Country Life Zinc Lozenges Cherry Flavor
Brand: Country Life · Form: LOZENGE [E0174] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: For general immune support, zinc lozenges like this product can be a useful short-term option, but the data on calcium here does not directly apply to zinc. The evidence shows that calcium is critical for bone health, but this product contains zinc, not calcium. For zinc specifically, data on this exact product is not available.
How it works
Think of calcium as a master regulator for your bones and nerves. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also helps with neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. However, since this product is a zinc lozenge, the primary mechanism would be related to zinc’s role in immune function — though specific data on zinc’s mechanism from the provided data is not available.
Safety profile
The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available. For calcium, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine calcium levels 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].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Use this zinc lozenge as directed on the label for short-term immune support. Be aware that calcium supplements can reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. If you take any of these medications, consult your pharmacist before using this product. For personalized advice, speak with your healthcare provider.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Country Life |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Lozenge(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