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Active-C 500 mg

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This product looks safe

  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 40% of ingredients have research evidence
A Label Compliance Grade

What the Evidence Says

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This formula combines Vitamin C, zinc, and minerals to support immune function and metabolic processes, supported by strong clinical evidence. Black pepper extract is included to potentially enhance nutrient absorption. Overall evidence coverage for this specific combination is limited, though individual ingredients are well-researched.

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

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Label for Active-C 500 mg
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Label Data

1 Tablet(s)
Serving Size
Botanical with Nutrients
Product Type
40%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Vitamin C
500 mg (556% DV)
Calcium
60 mg (5% DV)
10 mg (2% DV)
Market median: 500.0mg (1 products) 316 studies (A:8, B:159)
2 mg (18% DV)
Within RDA (0.2× RDA) 263 studies (A:6, B:134)
Black Pepper 12:1 extract
5 mg

Other Ingredients

Microcrystalline Cellulose Stearic Acid Croscarmellose Sodium Silicon Dioxide Magnesium Stearate Hypromellose Polydextrose Titanium Dioxide Riboflavin Magnesium Silicate Maltodextrin Medium Chain Triglycerides natural Vanilla flavor
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified All Other
Unverified Qualified Health
Unverified Structure/Function
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) tablet daily, preferably with a meal.

Warnings & Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Tamper evident Do not use if outer seal is broken or missing.

Warning: Consult your healthcare provider prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have any medical conditions.

Formulation Notes

Gluten free Dairy free Soy free Nut free

Does Not Contain: Wheat, gluten, sugar, salt, soy, dairy, fish.

Additional Information

Immunity Antioxidant Vitamin

Actual size

Store in a cool, dry place.

Some scientific evidence suggests that consumption of antioxidant vitamins may reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer. However, FDA has determined that this evidence is limited and not conclusive.

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Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU7 66536 02591 6
DSLD Entry Date2017-11-20
Product TypeBotanical with Nutrients
FormTablet or Pill
DSLD ID80303
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

371
Research Sources
54
Avg Quality
148
Meta Analysis
82
Systematic Review
71
Rct
62
Clinical Trial
2
Regulatory Source
1
Cochrane Review
1
Narrative Review
1
Other
1
Openfda Safety
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A Vitamin E supplementation in pregnancy
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A Vitamin C supplementation for prevention and treatment of pneumonia
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2020 PubMed DOI
A Vitamin C supplementation for prevention and treatment of pneumonia
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A Nutritional interventions for preventing and treating pressure ulcers
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2024 PubMed DOI
A Does Vitamin C Supplementation Provide a Protective Effect in Periodontal Health? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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Meta Analysis BMC medicine 2021 PubMed DOI
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