Mega Men 50 Plus Multivitamin
by GNC Mega Men · other (e.g. tea bag) · 30 packs
- On the market (NIH)
- DSLD label 259831
- Serving 2 beige caplets
- 30 servings
Mega Men 50 Plus Multivitamin by GNC Mega Men lists 44 ingredients, 44 with an amount per serving of 2 beige caplets, such as 1,500 mcg RAE of vitamin A, 300 mg of vitamin C, 40 mcg (1,600 IU) of vitamin D and 20.1 mcg of vitamin E. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on April 11, 2022.
What is in Mega Men 50 Plus Multivitamin?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 2 beige caplets. 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-Carotene, Retinyl Acetate50% Beta-Carotene, 50% Retinyl Acetate | 1,500 mcg RAE | 167% | |
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate | 300 mg | 333% | Higher than 75% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das Cholecalciferol | 40 mcg (1,600 IU) | 200% | Higher than 79% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate | 20.1 mcg | 134% | |
| Vitamin Kas Phytonadione | 80 mcg | 67% | 37% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K give more (median 80 mcg). |
| Thiamineas Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B1 | 50 mg | 4,167% | Higher than 82% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 50 mg | 3,846% | Higher than 86% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas Niacin, Niacinamide | 50 mg | 313% | Higher than 75% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg). 1.4 times the adult UL a day. |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride | 50 mg | 2,941% | Higher than 87% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 (median 6 mg). |
| Folate | 680 mcg DFE | 170% | |
| Folic Acid | 400 mcg | ||
| Vitamin B12as Cyanocobalamin | 50 mcg | 2,083% | Higher than 51% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotin | 300 mcg | 1,000% | Higher than 53% of 9,447 products listing biotin (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas Calcium D-Pantothenate | 50 mg | 1,000% | Higher than 72% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). |
| Cholineas Choline Bitartrate | 10 mg | 2% | 80% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium D-Pantothenate | 200 mg | 15% | Higher than 64% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg). |
| Iodineas Potassium Iodide | 150 mcg | 100% | 15% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium Oxide | 100 mg | 24% | Higher than 51% of 14,003 products listing magnesium (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas Zinc Oxide | 25 mg | 227% | Higher than 85% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas L-Selenomethionine | 200 mcg | 364% | Higher than 82% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Cupric Sulfate | 2 mg | 222% | Higher than 66% of 6,468 products listing copper (median 1 mg). |
| Manganeseas Manganese Sulfate | 2 mg | 87% | 38% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas Chromium Chloride | 120 mcg | 343% | Higher than 54% of 7,825 products listing chromium (median 100 mcg). |
| Molybdenumas Sodium Molybdate | 75 mcg | 167% | Higher than 62% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum (median 50 mcg). |
| Saw Palmetto Berry Extract, Powderas Serenoa repens Berry Extract, Powder | 130 mg | 67% of 1,109 products listing saw palmetto give more (median 200 mg). | |
| L-Arginineas L-Arginine Hydrochloride | 100 mg | 79% of 1,455 products listing arginine give more (median 500 mg). | |
| Alpha Lipoic Acid | 25 mg | 68% of 2,407 products listing alpha lipoic acid give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Inositol | 10 mg | 72% of 4,042 products listing inositol give more (median 30 mg). | |
| Pumpkin seed powder | 10 mg | 87% of 294 products listing pumpkin give more (median 80 mg). | |
| Ginkgo biloba powder | 7.5 mg | 95% of 1,339 products listing ginkgo give more (median 60 mg). | |
| Silicaas Silicon Dioxide | 4 mg | 44% of 1,220 products listing silicon give more (median 4 mg). | |
| Boronas Sodium Borate | 2 mg | Higher than 64% of 3,339 products listing boron (median 1 mg). | |
| Luteinas Marigold Flower Extract | 2 mg | 52% of 2,493 products listing lutein give more (median 3 mg). | |
| Bacopa monnieri leaf extract | 1.5 mg | over 99% of 481 products listing bacopa give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Grape Seed Extractas Polyphenols | 1 mg | 98% of 1,900 products listing grape give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Resveratrol | 1 mg | 96% of 1,123 products listing resveratrol give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Lycopene | 1 mg | 50% of 1,691 products listing lycopene give more (median 1.2 mg). | |
| Phosphatidyl Serine | 1 mg | 99% of 641 products listing phosphatidylserine give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Zeaxanthinas Zeaxanthin Isomers | 400 mcg | 70% of 1,215 products listing zeaxanthin give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Turmeric rhizome extractas Curcumin20% Curcuminoids | 500 mcg | 99% of 2,369 products listing turmeric give more (median 150 mg). | |
| Curcuminoids20% | 100 mcg | 97% of 309 products listing curcuminoid give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Astaxanthinas Haematococcus pluvialis | 50 mcg | 80% of 955 products listing astaxanthin give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Vanadiumas Sodium Metavanadate | 10 mcg | 60% of 1,744 products listing vanadium give more (median 25 mcg). | |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 10 mcg | 47% of 73 products listing cryptoxanthin give more (median 10 mcg). |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 259831 (entered April 11, 2022), 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:
- At 1 serving a day, the most its directions give, the label lists 50 mg of niacin, 1.4 times the adult Tolerable Upper Intake Level.
- 87% of the 294 products that print an amount of pumpkin list more than its 10 mg of pumpkin (median 80 mg).
- 95% of the 1,339 products that print an amount of ginkgo list more than its 7.5 mg of ginkgo (median 60 mg).
- over 99% of the 481 products that print an amount of bacopa list more than its 1.5 mg of bacopa (median 200 mg).
- 98% of the 1,900 products that print an amount of grape list more than its 1 mg of grape (median 50 mg).
- 96% of the 1,123 products that print an amount of resveratrol list more than its 1 mg of resveratrol (median 50 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.
- 50 PlusGNC Mega Men same ingredients
- 50 PlusGNC Women's Ultra Mega 39 shared, 74% alike
- 50 Plus MultivitaminGNC Mega Men 36 shared, 74% alike
- Women's Ultra Mega 50 Plus MultivitaminGNC Women's Ultra Mega 38 shared, 72% alike
- Women's Multivitamin 50 PlusGNC Women's 39 shared, 70% alike
- Women's Ultra Mega Active Multivitamin without IronGNC AMP Advanced Muscle Performance 36 shared, 68% 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, take the contents of one pack daily with food.
- Warnings
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Warning: Cancer and reproductive harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
- Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery. Inform your physician of this product's biotin content before any lab test. Niacin may cause flushing.
- Contains: Soybeans and fish (anchovy, mackerel, sardine, smelt, salmon, tuna, cod or a combination thereof).
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- No artificial flavors, gluten free. GF Gluten Free
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 259831.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose, Maltodextrin, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Hydroxypropylcellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Stearic Acid, Food Starch, Mannitol, Gelatin, Corn Starch, Sugar, Calcium Silicate, natural Vanilla Mint flavor, Sodium Ascorbate, DL-Alpha Tocopherol, Methylcellulose, Glucose Syrup, Stevia leaf extract, Vegetable oil, BHT, BHA, Povidone, mixed Tocopherols, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Titanium Dioxide, Caramel color, Gum Arabic, Polyethylene Glycol, Talc, Tricalcium Phosphate, Paprika Extract, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Polyglycerol Fatty Acid Esters, Polysorbate, Sodium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose.
How many labels does Mega Men 50 Plus Multivitamin have?
2 labels are on file under this name since January 25, 2017: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 259831 (current) Entered April 11, 2022 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 69694 Entered January 25, 2017 · on the market · 30 packs
DSLD also links this label to: Mega Men 50 Plus (image difference, same product), Mega Men 50 Plus (package size difference, same product), Mega Men 50 Plus (package size difference, same product), High Potency EPA & DHA (bundle set), Mental Sharpness Support (bundle set), Healthy Aging Antioxidant Support (bundle set), Men's Prostate Formula (bundle set).
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names GNC Holdings, LLC (distributor), Pittsburgh, PA. All GNC Mega Men products.