Mega Vita-Min Timed Release
by Vitamin World · other (e.g. tea bag) · 200 coated caplets
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 0 74312 74214 9
- DSLD label 63074
- Serving 1 caplet
Mega Vita-Min Timed Release by Vitamin World lists 39 ingredients, 34 with an amount per serving of 1 caplet, such as 8,000 IU of vitamin A, 250 mg of vitamin C, 400 IU (10 mcg) of vitamin D and 125 IU of vitamin E; 5 sit inside a blend without their own amounts. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on July 25, 2016.
What is in Mega Vita-Min Timed Release?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 1 caplet. 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 Retinyl PalmitateVitamin A (Form: as Retinyl Palmitate) | 8,000 IU | 160% | Higher than 81% of 5,772 products listing vitamin A (median 4,000 IU). |
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid | 250 mg | 417% | Higher than 68% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das Cholecalciferol, Vitamin D3Vitamin D (Form: as D3 (Alt. Name: 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) | 125 IU | 417% | Higher than 79% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E (median 30 IU). |
| Thiamineas Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B1Thiamin (Form: as Thiamin Mononitrate) (Alt. Name: Vitamin B-1) | 80 mg | 5,333% | Higher than 93% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 80 mg | 4,706% | Higher than 95% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas NiacinamideNiacin (Form: as Niacinamide) | 80 mg | 400% | Higher than 87% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg). 2.3 times the adult UL a day. |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B-6 (Form: as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 80 mg | 4,000% | Higher than 95% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 (median 6 mg). |
| Folic Acid | 400 mcg | 100% | 24% of 7,022 products listing folate give more (median 400 mcg). |
| Vitamin B12as CyanocobalaminVitamin B-12 (Form: as Cyanocobalamin) | 80 mcg | 1,333% | Higher than 60% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotinas D-BiotinBiotin (Form: as D-Biotin) | 80 mcg | 27% | 67% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas D-Calcium PantothenatePantothenic Acid (Form: as D-Calcium Pantothenate) | 80 mg | 800% | Higher than 85% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium Carbonate, Calcium D-PantothenateCalcium (Form: as Calcium Carbonate, and D-Calcium Pantothenate) | 15 mg | 2% | 94% of 17,831 products listing calcium give more (median 115 mg). |
| Ironas Ferrous GluconateIron (Form: as Ferrous Gluconate) | 2 mg | 11% | 66% of 6,910 products listing iron give more (median 5 mg). |
| Iodineas KelpIodine (Form: as Kelp) | 150 mcg | 100% | 15% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium OxideMagnesium (Form: as Magnesium Oxide) | 6 mg | 2% | 96% of 14,003 products listing magnesium give more (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas Zinc GluconateZinc (Form: as Zinc Gluconate) | 1.4 mg | 9% | 95% of 13,186 products listing zinc give more (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas Sodium SelenateSelenium (Form: as Sodium Selenate) | 25 mcg | 36% | 75% of 7,658 products listing selenium give more (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Copper GluconateCopper (Form: as Copper Gluconate) | 0.07 mg | 4% | 95% of 6,468 products listing copper give more (median 1 mg). |
| Manganeseas Manganese GluconateManganese (Form: as Manganese Gluconate) | 0.12 mg | 6% | 96% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas Chromium PicolinateChromium (Form: as Chromium Picolinate) | 25 mcg | 21% | 83% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg). |
| Molybdenumas Sodium MolybdateMolybdenum (Form: as Sodium Molybdate) | 25 mcg | 33% | 72% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum give more (median 50 mcg). |
| Potassiumas Potassium GluconatePotassium (Form: as Potassium Gluconate) | 1.6 mg | 1% | This amount is far outside what other labels list for potassium, or disagrees with the label's own %DV: possibly a unit or transcription slip in the database. Check the label image on DSLD. |
| Choline Bitartrate | 80 mg | 15%* | Higher than 71% of 4,738 products listing choline (median 40 mg). |
| Inositol | 80 mg | Higher than 75% of 4,042 products listing inositol (median 30 mg). | |
| Paba | 80 mg | Higher than 85% of 1,610 products listing PABA (median 25 mg). | |
| Rutin | 80 mg | Higher than 84% of 1,232 products listing rutin (median 25 mg). | |
| Citrus Bioflavonoid Complexas Citrus spp. | 25 mg | 66% of 2,343 products listing flavonoid give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Betaine Hydrochloride | 25 mg | 58% of 914 products listing betaine hydrochloride give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Hesperidin Complexas Citrus sinensis | 5 mg | ||
| deodorized Garlic | 1 mg | 98% of 1,075 products listing garlic give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Rose Hips | 0.6 mg | This amount is far outside what other labels list for dog rose, or disagrees with the label's own %DV: possibly a unit or transcription slip in the database. Check the label image on DSLD. | |
| Boronas Sodium BorateBoron (Form: as Sodium Borate) | 0.5 mg | 65% of 3,339 products listing boron give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Coenzyme Q-10 | 500 mcg | 98% of 2,922 products listing coenzyme Q-10 give more (median 60 mg). | |
| Pycnogenol | 500 mcg | 96% of 215 products listing maritime pine give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Proprietary Blend (Herb/Botanical)Proprietary Blend (Herb/Botanical) Note: Contains | 4 mg | ||
| Alfalfa | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Watercress | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Parsley | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Rice Bran | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Soy Lecithin | in the blend, no amount given |
* % 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 63074 (entered July 25, 2016), 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 80 mg of thiamin is higher than 93% of the 9,830 thiamin products that print an amount; 617 list more.
- Its 80 mg of riboflavin is higher than 95% of the 9,824 riboflavin products that print an amount; 438 list more.
- At 1 serving a day, the most its directions give, the label lists 80 mg of niacin, 2.3 times the adult Tolerable Upper Intake Level.
- Its 80 mg of vitamin B6 is higher than 95% of the 15,277 vitamin B6 products that print an amount; 671 list more.
- 94% of the 17,831 products that print an amount of calcium list more than its 15 mg of calcium (median 115 mg).
- 96% of the 14,003 products that print an amount of magnesium list more than its 6 mg of magnesium (median 86 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 Mega Vita-Min Timed Release's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Mega Vita-MinRadiance 38 shared, 90% alike
- Time Release Mega Vita-MinRadiance 38 shared, 89% alike
- Mega Vita-MinVitamin World 38 shared, 89% alike
- Formula 100Puritan's Pride 33 shared, 72% alike
- MultiLogics Iron-Free Once Daily FormulaPhysioLogics · off the market 32 shared, 70% alike
- Formula V VM-75 TMSolgar · off the market 33 shared, 69% 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: For adults, take one (1) caplet daily, preferably with a meal. This formula provides the benefits of its ingredients over a prolonged period of time
- Warnings
- Contains soy ingredients.
- Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications, planning any medical or surgical procedure or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
- Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
- Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.
- Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
- Warning: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under six. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- No Artificial Color or Flavor, No Sugar, No Milk, No Lactose, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish.
- Storage
- Store at room temperature.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 63074.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose, Contains <2% of:.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Quality Assured.
How many labels does Mega Vita-Min Timed Release have?
One label is on file, entered on July 25, 2016.
- Label 63074 (current) Entered July 25, 2016 · on the market · 200 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 74214 9
DSLD also links this label to: Mega Vita-Min (image difference, same product), Mega Vita-Min (package size difference, same product), Mega Vita-Min (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 Vitamin World, Inc. (distributor), Holbrook, NY, U.S.A.. All Vitamin World products.