Doctor's Best Calcium Bone Maker Complex
Brand: Doctor's Best · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for your health, but it comes with important considerations. Our assessment: This product can help you meet your calcium needs, but you must be careful about the total amount you take from all sources. The key is to not exceed recommended levels, as high intakes may pose risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the structural building block for your bones. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, which keeps your skeleton strong. Calcium also works as a messenger for your nerves and muscles, helping with neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product's side effects. However, 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]. Some research also suggests that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for calcium products [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Start by calculating your total daily calcium intake from food and supplements. Do not exceed the upper limit without medical supervision. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Take this supplement at a different time from these medications. Consult your doctor before starting, especially if you have kidney issues or a history of heart disease [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Doctor's Best |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 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