Blackmores
Blackmores ZinvitC250
71/100
SUPPIE SCORE
55/100
EFFICACY
Medium
SAFETY
94/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Blackmores ZinvitC250 Do?
Blackmores ZinvitC250 supplies 250 mg ascorbic acid, 22.7 mg elemental zinc from sulfate, and only 4.9 mg elemental magnesium per tablet.
How does the zinc and vitamin C combination in ZinvitC250 compare to taking them separately for immune support?
Is the magnesium dose in this product high enough to make a meaningful difference?
What should I know about long-term use given the zinc warning on the label?
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What Are the Benefits of Blackmores ZinvitC250?
Based on proven scientific research
Immune system healthModerate
General wellbeingMild
Maintain zinc and vitamin C levelsModerate
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What Are the Side Effects of Blackmores Blackmores ZinvitC250?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskMedium Risk
Overview
•Contains zinc; prolonged high doses may interfere with copper status or cause nausea.
•Magnesium dose per tablet is very low (4.9 mg elemental).
•Vitamin C at 250 mg per tablet is well-tolerated but may cause mild GI upset at higher intakes (2 tablets).
•Contains sulfites – avoid if sulfite-sensitive.
•Take with food as directed to minimise stomach irritation.
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Negative Interactions
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Sulfites
Inactive Ingredients
Sulfites
Medium RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Blackmores Blackmores ZinvitC250?
Zinc sulfate heptahydrate
100 mg
Zinc (equivalent)
22.7 mg
Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate
50 mg
Magnesium (equivalent)
4.9 mg
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C)
250 mg
Sulfites
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Blackmores ZinvitC250 compare to the research.
•Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) — 250 mg; standard daily supplemental dose within 200-2000 mg range.
•Zinc (as zinc sulfate heptahydrate) — 22.7 mg; inorganic sulfate form generally shows lower absorption than organic forms such as gluconate or bisglycinate.
•Magnesium (as magnesium sulfate heptahydrate) — 4.9 mg; substantially below typical supplemental doses of 100-400 mg elemental magnesium.
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