CVS Pharmacy Probiotic
Brand: CVS Pharmacy · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the primary ingredient in this product, calcium, is well-supported for bone health, but the benefits depend entirely on your current intake and overall health. Our assessment: Calcium is essential, but more is not always better, and you need to be cautious about dosing and interactions.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it is also critical for neuromuscular relaxation and proper nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific probiotic product. For the ingredient calcium, FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. High calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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
Before taking this supplement, check your total calcium intake from food and other supplements. Do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level. Also, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin, so take it at a different time of day [NIH ODS]. Start with a low dose and monitor for side effects.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | CVS Pharmacy |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 30.0 One-a-day Vegetable Capsule(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