UC-II 40 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking UC-II 40 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
UC-II 40 mg is a dietary supplement by Healthy Origins with 1 active ingredient.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 UC-II 40 mg by Healthy Origins
Four independent checks of what is known — a summary of the available information, not a grade of the product itself.
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
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our evidence database, so intended use can't be graded.
Why this rating?
- None of the active ingredients could be matched to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so intended use can't be graded against our evidence data.
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.
- “UC-II Standardized Chicken Cartilage” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (40 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our interaction database.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was nothing to check interactions against.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our safety data.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was no safety data to measure.
HelloPharmacist summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Medication interactions could not be assessed, and safety information could not be assessed.
Assessment coverage: 0 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 21, 2022.
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 UC-II 40 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Healthy Origins |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 603573525002 |
| Net contents | 60 Veggie Cap(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 21, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 269713 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for UC-II 40 mg by Healthy Origins, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| UC-II Standardized Chicken Cartilage | 40 mg | -- |
| Total Collagen | 10 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetarian Capsule, Magnesium Stearate, Potassium Chloride
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) vegetarian capsule daily, preferably on an empty stomach at bedtime.
Formula
Healthy Origins UC-II supplies collagen with undenatured type II collagen for joint health support.
With undenatured Type II collagen
Formulation
UC-II is manufactured through a patented, low-temperature, non-enzymatic manufacturing process, which ensures its bioavailability in the body. Clinical studies have shown that taking just one 40 mg capsule of UC-II daily supports healthy joint comfort, mobility and flexibility.
Natural Supports healthy joint comfort and function
Non GMO Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, peanut or tree nut derived ingredients.
Manufactured in a cGMP facility.
Brand IP Statement(s)
UC-II brand collagen with undenatured type II collagen may be protected by one or more domestic or international patents. UC-II & logo are trademarks of Lonza or its affiliates.
Healthy Origins Since 1996
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.
General Statements
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Dietary Supplement
Precautions
Caution: Consult a physician before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition.
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UC-II 40 mg by Healthy Origins label
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Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in UC-II 40 mg by Healthy Origins
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
UC-II Standardized Chicken Cartilage
- › Total Collagen
Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetarian Capsule, Magnesium Stearate, Potassium Chloride. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
UC-II 40 mg by Healthy Origins Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in UC-II 40 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 UC-II 40 mg, from the product label.
Healthy Origins
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- Healthy Origins
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15241
- Phone Number
- 1-888-228-6650
UC-II 40 mg by Healthy Origins: Common Questions
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Where does this information come from?
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Sources & How We Checked
UC-II 40 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.
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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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