Swanson Premium Brand Calcium Citrate 200 mg
Brand: Swanson Premium Brand · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for your bones, but it is not a supplement to take casually. For Swanson Premium Brand Calcium Citrate 200 mg, our assessment focuses on your total daily intake, not just the 200 mg in this single pill. Most adults need 1,000 to 1,200 mg daily from all sources, so this product is best used as a top-up rather than a primary source [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly after they contract [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, the risks increase when you take too much. High intakes may be linked to heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from excessive calcium include poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by calculating your total daily calcium from food and other supplements. Use this 200 mg product only to fill a known gap, not as a primary source. Take it with food and separate it from thyroid medication or antibiotics by at least 2 hours [NIH ODS]. Data not available on specific side effect counts for this exact product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Swanson Premium Brand |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Capsule(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