Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Solgar
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 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 Soya Lecithin 1360 mg is a dietary supplement by Solgar with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, liver health, brain and memory 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 Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 mg by Solgar
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 one active ingredient: soy lecithin at 1,360 mg per softgel. Lecithin is a fatty substance found naturally in soy and eggs; your body uses it as a building block for cell membranes and nerve tissue.
The softgel itself is made from gelatin and vegetable glycerin, which are inactive ingredients that hold the lecithin and make it easy to swallow.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for soy lecithin is mixed and mostly inconclusive. It's been studied for Alzheimer disease and cognitive decline, but the research hasn't found it likely to help with Alzheimer disease itself, and we don't have enough solid data yet on whether it helps with age-related memory or thinking changes.
We also lack reliable evidence for anxiety, bipolar disorder, and liver fat buildup related to intravenous feeding (TPN-associated hepatic steatosis). If you're considering it for a specific health goal, talk it over with your doctor — they can tell you whether it makes sense for your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Soy lecithin is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are mild: abdominal pain, diarrhea, a sense of fullness, and nausea — usually mild and not everyone gets them.
If you have a soy or egg allergy, be aware that lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions in sensitive people. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, lecithin is rated as likely safe, though some sources suggest checking with your healthcare provider before using supplements while nursing — especially if you're considering it for clogged milk ducts.
If you're pregnant, nursing, or have a soy or egg allergy, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for soy lecithin in our data. That doesn't mean interactions can't happen — it means we haven't recorded any.
Before you take this product alongside any prescription medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist to be sure.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
This product is a single-ingredient soy lecithin supplement with no documented drug interactions, making it straightforward from a medication-safety standpoint. Evidence for its effectiveness is limited — it doesn't look promising for Alzheimer disease and we need more research on other uses.
It's generally well tolerated, though abdominal symptoms and allergic reactions are possible if you're sensitive to soy or eggs. Before you start, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or allergic to soy or eggs, check with your own doctor or pharmacist to make sure it's right for you.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 23, 2018.
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 Soya Lecithin 1360 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Solgar |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 033984015418 |
| Net contents | 250 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 23, 2018 |
| DSLD ID | 81643 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| 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 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 mg by Solgar, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Fat | 1 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Soy Lecithin | 1360 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin
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Formula
Lecithin is a natural source of choline and linoleic acid.
Contains Soy ingredients
General Statements
Linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid that is not made in the body and must be consumed from food or supplements.
Since 1947
Brand IP Statement(s)
2017 Solgar, Inc.
General
SOLGB16112 03C
Formulation
Non-GMO Gluten, wheat & dairy free
Free Of: Gluten, wheat, dairy, yeast, sugar, artificial flavor, sweetener, preservatives and color.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Precautions
Contains Soy ingredients
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking any dietary supplement.
Discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if outer bottle seal is missing or damaged.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) softgel daily, preferably with a meal. May take up to six softgels distributed throughout the day or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
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Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 mg by Solgar label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 mg by Solgar
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.
Soy Lecithin
No knowninteractions
Lecithin is a natural fatty substance found in foods and made by the body that is widely used as a supplement and food emulsifier. Evidence supporting...
Soy Lecithin monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 mg by Solgar Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 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 Soya Lecithin 1360 mg, from the product label.
Solgar
See all Solgar products- Name
- Solgar, Inc.
- Street Address
- 500 Willow Tree Road
- City
- Leonia
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07605
- Phone Number
- 1-877-765-4274
- Web Address
- www.solgar.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 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 Soya Lecithin 1360 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.
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The 9 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.
Lecithin 9 references
- Buchman AL, Dubin M, Jenden D, et al. Lecithin increases plasma free choline and decreases hepatic steatosis in long-term total parenteral nutrition patients. Gastroenterology 1992;102:1363-70.
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline (2000). Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://b
- Chatellier G, Lacomblez L. Tacrine (tetrahydroaminoacridine; THA) and lecithin in senile dementia of the Alzheimer type: a multicentre trial. Groupe Francais d'Etude de la Tetrahydroaminoacridine. BMJ 1990;300:495-9.
- Gelenberg AJ, Dorer DJ, Wojcik JD, et al. A crossover study of lecithin treatment of tardive dyskinesia. J Clin Psychiatry 1990;51:149-53.
- Little A, Levy R, Chuaqui-Kidd P, Hand D. A double-blind, placebo controlled trial of high-dose lecithin in Alzheimer's disease. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 1985;48:736-42. PubMed
- Palm M, Moneret-Vautrin DA, Kanny G, et al. Food allergy to egg and soy lecithins. Allergy 1999;54:1116-7. PubMed
- Drachman DA, Glosser G, Fleming P, et al. Memory decline in the aged: treatment with lecithin and physostigmine. Neurology 1982;32:944-50. PubMed
- Gelenberg, A. J., Doller-Wojcik, J. C., and Growdon, J. H. Choline and lecithin in the treatment of tardive dyskinesia: preliminary results from a pilot study. Am J Psychiatry 1979;136(6):772-776. PubMed
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21, Chapter 1, Subchapter B, Part 184: Direct food substances affirmed as Generally Recognized as Safe. Subpart B - listing of specific substances affirmed as GRAS. Sec. 184.1400 Lecithin. Available at: https:
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