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Royal Jelly 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Blend

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 Nature's Blend 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 500 mg by Nature's Blend

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.

Royal Jelly 500 mg contains one active ingredient: royal jelly concentrate, which is the nutrient-rich secretion made by honeybees. The supplement comes in a softgel capsule made with gelatin, soybean oil, glycerin, beeswax, soy lecithin, titanium dioxide, riboflavin, 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
Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Royal Jelly nutrient and general wellness support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Menopausal symptoms, Dry eye, Athletic performance, Physical performance, Energy and vitality, Skin health — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Royal Jelly is rated "Possibly Effective" for Menopausal symptoms (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Royal Jelly is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Physical performance.
  • Also on file: Royal Jelly is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance, Dry eye.

Royal jelly is possibly effective for menopausal symptoms. However, the evidence we hold shows it's possibly ineffective for hay fever and physical performance.

For hair loss (androgenic alopecia), there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate how well it works.

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, but it does carry a serious risk if you're allergic to bee products. If you have a history of asthma or atopy (a tendency toward allergic reactions), you're at higher risk for allergic symptoms like itching, hives, swelling, shortness of breath, and oral allergy syndrome.

In rare cases, it can cause severe reactions like anaphylaxis or status asthmaticus (a dangerous asthma attack). There isn't enough safety information to recommend royal jelly during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in those situations.

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.

Check with your pharmacist or doctor before taking this product if you're on warfarin or other blood thinners, or if you take blood pressure medications. These are the main interactions we've documented.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Royal Jelly 500 mg may help with menopausal symptoms, but it's not for everyone. If you take warfarin or blood pressure medications, you'll want to check with us before starting.

And if you have asthma or a history of allergies to bee products, this isn't a good choice for you.

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 23, 2024.

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 Nature's Blend
Barcode (UPC) 079854000146
Net contents 90 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 23, 2024
DSLD ID 310421
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Royal Jelly 500 mg by Nature's Blend, 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:
2 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
079854000146
IngredientAmount% DV
Royal Jelly concentrate500 mg--

Other ingredients: Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Beeswax, Soy Lecithin, Titanium Dioxide, Riboflavin, Water, Purified

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Label statements
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Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Double safety sealed for your protection. Do not use if either seal is broken or missing.

Formulation

Preservative & gluten free. No sugar, starch, artificial colors, artificial flavors, wheat, yeast, or corn added.

This product is manufactured under strict quality control guidelines; therefore, purity and label potency are guaranteed. Made in USA & American Owned

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one to two softgels daily, preferably with a meal.

Formula

Royal Jelly is a milk-like secretion from young nurse bees in a hive, and is the only food source for the queen. It is a complex substance that includes vitamins, proteins, minerals and fatty acids. Royal Jelly has as its natural source, Mother Nature! Many choose to add Royal Jelly to their supplement regiment for increased energy and vitality.

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 disease.

Seals/Symbols

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Royal Jelly 500 mg by Nature's Blend label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Royal Jelly 500 mg by Nature's Blend

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 container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Royal Jelly concentrate

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 concentrate monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Royal Jelly 500 mg by Nature's Blend 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 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 500 mg, from the product label.

Nature's Blend

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Name
National Vitamin Company
City
Casa Grande
State
AZ
ZipCode
85122
Phone Number
1-800-682-9862
Web Address
www.nationalvitamin.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Royal Jelly 500 mg by Nature's Blend: Common Questions

Does Royal Jelly 500 mg by Nature's Blend 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 Royal Jelly if I have asthma?
No — if you have asthma or a history of allergic reactions (atopy), royal jelly can trigger serious symptoms like itching, hives, shortness of breath, and in rare cases, life-threatening reactions. Talk to your doctor before considering it.
What does royal jelly actually do?
Royal jelly is possibly effective for easing menopausal symptoms. For other uses like boosting athletic performance or treating hay fever, the evidence we have suggests it doesn't work well. For hair loss, there isn't enough data to say either way.
Is it safe to take while I'm pregnant?
There isn't enough safety information about royal jelly in pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice — they can weigh the risks and benefits for your situation.
What are the side effects?
Most people tolerate it well. But if you're sensitive to bee products, you might experience itching, hives, eczema, or swelling of the face and eyelids. Serious allergic reactions are rare but possible in people with asthma or a history of allergies.
Can I take this with warfarin?
Not without checking first — royal jelly may increase your bleeding risk when you're on warfarin. We've seen a case where someone developed serious bleeding complications after just one week on the supplement. Your doctor or pharmacist needs to weigh this with you.

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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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