The Vitamin Shoppe Iron Complex
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. However, the data also indicates important safety considerations. For general bone support, calcium from food sources is usually preferred, and supplementation should be approached with caution due to potential risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also plays a key role in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592059 total adverse event reports across all supplement categories, though specific reports for this product are not available. The data warns that 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
We recommend getting your daily calcium from food sources first. If you do use a supplement, take it with food and separate it by at least two hours from medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS]. Do not exceed the RDA without medical supervision.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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