Solgar Chelated Calcium
Brand: Solgar · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a foundational mineral for bone health, but you need to be careful with dosing. Solgar Chelated Calcium provides a form of calcium designed for better absorption. Our assessment is that this supplement can be effective for meeting your calcium needs, but you must account for your total daily intake from food and other supplements to avoid exceeding safe levels [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it is critical for neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. The "chelated" form means the calcium is bonded to an amino acid, which may help your body absorb it more efficiently.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolones, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by reviewing your diet to see how much calcium you already get from food. If you need a supplement, choose a dose that brings your total to the daily recommended intake. Take it with food and separate it from your thyroid medication or antibiotics by at least two hours [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Solgar |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 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