Solgar Vitamin B12 100 mcg
Brand: Solgar · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that while Solgar Vitamin B12 100 mcg is not directly covered by the data provided, the primary ingredient—vitamin B12—is essential. However, the specific data available is for calcium, not vitamin B12. For a general assessment, vitamin B12 is crucial for nerve function and red blood cell formation. Data not available for this specific product’s efficacy or mechanism from the provided sources.
How it works
Think of vitamin B12 as a key player in your body’s energy production and nervous system maintenance. It helps create myelin, the protective coating around your nerves, and works with folate to make red blood cells [Data not available for this ingredient from provided sources]. For calcium, which is a different ingredient in the data, it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Based on the broader FDA data provided, there are 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high 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]. Data not available for side effects of Solgar Vitamin B12 100 mcg from the FDA data provided.
Our recommendation
Start by discussing your need for vitamin B12 with your healthcare provider. If you are supplementing with calcium, be aware that it can reduce absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data not available to make a specific recommendation for Solgar Vitamin B12 100 mcg from the provided sources.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Solgar |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Tablet(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