20, 2024
DSLD ID 314461
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), Kosher, Halal, Seniors/Mature (>50 Years) - Men ONLY, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lycopene 10 mg by NOW, 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)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
733739030603
IngredientAmount% DV
Lyc-O-Mato10 mg--

Other ingredients: Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Bovine Gelatin, Glycerin, Water

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Usage: Take 1 softgel 1 to 3 times daily with food.

Formula

NOW Lycopene features LYC-O-MATO, a patented tomato complex with a full complement of tomato phytonutrients, including natural Lycopene. Natural Lycopene is known for its powerful free radical scavenging properties. Clinical studies indicate that Lycopene helps to support cardiovascular health and normal immune system function.

Extract from tomatoes Lyc-O-Mato Natural Lycopene Complex

Triangle K (Kosher) Contains Gelatin

Crescent H (Halal)

Formulation

In addition, Lycopene may aid in the maintenance of a healthy prostate.

Free radical scavenger Supports vascular health

Non-GMO

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or sesame ingredients.

Made and quality tested in the USA with globally sourced ingredients. Natural color variation may occur in this product.

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.

Precautions

Caution: For adults only. Keep out of reach of children.

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Triangle K (Kosher) Contains Gelatin

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

General Statements

This bottle is made from 100% PCR (post-consumer recycled) resin.

General Health Family owned since 1968.

FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Triangle K (Kosher) Contains Gelatin

GMP Quality Assured Crescent H (Halal)

Brand IP Statement(s)

Lyc-O-Mato is a registered trademark of LycoRed Natural Products Ltd.

See for yourself

Lycopene 10 mg by NOW label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lycopene 10 mg by NOW

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 Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Lyc-O-Mato

No known
interactions
10 mg per serving Form: Lycopene

Tomato is a common food rich in vitamins, potassium, and the antioxidant lycopene, and eating it as part of a balanced diet is healthy for most people...

Lyc-O-Mato monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Bovine Gelatin, Glycerin, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Lycopene 10 mg by NOW Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lycopene 10 mg. 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 Lycopene 10 mg, from the product label.

NOW

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Name
NOW Foods
Street Address
395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd.
City
Bloomingdale
State
IL
ZipCode
60108
Web Address
nowfoods.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lycopene 10 mg by NOW: Common Questions

Does Lycopene 10 mg by NOW interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Lycopene 10 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lycopene 10 mg 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 Lyc-O-Mato?
It's a proprietary tomato extract that supplies lycopene, the natural red pigment found in tomato fruit. It's a concentrated form of what you'd get from eating tomatoes, but in a softgel capsule.
Does this product actually work for cancer or diabetes?
The data we have suggests it's probably not effective for bladder cancer, breast cancer, or diabetes. For other conditions like prostate health or cholesterol, there simply isn't enough reliable evidence to say either way — talk with your doctor about whether it's worth trying for your goals.
Are there any side effects?
At the dose in this product, tomato extracts are generally well tolerated. Serious side effects like dizziness or diarrhea only happen with excessive intake of tomatine — a compound in tomato leaves and green tomatoes — far beyond what's in this supplement. A small number of people may have an airborne allergy to tomato stem proteins, though that's rare.
Is it safe to take during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
The safety data rates this ingredient as likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. That said, it's always a good idea to check with your pharmacist or doctor for personalized advice before starting any supplement during these times.
Why does the label mention caution about high-dose lycopene supplements?
Concentrated lycopene supplements haven't been as well studied as whole tomatoes. The caution is a reminder to stick with this dose unless a clinician advises otherwise, and to be aware that long-term safety data on high-dose extracts is still limited.

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The Full Monographs Behind Lycopene 10 mg’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Lycopene 10 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.

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 3 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.

Tomato 3 references
  1. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  2. Asero R, Mistrello G, Amato S. Airborne allergy to tomato proteins. Allergy. 2010;65(12):1626-7. PubMed
  3. Friedman M. Tomato Glycoalkaloids: Role in the Plant and in the Diet. J Agric Food Chem. 2002;50(21):5751-80. PubMed

See these in context on the Tomato 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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