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Centrum Silver Adults 50+ Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplement
73/100
SUPPIE SCORE
85/100
EFFICACY
High
SAFETY
60/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Centrum Silver Adults 50+ Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplement Do?
Centrum Silver provides well-dosed vitamins and minerals tailored for adults 50+, effectively supporting bone, immune, and eye health with strong evidence. Dosages align with RDAs without excesses; overall safe for most, though iron may upset sensitive stomachs.
How does Centrum Silver support bone health in adults over 50?
What are the benefits of the added lutein for eye health?
Is this multivitamin suitable for vegetarians?
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What Are the Benefits of Centrum Silver Adults 50+ Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplement?
Based on proven scientific research
Immune SupportStrong
Bone HealthVery strong
Eye HealthModerate
Energy MetabolismStrong
Heart HealthModerate
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What Are the Side Effects of Centrum Centrum Silver Adults 50+ Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplement?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskLow Risk
Overview
•All vitamins and minerals are dosed within safe upper limits for healthy adults over 50, per NIH guidelines, with no exceedances of tolerable intake levels.
•Iron at 8 mg may cause mild GI upset in sensitive individuals; avoid if hemochromatosis is present, as per Mayo Clinic warnings.
•Potential interactions include calcium reducing absorption of certain antibiotics; take 2 hours apart from medications like levothyroxine.
•Not recommended during pregnancy or for children under 18; suitable for most adults 50+ without major health conditions.
•Contains gelatin and corn-derived ingredients, posing allergy risks for those with sensitivities; gluten-free but check for soy traces.
•Long-term use is safe for filling dietary gaps, but consult doctor if on blood thinners due to vitamin K content.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Allergens
Gelatin (animal-derived)Corn (starch)Potential soy traces
Inactive Ingredients
Microcrystalline cellulose
Low RiskCrospovidone
Low RiskHypromellose
Low RiskMagnesium stearate
Low RiskSilicon dioxide
Low RiskTitanium dioxide
High RiskGelatin
Low RiskPolyethylene glycol
Low RiskSucrose
Low RiskCorn starch
Low RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Centrum Centrum Silver Adults 50+ Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplement?
Vitamin A
2500 IU
Vitamin C
60 mg
Vitamin D
400 IU
Vitamin E
50 IU
Vitamin K
25 mcg
Thiamin (Vitamin B1)
1.5 mg
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
1.7 mg
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
20 mg
Vitamin B6
3 mg
Folic Acid
400 mcg
Vitamin B12
25 mcg
Biotin
30 mcg
Pantothenic Acid
10 mg
Calcium
200 mg
Iron
8 mg
Phosphorus
109 mg
Iodine
150 mcg
Magnesium
50 mg
Zinc
11 mg
Selenium
20 mcg
Copper
0.5 mg
Manganese
2.3 mg
Chromium
25 mcg
Molybdenum
50 mcg
Chloride
72 mg
Potassium
80 mg
Nickel
5 mcg
Silicon
2 mg
Vanadium
10 mcg
Lutein
250 mcg
Microcrystalline Cellulose
Crospovidone
Hypromellose
Magnesium Stearate
Silicon Dioxide
Titanium Dioxide
Gelatin
Polyethylene Glycol
Sucrose
Corn Starch
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Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Centrum Silver Adults 50+ Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplement compare to the research.
•Vitamins and minerals — 12 of 22 provide at least 90% of the daily reference intake: vitamin B12 (about 10 times), vitamin B6, plus 10 more; potassium, magnesium and 8 others supply less.
•Below studied amounts — lutein 0.25 mg per serving (studies use 6.9-20 mg/day), niacin 20 mg per serving (studies use 30-3,000 mg/day), plus 10 more.
•Forms — folic acid is a better-absorbed, well-studied form.
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