Martin Avenue Pharmacy Korean Ginseng Standardized Panax Extract 200 mg
Brand: Martin Avenue Pharmacy · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains one ingredient, Calcium, at 200 mg per serving. Our assessment is that calcium is essential for bone health, but this specific dosage is below the typical recommended daily allowance for most adults, which is 1,000 to 1,200 mg per day [NIH ODS]. You should not rely on this supplement alone to meet your calcium needs.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder for your bones and a signal regulator for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps muscles relax and nerves communicate properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available. High calcium intakes from all sources can cause constipation, nausea, and poor kidney function. Excess levels in the blood and urine may lead to poor muscle tone, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline and fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
If your diet is low in calcium, this 200 mg supplement can contribute to your total intake, but you will likely need additional calcium from food or other supplements to meet the RDA. Do not exceed the total tolerable upper intake level of 2,500 mg per day from all sources. Always take calcium supplements with food for better absorption and separate them from thyroid medication or antibiotics by at least 4 hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Martin Avenue Pharmacy |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 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