Highland Laboratories Cal-Mag Zinc
Brand: Highland Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: Highland Laboratories Cal-Mag Zinc is a combination supplement providing calcium, magnesium, and zinc. The evidence shows that calcium is crucial for bone health, but you need to be aware of the specific risks and interactions associated with this mineral [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your bones. It supports bone density through a process called bone mineralization, and it also helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 adverse event reports total across all supplements, but specific data for this product is not available. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels in your blood 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 [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Be cautious with calcium supplements. They can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Always take this supplement at a different time than these medications. Data not available for specific dosing recommendations for this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Highland Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Capsule(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