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: soya lecithin at 1,360 mg per softgel capsule. Lecithin is a fatty substance found naturally in soy and eggs; it's often used as a dietary supplement and food additive.
The capsule itself is made from gelatin and vegetable glycerin.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence on lecithin's effectiveness is mixed and often incomplete. For Alzheimer disease, it's rated likely ineffective.
For age-related cognitive decline, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and TPN-associated hepatic steatosis (liver fat buildup from prolonged IV nutrition), the evidence we hold is insufficient to rate it — meaning there isn't enough reliable data to say whether it works or doesn't. Talk with your doctor if you're considering it for any of these uses.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Soya lecithin is generally considered safe in food and supplement amounts, though the safety data advises talking to your doctor before using supplements. It's often used to help with clogged milk ducts in breastfeeding, but check with your healthcare provider first if that's your goal.
The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, fullness, and nausea. If you have an egg or soy allergy, lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions — avoid this product if either applies to you.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for soya lecithin. That's a good sign, but it's not a guarantee none exist — run your specific medications through the checker on this page before you start.
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.
Solgar's soya lecithin is well tolerated by most people, but its effectiveness for cognitive decline, anxiety, and other uses studied isn't established in the data we hold. If you have a soy or egg allergy, skip it.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you're breastfeeding or using it for a specific health goal.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 22, 2017.
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) | 033984015401 |
| Net contents | 100 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 22, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 77157 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| 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% |
| Soya Lecithin | 1360 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Glycerin
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General Statements
Lecithin is a natural source of choline and linoleic acid. 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
Formula
Contains soy ingredients.
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.
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 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.
Soya 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...
Soya 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
Natural Soya Lecithin 1360 mg by Solgar: Common Questions
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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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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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