Puritan's Pride Chelated Zinc 25 mg
Brand: Puritan's Pride · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that zinc is an essential mineral for immune function, but the data provided here is for calcium, not zinc. For Puritan's Pride Chelated Zinc 25 mg, specific health data is not available from the provided sources. Our assessment is that you should rely on general zinc guidelines until product-specific data is available.
How it works
For calcium, which is a different mineral, the data shows it works through two key mechanisms: bone mineralization (supporting bone density and mineral deposition) and neuromuscular relaxation (supporting muscle relaxation and nerve signaling) [NIH ODS]. For the zinc product you asked about, specific mechanism data is not available in the provided materials.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories [FDA data]. For calcium specifically, safety concerns include that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. 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]. For the zinc product you asked about, specific side effect data is not available in the provided materials.
Our recommendation
Since the data provided covers calcium rather than zinc, our recommendation is to consult a healthcare provider before starting Puritan's Pride Chelated Zinc 25 mg. For calcium supplements, be aware that they can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. For this specific zinc product, data is not available to make a confident recommendation.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Puritan's Pride |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
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- 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