The Vitamin Shoppe Calcium Magnesium Zinc
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that The Vitamin Shoppe Calcium Magnesium Zinc is a combination supplement that may support bone health, but you should be aware of important safety considerations. The key active ingredient, calcium, plays a role in bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, you need to weigh these benefits against the potential risks noted in the data.
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block and a signaler. It supports bone density by helping deposit minerals into your skeleton, and it also helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS]. This is why the combination with magnesium and zinc is often marketed for overall bone and muscle support.
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product’s adverse events. FDA has received a total of 592,059 reports across all supplements, but specific numbers for this product are not provided [FDA data]. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium in your 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
Our recommendation: Approach this supplement with caution. Because high calcium intake carries serious risks, you should not exceed the recommended daily allowance without a doctor's guidance. Also, calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. If you take any of these, separate your supplement and medication by at least two hours, and always consult your physician before starting this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| 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