Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Rite Aid
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg 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
Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg is a dietary supplement by Rite Aid with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, liver health, brain and memory 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 Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg by Rite Aid
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: soy lecithin at 1,200 mg per softgel capsule. Lecithin is a fatty substance found naturally in soy and eggs; it's used in supplements for a range of purposes.
The capsule itself is made from bovine gelatin and glycerin, which are inactive ingredients that help form and fill the softgel.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence on soy lecithin is mixed. It's been studied for Alzheimer disease and cognitive decline, but the data rates it likely ineffective for Alzheimer disease and insufficient for age-related cognitive decline — meaning we don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether it works.
The same goes for anxiety and bipolar disorder: the evidence isn't established in the data we hold. It's also been looked at for a liver condition linked to nutrition support (TPN-associated hepatic steatosis), but again, the evidence is insufficient to rate it.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Soy lecithin is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloating, and nausea — usually mild and infrequent.
If you have an egg or soy allergy, lecithin can trigger allergic skin reactions, so this product isn't for you. The safety data rates it likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, though the caution notes suggest checking with your doctor before using supplements rather than food sources, and mention that some people use it to help with clogged milk ducts — so talk with your healthcare provider if that's your plan.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for soy lecithin. That said, run your medications through the checker on this page just to be safe — we may not have complete information on every possible interaction.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Soya Lecithin might appeal to you if you're exploring natural supplements for memory or mood, but the evidence for those uses is weak or absent. If you have a soy or egg allergy, skip this one.
Talk to your pharmacist about whether it makes sense for what you're hoping to do.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 21, 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
General information
Key facts about Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Rite Aid |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 011822288637 |
| Net contents | 100 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 21, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 320495 |
| Product type | Fat/fatty Acid |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg by Rite Aid, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Fat | 1 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Soy Lecithin | 1200 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Bovine Gelatin, Glycerin
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) softgel up to two times daily, preferably with meals.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
If any adverse reactions occur, immediately stop using this product and consult your doctor. Important: Tamper evident seal under cap. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.
Contains: Soy ingredients.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Formulation
Gluten free No artificial colors No artificial flavors Dairy free Wheat free Lactose free Free from Gluten free No artificial colors
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Formula
Soya Lecithin 1,200mg per softgel
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Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg by Rite Aid label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg by Rite Aid
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 container100 Amounts shown are per serving.
Soy Lecithin
No knowninteractions
Lecithin is a natural fatty substance found in foods and made by the body that is widely used as a supplement and food emulsifier. Evidence supporting...
Soy Lecithin monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Bovine Gelatin, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg by Rite Aid Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg. 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 Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg, from the product label.
Rite Aid
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- Rite Aid
- Street Address
- 30 Hunter Lane
- City
- Camp Hill
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 17011
- Web Address
- www.Riteaid.com
Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg by Rite Aid: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Soya Lecithin 1,200 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Soya Lecithin 1,200 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.
- 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 9 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.
Lecithin 9 references
- Buchman AL, Dubin M, Jenden D, et al. Lecithin increases plasma free choline and decreases hepatic steatosis in long-term total parenteral nutrition patients. Gastroenterology 1992;102:1363-70.
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline (2000). Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://b
- Chatellier G, Lacomblez L. Tacrine (tetrahydroaminoacridine; THA) and lecithin in senile dementia of the Alzheimer type: a multicentre trial. Groupe Francais d'Etude de la Tetrahydroaminoacridine. BMJ 1990;300:495-9.
- Gelenberg AJ, Dorer DJ, Wojcik JD, et al. A crossover study of lecithin treatment of tardive dyskinesia. J Clin Psychiatry 1990;51:149-53.
- Little A, Levy R, Chuaqui-Kidd P, Hand D. A double-blind, placebo controlled trial of high-dose lecithin in Alzheimer's disease. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 1985;48:736-42. PubMed
- Palm M, Moneret-Vautrin DA, Kanny G, et al. Food allergy to egg and soy lecithins. Allergy 1999;54:1116-7. PubMed
- Drachman DA, Glosser G, Fleming P, et al. Memory decline in the aged: treatment with lecithin and physostigmine. Neurology 1982;32:944-50. PubMed
- Gelenberg, A. J., Doller-Wojcik, J. C., and Growdon, J. H. Choline and lecithin in the treatment of tardive dyskinesia: preliminary results from a pilot study. Am J Psychiatry 1979;136(6):772-776. PubMed
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21, Chapter 1, Subchapter B, Part 184: Direct food substances affirmed as Generally Recognized as Safe. Subpart B - listing of specific substances affirmed as GRAS. Sec. 184.1400 Lecithin. Available at: https:
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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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