Ultra Vita-Min
by Puritan's Pride · other (e.g. tea bag) · 100 coated caplets
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 0 74312 10562 3
- DSLD label 285446
- Serving 1 caplet
- 100 servings
Ultra Vita-Min by Puritan's Pride lists 32 ingredients, 32 with an amount per serving of 1 caplet, such as 1,500 mcg of vitamin A, 120 mg of vitamin C, 50 mcg (2,000 IU) of vitamin D and 13.5 mg of vitamin E. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on May 24, 2023.
What is in Ultra Vita-Min?
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 Beta-Carotene, Retinyl PalmitateVitamin A (Form: as Retinyl Palmitate, and Beta-Carotene) | 1,500 mcg | 167% | |
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid | 120 mg | 133% | Higher than 51% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das Cholecalciferol, Vitamin D3Vitamin D (Form: as D3 (Alt. Name: Cholecalciferol)) Note: 2,000 IU | 50 mcg (2,000 IU) | 250% | Higher than 81% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl AcetateVitamin E (Form: as DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate) | 13.5 mg | 90% | |
| Thiamineas Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B1Thiamin (Form: as Thiamin Hydrochloride) (Alt. Name: Vitamin B-1) | 5 mg | 417% | 46% of 9,830 products listing thiamin give more (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 5 mg | 385% | Higher than 51% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas NiacinamideNiacin (Form: as Niacinamide) | 25 mg | 156% | Higher than 56% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg). |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B-6 (Form: as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 10 mg | 588% | Higher than 55% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 (median 6 mg). |
| Folate | 666 mcg DFE | 167% | |
| Folic Acid | 400 mcg | ||
| Vitamin B12as CyanocobalaminVitamin B-12 (Form: as Cyanocobalamin) | 100 mcg | 4,167% | Higher than 61% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotinas D-BiotinBiotin (Form: as D-Biotin) | 300 mcg | 1,000% | Higher than 53% of 9,447 products listing biotin (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas D-Calcium PantothenatePantothenic Acid (Form: as D-Calcium Pantothenate) | 10 mg | 200% | 52% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) give more (median 12 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium CarbonateCalcium (Form: as Calcium Carbonate) | 60 mg | 5% | 68% of 17,831 products listing calcium give more (median 115 mg). |
| Ironas Ferrous FumarateIron (Form: as Ferrous Fumarate) | 18 mg | 100% | Higher than 74% of 6,910 products listing iron (median 5 mg). |
| Iodineas Potassium IodideIodine (Form: as Potassium Iodide) | 150 mcg | 100% | 15% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). |
| Magnesiumas Magnesium OxideMagnesium (Form: as Magnesium Oxide) | 10 mg | 2% | 91% of 14,003 products listing magnesium give more (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas Zinc OxideZinc (Form: as Zinc Oxide) | 10 mg | 91% | 51% of 13,186 products listing zinc give more (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas Sodium SelenateSelenium (Form: as Sodium Selenate) | 200 mcg | 364% | Higher than 82% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Cupric GluconateCopper (Form: as Cupric Gluconate) | 1 mg | 111% | 40% of 6,468 products listing copper give more (median 1 mg). |
| Manganeseas Manganese GluconateManganese (Form: as Manganese Gluconate) | 1 mg | 43% | 70% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas Chromium PicolinateChromium (Form: as Chromium Picolinate) | 200 mcg | 571% | Higher than 72% of 7,825 products listing chromium (median 100 mcg). |
| Molybdenumas Sodium MolybdateMolybdenum (Form: as Sodium Molybdate) | 10 mcg | 22% | 91% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum give more (median 50 mcg). |
| Potassiumas Potassium GluconatePotassium (Form: as Potassium Gluconate) | 5 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. |
| Inositol | 10 mg | 72% of 4,042 products listing inositol give more (median 30 mg). | |
| Boronas Boric Acid | 1 mg | 42% of 3,339 products listing boron give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Betaine Hydrochloride | 10 mg | 88% of 914 products listing betaine hydrochloride give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Rose Hips | 5 mg | 86% of 397 products listing dog rose give more (median 25 mg). | |
| Rutin | 2 mg | 97% of 1,232 products listing rutin give more (median 25 mg). | |
| Citrus Bioflavonoid Complexas Citrus spp. | 15 mg | 86% of 2,343 products listing flavonoid give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Bee Propolis | 5 mg | 92% of 260 products listing propolis give more (median 150 mg). | |
| Coenzyme Q-10 | 30 mcg | over 99% of 2,922 products listing coenzyme Q-10 give more (median 60 mg). |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 285446 (entered May 24, 2023), 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:
- 91% of the 14,003 products that print an amount of magnesium list more than its 10 mg of magnesium (median 86 mg).
- 91% of the 4,390 products that print an amount of molybdenum list more than its 10 mcg of molybdenum (median 50 mcg).
- 88% of the 914 products that print an amount of betaine hydrochloride list more than its 10 mg of betaine hydrochloride (median 50 mg).
- 86% of the 397 products that print an amount of dog rose list more than its 5 mg of rose hips (filed by NIH under dog rose) (median 25 mg).
- 97% of the 1,232 products that print an amount of rutin list more than its 2 mg of rutin (median 25 mg).
- 92% of the 260 products that print an amount of propolis list more than its 5 mg of bee propolis (filed by NIH under propolis) (median 150 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 Ultra Vita-Min's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Mega Vita GelPuritan's Pride 27 shared, 77% alike
- Multi-VitaminAlani Nu · off the market 27 shared, 76% alike
- Multi-VitaminAlani Nu Self 27 shared, 76% alike
- Mega VitaminPuritan's Pride Premium · off the market 29 shared, 76% alike
- Mega Vita Min for SeniorsPuritan's Pride 29 shared, 76% alike
- Tyler PrenatalIntegrative Therapeutics 28 shared, 72% 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.
- Warnings
- 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.
- Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications, have any medical condition, or are planning to undergo any clinical lab testing or any medical or surgical procedure, consult your doctor before use. Some supplements may interact with certain medications and/or interfere with certain lab tests.
- Avoid this product if you are allergic to bees or bee products.
- Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
- Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
- Storage
- Store at room temperature.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 285446.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Choline Bitartrate, Gelatin, Maltodextrin, natural Palm leaf glaze, Polysorbate 80, Silica, Titanium Dioxide, Triacetin, Magnesium Stearate.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): QA Quality Assured.
How many labels does Ultra Vita-Min have?
2 labels are on file under this name since December 26, 2020: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 285446 (current) Entered May 24, 2023 · on the market · 100 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 10562 3
- Label 239857 Entered December 26, 2020 · off the market July 16, 2024 · 100 coated caplets · UPC 0 74312 10562 3
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Puritan's Pride, Inc. (manufacturer), Ronkonkoma, NY, U.S.A.. All Puritan's Pride products.