ADAM Tablets
by NOW · tablet or pill · 120 tablets
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- DSLD label 314833
- Serving 1 tablet
- 120 servings
ADAM Tablets by NOW lists 35 ingredients, 35 with an amount per serving of 1 tablet, such as 1,500 mcg of vitamin A, 125 mg of vitamin C, 12.5 mcg (500 IU) of vitamin D and 50 mg of vitamin E. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on September 25, 2024.
What is in ADAM Tablets?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 1 tablet. The capsule beside an amount places it among every product in the NIH database that lists the same ingredient: the bar is the middle half of their amounts, the line in it the median, the whiskers the 10th and 90th percentiles; the green tick is the FDA Daily Value and the red dashed tick the adult upper limit (IOM).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin Aas Beta-Carotene100% as Beta-Carotene | 1,500 mcg | 167% | |
| Vitamin Cas Calcium Ascorbate | 125 mg | 139% | Higher than 56% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das Ergocalciferol500 IU | 12.5 mcg (500 IU) | 63% | 53% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate | 50 mg | 333% | |
| Vitamin K1as Phytonadione | 17.5 mcg | 15% | 70% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K give more (median 80 mcg). |
| Thiamineas Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1 | 12.5 mg | 1,042% | Higher than 65% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 12.5 mg | 962% | Higher than 68% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas Inositol Hexanicotinate, Niacinamide, Vitamin B3 | 17.5 mg | 109% | 68% of 12,413 products listing niacin give more (median 20 mg). |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride | 12.5 mg | 735% | Higher than 67% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 (median 6 mg). |
| Folate | 340 mcg DFE | 85% | |
| Folic Acid | 200 mcg | ||
| Vitamin B12as Methylcobalamin | 125 mcg | 5,208% | Higher than 71% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotin | 150 mcg | 500% | 51% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B5 | 25 mg | 500% | Higher than 61% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). |
| Cholineas Choline Bitartrate | 12.5 mg | 2% | 78% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium Citrate | 25 mg | 2% | 88% of 17,831 products listing calcium give more (median 115 mg). |
| Iodineas Potassium Iodide | 75 mcg | 50% | 68% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium Citrate | 12.5 mg | 3% | 90% of 14,003 products listing magnesium give more (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas Zinc BisglycinateTRAACS | 15 mg | 136% | Higher than 56% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas L-Selenomethionine | 100 mcg | 182% | Higher than 65% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Copper BisglycinateTRAACS | 0.25 mg | 28% | 85% of 6,468 products listing copper give more (median 1 mg). |
| Manganeseas Manganese BisglycinateTRAACS | 1 mg | 43% | 70% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas Chromium Picolinate | 100 mcg | 286% | 47% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg). |
| Molybdenumas Sodium Molybdate | 37.5 mcg | 83% | 65% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum give more (median 50 mcg). |
| Potassiumas Potassium Chloride | 12.5 mg | 1% | 92% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg). |
| Saw Palmetto | 80 mg | 78% of 1,109 products listing saw palmetto give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Alpha Lipoic Acid | 25 mg | 68% of 2,407 products listing alpha lipoic acid give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Aloe vera leaf concentrateorganic | 25 mg | 73% of 523 products listing aloe give more (median 51 mg). | |
| Grape seed extractas Polyphenolsstandardized for polyphenols | 12.5 mg | 85% of 1,900 products listing grape give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Inositol | 12.5 mg | 71% of 4,042 products listing inositol give more (median 30 mg). | |
| CoQ10 | 7.5 mg | 91% of 2,922 products listing coenzyme Q-10 give more (median 60 mg). | |
| Trans-Resveratrolas Japanese Knotweed extract | 5 mg | 89% of 1,123 products listing resveratrol give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Lycopeneas Tomato Extract | 1.5 mg | Higher than 51% of 1,691 products listing lycopene (median 1.2 mg). | |
| FloraGLOas Lutein | 250 mcg | 85% of 2,493 products listing lutein give more (median 3 mg). | |
| Vitamin K2as Menaquinone | 22.5 mcg |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 314833 (entered September 25, 2024), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD or its label image (PDF). Amounts are what the maker printed; DSLD does not test products. Daily Values: the FDA's Daily Value page.
Is that a lot?
The rows in the top or bottom tenth of the products that list the same ingredient, and any above the adult upper limit at the most servings a day the directions give:
- 92% of the 11,614 products that print an amount of potassium list more than its 12.5 mg of potassium (median 99 mg).
- 91% of the 2,922 products that print an amount of coenzyme Q-10 list more than its 7.5 mg of CoQ10 (filed by NIH under coenzyme Q-10) (median 60 mg).
- 89% of the 1,123 products that print an amount of resveratrol list more than its 5 mg of trans-resveratrol (filed by NIH under resveratrol) (median 50 mg).
- 85% of the 2,493 products that print an amount of lutein list more than its 0.25 mg of FloraGLO (filed by NIH under lutein) (median 3 mg).
The NIH database records one serving a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for adults and children 4 or more years of age. The directions as printed are further down this page.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the most of a nutrient per day, from food, water and supplements together, that is likely to pose no risk for almost all adults (Institute of Medicine, 2011). It does not apply under medical supervision. This page compares labels; it is not medical advice.
Sources: amounts from the DSLD label; Daily Values from 21 CFR 101.9(c)(8)(iv); adult upper limits from the Institute of Medicine's DRI summary tables (2011). How positions are computed.
Which products have the closest formulas?
3 products list the very same ingredients; the nearest amounts come first.
- Ortho Multi For MenProtocol For Life Balance same ingredients
- ADAM CapsulesNOW same ingredients
- Men's 50+ MultiVitamin1-800-WellMed · off the market same ingredients
- Men's Super MultiU.S. Longevity Institute · off the market 31 shared, 86% alike
- Ortho Multi Softgels for MenProtocol For Life Balance · off the market 31 shared, 84% alike
- Men's MultiAltrum 30 shared, 78% alike
Source: ingredient lists of every product's current label in DSLD (version 9.4.0); similarity weights each shared ingredient by how rare it is.
What does the label say about taking it?
Quoted from the label as DSLD transcribed it: the maker's words, including any claim about what the product does, which the FDA has not evaluated and PlainVitamins does not endorse.
- Directions
- Suggested usage: Take 1 tablet daily with food.
- Warnings
- Caution: For adults only. Keep out of reach of children.
- Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
- This product contains Biotin which may interfere with some blood test results. Go to nowfoods.com/biotinlab for details.
- Vitamin E from non-GMO soy.
- Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients.
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 314833.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Silicon Dioxide, Vegetarian Coating.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Crescent H (Halal) GMP Quality Assured; Triangle K (Kosher).
How many labels does ADAM Tablets have?
20 labels are on file under this name since November 21, 2012: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 314833 (current) Entered September 25, 2024 · on the market · 120 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- Label 313556 Entered July 25, 2024 · on the market · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 245263 Entered April 22, 2021 · off the market February 12, 2024 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 245261 Entered April 22, 2021 · off the market February 12, 2024 · 120 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- Label 212265 Entered January 25, 2020 · off the market September 22, 2023 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 206143 Entered August 23, 2019 · off the market September 22, 2023 · 120 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- Label 206141 Entered August 23, 2019 · off the market September 25, 2019 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 69984 Entered January 25, 2017 · off the market December 6, 2018 · 120 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- Label 69983 Entered January 25, 2017 · off the market December 6, 2018 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 50147 Entered September 25, 2015 · off the market July 18, 2016 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 46492 Entered June 25, 2015 · off the market July 18, 2016 · 120 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- Label 36985 Entered October 10, 2014 · off the market May 21, 2015 · 120 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- Label 36984 Entered October 10, 2014 · off the market July 21, 2015 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 29136 Entered January 24, 2014 · off the market June 3, 2014 · 120 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- Label 29132 Entered January 24, 2014 · off the market June 3, 2014 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 29127 Entered January 24, 2014 · off the market May 7, 2013 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 15739 Entered November 21, 2012 · off the market May 7, 2013 · 120 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- Label 15738 Entered November 21, 2012 · off the market August 9, 2012 · 120 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03876 0
- Label 15733 Entered November 21, 2012 · off the market December 31, 2013 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
- Label 15732 Entered November 21, 2012 · off the market August 9, 2012 · 60 tablets · UPC 7 33739 03875 3
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names NOW FOODS (manufacturer), Bloomingdale, IL. All NOW products.