Douglas Cooper Co. Iron Plus
Brand: Douglas Cooper Co. · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Douglas Cooper Co. Iron Plus contains the mineral Calcium. Our assessment is that calcium is essential for bone health, but the data also reveals important safety concerns that you should understand before taking any supplement containing it [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization, helping maintain bone density, and also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, aiding muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, some research suggests that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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 [NIH ODS] [FDA data]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available on the specific dosage of calcium in this product. Before starting, check your total calcium intake from food and other supplements. If you take any medications listed above, separate your calcium dose by at least two hours. We recommend consulting your healthcare provider to determine if this supplement is right for you [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Douglas Cooper Co. |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 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