Tcentials Tcentials Trace Mineral Drops
Brand: Tcentials · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Tcentials Trace Mineral Drops provide calcium, a mineral essential for bone health and muscle function. Our assessment is that this product can help you meet your calcium needs, but you must be careful with overall intake from all sources to avoid excessive levels [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your body. It supports bone mineralization to maintain strong, dense bones and plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for specific side effects from this product. However, the FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High calcium levels in your blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [FDA data] [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by calculating your total daily calcium intake from food and all supplements. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin. Take this product at a different time from these medications [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Tcentials |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 8.0 fl. Oz. 237.0 mL |
| 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