Herb Pharm Linden
Brand: Herb Pharm · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that linden is a plant-based ingredient, but the data provided is not specific to the Herb Pharm Linden product. Our assessment relies on the ingredient data available for calcium, which is listed for this product. Calcium is well-established for bone health, but the specific benefits of linden itself are not supported by the data provided here [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural foundation for your skeleton. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For the linden component, specific mechanisms of action are not available in the provided data.
Safety profile
The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports for all dietary supplements, but specific report counts for Herb Pharm Linden or linden alone are not available in the provided data. For calcium, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and high levels in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Given that the data does not provide specific evidence for the benefits or side effects of linden, you should approach this product with caution. If you are seeking calcium, choose a standard calcium supplement and take it separately from medications listed above [NIH ODS]. For the linden component specifically, data not available, so we cannot make a confident recommendation for its use based on the information provided.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 4.0 fl. Oz. 120.0 mL |
| 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