Natrol Melatonin 1 mg
Brand: Natrol · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health, but you need to be careful with dosing. Our assessment is that calcium supplements are best used to fill a dietary gap, not as a default supplement for everyone [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the building block for your bones. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, which is crucial for preventing fractures as you age. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product’s adverse events. However, the FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all dietary supplements [FDA data]. 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].
Our recommendation
Your first goal should be to get calcium from food. If you need a supplement, choose one that provides no more than 500 mg per dose to maximize absorption. Calcium can reduce absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin, so take it at a different time of day [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Natrol |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 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