NOW Foods Red Yeast Rice 600mg 120 Veg Capsules

NOW® Red Yeast Rice supplies 600 mg of a traditional fermented food made by culturing red yeast (Monascus purpureus) on rice — a practice Asian herbalists and cooks have used since roughly 800 A.D. to color and flavor foods like Peking duck.* NOW® Red Yeast Rice is carefully produced to avoid citrinin, an unwanted by-product of the fermentation process, for clean nutritional support.* NOW Foods manufactures this product in its own NPA A-rated GMP-certified facilities, where every batch is tested for identity, potency and purity.

About the key ingredients

• Red Yeast Rice – 600 mg: A traditional fermented food produced by culturing red yeast on rice, carefully made to avoid the fermentation by-product citrinin.*
• Other ingredients: A vegetable-polysaccharide capsule — no unnecessary fillers.

Who it's for

For adults wanting traditional red yeast rice as part of their routine — not for those pregnant or nursing.*

Suggested use

Take 2 capsules 1 to 2 times daily, preferably with food. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

Quality & certifications

• Family Owned Since 1968
• GMP Quality Assured
• Halal
• Kosher
• Non-GMO Project Verified
• UL Dietary Supplement Certified

Frequently asked questions

What is red yeast rice?
A traditional Asian fermented food made by culturing red yeast (Monascus purpureus) on rice, used for centuries in cooking.*

Is it citrinin-free?
Yes — it's carefully produced to avoid citrinin, an unwanted fermentation by-product.*

Who must avoid it?
Do not use if pregnant, possibly pregnant, or breastfeeding; consult a physician if you take statins or have liver disease.

Cautions & interactions

Do not use if you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, as this product may harm the fetus. For adults only. Consult your physician before use if you take medication (especially statins) or have a medical condition, including a history of statin intolerance or liver disease. Discontinue use and consult a physician if muscle complaints occur. Keep out of reach of children.

Allergen information: Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Caution: Do not use if you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, because using this product may harm the fetus. For adults only. Consult physician if taking medication (especially statins) or have a medical condition including a history of statin-intolerance or liver disease. Keep out of reach of children. If muscle complaints occur, discontinue use and consult a physician.

*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.