Jarrow Formulas Red Yeast Rice is derived from rice fermented by the yeast Monascus purpureus. This premium product brings you the goodness of Red Yeast Rice, which has been used for centuries in Asia as a food preservative, food colorant, and flavoring. Each serving offers 1,200 mg of red yeast rice and 100 mg of Co-Q10.* Red Yeast Rice * Rice that has been fermented by the yeast Monascus purpureus has been used in Asia for centuries as a food preservative and food colorant and flavoring. It is part of the diet in China, Japan, and Asian communities in the United States. Jarrow Formulas uses Red Yeast Rice that is free of the undesirable fermentation byproduct citrinin. Coenzyme Q10 and Red Yeast Rice support cardiovascular function.* This formula is is non-GMO, wheat free, gluten free, soy free, dairy free, egg free, fish/shellfish free, peanuts/tree nuts free, and sesame free. Adults take 2 capsules per day with a meal or a glass of water, or as directed by your qualified health care professional. *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.