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Ocuvite Blue Light Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Bausch & Lomb

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Softgel Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Ocuvite Blue Light 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Ocuvite Blue Light is a dietary supplement by Bausch & Lomb with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye health, age-related macular degeneration, cataract prevention.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Zeaxanthin. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Ocuvite Blue Light by Bausch & Lomb

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 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Ocuvite Blue Light contains two active ingredients: lutein and zeaxanthin. Both are carotenoids — plant pigments your eye naturally absorbs and stores in the macula (the central part of your retina that controls sharp vision).

The softgel capsule also contains inactive ingredients including soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, sunflower oil, beeswax, soy lecithin, tocopherols, and colorants.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: help eyes shield and filter blue light.
  • We looked for evidence on: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Asthenopia (eye strain), Cataracts, Dry eye, blue light exposure, macular health — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Lutein is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Lutein is rated "Possibly Effective" for Cataracts.
  • Also on file: Zeaxanthin is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Lutein is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, but the evidence for retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, necrotizing enterocolitis, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia is insufficient — it's been rated possibly ineffective for those conditions. Zeaxanthin is possibly effective for AMD as well.

For other uses listed in our data — age-related cognitive decline, Alzheimer disease, asthma, breast cancer, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia — the evidence isn't established.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lutein Zeaxanthin

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 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Lutein from food and typical supplement doses is generally well tolerated, with doses up to 20 mg daily showing no adverse effects in trials. Zeaxanthin is also generally well tolerated at typical supplement amounts.

Both ingredients are rated Likely Safe in pregnancy and lactation. However, the safety of concentrated supplement doses (rather than dietary amounts) during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been well studied, so check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lutein Zeaxanthin

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 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Zeaxanthin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 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.

If you take diabetes medication (antidiabetes drugs), check it against this product before starting — zeaxanthin may theoretically increase the risk of low blood sugar. For any other medications you're on, use the search tool on this page to verify there are no undocumented concerns.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Ocuvite Blue Light may be worth considering if you're concerned about macular degeneration or cataracts, though the evidence for lutein and zeaxanthin is "possibly effective" rather than proven. If you take diabetes medication, confirm with your doctor or pharmacist that zeaxanthin is appropriate for you.

Both ingredients are generally well tolerated, but talk it over with your healthcare provider before starting, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on other medications.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 13, 2022.

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 Ocuvite Blue Light, straight from the product label.

Brand Bausch & Lomb
Net contents 30 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 13, 2022
DSLD ID 278497
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)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Ocuvite Blue Light by Bausch & Lomb, 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
30
IngredientAmount% DV
Lutein25 mg--
Zeaxanthin5 mg--

Other ingredients: Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Sunflower Oil, yellow Beeswax, Soy Lecithin, natural Tocopherols, Titanium Dioxide, FD&C Red 40, FD&C Blue 1

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Label statements
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General Statements

New

Digital devices and blue light We are using digital devices for hours each day. These devices are exposing our eyes to high energy blue light. Reducing exposure to blue light may promote eye health.

FDA Statement of Identity

Lutein & Zeaxanthin Supplement

Formulation

Helps eyes shield and filter blue light

Ocuvite Blue Light helps replenish the macular pigment layer that helps filter blue light.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for Use: Take 1 soft gel daily, in the morning with a full glass of water during a meal.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children

Do not use if seal under closure is broken or missing.

Storage

Store at room temperature

Seals/Symbols

Manufactured and packaged in South Carolina, USA with USA and imported ingredients.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Formula

Specially formulated with high levels of vital eye nutrients 25 mg Lutein 5 mg Zeaxanthin Lutein & Zeaxanthin are eye nutrients that are concentrated in the macula and help filter blue light. Macular Pigment: Lutein and Zeaxanthin

Brand IP Statement(s)

R/TM are trademarks of Bausch & Lomb incorporated or its affiliates. Copyright Bausch & Lomb incorporated

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Ocuvite Blue Light label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Ocuvite Blue Light by Bausch & Lomb

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Lutein

No known
interactions
25 mg per serving Form: Marigold flower extract

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 & interactions

Zeaxanthin

Interacts with
86 drugs
5 mg per serving Form: Marigold flower extract

Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment that, along with lutein, concentrates in the macula of the eye and may help support long-term eye health. The stron...

Zeaxanthin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Sunflower Oil, Yellow Beeswax, Soy Lecithin, Natural Tocopherols, Titanium Dioxide, FD&C Red 40, FD&C Blue 1. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Ocuvite Blue Light by Bausch & Lomb Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Zeaxanthin 86

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Ocuvite Blue Light interact with 86 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 2 ingredients in Ocuvite Blue Light interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Zeaxanthin

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Ocuvite Blue Light 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.

Zeaxanthin1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking zeaxanthin with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
In an animal diabetic model, zeaxanthin has hypoglycemic effects. However, population research has found that increasing intake of dietary zeaxanthin plus lutein does not decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Zeaxanthin full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Ocuvite Blue Light, from the product label.

Bausch & Lomb

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Name
Bausch + Lomb, a division of Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC
City
Bridgewater
State
NJ
ZipCode
08807
Phone Number
1-800-553-5340
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Ocuvite Blue Light by Bausch & Lomb: Common Questions

Does Ocuvite Blue Light by Bausch & Lomb interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Ocuvite Blue Light has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Ocuvite Blue Light contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Is Ocuvite Blue Light safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Both lutein and zeaxanthin are rated Likely Safe in pregnancy and lactation. However, the safety of concentrated supplement doses (as opposed to food sources) has not been well studied in these situations, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What exactly are lutein and zeaxanthin?
They're carotenoids — plant pigments that naturally accumulate in your macula, the part of your retina responsible for sharp central vision. Your body doesn't make them, so you have to get them from food or supplements.
Can Ocuvite Blue Light prevent cataracts or macular degeneration?
Lutein and zeaxanthin are both rated possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and lutein for cataracts, but that means the evidence is promising, not definitive. Talk with your eye doctor about whether this supplement fits your particular situation.
Does this supplement cause side effects?
Lutein is generally well tolerated, with doses up to 20 mg daily showing no adverse effects in trials. Zeaxanthin is also well tolerated at typical supplement amounts. Neither ingredient reports common side effects in our data.
Are there any fillers or additives I should know about?
The softgel contains soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, sunflower oil, beeswax, soy lecithin, tocopherols, and colorants. If you're allergic or sensitive to any of these — soy, for example — check the label or talk with your pharmacist.
Is this safe if I take diabetes medication?
Zeaxanthin may theoretically increase the risk of low blood sugar when combined with diabetes medication, which is a Moderate concern. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this supplement alongside antidiabetes drugs.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Ocuvite Blue Light’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Lutein

Lutein is a plant-based antioxidant pigment that concentrates in the eye, and the best evidence suggests it (often combined with zeaxanthin) may help slow progression of age-related macular...

Read the full Lutein monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Zeaxanthin

Interacts with 86 drugs

Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment that, along with lutein, concentrates in the macula of the eye and may help support long-term eye health. The strongest evidence relates to slowing progres...

Read the full Zeaxanthin monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Ocuvite Blue Light'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 6 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
  1. 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
  2. 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

See these in context on the Lutein monograph →

Zeaxanthin 4 references
  1. Montonen J, Knekt P, Jarvinen R, Reunanen A. Dietary antioxidant intake and risk of type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care 2004;27:362-6. PubMed
  2. Leermakers ET, Darweesh SK, Baena CP, et al. The effects of lutein on cardiometabolic health across the life course: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Clin Nutr 2016;103(2):481-94. PubMed
  3. Kou L, Du M, Zhang C, Dai Z, Li X, Zhang B. The Hypoglycemic, Hypolipidemic, and Anti-Diabetic Nephritic Activities of Zeaxanthin in Diet-Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Sprague Dawley Rats. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2017;182(3):944-955. PubMed
  4. Xu X, Zhao X, Berde Y, Low YL, Kuchan MJ. Milk and Plasma Lutein and Zeaxanthin Concentrations in Chinese Breast-Feeding Mother-Infant Dyads With Healthy Maternal Fruit and Vegetable Intake. J Am Coll Nutr 2019;38(2):179-184. PubMed

See these in context on the Zeaxanthin 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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