Time Release Mega Vita-Min
by Radiance · tablet or pill · 100 coated tablets
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 0 17339 04212 0
- DSLD label 3056
- Serving 1 tablet
Time Release Mega Vita-Min by Radiance lists 40 ingredients, 35 with an amount per serving of 1 tablet, 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 December 23, 2011.
What is in Time Release Mega Vita-Min?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 1 tablet. 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, Rose Hip | 250 mg | 417% | Higher than 68% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das CholecalciferolVitamin D (Form: as Cholecalciferol) | 400 IU (10 mcg) | 100% | 57% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl AcetateVitamin E (Form: as D-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-Pantothenate, Dicalcium PhosphateCalcium (Form: as Calcium Carbonate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, and Dicalcium Phosphate) | 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 | 30 mg | Higher than 63% of 1,232 products listing rutin (median 25 mg). | |
| Citrus Bioflavonoidsas Citrus sinensis | 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). | |
| Hesperidinas Citrus spp. | 5 mg | 80% of 552 products listing hesperidin give more (median 20 mg). | |
| deodorized Garlic | 1 mg | 98% of 1,075 products listing garlic give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Korean Ginseng | 1 mg | over 99% of 706 products listing oriental ginseng give more (median 90 mg). | |
| 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 BlendProprietary Blend 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 3056 (entered December 23, 2011), 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?
1 product lists the very same ingredients; the nearest amounts come first.
- Mega Vita-MinVitamin World same ingredients
- Mega Vita-MinRadiance 39 shared, 94% alike
- Mega Vita-Min Timed ReleaseVitamin World 38 shared, 89% alike
- Formula 100Puritan's Pride 34 shared, 76% alike
- Mega II DailyHighland Laboratories 34 shared, 71% alike
- Mega I DailyHighland Laboratories 34 shared, 71% 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) tablet daily, preferably with a meal. This formula provides the benefits of its ingredients over a prolonged period of time. As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.
- Warnings
- Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications or planning any medical procedure, 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.
- 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, call a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately.
- As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.
- Tamper Resistant: Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
- Storage
- Store in a dry place and avoid excessive heat.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 3056.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Calcium Silicate, Silica, Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Mannitol, Gelatin, Starch, Cellulose Coating, Maltodextrin.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Good Manufacturing Practices GMP.
How many labels does Time Release Mega Vita-Min have?
One label is on file, entered on December 23, 2011.
- Label 3056 (current) Entered December 23, 2011 · on the market · 100 coated tablets · UPC 0 17339 04212 0
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Radiance (manufacturer), Ronkonkoma, NY, U.S.A.. All Radiance products.