The Vitamin Shoppe Amino Complex
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, which is a mineral essential for bone health. However, our assessment is that you should be cautious: high calcium intakes from supplements may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Data not available on the specific amounts of calcium in this product, which is a critical gap.
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your body. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps with neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it assists your muscles in relaxing and your nerves in signaling properly [NIH ODS]. Think of it as the key player that keeps your skeletal system strong and your muscle function smooth.
Safety profile
Safety data is limited for this specific product. The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high levels 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to proceed with caution. Because the label data is not provided for this specific product, you cannot know the exact calcium dose you are taking. We recommend you check your total daily calcium intake from all sources (food and supplements) and keep it below the tolerable upper intake level of 2,500 mg per day. If you take any of the listed medications, take calcium at least two hours apart from them [NIH ODS]. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Tablet(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