Douglas Laboratories Methyl Folate L-5-MTHF
Brand: Douglas Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Douglas Laboratories Methyl Folate L-5-MTHF is a targeted form of folate, but the data provided does not include specific studies on this product. Our assessment must rely on the ingredient data available, which is for calcium. No specific health benefits for L-5-MTHF are included in the provided data.
How it works
Based on the data available for calcium, think of this mineral as a structural support — it supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it helps with muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For the L-5-MTHF ingredient in this specific product, mechanism of action data is not available in the provided information.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For the calcium ingredient specifically, high levels 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]. For the L-5-MTHF ingredient, side effect data is not available in the provided information.
Our recommendation
Data not available for a complete recommendation on this specific product. For general calcium guidance, you should be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Without specific data on L-5-MTHF from the provided materials, we cannot make a confident recommendation for this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Douglas Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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