Phytosterols Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Phytosterols 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
Phytosterols is a dietary supplement by GNC Women's Ultra Mega with 1 active ingredient.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 Phytosterols by GNC Women's Ultra Mega
Four independent checks of what is known — a summary of the available information, not a grade of the product itself.
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
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our evidence database, so intended use can't be graded.
Why this rating?
- None of the active ingredients could be matched to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so intended use can't be graded against our evidence data.
Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.
Why this rating?
- The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
- No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our interaction database.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was nothing to check interactions against.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our safety data.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was no safety data to measure.
HelloPharmacist summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Medication interactions could not be assessed, and safety information could not be assessed.
Assessment coverage: 0 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 Phytosterols, straight from the product label.
| Brand | GNC Women's Ultra Mega |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 30 Pack(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 23, 2018 |
| DSLD ID | 81877 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Other (e.g. Tea Bag) |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Approved Health, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Seniors/Mature (>50 Years) - Women ONLY, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Phytosterols by GNC Women's Ultra Mega, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Phytosterols | 800 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Cellulose, Corn Starch, Titanium Dioxide, Vegetable Acetoglycerides
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General
CODE 329411 ANG
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take the contents of one pack daily with food.
To ensure a complete nutritional program, take daily with these GNC products: ~ Ultra Probiotic Complex 25 ~ Ocular Formula ~ SuperFoods Supreme ~ TriFlex
General Statements
Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration.
Actual size
GNC Quality Commitment For more than 75 years, GNC has been the leader in the development and manufacture of dietary supplements and is committed to producing the most superior products. We use only the highest quality ingredients manufactured under the strictest quality controls. Every raw material used is tested to ensure its purity and potency. Each product is dated and then shipped immediately to our stores to ensure that you are purchasing the freshest supplements available.
GNC Guarantee If you are not 100% completely satisfied, return the unused portion of the product with your receipt to a GNC store within 30 days. Our trained sales staff will either refund your purchase price or, if you prefer, assist you in finding a replacement product to help you live well.
Clinically studied
~ Phytosterols - Natural compounds found in fruits, vegetables and whole grains that help block cholesterol absorption. Phytosterols are clinically shown to support healthy cholesterol levels and may reduce the risk of heart disease.
Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include two servings of a dietary supplement that provide a daily total of at least 800 mg of plant phytosterols in two meals may reduce the risk of heart disease.
In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 112 healthy volunteers, subjects taking the GNC vitamin and mineral blend in this product for six weeks experienced statistically significant improvements in markers of B vitamin and antioxidant status, as well as improvements in SF-36 Vitality and Mental Health scores compared to those taking a placebo.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Warning: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Formulation
No artificial colors, no wheat, no gluten, yeast free.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Brand IP Statement(s)
Vitapak Program
Women's Ultra Mega 50 Plus VItapak Program is a scientifically designed, healthy aging program that conveniently combines specialty formulas to support a women's overall nutritional needs.
Formula
~ May reduce the risk of heart disease with 800 mg of phytosterols
Each daily serving provides the clinically studied dose of 800 mg of phytosterols.
A serving of Women's Ultra Mega 50 Plus Vitapak supplies 800 mg of plant-phytosterols.
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.
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Phytosterols by GNC Women's Ultra Mega 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 Phytosterols by GNC Women's Ultra Mega
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 White Caplet(s) Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Amounts shown are per serving.
Phytosterols
Other (inactive) ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Cellulose, Corn Starch, Titanium Dioxide, Vegetable Acetoglycerides. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Phytosterols by GNC Women's Ultra Mega Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Phytosterols. 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 Phytosterols, from the product label.
GNC Women's Ultra Mega
See all GNC Women's Ultra Mega products- Name
- General Nutrition Corporation
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15222
- Phone Number
- 1-888-462-2548
- Web Address
- www.gnc.com
Phytosterols by GNC Women's Ultra Mega: Common Questions
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Sources & How We Checked
Phytosterols'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.
Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.
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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