Home/ Supplements/ Vitamin A/ Forward

Forward

product on market Capsule Dr. Whitaker Safety: 99/100
99/100

This product looks safe

  • Niacin: 50mg is 1.4× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (35mg)
  • 64% of ingredients have research evidence
C Label Compliance Grade

What the Evidence Says

✨ AI-generated · Qwen 3.6 · methodology

The profile contains essential vitamins A, C, D, E, and thiamine, which are supported by strong evidence for maintaining immune function and cellular health. These ingredients play critical roles in antioxidant protection and metabolic processes. However, the overall evidence coverage for this specific formulation is limited.

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

Alerts

Safety Alerts

Niacin: 50mg is 1.4× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (35mg)

Label

Product Label

Label for Forward
Open Full PDF View on NIH DSLD →
Details

Label Data

5 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
60
Servings
Other Combinations
Product Type
64%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Vitamin A
7500 IU (150% DV)
Vitamin C
500 mg (833% DV)
400 IU (100% DV)
Within RDA (0.7× RDA) 608 studies (A:16, B:251)
100 IU (333% DV)
4.5× RDA — above typical dose (UL: 1000 mg) 179 studies (A:3, B:90)
25 mg (1667% DV)
20.8× RDA — above typical dose 76 studies (A:0, B:33)
25 mg (1471% DV)
19.2× RDA — above typical dose 13 studies (A:0, B:1)
50 mg (250% DV)
Exceeds UL by 1.4× (UL: 35 mg) 196 studies (A:5, B:63)
38 mg (1900% DV)
29.2× RDA — above typical dose (UL: 100 mg) 114 studies (A:3, B:35)
400 mcg (100% DV)
Within RDA (1.0× RDA) 226 studies (A:10, B:105)
75 mcg (1250% DV)
31.2× RDA — above typical dose 139 studies (A:1, B:44)
150 mcg (50% DV)
5.0× RDA — above typical dose 27 studies (A:0, B:11)
25 mg (250% DV)
5.0× RDA — above typical dose 2 studies — no high-quality reviews
Calcium
500 mg (50% DV)
75 mcg (50% DV)
Within RDA (0.5× RDA) 245 studies (A:4, B:133)
250 mg (63% DV)
Within RDA (0.6× RDA) 316 studies (A:8, B:159)
15 mg (100% DV)
Market median: 500.0mg (115 products)
100 mcg (143% DV)
1.8× RDA — within safe limits 173 studies (A:0, B:67)
1 mg (50% DV)
1.1× RDA — within safe limits 37 studies (A:0, B:11)
5 mg (250% DV)
2.2× RDA — within safe limits 9 studies — no high-quality reviews
100 mcg (83% DV)
2.9× RDA — within safe limits 199 studies (A:1, B:55)
65 mcg (87% DV)
1.4× RDA — within safe limits 3 studies — no high-quality reviews
Potassium
57 mg (2% DV)
Market median: 500.0mg (283 products) 174 studies (A:0, B:62)
100 mg
Within RDA (0.2× RDA) 38 studies (A:1, B:7)
3.3× RDA — above typical dose (UL: 1000 mg) 179 studies (A:3, B:90)
25 mg
Market median: 500.0mg (19 products)
Market median: 500.0mg (9 products) 7 studies — no high-quality reviews
20 mg
Market median: 550.0mg (217 products) 29 studies (A:0, B:5)
Market median: 200.0mg (198 products) 6 studies — no high-quality reviews
13 mg
Market median: 108.0mg (8 products) 9 studies (A:0, B:4)
Within RDA (0.3× RDA) 179 studies (A:3, B:90)
Within RDA (0.3× RDA) 179 studies (A:3, B:90)
Trace Mineral Complex
5 mg

Other Ingredients

Gelatin Microcrystalline Cellulose Magnesium Stearate Stearic Acid Ethyl Vanillin
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified Nutrient
Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
Info

Product Information

Directions for Use

Doctor’s suggested use: Take 10 capsules daily; 5 with breakfast and 5 with lunch or dinner.

Warnings & Precautions

Note: Pregnant or lactating women should consult a health care professional before taking this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation Notes

Forward is rich in the following antioxidants: Vitamins A, C, E, and Selenium.

GF Gluten free

Additional Information

Unconditionally guaranteed for purity and labeled potency.

To preserve quality and freshness, store bottle with cap tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

For everyday health

With essential vitamins and minerals in absorbable forms

This product contains natural ingredients; therefore, some color variations may occur.

GF Gluten free

SKU: FWD 02 C16000 , 2015 R-1

Almost out? Call 1-800-722-8008 or visit drwhitaker.com choose autodelivery, get free shipping forever

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU6 78829 21254 8
DSLD Entry Date2016-06-24
Product TypeOther Combinations
FormCapsule
BrandDr. Whitaker
DSLD ID60862
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

337
Research Sources
54
Avg Quality
161
Meta Analysis
68
Systematic Review
51
Rct
48
Clinical Trial
2
Other
2
Regulatory Source
1
Narrative Review
1
Cochrane Review
1
Guideline
1
Openfda Safety
A Vitamin A supplementation for preventing morbidity and mortality in children from six months to five years of age
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2017 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin A supplementation for the prevention of morbidity and mortality in infants six months of age or less
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2011 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin A supplementation for reducing the risk of mother-to-child transmission of HIV infection
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2011 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin A supplements for preventing mortality, illness, and blindness in children aged under 5: systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis BMJ (Clinical research ed.) 2011 PubMed DOI
A Fortification of staple foods with vitamin A for vitamin A deficiency
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2019 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin A supplementation for the prevention of morbidity and mortality in infants one to six months of age
Narrative Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2016 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin A and fish oils for preventing the progression of retinitis pigmentosa
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2020 PubMed DOI
A Exercise training-induced changes in exerkine concentrations may be relevant to the metabolic control of type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Meta Analysis Journal of sport and health science 2023 PubMed DOI
A Food fortification with multiple micronutrients: impact on health outcomes in general population
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2019 PubMed DOI
A Oral vitamin A supplements to prevent acute upper respiratory tract infections in children up to seven years of age
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2024 PubMed DOI
View all evidence for Vitamin A →
Compare

Similar Products

Thyrosol
Metagenics · Capsule
100
Thyro Complex
Akasha Naturals · Capsule
100
START! Multi-Vitamin + Joints
Botanic Choice · Capsule
100
START! Multi-Vitamin + Vision
Botanic Choice · Capsule
100
START! Multi-Vitamin + Heart
Botanic Choice · Capsule
100
View all Vitamin A products →
Vitamin A research Best Vitamin A All Vitamin A products More from Dr. Whitaker View on NIH DSLD →

This product page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before taking any supplement.