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Royal Jelly 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Absorb Health

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Royal Jelly 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Absorb Health with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for menopausal symptoms, skin health and wound care, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 174 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Royal Jelly concentrate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Royal Jelly 1000 mg by Absorb Health

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 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains a single active ingredient: royal jelly concentrate at 1000 mg per capsule. Royal jelly is a nutrient-rich secretion made by honeybees, traditionally used for various health purposes.

The capsule itself is made from gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose, and silica—all inactive ingredients that help form and stabilize the supplement.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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
Not assessable

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Nutrient-rich superfood.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

Royal jelly shows possibly effective evidence for menopausal symptoms. However, the data we hold does not establish effectiveness for allergic rhinitis (hay fever), physical performance, or diabetes—all rated possibly ineffective.

For hair loss (androgenic alopecia), there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate it either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Royal Jelly

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.

Royal jelly is generally well tolerated in most people. The biggest concern is allergic reaction—it can trigger serious allergic symptoms, especially in people with a history of asthma or atopy (a tendency toward allergic conditions).

Common allergic effects include itching, hives, eczema, swelling of the eyelids and face, watery eyes, runny nose, and shortness of breath. In rare cases, it can cause severe reactions like anaphylaxis or status asthmaticus (severe asthma attack), even death, in sensitive individuals.

There's also one case report of bloody diarrhea and inflammation of the colon after taking royal jelly, which resolved after stopping it. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Safety data isn't established, so it's best to avoid during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Royal Jelly

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 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Royal Jelly.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 174 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.

Before taking this product, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on antihypertensive drugs (blood pressure medications) or warfarin (a blood thinner). Royal jelly may lower blood pressure further or increase bleeding risk with these medications.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Royal jelly may be worth considering if you're dealing with menopausal symptoms and want to explore a bee-derived option. Be cautious if you have a history of asthma, allergies, or atopy—serious allergic reactions are rare but possible.

If you take blood pressure medication or warfarin, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, and let them know if you have any known bee or pollen allergies.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 24, 2020.

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 Royal Jelly 1000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Absorb Health
Barcode (UPC) 790566991347
Net contents 100 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 24, 2020
DSLD ID 216042
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form 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 Royal Jelly 1000 mg by Absorb Health, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
790566991347
IngredientAmount% DV
Royal Jelly concentrate1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica

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Label statements
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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.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of the reach of children.

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

Storage

Store at room temperature with lid tightly closed.

Formulation

Nutrient-rich superfood

No cutting agents

General Statements

Shop at www.absorbyourhealth.com for all your mind, body, and spirit needs.

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Royal Jelly 1000 mg by Absorb Health label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Royal Jelly 1000 mg by Absorb Health

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.

Royal Jelly concentrate

Interacts with
174 drugs
1000 mg per serving

Royal jelly is a nutrient-rich substance made by worker bees to feed the queen bee. People take it for menopause symptoms, energy, skin, and immune su...

Royal Jelly concentrate monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Royal Jelly 1000 mg by Absorb Health Drug Interactions

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174Drugs
174 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Royal Jelly 1000 mg 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.

Royal Jelly concentrate2 drug types · 174 drugs

Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, royal jelly might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that royal jelly might lower blood pressure.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Royal jelly might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with warfarin.
In one case, an 87-year-old male who was previously stabilized on warfarin developed hematuria and was found to have an INR of 7.29 after taking a royal jelly supplement for one week.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Royal Jelly 1000 mg, from the product label.

Absorb Health

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Name
Absorb Health
Street Address
4705 Southport-Supply Rd., #202
City
Southport
State
NC
ZipCode
28461
Web Address
www.absorbyourhealth.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Royal Jelly 1000 mg by Absorb Health: Common Questions

Does Royal Jelly 1000 mg by Absorb Health interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Royal Jelly 1000 mg has a known interaction with 174 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Royal Jelly 1000 mg 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.
Is royal jelly safe if I have asthma or allergies?
Royal jelly can trigger allergic reactions in people with a history of asthma or atopy. Symptoms range from itching and hives to shortness of breath and, rarely, life-threatening reactions like anaphylaxis. If you have either condition, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information, so it's best to avoid during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for advice tailored to your situation.
Does royal jelly actually work for menopausal symptoms?
The data we hold rates it possibly effective for menopausal symptoms, meaning there's some supporting evidence—though results vary by person. For hay fever, physical performance, and diabetes, it's rated possibly ineffective.
What's the difference between royal jelly and bee pollen?
Royal jelly is a nutrient-rich secretion made by honeybees, used to feed queen larvae. The product facts here cover only royal jelly, so I can't speak to bee pollen's properties or how they compare.
Can royal jelly cause stomach problems?
There's one case report of bloody diarrhea and colon inflammation after taking royal jelly, though symptoms resolved within two weeks of stopping it. This is rare, but if you experience digestive distress, stop taking it and contact your doctor.
What's in the capsule besides royal jelly?
The capsule contains gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose, and silica—these are inactive ingredients that help form the supplement and don't add active effects.

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Royal Jelly 1000 mg'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.

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The 14 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.

Royal Jelly 14 references
  1. Takahashi M, Matsuo I, Ohkido M. Contact dermatitis due to honeybee royal jelly. Contact Dermatitis 1983;9:452-5.
  2. Bullock RJ, et al. Fatal royal jelly-induced asthma. Med J Aust 1994;160:44. DOI
  3. Thien FC, Leung R, Baldo BA, et al. Asthma and anaphylaxis induced by royal jelly. Clin Exp Allergy 1996;26:216-22. PubMed
  4. Yonei Y, Shibagaki K, Tsukada N, et al. Case report: haemorrhagic colitis associated with royal jelly intake. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 1997;12:495-9.
  5. Harwood M, Harding S, Beasley R, Frankish PD. Asthma following royal jelly. N Z Med J 1996;109:325.
  6. Laporte JR, Ibaanez L, Vendrell L, Ballarin E. Bronchospasm induced by royal jelly. Allergy 1996;51:440. DOI
  7. Leung R, Thien FC, Baldo B, et al. Royal jelly-induced asthma and anaphylaxis: clinical characteristics and immunologic correlations. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1995;96:1004-7. PubMed
  8. Peacock S, Murray V, Turton C. Respiratory distress and royal jelly. BMJ 1995;311:1472. DOI
  9. Winther K, Hedman C. Assessment of the Effects of the Herbal Remedy Femal on the Symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study. Curr Ther Res Clin Exp 2002;63:344-53. DOI
  10. Lee NJ, Fermo JD. Warfarin and royal jelly interaction. Pharmacotherapy 2006;26:583-6. PubMed
  11. Tokunaga, K. H., Yoshida, C., Suzuki, K. M., Maruyama, H., Futamura, Y., Araki, Y., and Mishima, S. Antihypertensive effect of peptides from royal jelly in spontaneously hypertensive rats. Biol.Pharm.Bull. 2004;27(2):189-192. PubMed
  12. Sultana, A., Nabi, A. H., Nasir, U. M., Maruyama, H., Suzuki, K. M., Mishima, S., and Suzuki, F. A dipeptide YY derived from royal jelly proteins inhibits renin activity. Int.J.Mol.Med. 2008;21(6):677-681. DOI
  13. Gómez Torrijos E, Méndez Diaz Y, Borja Segade JM, et al. Occupational allergic respiratory disease due to royal jelly. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2016;117(1):102-3. PubMed
  14. Li JD, Cui L, Xu YY, Guan K. A case of anaphylaxis caused by major royal jelly protein 3 of royal jelly and its cross-reactivity with honeycomb. J Asthma Allergy 2021;14:1555-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Royal Jelly monograph →

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