Centrum
Silver Women's 50+ Multivitamin
43/100
SUPPIE SCORE
65/100
EFFICACY
Medium
SAFETY
32/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Silver Women's 50+ Multivitamin Do?
This Centrum Silver Women's 50+ provides a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals targeted at women over 50, including added lutein, though many minerals use oxide or inorganic forms with lower absorption.
How does this Centrum Silver Women's 50+ formula compare to a standard daily multivitamin?
What should I know about the forms and amounts of iron, calcium, and magnesium in this tablet?
Are there any specific considerations for taking this with food or medications?
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What Are the Benefits of Silver Women's 50+ Multivitamin?
Based on proven scientific research
Bone HealthModerate
Immune SupportMild
Energy MetabolismModerate
Eye HealthMild
Antioxidant ProtectionMild
Good For:
What Are the Side Effects of Centrum Silver Women's 50+ Multivitamin?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskMedium Risk
Overview
•Formulated for women 50+ with higher B12, lower iron than standard multis.
•Contains synthetic colors (FD&C lakes), BHT preservative, and titanium dioxide which some prefer to avoid.
•Magnesium oxide form has lower bioavailability; calcium carbonate best taken with food for absorption.
•Iron 8 mg may cause mild GI upset in sensitive individuals; take with food as directed.
•Vitamin A includes beta-carotene; safe but monitor total intake from other sources.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Allergens
No major allergens declared
Inactive Ingredients
Ascorbic acid
GoodDicalcium phosphate
Low RiskMicrocrystalline cellulose
Low RiskMaltodextrin
Low RiskStarch
Low RiskDl-alpha tocopheryl acetate
Low RiskBeta-carotene
GoodBht (preservative)
Medium RiskBiotin
Low RiskCarboxymethylcellulose sodium
Low RiskCholecalciferol
Low RiskCroscarmellose sodium
Low RiskCupric sulfate
Low RiskCyanocobalamin
Low RiskD-calcium pantothenate
Low RiskDl-tartaric acid
Low RiskFd&c blue no. 2 lake
Medium RiskFd&c red no. 40 lake
Medium RiskFd&c yellow no. 6 lake
Medium RiskFerrous fumarate
Low RiskFolic acid
Low RiskHydroxypropyl methylcellulose
Low RiskPhytonadione
Low RiskPolydextrose
Low RiskPyridoxine hydrochloride
Low RiskTitanium dioxide
Medium RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Centrum Silver Women's 50+ Multivitamin?
Vitamin A
1050 mcg RAE
Vitamin C
100 mg
Vitamin D
25 mcg (1000 IU)
Vitamin E
15.8 mg
Vitamin K
50 mcg
Thiamin
1.1 mg
Riboflavin
1.1 mg
Niacin
14 mg
Vitamin B6
5 mg
Folate
667 mcg DFE (400 mcg folic acid)
Vitamin B12
50 mcg
Biotin
30 mcg
Pantothenic Acid
5 mg
Iron
8 mg
Phosphorus
20 mg
Iodine
150 mcg
Zinc
15 mg
Selenium
22 mcg
Copper
0.5 mg
Manganese
2.3 mg
Molybdenum
50 mcg
Chloride
72 mg
Lutein
300 mcg
Calcium (from Calcium Carbonate)
300 mg
Magnesium (from Magnesium Oxide)
100 mg
Potassium (from Potassium Chloride)
80 mg
Ascorbic Acid
Dicalcium Phosphate
Microcrystalline Cellulose
Maltodextrin
Starch
dl-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate
beta-carotene
BHT (preservative)
carboxymethylcellulose sodium
cholecalciferol
Chromium (from chromium picolinate)
52 mcg
croscarmellose sodium
cupric sulfate
cyanocobalamin
D-calcium pantothenate
DL-tartaric acid
FD&C blue no. 2 lake
FD&C red no. 40 lake
FD&C yellow no. 6 lake
ferrous fumarate
folic acid
hydroxypropyl methylcellulose
phytonadione
polydextrose
pyridoxine hydrochloride
titanium dioxide
Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Silver Women's 50+ Multivitamin compare to the research.
•Vitamin D — 25 mcg (1000 IU); within typical maintenance ranges of 15-50 mcg daily.
•Magnesium (as Magnesium Oxide) — 100 mg; oxide form shows lower absorption versus citrate or glycinate in studies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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