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Dietary supplement

PhosChol PPC Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nutrasal

Liquid Category: Fat/fatty Acid
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

PhosChol PPC is a dietary supplement by Nutrasal with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for liver health, memory and brain support, ulcerative colitis.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 PhosChol PPC by Nutrasal

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 3 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

PhosChol PPC is a liquid formula with 3 active ingredients: phosphatidylcholine (a compound naturally found in cell membranes that may support liver and brain health), polyunsaturated fat, and monounsaturated fat. The product also contains several inactive ingredients — safflower oil, medium chain triglyceride, neutral spirits, glycerol stearate, ascorbyl palmitate, and D-alpha-tocopherol — that serve as carriers, preservatives, and stabilizers.

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 Phosphatidylcholine's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Phosphatidylcholine 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: Ulcerative colitis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Phosphatidylcholine is possibly effective for ulcerative colitis (a type of inflammatory bowel disease). For nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, alcohol-related liver disease, Alzheimer disease, and anxiety, the evidence isn't solid enough yet to say whether it works.

The data we hold doesn't establish how the fats in this product contribute to its benefits.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Phosphatidylcholine

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.

Phosphatidylcholine is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. At normal doses, some people report bloating, diarrhea, altered taste, nausea, or vomiting; very high doses (30 grams a day) are more likely to cause digestive upset.

Choline (which your body makes from phosphatidylcholine) is needed during pregnancy, but we don't have enough data on supplement safety beyond what you'd get from food — talk with your doctor before taking this while pregnant. For breastfeeding, there's not enough reliable information; check with your healthcare provider first.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Phosphatidylcholine

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. That said, we could not verify polyunsaturated fat and monounsaturated fat, so run your exact medications through the checker on this page or ask your pharmacist to be sure.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

PhosChol PPC may be worth considering if you have ulcerative colitis or are interested in liver support, though evidence is strongest for ulcerative colitis. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any regular medications, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you start.

No interactions are documented for the one ingredient we could fully check, but it's smart to confirm with your own healthcare provider.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 24, 2024.

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 PhosChol PPC, straight from the product label.

Brand Nutrasal
Barcode (UPC) 013964121049
Net contents 16 Ounce(s); 0.473 Liter(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 24, 2024
DSLD ID 304763
Product type Fat/fatty Acid
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for PhosChol PPC by Nutrasal, 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:
3.33 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
5 mL
Servings per container
96
UPC/BARCODE
013964121049
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories30 Calorie(s)--
Calories from Fat30 Calorie(s)--
Total Fat3 Gram(s)5%
Saturated Fat0 Gram(s)--
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 Gram(s)--
Monounsaturated Fat2 Gram(s)--
Phosphatidylcholine3 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Safflower Oil, Medium Chain Triglyceride, neutral Spirits, Glycerol Stearate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, D-Alpha-Tocopherol

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Label statements
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Formula

Each serving provides: 3000 mg of pharmaceutical grade polyenylphosphatidylcholine (PPC).

Polyenylphosphatidylcholine

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested usage: As a dietary supplement, take 2/3-1 tsp. daily, or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Storage

Storage: Store at controlled room temperature 59 degrees F - 86 degrees F (15 degrees C - 30 degrees C).

Precautions

Do not take if tamper resistant seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

This product is made with pharmaceutical grade PPC and intended for professional use.

Formulation

It is manufactured under strict quality controls to ensure purity, potency and reliability.

Contains no: Wheat, gluten, corn, soy protein, yeast, dairy products, artificial colors, sweeteners, or preservatives.

Manufactured USA

Seals/Symbols

Manufactured in the USA cGMP Compliant

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Nutrasal Advanced Lipid Science

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PhosChol PPC by Nutrasal label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in PhosChol PPC by Nutrasal

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size3.33 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container96 Amounts shown are per serving.

Phosphatidylcholine

No known
interactions
3 Gram(s) per serving Form: Polyenylphosphatidylcholine

Phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid that is part of every cell membrane and a source of choline. People take it for liver, brain, and gut health, bu...

Phosphatidylcholine monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Safflower Oil, Medium Chain Triglyceride, Neutral Spirits, Glycerol Stearate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, D-Alpha-Tocopherol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

PhosChol PPC by Nutrasal Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in PhosChol PPC. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for PhosChol PPC, from the product label.

Nutrasal

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Name
Nutrasal, Inc.
City
Scottsdale
State
AZ
Phone Number
800.777.1886
Web Address
nutrasal.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

PhosChol PPC by Nutrasal: Common Questions

Does PhosChol PPC by Nutrasal interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in PhosChol PPC. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
PhosChol PPC 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.
Will this hurt my stomach or cause any side effects?
Most people tolerate it well, but some report bloating, diarrhea, altered taste, nausea, or vomiting — especially at higher doses. If you notice digestive upset, you can try taking a smaller dose or talk with your pharmacist.
Can I take PhosChol while I'm pregnant?
Your body needs choline during pregnancy, but we don't have enough safety data on supplements beyond food sources. Talk with your doctor before starting this while pregnant so you can make the right choice for you.
Can I take it while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable information yet to know whether it's safe during breastfeeding. Check with your healthcare provider first to make sure it's right for you.
Is this product good for liver health?
Phosphatidylcholine has been studied for fatty liver disease and alcohol-related liver damage, but the evidence so far isn't strong enough to say it works. It's possibly effective for ulcerative colitis, a type of bowel inflammation.
What is phosphatidylcholine and why is it in this product?
Phosphatidylcholine is a natural compound found in cell membranes throughout your body. It's included here because it may help with ulcerative colitis and has been studied for brain and liver support, though more research is needed for those uses.
Does this product have any fillers or additives?
Yes — it contains safflower oil, medium chain triglyceride, neutral spirits, glycerol stearate, ascorbyl palmitate, and D-alpha-tocopherol as inactive ingredients that help keep it stable and in liquid form.

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Sources & How We Checked

PhosChol PPC'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 15 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.

Phosphatidylcholine 15 references
  1. Domino EF, May WW, Demetriou S, et al. Lack of clinically significant improvement of patients with tardive dyskinesia following phosphatidylcholine therapy. Biol Psychiatry 1985;20:1189-96. PubMed
  2. Aronson PJ, Lorincz AL. Promotion of palmar sweating with oral phosphatidylcholine. Acta Derm Venereol 1985;65:19-24. DOI
  3. Hexsel DM, Serra M, de Oliveira Dal'Forno T, et al. Cosmetic uses of injectable phosphatidylcholine on the face. Otolaryngol Clin North Am 2005;38:1119-29. PubMed
  4. Kopera D, Binder B, Toplak H, et al. Histopathologic changes after intralesional application of phosphatidylcholine for lipoma reduction: report of a case. Am J Dermatopathol 2006;28:331-3. PubMed
  5. Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of lower lid bulging due to prominent fat pads. Dermatol Surg 2001;27:391-2. PubMed
  6. Rotunda AM, Kolodney MS. Mesotherapy and phosphatidylcholine injections: historical clarification and review. Dermatol Surg 2006;32:465-80. PubMed
  7. Hexsel D, Serra M, Mazzuco R, et al. Phosphatidylcholine in the treatment of localized fat. J Drugs Dermatol 2003;2:511-8.
  8. Hasengschwandtner F. Phosphatidylcholine treatment to induce lipolysis. Cosmet Dermatol 2005;4:308-13. PubMed
  9. Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of localized fat deposits. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2003;27:315-8. PubMed
  10. Ablon G, Rotunda AM. Treatment of lower eyelid fat pads using phosphatidylcholine: clinical trial and review. Dermatol Surg 2004;30:422-7. PubMed
  11. Loguercio C, Andreone P, Brisc C, et al. Silybin combined with phosphatidylcholine and vitamin E in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: a randomized controlled trial. Free Radic Biol Med 2012;52(9):1658-65. PubMed
  12. Panos, J. M., Palson, R., Johnson, R., Portmann, B., and Williams, R. Polyunsaturated phosphatidylcholine for acute alcoholic hepatitis: a double blind randomized placebo controlled trial. Eur.J.Gastroenterol 1990;2:351-355.
  13. Stremmel W, Braun A, Hanemann A, Ehehalt R, Autschbach F, Karner M. Delayed release phosphatidylcholine in chronic-active ulcerative colitis: a randomized, double-blinded, dose finding study. J Clin Gastroenterol 2010;44(5):e101-7. PubMed
  14. Stremmel W, Ehehalt R, Autschbach F, Karner M. Phosphatidylcholine for steroid-refractory chronic ulcerative colitis: a randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2007;147(9):603-10. PubMed
  15. Stremmel W, Vural H, Evliyaoglu O, Weiskirchen R. Delayed Release Phosphatidylcholine is Effective for Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis: A Meta-Analysis. Dig Dis 2021;39(5):508-515. PubMed

See these in context on the Phosphatidylcholine monograph →

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