MediClear-SGS Vanilla
by Thorne Research · powder · 0.8 oz.
- Off the market since January 2018 (NIH)
- UPC 6 93749 00616 9
- DSLD label 82006
- Serving 25.5 g (1 packet, LQ is "1 half serving")
MediClear-SGS Vanilla by Thorne Research lists 52 ingredients, 44 with an amount per serving of 25.5 g, such as 2,500 IU of vitamin A, 150 mg of vitamin C, 200 IU (5 mcg) of vitamin D and 60 IU of vitamin E; 8 sit inside a blend without their own amounts, beside 9 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on December 22, 2017.
What is in MediClear-SGS Vanilla?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 25.5 g. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 Calories | ||
| Calories from Fat | 25 Calories | ||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 4% | Higher than 70% of 11,965 products listing fat (unspecified) (median 1.5 g). |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% | 34% of 5,234 products listing saturated fat give more (median 1 g). |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5 g | 2% | Higher than 65% of 21,979 products listing carbohydrate (median 3 g). |
| Sugar | 3 g | Higher than 53% of 11,807 products listing sugar (median 2 g). | |
| Dietary Fiber | 500 mg | 2% | 96% of 6,987 products listing fiber give more (median 2 g). |
| Protein | 10 g | 20% | 57% of 8,985 products listing protein give more (median 16 g). |
| Vitamin A | 2,500 IU | 50% | 59% of 5,772 products listing vitamin A give more (median 4,000 IU). |
| Beta-Carotene | 1,500 IU | ||
| Vitamin A Palmitate | 1,000 IU | ||
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid | 150 mg | 250% | Higher than 58% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das Vitamin D3Vitamin D (Form: as Vitamin D3) | 200 IU (5 mcg) | 50% | 83% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin E | 60 IU | 200% | Higher than 65% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E (median 30 IU). |
| Mixed Tocopherols | 35 IU | ||
| D-Alpha-Tocopherol | 25 IU | ||
| Thiamineas Thiamine HydrochlorideThiamin (Form: as Thiamin HCl) | 6 mg | 400% | Higher than 55% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate SodiumRiboflavin (Form: as Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate Sodium) | 2.5 mg | 147% | 58% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin give more (median 4 mg). |
| Niacin | 19 mg | 95% | 66% of 12,413 products listing niacin give more (median 20 mg). |
| Niacinamide | 15 mg | ||
| Niacin | 4 mg | ||
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxal 5-PhosphateVitamin B6 (Form: as Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate) | 5 mg | 250% | 51% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 give more (median 6 mg). |
| Folateas L-5-MethyltetrahydrofolateFolate (Form: as L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate (Form: from L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid, Glucosamine Salt) (Alt. Name: Quatrefolic)) | 150 mcg | 38% | 83% of 7,022 products listing folate give more (median 400 mcg). |
| Vitamin B12as MethylcobalaminVitamin B12 (Form: as Methylcobalamin) | 25 mcg | 417% | 54% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 give more (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotin | 75 mcg | 25% | 68% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas Calcium PantothenatePantothenic Acid (Form: as Calcium Pantothenate) | 25 mg | 250% | Higher than 61% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium CitrateCalcium (Form: as Calcium Citrate) | 150 mg | 15% | Higher than 58% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium CitrateMagnesium (Form: as Magnesium Citrate) | 75 mg | 19% | 52% of 14,003 products listing magnesium give more (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas TRAACS Zinc Bisglycinate ChelateZinc (Form: as TRAACS Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate) | 5 mg | 34% | 72% of 13,186 products listing zinc give more (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas L-SelenomethionineSelenium (Form: as L-Selenomethionine) | 35 mcg | 50% | 68% of 7,658 products listing selenium give more (median 55 mcg). |
| Manganeseas TRAACS Manganese Bisglycinate ChelateManganese (Form: as TRAACS Manganese Bisglycinate Chelate) | 750 mcg | 38% | 83% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas TRAACS Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate ChelateChromium (Form: as TRAACS Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate) | 50 mcg | 42% | 67% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg). |
| Molybdenumas TRAACS Molybdenum Glycinate ChelateMolybdenum (Form: as TRAACS Molybdenum Glycinate Chelate) | 25 mcg | 34% | 72% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum give more (median 50 mcg). |
| Sodiumas Sodium Chloride, Sodium CitrateSodium (Form: as Sodium Chloride, and Sodium Citrate) | 100 mg | 4% | Higher than 63% of 14,514 products listing sodium (median 55 mg). |
| Potassiumas Potassium CitratePotassium (Form: as Potassium Citrate) | 50 mg | 2% | 72% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg). |
| Proprietary Blend | 12.77 g | ||
| Pea Protein isolate | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Rice Protein | in the blend, no amount given |
Show the other 24 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| GlycineGlycine Note: Added Amino Acids. | 825 mg | Higher than 74% of 1,078 products listing glycine (median 300 mg). | |
| Medium Chain Triglycerides | 750 mg | 70% of 559 products listing medium chain triglycerides give more (median 1.5 g). | |
| L-GlutamineL-Glutamine Note: Added Amino Acids. | 250 mg | 77% of 1,850 products listing glutamine give more (median 1 g). | |
| L-Lysineas L-Lysine MonohydrochlorideL-Lysine (Form: as L-Lysine Monohydrochloride) Note: Added Amino Acids. | 250 mg | 63% of 1,250 products listing lysine give more (median 500 mg). | |
| Curcumin Phytosome Complex | 200 mg | 42% of 550 products listing curcumin give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Curcuma longa extract | no amount given | ||
| Phosphatidylcholineas SunflowerPhosphatidylcholine (Form: from Sunflower) | no amount given | ||
| Milk Thistle extract | 125 mg | 62% of 1,277 products listing milk thistle give more (median 175 mg). | |
| TaurineTaurine Note: Added Amino Acids. | 55 mg | 87% of 2,337 products listing taurine give more (median 500 mg). | |
| Methyl Sulfonyl Methane | 50 mg | 89% of 1,454 products listing methylsulfonylmethane give more (median 500 mg). | |
| Grape seed Phytosome Complex | 25 mg | 69% of 1,900 products listing grape give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Vitis vinifera extract | no amount given | ||
| Phosphatidylcholineas SunflowerPhosphatidylcholine (Form: from Sunflower) | no amount given | ||
| Green Tea Phytosome Complex | 25 mg | 86% of 2,595 products listing green tea give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Camellia sinensis extract | no amount given | ||
| Phosphatidylcholineas SunflowerPhosphatidylcholine (Form: from Sunflower) | no amount given | ||
| Betaine Anhydrousas Trimethylglycine | 25 mg | 97% of 860 products listing betaine anhydrous give more (median 1.5 g). | |
| N-Acetyl-L-CysteineN-Acetyl-L-Cysteine Note: Added Amino Acids. | 25 mg | 89% of 1,259 products listing N-acetyl cysteine give more (median 150 mg). | |
| Choline Citrate | 15 mg | 3%* | 76% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg). |
| Sulforaphane Glucosinolateas Broccoli extractSulforaphane Glucosinolate (Form: from Broccoli extract PlantPart: seed Genus: Brassica Species: oleracea SubSpecies: italica) (Alt. Name: TrueBroc) | 15 mg | 67% of 79 products listing glucoraphanin give more (median 30 mg). | |
| GlutathioneGlutathione Note: (reduced) (Added Amino Acids.) | 12.5 mg | 73% of 717 products listing glutathione give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Boronas Bororganic Boron Glycinate ComplexBoron (Form: as Bororganic Boron Glycinate Complex) | 50 mcg | 96% of 3,339 products listing boron give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Luteinas Aztec Marigold extractLutein (Form: from Aztec Marigold extract PlantPart: flower Genus: Tagetes Species: erecta) | 30 mcg | 98% of 2,493 products listing lutein give more (median 3 mg). | |
| Vanadiumas Vanadium CitrateVanadium (Form: as Vanadium Citrate) | 25 mcg | 44% of 1,744 products listing vanadium give more (median 25 mcg). |
* % Daily Value computed from the printed amount and the FDA Daily Value (21 CFR 101.9); the label prints none for that row.
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 82006 (entered December 22, 2017), 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:
- 89% of the 1,454 products that print an amount of methylsulfonylmethane list more than its 50 mg of methyl sulfonyl methane (filed by NIH under methylsulfonylmethane) (median 500 mg).
- 86% of the 2,595 products that print an amount of green tea list more than its 25 mg of green tea (median 100 mg).
- 97% of the 860 products that print an amount of betaine anhydrous list more than its 0.025 g of betaine anhydrous (median 1.5 g).
- 89% of the 1,259 products that print an amount of N-acetyl cysteine list more than its 25 mg of N-acetyl-L-cysteine (filed by NIH under N-acetyl cysteine) (median 150 mg).
- 96% of the 3,339 products that print an amount of boron list more than its 0.05 mg of boron (median 1 mg).
- 98% of the 2,493 products that print an amount of lutein list more than its 0.03 mg of 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?
1 product lists the very same ingredients; the nearest amounts come first.
- Mediclear-SGS Vanilla FlavoredThorne Research · off the market same ingredients
- MediClear-SGSLife Time Fitness · off the market 50 shared, 90% alike
- MediClear-SGS Chocolate FlavoredThorne Research · off the market 48 shared, 85% alike
- MediClearThorne Research · off the market 46 shared, 84% alike
- MediClear-SGS Vanilla FlavoredThorne 45 shared, 84% alike
- MediClear-SGS Chocolate FlavoredThorne 46 shared, 84% 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 Use: For adults and children 12 or more years of age. Mix one packet (one half serving) with 4-6 ounces of cold water, vegetable or fruit juice, rice milk, or nut milk as recommended by your health-care practitioner.
- It is intended to be utilized in conjunction with a complete dietary program.
- Warnings
- Contains ingredients derived from soy (grape seed phytosome).
- Do not use in diets supplying less than 600 calories per day without complete medical supervision. Tamper Evident: Use only if packet is sealed.
- If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.
- Storage
- Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 82006.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Flavors, Cane Juice Sugar, Evaporated, Rice Bran, Stevia extract.
How many labels does MediClear-SGS Vanilla have?
3 labels are on file under this name since September 22, 2016: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 82006 (current) Entered December 22, 2017 · off the market January 11, 2018 · 0.8 oz. · UPC 6 93749 00616 9
- Label 64518 Entered September 22, 2016 · off the market May 30, 2017 · 0.8 oz. · UPC 6 93749 00616 9
- Label 64414 Entered September 22, 2016 · off the market May 26, 2017 · 37.8 oz. · UPC 6 93749 00615 2
DSLD also links this label to: MediClear-SGS Chocolate (flavor difference), MediClear-SGS Chocolate (flavor difference), MediClear-SGS Chocolate Flavored (flavor difference), MediClear-SGS Chocolate Flavored (flavor difference), MediClear-SGS Vanilla Flavored (flavor difference), MediClear-SGS Vanilla Flavored (image difference, same product), MediClear-SGS Chocolate Flavored (flavor difference).
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Thorne Research, Inc. (distributor), Dover, Idaho. All Thorne Research products.