Basic Vitamins Melatonin 5 mg
Brand: Basic Vitamins · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a foundational mineral for your body, but supplementing with it requires careful consideration. While calcium is essential for bone health, the data indicates that high intakes may pose risks, and you should evaluate your dietary intake before adding a supplement [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block and messenger for your body. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific report counts for calcium alone are not available in the provided data. Some research suggests that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium in the 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Before starting calcium, assess your dietary intake first. If you take a supplement, do not exceed the RDA without medical supervision, and be aware of the potential interactions with your medications [NIH ODS]. Data not available on the specific benefits or risks of the melatonin ingredient in this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Basic Vitamins |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 200.0 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