Bronson Laboratories Calcium 1000 With Vitamin D
Brand: Bronson Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Bronson Laboratories Calcium 1000 With Vitamin D provides two essential nutrients for bone health. Our assessment is that this supplement can be a helpful option for supporting your bone density, but you need to be aware of important safety considerations regarding calcium intake [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a key building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and mineral deposition, which means it helps keep your bones dense and strong. The vitamin D in this product helps your body absorb that calcium effectively. Calcium also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, supporting your muscle function and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports for products like this. You should be aware that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium in your 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you carefully assess your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements before adding this product. Do not exceed the recommended daily allowance without consulting your healthcare provider. If you take any of the medications listed, separate your calcium dose by at least two hours. Start with one tablet daily and monitor for any side effects like constipation or nausea [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Bronson Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 Capsule(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