Douglas Laboratories Super Sublingual B-12 Folate
Brand: Douglas Laboratories · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Douglas Laboratories Super Sublingual B-12 Folate provides B vitamins, but the available data focuses on calcium, not B-12 or folate. For calcium, the data confirms its role in bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, the specific benefits of this product's B-12 and folate content for you are not detailed in the provided information. Data not available on the specific efficacy of this sublingual formulation.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder — it supports bone density and mineral deposition, and helps your muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. For B-12 and folate, their mechanisms are not covered in the provided data. You should know that calcium can interact with several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin, potentially reducing their absorption [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports for all supplements in this dataset [FDA data]. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and high levels in blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Data not available on side effects specific to B-12 or folate from this product.
Our recommendation
Start by confirming your need for B-12 and folate supplementation with a healthcare provider. If you take calcium separately or through other sources, be aware of the potential interactions with medications listed above [NIH ODS]. Choose this product only if a sublingual format is necessary for your absorption needs. Data not available to confirm a specific dosage or advantage over standard oral forms.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Douglas Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide