The Vitamin Shoppe B-Complex 100
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Vitamin Shoppe B-Complex 100 is a B-vitamin supplement, but the data provided focuses on calcium, not B vitamins. For the ingredient calcium, our assessment is that it plays a key role in bone density and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. However, because the data only covers calcium, we cannot assess the specific benefits of the B-complex formula itself.
How it works
Based on the data provided for calcium, think of it as a structural supporter — it helps your bones mineralize and supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For the B-complex product, specific mechanisms for B vitamins (like B12, folate, or B6) are not available in the data provided.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available [FDA data]. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High 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]. Side effect report counts for calcium are not available in the data provided.
Our recommendation
We cannot recommend this product based on the data provided, as all information pertains to calcium, not B vitamins. For calcium supplements, remember that calcium can reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. For specific guidance on B-Complex 100, data is not available.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 300.0 Vegetable 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