The Vitamin Shoppe Calcium Citrate + Vitamin D
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium and vitamin D are essential for bone health, but the data on Calcium Citrate + Vitamin D specifically is limited. Based on the information provided, this product can support your bone density, but you must be cautious about total calcium intake from all sources [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the building block for your bones. It supports bone mineralization and mineral deposition, while also aiding in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling. Vitamin D helps your body absorb this calcium effectively [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
If you take this supplement, be sure to track your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements to avoid exceeding safe levels. Discuss with your doctor if you take any of the medications listed above, as timing doses may be necessary. Data for specific side effect report counts for this product was not available [FDA data].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 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