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Lycopene 20 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by tnvitamins

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

Lycopene 20 mg is a dietary supplement by tnvitamins with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for heart health, prostate health, antioxidant support.Based on those ingredients, 122 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lycopene. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Lycopene 20 mg by tnvitamins

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 20 mg per softgel capsule. Lycopene is a carotenoid — a plant pigment responsible for the red color in tomatoes, watermelon, and pink grapefruit.

The softgel itself is made from gelatin, safflower oil, and vegetable glycerin.

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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Lycopene's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Lycopene for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Prostate cancer — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for lycopene is mixed. It's rated possibly effective for prostate cancer, meaning there's some supportive research but more study is needed.

For bladder cancer, diabetes, and high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), the evidence is either too limited or points toward it not working. For Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS) and exercise-triggered asthma, there simply isn't enough reliable data yet.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lycopene

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.

Lycopene from food is considered safe, and supplement doses at this strength are generally well tolerated. The main side effects from supplements are digestive — diarrhea, gas, bloating, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and loss of appetite occur in some people.

During pregnancy and while breastfeeding, lycopene from normal food amounts is fine, but supplement safety hasn't been well studied. If you're pregnant or nursing and interested in taking this, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first about whether it's right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lycopene

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 — Lycopene.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 122 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.

Before you start, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take anticoagulant drugs (such as warfarin) or antiplatelet medications (such as aspirin, clopidogrel, or other blood thinners). Lycopene may increase bleeding risk when combined with these drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Lycopene 20 mg may be worth considering if you're interested in prostate health support, though the evidence is still building. If you take blood thinners or antiplatelet medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this — the interaction risk is real.

Most people tolerate it well, but digestive upset can happen. Any questions about whether it fits your health goals or medications?

Your own pharmacist or doctor is the best person to ask.

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 Apr 23, 2020.

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 20 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand tnvitamins
Barcode (UPC) 095234190306
Net contents 60 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 23, 2020
DSLD ID 217794
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Lycopene 20 mg by tnvitamins, 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
095234190306
IngredientAmount% DV
Lycopene20 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Safflower Oil, Vegetable Glycerin

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formulation

Free of: Wheat, yeast, milk, lactose, soy, artificial color, artificial flavor, artificial sweetener, preservatives.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) or more softgels daily, or as directed by a health care professional.

Precautions

Caution: Pregnant or lactating women should consult a doctor before use.

If you are under medical supervision, please consult a doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult a doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

General Statements

Reorder tnvitamins.com 800-645-4446

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Lycopene 20 mg by tnvitamins label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Lycopene 20 mg by tnvitamins

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.

Lycopene

Interacts with
122 drugs
20 mg per serving

Lycopene is a red plant pigment and antioxidant found mainly in tomatoes and other red fruits. Eating lycopene-rich foods is linked with possible hear...

Lycopene monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Lycopene 20 mg by tnvitamins Drug Interactions

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122Drugs
122 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Lycopene 122

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Lycopene 20 mg 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.

Lycopene1 drug type · 122 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, taking lycopene with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bleeding.
In vitro research shows that lycopene has antiplatelet effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Lycopene 20 mg, from the product label.

tnvitamins

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Name
Total Nutrition, Inc.
City
Farmingdale
State
NY
ZipCode
11735
Phone Number
800-645-4446
Web Address
tnvitamins.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Lycopene 20 mg by tnvitamins: Common Questions

Does Lycopene 20 mg by tnvitamins interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Lycopene 20 mg has a known interaction with 122 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Lycopene 20 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.
Does lycopene really help with prostate cancer?
The evidence says it's possibly effective — meaning there's some research support, but we're not certain yet. It's not a proven treatment, so it shouldn't replace your doctor's care if you have prostate concerns.
What side effects might I get from this supplement?
Most people tolerate it well, but some experience digestive issues like diarrhea, gas, bloating, nausea, or indigestion. These tend to be mild and temporary.
Is it safe to take lycopene while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Food amounts of lycopene are fine during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but supplement safety hasn't been well studied in these situations. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this supplement if you're pregnant or nursing.
Why do I need to check my blood thinner medications before taking this?
Lab research shows lycopene can thin the blood on its own. Combined with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs, this could raise your bleeding risk, so your doctor or pharmacist needs to weigh the benefits against that risk for your situation.
Does lycopene help with high cholesterol or diabetes?
The evidence doesn't support it for either condition — for diabetes it's rated possibly ineffective, and for high cholesterol there simply isn't enough reliable research yet.

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Sources & How We Checked

Lycopene 20 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.

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The 10 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.

Lycopene 10 references
  1. Sharma, J. B., Kumar, A., Kumar, A., Malhotra, M., Arora, R., Prasad, S., and Batra, S. Effect of lycopene on pre-eclampsia and intra-uterine growth retardation in primigravidas. Int J Gynaecol.Obstet. 2003;81(3):257-262. PubMed
  2. Hsiao, G., Wang, Y., Tzu, N. H., Fong, T. H., Shen, M. Y., Lin, K. H., Chou, D. S., and Sheu, J. R. Inhibitory effects of lycopene on in vitro platelet activation and in vivo prevention of thrombus formation. J Lab Clin Med 2005;146(4):216-226. PubMed
  3. Clark, P. E., Hall, M. C., Borden, L. S., Jr., Miller, A. A., Hu, J. J., Lee, W. R., Stindt, D., D'Agostino, R., Jr., Lovato, J., Harmon, M., and Torti, F. M. Phase I-II prospective dose-escalating trial of lycopene in patients with biochemical relapse o
  4. O'Kennedy, N., Crosbie, L., Whelan, S., Luther, V., Horgan, G., Broom, J. I., Webb, D. J., and Duttaroy, A. K. Effects of tomato extract on platelet function: a double-blinded crossover study in healthy humans. Am.J.Clin.Nutr. 2006;84(3):561-569. PubMed
  5. Jatoi, A., Burch, P., Hillman, D., Vanyo, J. M., Dakhil, S., Nikcevich, D., Rowland, K., Morton, R., Flynn, P. J., Young, C., and Tan, W. A tomato-based, lycopene-containing intervention for androgen-independent prostate cancer: results of a Phase II stu
  6. Schwenke, C., Ubrig, B., Thurmann, P., Eggersmann, C., and Roth, S. Lycopene for advanced hormone refractory prostate cancer: a prospective, open phase II pilot study. J.Urol. 2009;181(3):1098-1103. PubMed
  7. Banerjee, S., Jeyaseelan, S., and Guleria, R. Trial of lycopene to prevent pre-eclampsia in healthy primigravidas: results show some adverse effects. J.Obstet.Gynaecol.Res. 2009;35(3):477-482. PubMed
  8. Haseen, F., Cantwell, M. M., O'Sullivan, J. M., and Murray, L. J. Is there a benefit from lycopene supplementation in men with prostate cancer? A systematic review. Prostate Cancer Prostatic.Dis. 2009;12(4):325-332. PubMed
  9. Ilic, D., Forbes, K. M., and Hassed, C. Lycopene for the prevention of prostate cancer. Cochrane.Database.Syst.Rev. 2011;(11):CD008007. PubMed
  10. Sawardekar SB, Patel TC, Uchil D. Comparative evaluation of antiplatelet effect of lycopene with aspirin and the effect of their combination on platelet aggregation: an in vitro study. Indian J Pharmacol 2016;48:26-31. PubMed

See these in context on the Lycopene monograph →

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