Solgar Potassium Magnesium Aspartate
Brand: Solgar · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the key ingredient in this supplement, calcium, is essential for your health, but the data on supplemental forms comes with important cautions. Our assessment: while calcium supports bone and nerve function, taking it as a supplement requires careful consideration of your diet and health status [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block and messenger for your body. It is critical for bone mineralization, helping to deposit minerals into your skeleton to maintain density. At the same time, calcium supports neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly after they fire [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for products in this category. The data for calcium specifically shows that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels of calcium in your blood or 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] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
We recommend you get your calcium primarily from food sources. If you are considering this supplement, be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data on potassium and magnesium aspartate in this specific form is not available for a full assessment. Speak with your doctor before starting.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Solgar |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 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