Nature Made Calcium 500 mg
Brand: Nature Made · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for bone health, but supplementation requires careful consideration. Our assessment: Nature Made Calcium 500 mg can be an effective tool for meeting your needs, but you must be aware of the risks and interactions before starting. Data on this specific brand is limited to its ingredient, calcium [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder for your bones and a signal messenger for your muscles and nerves. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific reports for this product are not available. You should be aware that some research suggests high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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
Data not available on a specific recommended dose for this product. Before starting, check your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements. Take this supplement with food for best absorption, and separate it from any medications listed in the interactions by at least 2 hours. Do not exceed 2,000 mg of total calcium per day from all sources without consulting your doctor [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Nature Made |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 130.0 Tablet(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