Basic Vitamins Ginseng Complex with Royal Jelly 500 mg
Brand: Basic Vitamins · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Basic Vitamins Ginseng Complex with Royal Jelly 500 mg contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. However, this product is sold as a proprietary blend, and the exact amount of calcium per serving is not specified on the label. Our assessment is that you should not rely on this product as your primary source of calcium, as the dosage is unknown. Data for ginseng and royal jelly in this specific formulation is not provided, so we focus on the calcium component [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling. Without enough calcium, your body will leach it from your bones to support critical functions like muscle contraction and heart rhythm [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all products, but specific reports for this exact product are not available. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood calcium levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you do not depend on this product for your daily calcium needs. The label does not specify how much calcium you are getting per dose. For bone health, aim for 1,000 mg of calcium daily from food sources like dairy, fortified plant milks, and leafy greens. If you take any prescription medications, separate your calcium intake by at least two hours to avoid absorption issues. Consult your doctor before using this supplement, especially if you have a history of kidney stones or heart disease [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Basic Vitamins |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 50.0 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