SuperSmart Zinc Orotate 100 mg
Brand: SuperSmart · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that SuperSmart Zinc Orotate 100 mg provides a very high dose of zinc, but the available data on the specific ingredient "calcium" raises significant safety concerns. Calcium is critical for bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS], but this product contains no calcium per the label. For the actual ingredient, zinc, data on its specific effects at this dose is not available in the provided materials. You should approach this product with caution due to the high dosage.
How it works
Think of the mineral calcium as a master regulator for your bones and muscles — it supports bone density and mineral deposition, while also aiding muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. However, again, this product is formulated with zinc orotate, and the provided data does not describe how zinc orotate specifically functions in the body. The mechanism of action for this specific product is not available from the data provided.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement products [FDA data]. For the ingredient calcium specifically, very high intakes can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, weight loss, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Because this product provides 100 mg of zinc, which is well above the recommended daily allowance, side effects specific to this product are not available from the provided data. You should be aware that calcium supplements can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We do not have sufficient data to recommend SuperSmart Zinc Orotate 100 mg. The 100 mg dose is extremely high, and no specific safety or efficacy data for this product was provided. Data not available on the exact side effects or studies for this formulation. You should consult your doctor before taking any zinc supplement at this dose, and consider a standard multivitamin or a lower-dose zinc product instead.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | SuperSmart |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Vegetarian 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