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Dietary supplement

Royal Jelly 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BIOVEA

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

Royal Jelly 500 mg is a dietary supplement by BIOVEA 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. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Royal Jelly 500 mg by BIOVEA

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.
  • “Royal Jelly” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (500 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This supplement contains one active ingredient: royal jelly concentrate at 500 mg per softgel. Royal jelly is a nutrient-rich secretion produced by honeybees; the product is delivered in a softgel capsule made with gelatin, glycerin, olive oil, beeswax, soy lecithin, and purified water.

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 Royal Jelly's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Royal Jelly 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: Menopausal symptoms — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence we hold rates royal jelly as possibly effective for menopausal symptoms. For allergic rhinitis (hay fever), diabetes, and physical performance, the data suggests it's 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 by most people. However, it can trigger serious allergic reactions—especially in people with a history of asthma or allergies (atopy).

Common allergic symptoms include itching, hives, eczema, swelling of the eyes and face, and shortness of breath. In rare cases, it can cause anaphylaxis or life-threatening asthma attacks.

There's also one case report of bloody diarrhea and colon inflammation after taking royal jelly, which resolved after stopping it. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding—there isn't enough information to know whether it's safe for you or your baby at those times.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of asthma or allergies, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

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 if you're on warfarin or any blood pressure medication. Royal jelly may increase bleeding risk with warfarin and lower blood pressure further if you're already on antihypertensive drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Royal jelly may help with menopausal symptoms, but evidence for other uses is weak or absent. It's generally well tolerated—unless you're allergic to bee products or have asthma, in which case it can trigger serious reactions.

If you take warfarin or blood pressure medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this supplement.

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 May 22, 2021.

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 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand BIOVEA
Barcode (UPC) 818423023922
Net contents 60 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2021
DSLD ID 249296
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Royal Jelly 500 mg by BIOVEA, 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:
1 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
818423023922
IngredientAmount% DV
Royal Jelly concentrate152 mg--
Royal Jelly500 mg--

Other ingredients: Olive Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, purified Water, Beeswax, Soy Lecithin

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Label statements
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Seals/Symbols

GMP Compliant

Formulation

Gluten Free

Contains No: Artificial color, flavor or sweetener, preservatives, sugar, milk, lactose, gluten, wheat, fish.

General Statements

Premium quality guaranteed since 2001. BIOVEA is committed to product quality to support you and your family's wellness goals. Because we feel so strongly about the quality, potency and purity of our products, we 100% guarantee your satisfaction with every purchase.

Guaranteed premium quality

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Daily Intake: Take 1 softgel 1-3 times daily, preferably with a meal.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, consult a doctor before using this product.

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

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use this product if the safety seal on the bottle is broken.

Contains: Soy. Avoid this product if you are allergic to bees or bee products. If you have never taken bee products, start with a small serving per day and increase gradually in order to assess whether you are allergic.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Royal Jelly 500 mg by BIOVEA label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Royal Jelly 500 mg by BIOVEA

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 Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Royal Jelly

Interacts with
174 drugs
500 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 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Olive Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified Water, Beeswax, Soy Lecithin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Royal Jelly 500 mg by BIOVEA 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 500 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 Jelly2 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 500 mg, from the product label.

BIOVEA

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Name
BIOVEA
Street Address
9160 E. Bahia Dr.
City
Scottsdale
State
AZ
ZipCode
85260
Web Address
www.biovea.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Royal Jelly 500 mg by BIOVEA: Common Questions

Does Royal Jelly 500 mg by BIOVEA interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Royal Jelly 500 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 500 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.
Can I take this if I'm allergic to bee products?
No—you should avoid it. Royal jelly can trigger serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, in people sensitive to bee products, especially those with a history of asthma or allergies. Talk with your doctor before considering it.
Is royal jelly safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it—there isn't enough information to know either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
What are the most common side effects?
In people without a history of asthma or allergies, royal jelly is generally well tolerated. In those with allergies or asthma, common symptoms include itching, hives, eczema, facial swelling, and shortness of breath.
Does this actually help with menopause?
The evidence suggests it's possibly effective for menopausal symptoms. For other conditions like hay fever, diabetes, or athletic performance, the data we hold suggests it's probably not effective.
What's in the capsule besides royal jelly?
The softgel contains olive oil, gelatin, glycerin, purified water, beeswax, and soy lecithin—these are inactive ingredients that hold the active component together.

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Sources & How We Checked

Royal Jelly 500 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

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