Puritan's Pride Zinc 50 mg
Brand: Puritan's Pride · Form: SUPPLEMENT FORM, OTHER [E0172]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health and nerve function, but the specific product you asked about—Puritan's Pride Zinc 50 mg—contains zinc, not calcium. Data for the ingredient calcium is provided, but no data on zinc was included in this report. Based on the available information, we cannot assess the benefits or risks of this specific zinc supplement. Data not available for zinc.
How it works
For calcium, the mechanism involves bone mineralization, supporting bone density and mineral deposition, as well as neuromuscular relaxation, which supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. If you are considering a calcium supplement, this is how it functions in your body.
Safety profile
For calcium, the FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. Specific side effects of high calcium intake include 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]. Some research also suggests high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you confirm the exact supplement you intend to take. If it is Puritan's Pride Zinc 50 mg, we have no data to provide a recommendation. If you are interested in calcium, keep in mind that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Always consult your pharmacist or doctor before starting a new supplement, especially at high doses.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Puritan's Pride |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 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