Genestra Brands Femagen Iron Plus
Brand: Genestra Brands · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Genestra Brands Femagen Iron Plus is designed to support bone health, primarily through its calcium content. For most adults, meeting your daily calcium needs is best achieved through food sources, but a supplement can help fill dietary gaps. Our assessment is that this product’s key benefit is providing calcium for bone mineralization, but you must be aware of the potential risks and interactions associated with calcium supplementation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the structural building block for your bones. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, which is critical for maintaining strong bones as you age. Additionally, calcium plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for specific side effect reports for this product. However, FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, some research suggests that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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
Start by assessing your total daily calcium intake from food. If you are not getting enough, this supplement can help. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin, so you should take this supplement at a different time of day than those medications [NIH ODS]. We recommend you speak with your healthcare provider before starting this supplement, especially if you have a history of kidney stones or heart disease.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Genestra Brands |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 90.0 Vegetarian 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