Meijer Calcium 600 + D3
Brand: Meijer · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium, combined with vitamin D3, is essential for bone health. Meijer Calcium 600 + D3 provides 600 mg of calcium per tablet, which is a significant portion of the recommended daily intake for most adults. This supplement is most effective when used to fill a gap in your dietary calcium intake, not as a replacement for a balanced diet [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a signaling molecule for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly. Vitamin D3 is included to help your body absorb that calcium efficiently [NIH ODS]. Without enough vitamin D, your body cannot use the calcium you take in.
Safety profile
FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for this product category. While calcium is generally safe, the data warns that high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood calcium levels can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS] [FDA data]. You should also be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of certain medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
If you need to supplement your diet, this product can be a good choice. However, do not exceed the total daily calcium recommendation of 1,000 to 1,200 mg from all sources (food and supplements) without consulting your doctor. Take this supplement with food and separate it from any medications listed above by at least 2 hours. Always check with your healthcare provider before starting, especially if you have a history of kidney stones or heart conditions [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Meijer |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Tablet(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