Schiff Super Calcium 1200 mg
Brand: Schiff · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health, but you need to be careful with dosing. The data indicates that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. For a supplement like Schiff Super Calcium 1200 mg, you should consider your total daily intake from food and other sources to avoid exceeding safe levels [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium is a master regulator for your body. It supports bone density and mineral deposition through a process called bone mineralization. It also plays a critical role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
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] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by assessing your total calcium intake from your diet before adding a supplement. If you choose to use Schiff Super Calcium 1200 mg, take it with food and separate it from other medications by at least two hours. Data not available on the specific form of calcium in this product, so check the label for the type (e.g., calcium carbonate or calcium citrate) [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Schiff |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Softgel(s) |
| Market Status | On 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