Nature Made Vitamin B12 500 mcg
Brand: Nature Made · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
Based on the data provided, the evidence for this product is tied to its ingredient, calcium. Our assessment: calcium plays a vital role in bone health, but the specific product labeled as Nature Made Vitamin B12 500 mcg appears to be a different supplement entirely. Data not available for vitamin B12 in the provided information. For the ingredient calcium, the data shows it supports bone density and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization, helping deposit minerals into your bone matrix for strength. It also assists in neuromuscular relaxation, which helps your muscles relax and nerves signal properly after contraction [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements in the data. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels 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] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Because the product label says Vitamin B12 500 mcg but all supporting data is for calcium, we cannot make a specific recommendation for this product. Data not available for vitamin B12 dosage, benefits, or side effects. If you are considering this for vitamin B12, we advise seeking a product with clear, matching evidence. For calcium, be cautious with dosing and discuss with your doctor, as it can interact with medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature Made |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 200.0 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