Geri-Care Iron Tablets 65 mg

Our assessment

The evidence shows that this product contains 65 mg of iron, but the available data does not include specific studies or adverse event reports for this exact supplement. For the ingredient iron, data is not available in the provided materials. However, the product's label does list iron, and we can only reference the general safety information from the data provided for other ingredients.

How it works

Based on the data provided, the product lists iron as an ingredient, but no mechanism of action for iron is included in the data. For context, the data for calcium describes it as supporting bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. Since no specific data on iron's function is provided, we cannot detail how this supplement works in the body.

Safety profile

FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements in the database, but no specific report count is available for this product or for iron alone [FDA data]. For the ingredient calcium, the data notes that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and high levels in the blood can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Side effects for iron specifically are not provided in the data.

Our recommendation

Without specific data on the 65 mg iron tablets, we cannot make a confident recommendation. You should consult your healthcare provider before starting this supplement, especially to check your iron levels and discuss potential interactions. Data on interactions for iron is not available, but calcium supplements can reduce absorption of several medications including bisphosphonates and thyroid medication [NIH ODS].

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