Nutrivein Premium Zinc Gluconate 100 mg

Our assessment

The evidence shows that this product provides 100 mg of zinc gluconate per serving. However, data specifically for this brand or formulation is not available. We must rely on general information for the ingredient zinc. Our assessment is that 100 mg of zinc is significantly above the tolerable upper intake level for adults, and you should be cautious about exceeding this amount without medical supervision.

How it works

Zinc is a critical mineral that supports immune function, protein synthesis, and wound healing. It acts as a cofactor for numerous enzymes. Please note: specific mechanism data for zinc from the provided data is unavailable.

Safety profile

FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For this specific product, side effect data is not available. General high zinc intake can cause nausea, vomiting, and copper deficiency [NIH ODS].

Our recommendation

We recommend you do not take this supplement without first consulting a healthcare provider. The 100 mg dose is high and may exceed safe limits. A standard daily dose is 8-11 mg for most adults. Choose a lower-dose zinc supplement to avoid potential toxicity [NIH ODS].

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