Probiogen Adults 55+ Probiotic Multi
Brand: Probiogen · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the calcium in Probiogen Adults 55+ Probiotic Multi is a well-established mineral for bone health, but you need to be careful with total daily intake. Our assessment: this product provides a useful amount of calcium, but you must account for any other calcium you get from food or other supplements to stay within safe limits. High calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, acting as the primary mineral that keeps your skeleton strong. It also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, though the specific number for this product is not available. For calcium specifically, 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by checking how much calcium you already get from your diet and other supplements. Avoid exceeding the total daily recommendation of 1,200 mg for adults over 50. Take this probiotic multi with food to aid absorption, and separate it from any thyroid or antibiotic medications by at least two hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Probiogen |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 7.0 oz. 198.0 Gram(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