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Prenatal Essentials

by XYMOGEN · capsule · 150 vegetarian capsules

  • Off the market since April 2025 (NIH)
  • UPC 7 22537 51160 5
  • DSLD label 303823
  • Serving 5 capsules
  • 30 servings

Prenatal Essentials by XYMOGEN lists 24 ingredients, 24 with an amount per serving of 5 capsules, such as 1,500 mcg of vitamin A, 100 mg of vitamin C, 50 mcg (2,000 IU) of vitamin D3 and 134 mg of vitamin E. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on February 22, 2024.

What is in Prenatal Essentials?

Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 5 capsules. 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).

Prenatal Essentials: Supplement Facts rows against the market (DSLD label 303823, January 2026 release)
IngredientAmount% DVAmong products listing it
Vitamin Aas Beta-Carotene, Natural, Retinyl Palmitate60% Natural Beta-carotene, 40% Retinyl palmitate1,500 mcg115%
Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid100 mg83%Vitamin C in Prenatal Essentials against 18,583 products100 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 60 mg to 270 mg, the median 100 mg.DV 90 mgUL 2,000 mg100 mg

50% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C give more (median 100 mg).

Vitamin D3as Cholecalciferol2000 IU50 mcg (2,000 IU)333%Vitamin D in Prenatal Essentials against 14,175 products50 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 10 mcg to 25 mcg, the median 15 mcg.DV 20 mcgUL 100 mcg50 mcg

Higher than 81% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg).

Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Succinate134 mg705%
Thiamineas Thiamine Hydrochloride5 mg357%Thiamin in Prenatal Essentials against 9,830 products5 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1.5 mg to 25 mg, the median 5 mg.DV 1.2 mg5 mg

46% of 9,830 products listing thiamin give more (median 5 mg).

Riboflavinas Riboflavin 5-Phosphate5 mg313%Riboflavin in Prenatal Essentials against 9,824 products5 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1.7 mg to 25 mg, the median 4 mg.DV 1.3 mg5 mg

Higher than 51% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg).

Niacinas Niacinamide25 mg139%Niacin in Prenatal Essentials against 12,413 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 13.2 mg to 48 mg, the median 20 mg.DV 16 mgUL 35 mg25 mg

Higher than 56% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg).

Vitamin B6as Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate20 mg1,000%Vitamin B6 in Prenatal Essentials against 15,277 products20 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 2 mg to 20 mg, the median 6 mg.DV 1.7 mgUL 100 mg20 mg

Higher than 71% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 (median 6 mg).

Folateas Quatrefolic, Calcium Folinate1,360 mcg DFE227%
Vitamin B12as Methylcobalamin50 mcg1,786%Vitamin B12 in Prenatal Essentials against 14,425 products50 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 6 mcg to 200 mcg, the median 36 mcg.DV 2.4 mcg50 mcg

Higher than 51% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg).

Biotin300 mcg857%Biotin in Prenatal Essentials against 9,447 products300 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mcg to 300 mcg, the median 200 mcg.DV 30 mcg300 mcg

Higher than 53% of 9,447 products listing biotin (median 200 mcg).

Pantothenic Acidas D-Calcium Pantothenate25 mg357%Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) in Prenatal Essentials against 10,060 products25 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 6 mg to 50 mg, the median 12 mg.DV 5 mg25 mg

Higher than 61% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg).

Cholineas Choline Dihydrogen Citrate200 mg36%Choline in Prenatal Essentials against 4,738 products200 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 18 mg to 100 mg, the median 40 mg.DV 550 mgUL 3,500 mg200 mg

Higher than 85% of 4,738 products listing choline (median 40 mg).

DimaCalas Calcium400 mg31%Calcium in Prenatal Essentials against 17,831 products400 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 50 mg to 252 mg, the median 115 mg.DV 1,300 mgUL 2,500 mg400 mg

Higher than 82% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg).

Ferrochelas Iron30 mg111%Iron in Prenatal Essentials against 6,910 products30 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1.2 mg to 18 mg, the median 5 mg.DV 18 mgUL 45 mg30 mg

Higher than 94% of 6,910 products listing iron (median 5 mg).

Iodineas Potassium Iodide225 mcg78%Iodine in Prenatal Essentials against 6,382 products225 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 75 mcg to 150 mcg, the median 150 mcg.DV 150 mcgUL 1,100 mcg225 mcg

Higher than 90% of 6,382 products listing iodine (median 150 mcg).

Magnesiumas Dimagnesium Malate200 mg50%Magnesium in Prenatal Essentials against 14,003 products200 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 30 mg to 200 mg, the median 86 mg.UL 350 mgDV 420 mg200 mg

Higher than 75% of 14,003 products listing magnesium (median 86 mg).

Zincas Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate20 mg154%Zinc in Prenatal Essentials against 13,186 products20 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 5 mg to 15 mg, the median 11 mg.DV 11 mgUL 40 mg20 mg

Higher than 79% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg).

Seleniumas L-Selenomethionine100 mcg143%Selenium in Prenatal Essentials against 7,658 products100 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 27 mcg to 100 mcg, the median 55 mcg.DV 55 mcgUL 400 mcg100 mcg

Higher than 65% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg).

Copperas Copper Bisglycinate Chelate2 mg154%Copper in Prenatal Essentials against 6,468 products2 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 0.5 mg to 2 mg, the median 1 mg.DV 0.9 mgUL 10 mg2 mg

Higher than 66% of 6,468 products listing copper (median 1 mg).

Manganeseas Manganese Bisglycinate Chelate5 mg192%Manganese in Prenatal Essentials against 7,016 products5 mg per serving; the middle half of products list 1 mg to 3.92 mg, the median 2 mg.DV 2.3 mgUL 11 mg5 mg

Higher than 80% of 7,016 products listing manganese (median 2 mg).

Chromiumas Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate Chelate100 mcg222%Chromium in Prenatal Essentials against 7,825 products100 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 45 mcg to 200 mcg, the median 100 mcg.DV 35 mcg100 mcg

47% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg).

Molybdenumas Molybdenum Glycinate Chelate100 mcg200%Molybdenum in Prenatal Essentials against 4,390 products100 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 25 mcg to 75 mcg, the median 50 mcg.DV 45 mcgUL 2,000 mcg100 mcg

Higher than 86% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum (median 50 mcg).

Vitamin K2as Menaquinone-7100 mcg83%*Vitamin K in Prenatal Essentials against 4,607 products100 mcg per serving; the middle half of products list 35 mcg to 100 mcg, the median 80 mcg.DV 120 mcg100 mcg

Higher than 69% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K (median 80 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 303823 (entered February 22, 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:

  • Its 30 mg of ferrochel (filed by NIH under iron) is higher than 94% of the 6,910 iron products that print an amount; 311 list more.

The NIH database records one serving a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for pregnant and lactating. 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 Prenatal Essentials's, rare ingredients counting for more.

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: Take five capsules daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Warnings
Consult your healthcare professional before use.
Individuals taking medication should discuss potential interactions with their healthcare professional.
Do not use if tamper seal is damaged. The labeling on this product does not comply with California Proposition 65. Therefore, this product may not be sold in California.
Warning: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
Vitamin A: Excessive vitamin A intake may be toxic and may increase the risk of birth defects. Pregnant women and women who may become pregnant should not exceed 1,500 mcg RAE (5,000 IU) of preformed vitamin A (retinyl acetate or retinyl palmitate) per day. Vitamin K: Consider total vitamin K intake (food and supplements) if you are taking blood-thinning medication.
Storage: Keep closed in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.
Allergens and what it does not contain
Formulated to exclude: Wheat, gluten, yeast, soy protein, dairy products, fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, ingredients derived from genetically modified organisms (GMOs), artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, and artificial preservatives.

Source: label statements in DSLD label 303823.

What else is on the label?

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Water, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Silica, Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil, Mixed Tocopherols.

Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Vegetarian caps ePV (ePedigree Verification); Third-Party Verified GMP Compliant.

How many labels does Prenatal Essentials have?

6 labels are on file under this name since March 23, 2012: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.

  1. Label 303823 (current) Entered February 22, 2024 · off the market April 9, 2025 · 150 vegetarian capsules · UPC 7 22537 51160 5
  2. Label 294814 Entered July 18, 2023 · off the market September 8, 2023 · 150 vegetarian capsules · UPC 7 22537 51160 5
  3. Label 240557 Entered December 26, 2020 · off the market August 27, 2021 · 30 packets · UPC 8 71149 00335 7
  4. Label 49691 Entered August 25, 2015 · off the market July 16, 2020 · 30 packets · UPC 8 71149 00335 7
  5. Label 28410 Entered December 24, 2013 · off the market August 6, 2015 · 30 packets · UPC 8 71149 00335 7
  6. Label 5964 Entered March 23, 2012 · off the market January 9, 2013 · 30 packets

Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).

Who makes it?

The label names XYMOGEN Exclusive Professional Formulas (manufacturer), Orlando, FL. All XYMOGEN products.

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