Iron-Tek Liquid Carnitine 1000 Natural Vanilla Flavor
Brand: Iron-Tek · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: For a product labeled as a liquid carnitine supplement, the available data is critically incomplete. While the label mentions "Liquid Carnitine," the only ingredient data we have from the NIH ODS is for Calcium, not carnitine. The evidence shows that you should not rely on this product to provide carnitine based on the information provided. Data on carnitine's mechanism, safety, and interactions is not available in the provided data.
How it works
If the product contains calcium, which is listed in the data, it would support bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, since the product is named "Liquid Carnitine 1000," the primary intended ingredient is carnitine, and we have no data on how carnitine works. The mechanism of action for the intended ingredient, carnitine, is not available in the provided data.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements [FDA data]. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium in the 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]. Side effects specific to carnitine are not available in the provided data.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Do not use this product based on the incomplete data. The product is labeled as a carnitine supplement, but we have zero data on its primary ingredient. The only data available is for calcium, which is not the intended active ingredient. You should look for a carnitine supplement with a full ingredient list and consult a healthcare provider for guidance on appropriate supplementation. Data on carnitine dosage, efficacy, and safety is not available.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Iron-Tek |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 16.0 fl. Oz. 475.0 mL |
| 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