Mega Men Multivitamin
by GNC Mega Men · other (e.g. tea bag) · 60 beige caplets
- On the market (NIH)
- DSLD label 315818
- Serving 2 beige caplets
- 30 servings
Mega Men Multivitamin by GNC Mega Men lists 54 ingredients, 35 with an amount per serving of 2 beige caplets, such as 1,500 mcg RAE of vitamin A, 300 mg of vitamin C, 50 mcg (2,000 IU) of vitamin D and 20.1 mg of vitamin E; 19 sit inside a blend without their own amounts. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on October 24, 2024.
What is in Mega Men 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% as beta-carotene, 50% as 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 | 50 mcg (2,000 IU) | 250% | Higher than 81% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate | 20.1 mg | 134% | |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate | 20.1 mg | 134% | |
| Vitamin Kas Phytonadione | 80 mcg | 67% | 37% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K give more (median 80 mcg). |
| Thiaminas Thiamine Mononitrate | 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). |
| 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). |
| Fruit & Vegetable Blend | 62.5 mg | ||
| Orange, Powderas Citrus Sinensis, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Spinach, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Elderberry, Powderas Sambucus nigra, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Acai Juice, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Blueberry, Powderas Vaccinium corymbosum, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pomegranate, Powderas Punica granatum, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Broccoli, Powderas Brassica oleracea, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Tomato, Powderas Lycopersicon esculentum, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cranberry, Powderas Vaccinium macrocarpon, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pomegranate, Powderas Punica granatum, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Grape, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Carrot, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Papaya, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pineapple, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cauliflower, Powderas Brassica oleracea var. botrytis, Brassica oleracea var. botrytis | in the blend, no amount given |
Show the other 15 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kale, Powderas Brassica oleracea, Powder, Brassica oleracea, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Kale, Powderas Brassica oleracea, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Apple, Powderas Malus domestica, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Kiwi, Powderas Actinidia deliciosa, Powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| 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). | |
| Silicaas Silicon Dioxide | 4 mg | 44% of 1,220 products listing silicon give more (median 4 mg). | |
| Saw Palmetto Berry Extractas Serenoa repens Berry Extract | 3 mg | over 99% of 1,109 products listing saw palmetto give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Pumpkin, Powder | 3 mg | 98% of 294 products listing pumpkin give more (median 80 mg). | |
| Boronas Sodium Borate | 2 mg | Higher than 64% of 3,339 products listing boron (median 1 mg). | |
| Luteinas Marigold Flower Extract | 0 mg | ||
| Lycopene | 1 mg | 50% of 1,691 products listing lycopene give more (median 1.2 mg). | |
| Zeaxanthinas Zeaxanthin Isomers | 400 mcg | 70% of 1,215 products listing zeaxanthin give more (median 1 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). |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 315818 (entered October 24, 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:
- 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.
- over 99% of the 1,109 products that print an amount of saw palmetto list more than its 3 mg of saw palmetto (median 200 mg).
- 98% of the 294 products that print an amount of pumpkin list more than its 3 mg of pumpkin (median 80 mg).
- 80% of the 955 products that print an amount of astaxanthin list more than its 0.05 mg of astaxanthin (median 1 mg).
- 60% of the 1,744 products that print an amount of vanadium list more than its 10 mcg of vanadium (median 25 mcg).
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 Mega Men Multivitamin's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Women's MultivitaminSpring Valley 48 shared, 90% alike
- MultivitaminGNC 49 shared, 84% alike
- Mega MenGNC Mega Men 50 shared, 84% alike
- Women's Ultra MegaGNC Women's Ultra Mega 48 shared, 81% alike
- Multivitamin Ultra MegaGNC Women's 48 shared, 81% alike
- Women's Ultra Mega MultivitaminGNC Women's Ultra Mega 48 shared, 81% 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
- Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery. Inform your physician of this product's biotin content before any lab test. Niacin may cause a temporary flushing reaction.
- Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Contains: Soybeans, fish (Anchovy, mackerel, sardine, whiting, pollock, smelt, salmon, tuna, cod or a combination thereof). Contains a bioengineered food ingredent.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- No artificial flavors.
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 315818.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Cellulose, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Butylated Hydroxyanisole/Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Calcium Silicate, Caramel, Choline Bitartrate, Corn Starch, Dextrin, Gelatin, Glucose Syrup, Gum Arabic, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Maltodextrin, Mannitol, Medium Chain Triglyceride, Methylcellulose, Starch, Modified, Natural Flavors, Polyethylene Glycol, Polyglycerol Fatty Acid Esters, Polysaccharides, Sodium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Steviol Glycosides, Sugar, Talc, Titanium Dioxide, Tocopherols, Tricalcium Phosphate, Vegetable Oil.
How many labels does Mega Men Multivitamin have?
20 labels are on file under this name since May 23, 2014: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 315818 (current) Entered October 24, 2024 · on the market · 60 beige caplets
- Label 315852 Entered September 25, 2024 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 315844 Entered September 25, 2024 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 315091 Entered May 23, 2024 · on the market · 60 beige caplets
- Label 304642 Entered April 23, 2024 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 276844 Entered September 22, 2022 · off the market December 18, 2023 · 30 packs
- Label 259815 Entered January 22, 2022 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 219028 Entered June 24, 2020 · off the market December 13, 2022 · 30 packs
- Label 219012 Entered June 24, 2020 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 219004 Entered June 24, 2020 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 211346 Entered January 25, 2020 · off the market April 16, 2020 · 30 packs
- Label 79693 Entered October 21, 2017 · off the market April 16, 2020 · 30 packs
- Label 79295 Entered October 21, 2017 · off the market April 16, 2020 · 30 packs
- Label 69703 Entered January 25, 2017 · off the market September 3, 2021 · 30 packs
- Label 69273 Entered January 25, 2017 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 68947 Entered December 23, 2016 · off the market August 22, 2017 · 30 packs
- Label 66727 Entered November 21, 2016 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 66658 Entered November 21, 2016 · off the market September 26, 2017 · 30 packs
- Label 66428 Entered November 21, 2016 · on the market · 30 packs
- Label 33588 Entered May 23, 2014 · on the market · 30 packs
DSLD also links this label to: Healthy Hormone Formula (package size difference, same product), Prostate Health (package size difference, same product), Circulatory Health (package size difference, same product).
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.