Phosphatidyl Choline Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Bronson Laboratories
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Phosphatidyl Choline 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
Phosphatidyl Choline is a dietary supplement by Bronson Laboratories 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 Phosphatidyl Choline by Bronson Laboratories
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 softgel contains 4 active ingredients: phosphatidylcholine (the main one), soy lecithin, linolenic acid, and linoleic acid. Phosphatidylcholine is a natural compound found in cell membranes and is involved in cell function and repair.
The other ingredients are fatty acids and phospholipids that support the overall composition of the supplement.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for phosphatidylcholine shows it's possibly effective for ulcerative colitis (an inflammatory bowel condition). For other uses listed here — nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, alcohol-related liver disease, Alzheimer disease, and anxiety — the evidence isn't established enough for us to rate it either way.
That means more research is needed before we can say whether it works for those conditions.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Phosphatidylcholine is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are altered taste, bloating, diarrhea, itching, nausea, sweating, and vomiting — especially if you take large amounts.
Very high doses (30 grams a day or more) are more likely to cause digestive upset and diarrhea. Choline, which comes from phosphatidylcholine, is actually needed during pregnancy.
However, the safety of taking this supplement — beyond what you'd get from food — hasn't been well studied in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check in this product. Still, bring your medication list to your pharmacist — they can review it against anything you're considering adding.
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.
Phosphatidyl Choline is a well-tolerated supplement with no documented interactions with medications. It shows some promise for ulcerative colitis, though evidence for other uses is still limited.
If you're pregnant, nursing, or have questions about how it fits with your health, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 1 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 26, 2012.
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 Phosphatidyl Choline, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Bronson Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 716563090029 |
| Net contents | 250 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 26, 2012 |
| DSLD ID | 8399 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Phosphatidyl Choline by Bronson Laboratories, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 30 {Calories} | -- |
| Soy Lecithin | 3600 mg | -- |
| Calories from Fat | 30 {Calories} | -- |
| Total Fat | 3 g | 5% |
| Phosphatidylcholine | 1260 mg | -- |
| Linolenic Acid | 144 mg | -- |
| Linoleic Acid | 1152 mg | -- |
| Phosphatidylinositol | 45 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Soy Lecithin, Vegetable Glycerin, purified Water
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Storage
Store at room temperature. Protect from light.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
WARNING: Please consult a healthcare professional before taking this product if you are pregnant or nursing.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Discover the Bronson Difference(TM)
General Statements
Made in USA
Support normal brain function
BRAIN SUPPORT EST 1960
Formula
Contains Soy.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement for adults, 1 softgel three times daily or as directed by a health professional.
General
90b REF 1011
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Phosphatidyl Choline by Bronson Laboratories 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 Phosphatidyl Choline by Bronson Laboratories
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 & interactions- › Phosphatidylcholine
- › Linolenic Acid
- › Linoleic Acid
- › Phosphatidylinositol
Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Soy Lecithin, Vegetable Glycerin, Purified Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Phosphatidyl Choline by Bronson Laboratories Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Phosphatidyl Choline. 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 Phosphatidyl Choline, from the product label.
Bronson Laboratories
- Name
- Bronson Laboratories
- City
- Lindon
- State
- UT
- ZipCode
- 84042
Phosphatidyl Choline by Bronson Laboratories: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Phosphatidyl Choline’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Lecithin
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 most of its health claims is limited, t...
Read the full Lecithin monograph → Herb & supplement monographPhosphatidylcholine
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, but solid human evidence is limited for mo...
Read the full Phosphatidylcholine monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Phosphatidyl Choline'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 24 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:
Phosphatidylcholine 15 references
- 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
- Aronson PJ, Lorincz AL. Promotion of palmar sweating with oral phosphatidylcholine. Acta Derm Venereol 1985;65:19-24. DOI
- 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
- 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
- Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of lower lid bulging due to prominent fat pads. Dermatol Surg 2001;27:391-2. PubMed
- Rotunda AM, Kolodney MS. Mesotherapy and phosphatidylcholine injections: historical clarification and review. Dermatol Surg 2006;32:465-80. PubMed
- Hexsel D, Serra M, Mazzuco R, et al. Phosphatidylcholine in the treatment of localized fat. J Drugs Dermatol 2003;2:511-8.
- Hasengschwandtner F. Phosphatidylcholine treatment to induce lipolysis. Cosmet Dermatol 2005;4:308-13. PubMed
- Rittes PG. The use of phosphatidylcholine for correction of localized fat deposits. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2003;27:315-8. PubMed
- Ablon G, Rotunda AM. Treatment of lower eyelid fat pads using phosphatidylcholine: clinical trial and review. Dermatol Surg 2004;30:422-7. PubMed
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
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