Diabetic Support Formula
by 21st Century · tablet or pill · 90 tablets
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 7 40985 22818 0
- DSLD label 11189
- Serving 3 tablets
- 30 servings
Diabetic Support Formula by 21st Century lists 34 ingredients, 34 with an amount per serving of 3 tablets, such as 5,000 IU of vitamin A, 500 mg of vitamin C, 400 IU (10 mcg) of vitamin D and 400 IU of vitamin E. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on August 24, 2012.
What is in Diabetic Support Formula?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 3 tablets. 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 Acetate, Beta-CaroteneVitamin A (Form: as Acetate, & as 20% Beta Carotene) | 5,000 IU | 100% | Higher than 55% of 5,772 products listing vitamin A (median 4,000 IU). |
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid | 500 mg | 833% | Higher than 81% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das CholecalciferolVitamin D (Form: as Cholecalciferol) | 400 IU (10 mcg) | 100% | 57% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl AcetateVitamin E (Form: as DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) | 400 IU | 1,333% | Higher than 91% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E (median 30 IU). |
| Vitamin Kas Phytonadione | 10 mcg | 12% | 95% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K give more (median 80 mcg). |
| Thiamineas Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B1 | 1.5 mg | 100% | 66% of 9,830 products listing thiamin give more (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 1.7 mg | 100% | 64% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin give more (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas NiacinamideNiacin (Form: as Niacinamide) | 20 mg | 100% | 46% of 12,413 products listing niacin give more (median 20 mg). |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B6 (Form: as Pyridoxine HCl) | 3 mg | 150% | 64% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 give more (median 6 mg). |
| Folic Acid | 800 mcg | 200% | Higher than 81% of 7,022 products listing folate (median 400 mcg). |
| Vitamin B12as CyanocobalaminVitamin B12 (Form: as Cyanocobalamin) | 25 mcg | 417% | 54% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 give more (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotin | 30 mcg | 10% | 83% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas D-Calcium PantothenatePantothenic Acid (Form: as D-Calcium Pantothenate) | 10 mg | 100% | 52% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) give more (median 12 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium PhosphateCalcium (Form: as Dicalcium Phosphate, & Calcium Carbonate) | 500 mg | 50% | Higher than 85% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg). |
| Phosphorusas Dicalcium PhosphatePhosphorus (Form: as Dicalcium Phosphate) | 48 mg | 5% | 73% of 3,786 products listing phosphorus give more (median 90 mg). |
| Iodineas Potassium IodideIodine (Form: as Potassium Iodide) | 150 mcg | 100% | 15% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium OxideMagnesium (Form: as Magnesium Oxide) | 100 mg | 25% | Higher than 51% of 14,003 products listing magnesium (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas Zinc OxideZinc (Form: as Zinc Oxide) | 15 mg | 100% | Higher than 56% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas Sodium SelenateSelenium (Form: as Sodium Selenate) | 220 mcg | 314% | Higher than 98% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Cupric OxideCopper (Form: as Cupric Oxide) | 2 mg | 100% | Higher than 66% of 6,468 products listing copper (median 1 mg). |
| Manganeseas Manganese SulfateManganese (Form: as Manganese Sulfate) | 2 mg | 100% | 38% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas Chromium Chloride, Chromium PicolinateChromium (Form: as Chromium Chloride, & Chromium Picolinate) | 350 mcg | 292% | Higher than 93% of 7,825 products listing chromium (median 100 mcg). |
| Molybdenumas Sodium MolybdateMolybdenum (Form: as Sodium Molybdate) | 75 mcg | 100% | Higher than 62% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum (median 50 mcg). |
| Chlorideas Potassium ChlorideChloride (Form: as Potassium Chloride) | 72 mg | 2% | 51% of 1,476 products listing chloride give more (median 75 mg). |
| Potassiumas Potassium ChloridePotassium (Form: as Potassium Chloride) | 80 mg | 2% | 59% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg). |
| Boronas BoratesBoron (Form: as Borates) | 150 mcg | 81% of 3,339 products listing boron give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Nickelas Nickelous SulfateNickel (Form: as Nickelous Sulfate) | 5 mcg | 9% of 317 products listing nickel give more (median 5 mcg). | |
| Siliconas Silicon DioxideSilicon (Form: as Silicon Dioxide) | 2 mg | 61% of 1,220 products listing silicon give more (median 4 mg). | |
| Vanadiumas Sodium MetavanadateVanadium (Form: as Sodium Metavanadate) | 10 mcg | 60% of 1,744 products listing vanadium give more (median 25 mcg). | |
| Lycopene | 300 mcg | 83% of 1,691 products listing lycopene give more (median 1.2 mg). | |
| Lutein | 250 mcg | 85% of 2,493 products listing lutein give more (median 3 mg). | |
| Gymnema Sylvestris Extract | 100 mg | 59% of 444 products listing gymnema give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Bitter Melon Extract | 100 mg | 52% of 273 products listing bitter melon give more (median 125 mg). | |
| Alpha Lipoic Acid | 50 mg | 47% of 2,407 products listing alpha lipoic acid give more (median 50 mg). |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 11189 (entered August 24, 2012), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD. 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:
- Its 400 IU of vitamin E is higher than 91% of the 6,459 vitamin E products that print an amount; 120 list more.
- 95% of the 4,607 products that print an amount of vitamin K list more than its 10 mcg of vitamin K (median 80 mcg).
- 83% of the 9,447 products that print an amount of biotin list more than its 30 mcg of biotin (median 200 mcg).
- Its 220 mcg of selenium is higher than 98% of the 7,658 selenium products that print an amount; 169 list more.
- Its 350 mcg of chromium is higher than 93% of the 7,825 chromium products that print an amount; 572 list more.
- 81% of the 3,339 products that print an amount of boron list more than its 0.15 mg of boron (median 1 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?
The products whose ingredient lists overlap most with Diabetic Support Formula's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Diabetic MultiBronson 32 shared, 90% alike
- Complete Senior Formula Iron FreeSunmark 31 shared, 86% alike
- Milltrium Senior with Lutein & LycopeneWindmill · off the market 31 shared, 86% alike
- Central Vite-SelectEqualine 31 shared, 86% alike
- Central Vite SelectLongs Wellness · off the market 31 shared, 86% alike
- Adult Multi Mature365 Everyday Value · off the market 31 shared, 86% 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
- DIRECTIONS: As a dietary supplement, adults take three (3) tablets daily, preferably with food, or as directed by a health care provider. Do not exceed recommended dosage.
- Warnings
- Warning: This product contains Vitamin E. Consult your physician before using this product if you are taking medication, facing surgery, or have bleeding problems. This product contains Chromium Picolinate do not exceed recommended dose.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not use if product appears to be tampered with or seal is broken.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- No Sugar, Salt, Yeast, Preservatives, Artificial Flavors.
- Storage
- Store at room temperature.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 11189.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Starch, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): LABORATORY TESTED GUARANTEED; CURRENT GOOD MFG PRACTICES COMPLIANT cCGMP; MADE IN USA.
How many labels does Diabetic Support Formula have?
One label is on file, entered on August 24, 2012.
- Label 11189 (current) Entered August 24, 2012 · on the market · 90 tablets · UPC 7 40985 22818 0
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names 21st Century HealthCare, Inc. (manufacturer), Tempe, AZ. All 21st Century products.