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Activated Homocysteine

product on market Capsule Swanson Safety: 90/100
90/100

This product looks safe

  • Folate: 800mg is 800.0× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (1.0mg)
  • 75% of ingredients have research evidence
C Label Compliance Grade

What the Evidence Says

✨ AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · methodology

Vitamin B6, folate, B12, and trimethylglycine are used to support the metabolism of homocysteine in the body. There is strong evidence that these nutrients act as methyl donors to lower homocysteine levels. However, overall evidence coverage for this specific formulation remains limited.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

Alerts

Safety Alerts

Folate: 800mg is 800.0× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (1.0mg)

Label

Product Label

Label for Activated Homocysteine
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Details

Label Data

1 Veggie Capsule(s)
Serving Size
60
Servings
Other Combinations
Product Type
75%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

50 mg (2941% DV)
38.5× RDA — above typical dose (UL: 100 mg) 114 studies (A:3, B:35)
800 mcg DFE (200% DV)
Exceeds UL by 800.0× (UL: 1.0 mg) 226 studies (A:10, B:105)
500 mcg (20833% DV)
208.3× RDA — above typical dose 139 studies (A:1, B:44)
Market median: 496.0mg (192 products) 20 studies — no high-quality reviews

Other Ingredients

Hypromellose Brown Rice Flour Magnesium Stearate
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
Info

Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one veggie capsule per day with water.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: For adults only. Keep out of reach of children.

Consult your healthcare provider before using this or any product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Formulation Notes

Promotes healthy levels of homocysteine already within the normal range Supports cardiovascular and neurological health

Cardiovascular health Activated formula

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry place.

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 87614 02713 5
DSLD Entry Date2024-10-24
Product TypeOther Combinations
FormCapsule
BrandSwanson
DSLD ID308447
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

153
Research Sources
55
Avg Quality
71
Systematic Review
51
Meta Analysis
19
Rct
6
Clinical Trial
2
Other
2
Regulatory Source
1
Openfda Safety
A Efficacy of vitamin and antioxidant supplements in prevention of cardiovascular disease: systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Meta Analysis BMJ (Clinical research ed.) 2013 PubMed DOI
A Homocysteine lowering interventions for preventing cardiovascular events
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2009 PubMed DOI
A Intake of vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin B12 and risk of coronary heart disease: a systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies
Meta Analysis Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2019 PubMed DOI
A Exploring the causal associations of micronutrients on urate levels and the risk of gout: A Mendelian randomization study
Meta Analysis Clinical nutrition (Edinburgh, Scotland) 2024 PubMed DOI
A Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) supplementation during pregnancy or labour for maternal and neonatal outcomes
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2015 PubMed DOI
B Prophylactic drug management for febrile seizures in children
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
B Treatments for Hyperemesis Gravidarum and Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy: A Systematic Review
Systematic Review JAMA 2016 PubMed DOI
B The potential role of nutritional components in improving brain function among patients with Alzheimers disease: a meta-analysis of RCT studies
Meta Analysis Neurosciences (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) 2020 PubMed DOI
B Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) supplementation in pregnancy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2006 PubMed
B Effect of ginger in the treatment of nausea and vomiting compared with vitamin B6 and placebo during pregnancy: a meta-analysis
Meta Analysis The journal of maternal-fetal & neonatal medicine : the official journal of the European Association of Perinatal Medicine, the Federation of Asia and Oceania Perinatal Societies, the International Society of Perinatal Obstetricians 2022 PubMed DOI
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