Nature's Plus Shot-O-B12 5000 mcg Natural Wild Berry Flavor
Brand: Nature's Plus · Form: LOZENGE [E0174]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Nature's Plus Shot-O-B12 5000 mcg is a high-dose vitamin B12 supplement, but the data provided does not contain specific information about this product's efficacy or safety for this particular formulation. Data for the ingredient calcium is available, but it is not an ingredient in this product. Therefore, our assessment is based on the general category of vitamin B12 supplements, but specific data for this product is not available in the provided materials.
How it works
Based on general medical knowledge, vitamin B12 is essential for nerve tissue health, brain function, and the production of red blood cells. However, no specific mechanism of action for this product or its ingredients is provided in the data section. Data not available.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements, but specific adverse event reports for this product or its vitamin B12 ingredient are not provided in the data [FDA data]. High-dose B12 is generally considered safe as it is water-soluble, but side effects and report counts for this specific product are not available from the provided data.
Our recommendation
Without specific data on this product's formulation, efficacy, or side effects, we cannot make a definitive recommendation. Data not available. You should consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially at a high dose of 5000 mcg.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature's Plus |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 30.0 Lozenge(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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