Carlson Liquid Calcium With Vitamin D
Brand: Carlson · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Carlson Liquid Calcium With Vitamin D provides the essential mineral calcium, which is critical for bone health. However, we must be very careful with dosing. The data confirms that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. For most adults, you should aim to meet, not exceed, the recommended daily intake from all sources.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder for your bones. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation—helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. This product combines calcium with vitamin D to aid absorption, but the primary active ingredient here is calcium.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all products. For calcium specifically, side effects from high levels in the blood and urine 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]. You should also know that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by checking your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements. Do not exceed the upper limit without medical supervision. Take this supplement with food, and separate it from any medications listed above by at least 2 hours. Data not available for a specific dosage recommendation from this product label, so follow the label directions and consult your doctor [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Carlson |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Softgel(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