Kirkman Zinc 20 mg
Brand: Kirkman · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for bone health, but it comes with specific safety considerations you need to know. For the Kirkman Zinc 20 mg product, data on zinc is not available in the provided data set. Our assessment focuses on calcium, which is the only ingredient with data provided.
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your body's structure and function. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Think of it as the building block that keeps your skeleton strong and your muscles working smoothly.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for calcium alone are not available in the provided data. High calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Side effects from high blood and urine levels include 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available to provide a specific dosage recommendation for the Kirkman Zinc 20 mg product. For calcium, you should be cautious about exceeding recommended intakes and discuss any supplement use with your healthcare provider, especially if you take medications listed in the interactions [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Kirkman |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 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