The Vitamin Shoppe B12 Methylcobalamin 1000 mcg Black Cherry
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: LOZENGE [E0174]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that The Vitamin Shoppe B12 Methylcobalamin 1000 mcg Black Cherry is a straightforward vitamin B12 supplement. However, the provided data does not include any specific information about vitamin B12, its mechanism, or its effects. Our assessment must be based strictly on the data given, which pertains to calcium. For this product, specific health benefits and efficacy data are not available from the provided materials.
How it works
Think of calcium as a key structural component for your bones and a regulator of nerve and muscle function. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it is critical for neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This is the only ingredient for which mechanism data is provided.
Safety profile
Based on the data for calcium (the only ingredient with safety information), high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine levels of calcium 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]. Calcium supplements can also reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories, but specific report counts for this product are not available [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Data not available to make a specific recommendation for this product. Because the provided data only covers calcium, we cannot evaluate the benefits or risks of the vitamin B12 in this supplement. You should consult a healthcare provider to determine if a vitamin B12 supplement is appropriate for you, and to check for potential interactions with any medications you take.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Lozenge(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