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Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by California Gold Nutrition

Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex label
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Tablet Or Pill Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Oct 7, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex is a dietary supplement by California Gold Nutrition with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general nutrition and energy, antioxidant support, cholesterol and metabolic health.Based on those ingredients, 1,145 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Spirulina Astaxanthin Complex Blend. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex by California Gold Nutrition

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

Partial disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Partial

Most active ingredients list an amount, but at least one is hidden in a blend or missing.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 4 of its 7 active ingredients.
  • “Spirulina Astaxanthin Complex Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (1 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex contains 7 active ingredients: chlorophyll, astaxanthin (listed twice in the formulation), spirulina (blue-green algae), phycocyanin (twice), and total carotenoids. Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants; astaxanthin is a reddish carotenoid antioxidant from algae; spirulina is a nutrient-dense blue-green algae; and phycocyanin is a protein-pigment complex from spirulina that gives it its blue color.

The product also contains inactive ingredients — hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (a thickener and capsule binder), natural vanilla flavor, and silicon dioxide (an anti-caking agent).

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports its ingredients 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 ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Hypertension — rated "Possibly Effective" (Blue-green Algae) (Natural Medicines).

The evidence backing these ingredients is limited. Spirulina is rated possibly effective for high blood pressure — human research shows promise, though the effect may be modest.

Chlorophyll, astaxanthin, and phycocyanin have insufficient reliable evidence for the conditions studied so far — age-related macular degeneration, cognitive decline, skin aging, athletic performance, wound healing, and others all lack enough solid data in our files to rate them. That doesn't mean they don't work; it means the evidence we have isn't strong enough yet to say.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Blue-green Algae Chlorophyll Astaxanthin

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 3 of the 3 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Chlorophyll is generally well tolerated in short-term use, but long-term safety data are sparse. The most common side effect is photosensitization — increased sensitivity to sunlight that can cause blisters (pseudoporphyria) in rare cases, especially with sun exposure.

Astaxanthin appears well tolerated in studies; the most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, and red-colored stools at higher doses. Spirulina is also generally well tolerated, though some users report abdominal cramps, bloating, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, flatulence, headache, nausea, and vomiting.

Rarely, allergic reactions including anaphylaxis have occurred. Quality and contamination vary among spirulina products — some batches have contained toxins or heavy metals.

Neither chlorophyll nor astaxanthin should be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding — there isn't enough safety data, and the manufacturers advise against it. Spirulina also carries a contamination risk and insufficient safety data in pregnancy and lactation — avoid unless your doctor advises otherwise.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Blue-green Algae Chlorophyll Astaxanthin

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?
  • 3 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Chlorophyll, Blue-green Algae, Astaxanthin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; immunosuppressants / transplant drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 1,146 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 you take this, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on methotrexate (a moderate interaction risk with chlorophyll), photosensitizing drugs like certain antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications, blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, immune-suppressing medications, or diabetes medications. Astaxanthin may also affect how your liver processes medications broken down by CYP3A4 and CYP2B6 enzymes — a large group including heart and blood pressure drugs.

No interactions are documented for phycocyanin and total carotenoids in our data.

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The bottom line

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

This product may be worth considering if you're interested in antioxidants and your doctor agrees it's appropriate for you. However, if you take any prescription medications — especially blood thinners, methotrexate, immune suppressors, diabetes drugs, or drugs that make you sun-sensitive — you need to check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting it.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Skip it unless your healthcare provider gives you the green light.

Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure this product fits your situation.

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

Assessment coverage: 4 of 7 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 14, 2023.

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 Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex, straight from the product label.

Brand California Gold Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) 898220018598
Net contents 180 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 14, 2023
DSLD ID 299706
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex by California Gold Nutrition, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
898220018598
IngredientAmount% DV
Chlorophyll7 mg--
Astaxanthin200 mcg--
Astaxanthin0 NP--
Spirulina0 NP--
Phycocyanin0 NP--
Phycocyanin120 mg--
Total Carotenoids2 mg--
Spirulina Astaxanthin Complex Blend1 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, natural Vanilla flavor, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Usage: Take 2 tablets daily, with food. Best when taken as directed by a qualified healthcare professional.

Precautions

Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. Pregnant or lactating women, the chronically ill, elderly, individuals under the age of 18, those taking prescription medications (e.g., blood thinners) as well as those with a physician-diagnosed medical condition should consult with a physician, pharmacist, naturopath or other qualified healthcare professional prior to taking dietary supplements.

Pregnant or lactating women, the chronically ill, elderly, individuals under the age of 18, those taking prescription medications (e.g., blood thinners) as well as those with a physician-diagnosed medical condition should consult with a physician, pharmacist, naturopath or other qualified healthcare professional prior to taking dietary supplements.

Sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is missing or broken.

This product is not manufactured with milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy or gluten. Produced in a third-party, audited and registered cGMP compliant facility that may process other products that contain these allergens or ingredients.

Storage

Best stored at controlled room temperature 20 degrees C to 25 degrees C (68 degrees F to 77 degrees F). Improper storage conditions, such as extended exposure to direct sunlight, high heat & humidity can cause product degradation over time.

Formulation

Our Organic Spirulina, Phycocyanin, and Astaxanthin are sourced from Parry Nutraceuticals.

Formulated to contain No Gluten No GMOs No Soy

This product is not manufactured with milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy or gluten.

Formula

Our Organic Spirulina, Phycocyanin, and Astaxanthin are sourced from Parry Nutraceuticals.

Brand IP Statement(s)

California Gold Nutrition is a registered trademark of Madre Labs, LLC

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex by California Gold Nutrition

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

Serving size2 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Spirulina Astaxanthin Complex Blend

Interacts with
327 drugs
1 Gram(s) per serving

Blue-green algae are nutrient-rich aquatic microorganisms (such as spirulina and Klamath Lake algae) taken as a supplement for energy, nutrition, and...

Spirulina Astaxanthin Complex Blend monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Natural Vanilla flavor, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex by California Gold Nutrition Drug Interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex interact with 1,145 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Spirulina Astaxanthin Complex Blend

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex 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.

Spirulina Astaxanthin Complex Blend3 drug types · 327 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, spirulina blue-green algae might increase the risk of bleeding if used with other anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs. However, this is unlikely.
Spirulina blue-green algae have shown antiplatelet and anticoagulant effects in vitro. However, one preliminary study in 24 patients receiving spirulina blue-green algae 2.3 grams daily for 2 weeks showed no effect on platelet activation or measures of clotting time.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking blue-green algae with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Human research shows that spirulina blue-green algae can have hypoglycemic effects in patients with diabetes, at least some of whom were using antidiabetes drugs. However, blue-green algae does not seem to improve glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels in patients with diabetes. A meta-analysis of animal studies also suggests that spirulina blue-green algae have hypoglycemic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, concurrent use of blue-green algae might interfere with immunosuppressive therapy.
Blue-green algae have been shown to stimulate the immune system.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Spirulina Astaxanthin Complex Blend full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex, from the product label.

California Gold Nutrition

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Name
Madre Labs, LLC
Street Address
301 N. Lake Ave., #600
City
Pasadena
State
CA
ZipCode
91101
Web Address
www.calgn.com
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Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex by California Gold Nutrition: Common Questions

Does Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex by California Gold Nutrition interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex has a known interaction with 1,145 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex 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 pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — chlorophyll and astaxanthin should be avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough safety data. Spirulina also carries a contamination risk and unknown safety in pregnancy and lactation. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
What are the most common side effects?
Chlorophyll can cause photosensitization (sun sensitivity). Astaxanthin may cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, or red-colored stools. Spirulina may cause abdominal cramps, bloating, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, or headache. Most users tolerate it well, but effects vary.
Does this product actually work?
Spirulina is rated possibly effective for high blood pressure based on human research. Chlorophyll and astaxanthin lack enough reliable evidence for the uses we've looked at — age-related macular degeneration, cognitive decline, skin aging, and others — so we can't say they're effective based on current data.
Is there a risk of contamination in spirulina products?
Yes — the quality and purity of spirulina products vary, and some batches have contained toxins or heavy metals. This is why safety data are limited and pregnancy/breastfeeding is advised against.
What is phycocyanin and why is it in this product?
Phycocyanin is a blue protein-pigment complex naturally present in spirulina that gives it its blue color. We have no interaction data on file for it, so we can't assess its safety with medications.
Should I stop taking my blood thinner to use this product?
No — never stop a blood thinner without your doctor's approval. Spirulina may theoretically increase bleeding risk if used with blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this product if you're on these medications.

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The Full Monographs Behind Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Blue-green Algae

Interacts with 327 drugs

Blue-green algae are nutrient-rich aquatic microorganisms (such as spirulina and Klamath Lake algae) taken as a supplement for energy, nutrition, and general wellness. Evidence for most heal...

Read the full Blue-green Algae monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Chlorophyll

Interacts with 337 drugs

Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants and algae, and supplements often use a stable form called chlorophyllin. It is most studied for reducing body and fecal odor and as a topical...

Read the full Chlorophyll monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Astaxanthin

Interacts with 673 drugs

Astaxanthin is a reddish carotenoid pigment with strong antioxidant activity in the lab, and it is widely promoted for skin, eye, heart, and exercise benefits. Early human studies are promis...

Read the full Astaxanthin monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Spirulina & Astaxanthin Blue Complex'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.

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 30 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.

Chlorophyll 5 references
  1. Mathews-Roth MM. Carotenoids in erythropoietic protoporphyria and other photosensitivity diseases. Ann N Y Acad Sci, 1993; 691:127-38. PubMed
  2. Belen'kii, G. B. and Krikun, B. L. [Treatment of herpes simplex and herpes zoster by chlorophyll preparations]. Sov.Med. 1971;34(1):151-152.
  3. Brooks SL, Sanders J, Seymour JF, Mellor JD. A case of delayed methotrexate clearance following administration of a complementary medication containing chlorophyll. J Oncol Pharm Pract. 2014 Jun;20(3):225-8. PubMed
  4. Rossi E, Borchard K, Cole JM. Pseudoporphyria following self-medication with chlorophyll. Australas J Dermatol. 2015 Feb;56(1):47-8. PubMed
  5. Zhao CY, Frew JW, Muhaidat J, et al. Chlorophyll-induced pseudoporphyria with ongoing photosensitivity after cessation - a case series of four patients. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2016;30(7):1239-42. PubMed

See these in context on the Chlorophyll monograph →

Astaxanthin 3 references
  1. Kupcinskas L, Lafolie P, Lignell A, et al. Efficacy of the natural antioxidant astaxanthin in the treatment of functional dyspepsia in patients with or without Helicobacter pylori infection: A prospective, randomized, double blind, and placebo-controlled
  2. Kistler, A., Liechti, H., Pichard, L., Wolz, E., Oesterhelt, G., Hayes, A., and Maurel, P. Metabolism and CYP-inducer properties of astaxanthin in man and primary human hepatocytes. Arch.Toxicol. 2002;75(11-12):665-675. PubMed
  3. Choi HD, Youn YK, Shin WG. Positive effects of astaxanthin on lipid profiles and oxidative stress in overweight subjects. Plant Foods Hum Nutr. 2011;66:363-369. PubMed

See these in context on the Astaxanthin monograph →

Blue-green Algae 22 references
  1. Jensen GS, Ginsberg DJ, Huerta P, et al. Consumption of Aphanizomenon flos-aquae has rapid effects on the circulation and function of immune cells in humans. A novel approach to nutritional mobilization of the immune system. JANA 2000;2:50-6.
  2. Iwasa M, Yamamoto M, Tanaka Y, et al. Spirulina-associated hepatotoxicity. Am J Gastroenterol 2002;97:3212-13. PubMed
  3. Hayashi O, Katoh T, Okuwaki Y. Enhancement of antibody production in mice by dietary Spirulina platensis. J Nutr Sci Vitaminol (Tokyo) 1994;40:431-41.. PubMed
  4. Vitale S, Miller NR, Mejico LJ, et al. A randomized, placebo-controlled, crossover clinical trial of super blue-green algae in patients with essential blepharospasm or Meige syndrome. Am J Ophthalmol 2004;138:18-32. PubMed
  5. Mani UV, Desai S, Iyer U. Studies on the long-term effect of spirulina supplementation on serum lipid profile and glycated proteins in NIDDM patients. J Nutraceut 2000;2(3):25-32. DOI
  6. Chiu HF, Yang SP, Kuo YL, et al. Mechanisms involved in the antiplatelet effect of C-phycocyanin. Br J Nutr 2006;95:435-40. PubMed
  7. Hsiao G, Chou PH, Shen MY, et al. C-phycocyanin, a very potent and novel platelet aggregation inhibitor from Spirulina platensis. J Agric Food Chem 2005;53:7734-40.
  8. Katz M, Levine AA, Kol-Degani H, Kav-Venaki L. A compound herbal preparation (CHP) in the treatment of children with ADHD: a randomized controlled trial. J Atten Disord 2010;14:281-91. PubMed
  9. Madhyastha, H. K., Radha, K. S., Sugiki, M., Omura, S., and Maruyama, M. Purification of c-phycocyanin from Spirulina fusiformis and its effect on the induction of urokinase-type plasminogen activator from calf pulmonary endothelial cells. Phytomedicine PubMed
  10. Mazokopakis, E. E., Karefilakis, C. M., Tsartsalis, A. N., Milkas, A. N., and Ganotakis, E. S. Acute rhabdomyolysis caused by Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis). Phytomedicine. 2008;15(6-7):525-527. PubMed
  11. Halidou, Doudou M., Degbey, H., Daouda, H., Leveque, A., Donnen, P., Hennart, P., and Dramaix-Wilmet, M. [The effect of spiruline during nutritional rehabilitation: systematic review]. Rev.Epidemiol.Sante Publique 2008;56(6):425-431.
  12. Konno, T., Umeda, Y., Umeda, M., Kawachi, I., Oyake, M., and Fujita, N. [A case of inflammatory myopathy with widely skin rash following use of supplements containing Spirulina]. Rinsho Shinkeigaku 2011;51(5):330-333. PubMed
  13. Le TM, Knulst AC, Röckmann H. Anaphylaxis to Spirulina confirmed by skin prick test with ingredients of Spirulina tablets. Food Chem Toxicol 2014;74:309-10. PubMed
  14. Rzymski P, Niedzielski P, Kaczmarek N, Jurczak T, Klimaszyk P. The multidisciplinary approach to safety and toxicity assessment of microalgae-based food supplements following clinical cases of poisoning. Harmful Algae 2015;46:34-42. DOI
  15. Petrus M, Culerrier R, Campistron M, et al. First case report of anaphylaxis to spirulin: identification of phycocyanin as responsible allergen. Allergy 2010;65(7):924-5. PubMed
  16. Marles RJ, Barrett ML, Barnes J, et al. United States Pharmacopeia safety evaluation of spirulina. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr 2011;51(7):593-604. PubMed
  17. Majdoub H, Ben Mansour M, Chaubet F, et al. Anticoagulant activity of a sulfated polysaccharide from the green alga Arthrospira platensis. Biochim Biophys Acta 2009;1790(10):1377-81. PubMed
  18. Cha BG, Kwak HW, Park AR, et al. Structural characteristics and biological performance of silk fibroin nanofiber containing microalgae spirulina extract. Biopolymers 2014;101(4):307-18. PubMed
  19. Jensen GS, Drapeau C, Lenninger M, Benson KF. Clinical safety of a high dose of phycocyanin-enriched aqueous extract from Arthrospira (Spirulina) platensis: results from a randomized, double-Blind, placebo-controlled study with a focus on anticoagulant ac
  20. Hamedifard Z, Milajerdi A, Reiner Z, Taghizadeh M, Kolahdooz F, Asemi Z. The effects of spirulina on glycemic control and serum lipoproteins in patients with metabolic syndrome and related disorders: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized con
  21. Moradi S, Zobeiri M, Feizi A, Clark CCT, Entezari MH. The effects of spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) supplementation on anthropometric indices, blood pressure, sleep quality, mental health, fatigue status and quality of life in patients with ulcerative
  22. Ghanbari F, Amerizadeh A, Behshood P, Moradi S, Asgary S. Effect of microalgae arthrospira on biomarkers of glycemic control and glucose metabolism: a systematic Review and meta-analysis. Curr Probl Cardiol 2022;47(10):100942. PubMed

See these in context on the Blue-green Algae monograph →

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