Douglas Laboratories Timed Release Iron

Our assessment

The evidence shows that Douglas Laboratories Timed Release Iron is a targeted supplement for addressing iron deficiency. However, the data provided does not include any specific information about iron itself, its recommended dosages, or its benefits. Based on the data available, which focuses on calcium, we must be cautious. The most relevant finding is that the total adverse event reports for all supplements tracked by the FDA stand at 592,059 [FDA data]. Without specific iron data, we cannot confirm the product’s efficacy or safety profile for you.

How it works

While we lack direct data on iron's mechanism from the provided information, we can reference the general principle of mineral supplementation. For instance, the data on calcium shows it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. Similarly, iron is known to help your body produce hemoglobin, which carries oxygen. However, because specific iron data is not provided, we cannot detail its exact action in this formulation. We must state: Data not available on iron's specific mechanism from the provided sources.

Safety profile

The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories [FDA data]. For the ingredient calcium, which is the only ingredient with detailed safety data, high intakes can lead to constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS]. Since no specific adverse event reports for Douglas Laboratories Timed Release Iron are provided, we must state: Data not available on side effects for this specific product. Always consult your doctor before starting a new supplement, especially if you take other medications.

Our recommendation

Without direct data on iron dosage, benefits, or side effects for this specific product, we cannot offer a confident recommendation. The data provided does not include the RDA for iron or any studies on its effectiveness. Our general guidance is to only take an iron supplement if you have a confirmed deficiency diagnosed by a healthcare professional, as excess iron can be harmful. For this specific product, we must state: Data not available to support a recommendation. Seek personalized advice from your pharmacist or doctor.

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