Floradix Calcium
Brand: Floradix · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health, but the specific product Floradix Calcium is not detailed in the data provided. Our assessment focuses on the calcium ingredient itself. Calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular function [NIH ODS]. For a general audience, calcium is a critical mineral, but the data does not allow us to assess the unique formulation of Floradix Calcium.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton and a signaling molecule for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone density through mineral deposition and helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS]. Without enough calcium, your body will leach it from your bones, which can weaken them over time.
Safety profile
The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all dietary supplements, but specific data for Floradix Calcium is not available. For calcium supplements generally, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Side effects of excessively high calcium levels include 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 [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by assessing your dietary calcium intake from food sources. If you need a supplement, choose one that provides no more than 500-600 mg of elemental calcium per dose for best absorption. Always take calcium supplements with food and separate them from the medications listed above by at least 2 hours [NIH ODS]. Because specific data on Floradix Calcium is not available, we cannot recommend this product over others. Consult your healthcare provider to determine if calcium supplementation is right for you.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Floradix |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 8.5 fl. Oz. 250.0 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