Puritan's Pride Albion Chelated Magnesium 400 mg
Brand: Puritan's Pride · Form: SUPPLEMENT FORM, OTHER [E0172]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium supports bone health and muscle relaxation, but the specific product you asked about — Puritan's Pride Albion Chelated Magnesium 400 mg — contains magnesium as its primary ingredient. Data for magnesium specifically is not available in the provided materials. For the ingredient calcium, which is listed in our data, the benefits are well-documented, but you must be cautious with dosing and interactions [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder and nerve relaxer. It supports bone density through bone mineralization and helps your muscles relax by aiding nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This dual role makes it essential for both your skeleton and your nervous system.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements in the database. For calcium specifically, high intakes may 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] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
You should be aware that calcium supplements can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Before taking any calcium product, consult your healthcare provider to review your current medications and overall health status. Data not available for the specific magnesium product you mentioned, so we cannot make a recommendation for that supplement.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Puritan's Pride |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Coated Caplet(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