The Vitamin Shoppe Calcium Citrate + Vitamin D
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium combined with vitamin D is a well-established supplement for supporting bone health, but you need to be careful with dosing. Our assessment: this product can be effective, but you must monitor your total intake from all sources [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the building block for your bones. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, which is essential for keeping your skeleton strong. Vitamin D helps your body absorb that calcium effectively. Additionally, calcium plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles and nerves function properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available on specific side effects and report counts for this product from the FDA data provided. The FDA has received a total of 592059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific counts for this product are not listed. High calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium in your 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 reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Take this supplement exactly as directed on the label. You should also account for calcium from food sources to avoid exceeding safe upper limits. If you take any prescription medications, especially for your thyroid, infections, or bone density, space them out by at least 2 hours from this supplement to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 240.0 Tablet(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