Reduced Glutathione Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Reduced Glutathione 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
Reduced Glutathione is a dietary supplement by Pure Encapsulations with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for antioxidant support, skin lightening or brightening, detoxification 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 Reduced Glutathione by Pure Encapsulations
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: L-glutathione, a compound your body produces naturally. It's included here in oral capsule form.
The capsule itself is made from vegetarian material, and the capsule is filled with hypoallergenic plant fiber as an inactive ingredient.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for glutathione is mixed. It's rated possibly effective for reducing nerve damage (neurotoxicity) caused by cisplatin, a chemotherapy drug — but that's a specialized medical use.
For other conditions in this product's range — nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, Alzheimer disease, athletic performance, and cataracts — the evidence we have is insufficient to say whether it works or not.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Oral glutathione appears generally well tolerated in the short term, though long-term safety hasn't been as thoroughly studied. If you have asthma, note that inhaled (nebulized) glutathione can trigger airway narrowing and shortness of breath — this product is oral, so that's not a concern here, but it's worth knowing if you've encountered glutathione in other forms.
During pregnancy, there isn't enough reliable safety data, so it's best avoided unless your doctor advises otherwise. The same goes for breastfeeding — safety data is limited, so caution and avoidance are advised.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Even so, it's smart to search your exact medications in the tool below before you start.
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.
Reduced Glutathione may be worth considering if you're looking for general antioxidant support, though the evidence for most uses is still emerging. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first — the safety data isn't robust enough for us to give a clear go-ahead.
No medication interactions are documented, but always run your full medication list through the checker on this page.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 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
General information
Key facts about Reduced Glutathione, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Pure Encapsulations |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 766298002323 |
| Net contents | 60 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 22, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 278346 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Reduced Glutathione by Pure Encapsulations, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| L-Glutathione | 100 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: hypoallergenic Plant Fiber, Vegetarian Capsule
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendations: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, between meals.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Use only if safety seal is intact.
General Statements
Contents may not fill package in order to accommodate required labeling. Please rely on stated quantity.
Scan to learn about our hypoallergenic supplements
Seals/Symbols
GFCO.org Certified Gluten-Free by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization, www.gluten.org
Formulation
Supports antioxidant defenses and detoxification
Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic
Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Brand IP Statement(s)
Setria is a registered trademark of Kyowa Bio Co., Ltd.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Reduced Glutathione by Pure Encapsulations 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 Reduced Glutathione by Pure Encapsulations
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
L-Glutathione
No knowninteractions
Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant your body makes naturally, and many people take it as a supplement hoping for skin, detox, or anti-aging benefit...
L-Glutathione monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hypoallergenic Plant Fiber, Vegetarian Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Reduced Glutathione by Pure Encapsulations Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Reduced Glutathione. 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 Reduced Glutathione, from the product label.
Pure Encapsulations
See all Pure Encapsulations products- Name
- Pure Encapsulations
- Street Address
- 490 Boston Post Road
- City
- Sudbury
- State
- MA
- Phone Number
- 1-800-753-2277
- Web Address
- www.PureEncapsulations.com
Reduced Glutathione by Pure Encapsulations: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Reduced Glutathione’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Reduced Glutathione'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 1 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.
Glutathione 1 reference
- Marrades RM, Roca J, Barbera JA, et al. Nebulized glutathione induces bronchoconstriction in patients with mild asthma. Am J Respir Crit Care Med 1997;156(2 Pt 1):425-30. PubMed
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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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