Freeda Chewable Melatonin 0.5 mg
Brand: Freeda · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health, but the specific product you asked about — Freeda Chewable Melatonin 0.5 mg — contains melatonin, not calcium. Data not available for melatonin in the provided data. For calcium specifically, the data supports its role in bone density and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and mineral deposition, helping maintain strong bones. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for calcium alone are not available in the provided data. High calcium intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood levels can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, abnormal heart rhythms, and poor kidney function [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce absorption of certain medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
For calcium, aim to meet your needs through food first. If you supplement, be cautious with high doses and check for interactions with any prescription medications you take [NIH ODS]. For the Freeda Chewable Melatonin 0.5 mg product, data not available to provide a recommendation.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Freeda |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 Chew Tab(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