SuperiorLabs Vitamin B6
Brand: SuperiorLabs · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that while calcium is essential for bone health, you need to be careful with supplementation. Our assessment is that you should prioritize getting calcium from food and only use supplements to fill a verified gap in your diet [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a signal messenger for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also helps with muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 adverse event reports for this product. High calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels 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 [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Do not exceed the recommended intake without medical supervision. Be aware of the serious risks, including a potential increase in the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer at high intakes [NIH ODS]. If you take any of the listed medications, separate your calcium dose by at least 2 hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | SuperiorLabs |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 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