Innate Response Formulas Women's Multivitamin
Brand: Innate Response Formulas · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Innate Response Formulas Women's Multivitamin contains calcium, a mineral with well-documented benefits for bone health. However, we cannot evaluate the full formula because a complete ingredient list is not provided in the data. Our assessment is based solely on the calcium content. You should know that the benefits of calcium are clear, but the risks require careful attention, especially regarding your total daily intake from all sources [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block and a messenger. It supports bone mineralization, helping to deposit minerals into your skeleton for density and strength. It also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly after they have been activated [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific counts for this multivitamin are not available. The data warns that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood levels of calcium 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] [FDA data]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available on the exact calcium dosage in this product, so you cannot assess your total daily intake from diet and supplements combined. We recommend you first consult your healthcare provider to review your current calcium needs and any medications you take. If you choose to use this multivitamin, take it at a different time of day than any prescription medications to reduce absorption interference [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Innate Response Formulas |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 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