Solgar Multiple Fiber Formula
Brand: Solgar · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Solgar Multiple Fiber Formula is a fiber supplement, but your question likely concerns the calcium listed in the data. For calcium, our assessment is that it is a well-studied mineral essential for bone health, but you need to be careful with dosing. The data confirms that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block and a signaling molecule. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not broken out in the data provided. 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
For this Solgar product, follow the label directions. For calcium, do not exceed the recommended daily allowance without consulting your doctor. If you take any of the medications listed, separate your calcium intake by at least two hours [NIH ODS]. Data not available for specific studies on this product from the provided list.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Solgar |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Vegetable Capsule(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