Natural Lutein 20 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Freeda
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Natural Lutein 20 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
Natural Lutein 20 mg is a dietary supplement by Freeda 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 Natural Lutein 20 mg by Freeda
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 a single active ingredient: lutein, a carotenoid (a type of plant pigment) found naturally in leafy greens and other vegetables. Your body doesn't make lutein on its own, so it comes from your diet or, in this case, a supplement.
The capsule itself is made from vegetable cellulose, along with cellulose, vegetarian stearate, and silica as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Lutein is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts — two common eye conditions. The evidence supporting these uses is considered promising but not definitive.
For other conditions like retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and necrotizing enterocolitis, lutein appears to be ineffective based on the data we hold.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lutein from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated. In clinical trials, doses up to 20 mg daily — exactly what's in this product — have not caused adverse effects.
The safety data does note that while lutein is naturally present in breast milk, there isn't enough research on the safety of higher supplement doses during lactation, so caution is advised. Pregnancy and lactation are rated as likely safe, but if you're pregnant or nursing, talk 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. You're clear from a drug-interaction standpoint with the information we hold, but always confirm your full medication list with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
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're concerned about eye health, especially AMD or cataracts, this supplement may be worth considering — the evidence for it is promising. It's generally well tolerated, and this 20 mg dose hasn't shown adverse effects in studies.
Still, confirm with your doctor or pharmacist that it fits your personal health picture before you add it.
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 May 22, 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
General information
Key facts about Natural Lutein 20 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Freeda |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 758487035212 |
| Net contents | 100 Veg Cap(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 22, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 221515 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Natural Lutein 20 mg by Freeda, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lutein | 20 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Capsule, Cellulose, Vegetarian Stearate, Silica
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Formulation
No gluten No lactose No artificial colors No artificial flavors No animal derivatives No sugar or starch No gelatin No yeast
Vegan
Seals/Symbols
Manufactured in a GMP certified facility in the USA
NSKC (New Square Rabbinical Kashrus Council) OU Pareve (Kosher)
General Statements
Freeda since 1928 Now in capsules
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Formula
NSKC (New Square Rabbinical Kashrus Council) OU Pareve (Kosher)
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Adults, take one (1) capsule daily preferably with food and liquid.
Storage
Store product at room temperature. Do not expose to excessive heat or moisture.
Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children
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Natural Lutein 20 mg by Freeda 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 Natural Lutein 20 mg by Freeda
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule 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: Vegetable Cellulose Capsule, Cellulose, Vegetarian Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Natural Lutein 20 mg by Freeda Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Natural Lutein 20 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 Natural Lutein 20 mg, from the product label.
Freeda
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- Freeda Health
- City
- Brooklyn
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11210
- Phone Number
- 1-800-777-3737
- Web Address
- www.freedahealth.com
Natural Lutein 20 mg by Freeda: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Natural Lutein 20 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Natural Lutein 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.
- 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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