Ultra Preventive World Formula
by Douglas Laboratories · capsule · 240 vegetarian capsules
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 3 10539 03162 9
- DSLD label 10716
- Serving 2 vegetarian capsules
- 120 servings
Ultra Preventive World Formula by Douglas Laboratories lists 49 ingredients, 49 with an amount per serving of 2 vegetarian capsules, such as 100 IU (2.5 mcg) of vitamin D3, 50 IU of vitamin E, 12.5 mg of thiamine and 6.25 mg of riboflavin. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on December 21, 2012.
What is in Ultra Preventive World Formula?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 2 vegetarian 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).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin Aas Natural Beta-Carotene, Vitamin A PalmitateVitamin A (Form: [625 IU] as 33% Vitamin A Palmitate Note: 187.5 mcg, [1,250 IU] as 67% Natural Beta-Carotene (Form: from D. Salina (Form: with full spectrum carotenoids (Form: Including Beta-Carotene, Alpha-Carotene, Zeaxanthin, Cryptoxanthin, and additional Lutein, and Lycopene))) Note: 0.75 mg) | 1,875 IU | ||
| Vitamin Cas Vitamin C Ascorbate Complex | 175 mg | ||
| Vitamin D3Vitamin D-3 Note: 2.5 mcg | 100 IU (2.5 mcg) | 13%* | 92% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopheryl, Mixed TocopherolsVitamin E (Form: as d-alpha tocopheryl, plus mixed tocopherols) Note: natural (33.7 mg) | 50 IU | Higher than 61% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E (median 30 IU). | |
| Thiamine | 12.5 mg | 1,042%* | Higher than 65% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavin | 6.25 mg | 481%* | Higher than 58% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). |
| Niacin/Niacinamide | 23.7 mg | 148%* | Higher than 55% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg). |
| Vitamin B-6 Complexas Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate, Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B-6 Complex (Form: as Pyridoxine HCl, Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) | 12.5 mg | 87% of 62 products listing pyridoxine (vitamin B6) give more (median 25 mg). | |
| Folic Acid | 100 mcg | 86% of 7,022 products listing folate give more (median 400 mcg). | |
| Vitamin B-12as Cyanocobalamin/Methylcobalamin ComplexVitamin B-12 (Form: as Cyanocobalamin/Methylcobalamin Complex) | 25 mcg | 1,042%* | 54% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 give more (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotin | 37.5 mcg | 125%* | 81% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas D-Calcium PantothenatePantothenic Acid (Form: as D-Calcium Pantothenate) | 62.5 mg | 1,250%* | Higher than 83% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). |
| CalciumCalcium Note: elemental | 62.5 mg | 5%* | 68% of 17,831 products listing calcium give more (median 115 mg). |
| IodineIodine Note: elemental | 25 mcg | 17%* | 93% of 6,382 products listing iodine give more (median 150 mcg). |
| MagnesiumMagnesium Note: elemental | 62.5 mg | 15%* | 55% of 14,003 products listing magnesium give more (median 86 mg). |
| ZincZinc Note: elemental | 3.13 mg | 28%* | 84% of 13,186 products listing zinc give more (median 11 mg). |
| SeleniumSelenium Note: elemental | 25 mcg | 45%* | 75% of 7,658 products listing selenium give more (median 55 mcg). |
| CopperCopper Note: elemental | 0.25 mg | 28%* | 85% of 6,468 products listing copper give more (median 1 mg). |
| ManganeseManganese Note: elemental | 1.25 mg | ||
| ChromiumChromium Note: elemental | 25 mcg | 71%* | 83% of 7,825 products listing chromium give more (median 100 mcg). |
| MolybdenumMolybdenum Note: elemental | 12.5 mcg | ||
| PotassiumPotassium Note: elemental | 12.5 mg | 0%* | 92% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg). |
| LuteinLutein Note: natural | 0.5 mg | 72% of 2,493 products listing lutein give more (median 3 mg). | |
| LycopeneLycopene Note: natural | 0.5 mg | 75% of 1,691 products listing lycopene give more (median 1.2 mg). | |
| Zeaxanthin | 0.125 mg | 90% of 1,215 products listing zeaxanthin give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Inositol | 12.5 mg | 71% of 4,042 products listing inositol give more (median 30 mg). | |
| Choline Bitartrate | 12.5 mg | 2%* | 78% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg). |
| VanadiumVanadium Note: elemental | 5 mcg | 94% of 1,744 products listing vanadium give more (median 25 mcg). | |
| Rose Hips | 12.5 mg | 77% of 195 products listing rose (unspecified) give more (median 30 mg). | |
| Lemon Bioflavonoids | 12.5 mg | 88% of 2,343 products listing flavonoid give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Red Proanthocyanidinsas Grape, Pine bark extractRed Proanthocyanidins (Form: from Grape, and Pine Bark Extract) | 6.25 mg | 86% of 164 products listing proanthocyanidins give more (median 36 mg). | |
| Hesperidin | 4 mg | 93% of 552 products listing hesperidin give more (median 20 mg). | |
| Rutin | 3 mg | 95% of 1,232 products listing rutin give more (median 25 mg). | |
| Kale | 8.75 mg | 89% of 133 products listing kale give more (median 125 mg). | |
| Spinach | 8.75 mg | 89% of 216 products listing spinach give more (median 125 mg). | |
| Carrot | 8.75 mg | 95% of 213 products listing carrot give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Radish | 8.75 mg | 98% of 88 products listing radish give more (median 450 mg). | |
| Celery | 8.75 mg | 95% of 221 products listing celery give more (median 75 mg). | |
| Blackberry | 8.75 mg | 94% of 84 products listing blackberry give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Cranberry | 8.75 mg | 97% of 1,064 products listing cranberry give more (median 250 mg). |
Show the other 13 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grape | 8.75 mg | 92% of 1,900 products listing grape give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Pineapple | 8.75 mg | 96% of 76 products listing pineapple give more (median 82.5 mg). | |
| Blueberry | 12.5 mg | 91% of 378 products listing blueberry give more (median 100 mg). | |
| GarlicGarlic PlantPart: bulb Note: odorless | 12.5 mg | 89% of 1,075 products listing garlic give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Broccoli | 12.5 mg | 94% of 530 products listing broccoli give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Cauliflower | 12.5 mg | 91% of 45 products listing cauliflower give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Spirulina | 12.5 mg | 95% of 709 products listing blue-green algae give more (median 500 mg). | |
| Chlorella | 12.5 mg | 97% of 526 products listing chlorella give more (median 300 mg). | |
| Green Tea extract | 6.25 mg | 99% of 2,595 products listing green tea give more (median 100 mg). | |
| sprouted Barley juice | 6.25 mg | 95% of 328 products listing barley give more (median 312 mg). | |
| Wheat Grass juiceWheat Grass juice PlantPart: entire plant Note: gluten free | 6.25 mg | 98% of 241 products listing wheatgrass and couch grass (DSLD group) give more (median 400 mg). | |
| Beet extract | 6.25 mg | 76% of 850 products listing beet give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Apple Pectin | 6.25 mg | 96% of 526 products listing pectin give more (median 86 mg). |
* % 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 10716 (entered December 21, 2012), 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:
- 92% of the 14,175 products that print an amount of vitamin D list more than its 2.5 mcg (100 IU) of vitamin D (median 15 mcg (600 IU)).
- 87% of the 62 products that print an amount of pyridoxine (vitamin B6) list more than its 12.5 mg of vitamin B-6 complex (filed by NIH under pyridoxine (vitamin B6)) (median 25 mg).
- 86% of the 7,022 products that print an amount of folate list more than its 100 mcg of folic acid (filed by NIH under folate) (median 400 mcg).
- 93% of the 6,382 products that print an amount of iodine list more than its 25 mcg of iodine (median 150 mcg).
- 92% of the 11,614 products that print an amount of potassium list more than its 12.5 mg of potassium (median 99 mg).
- 94% of the 1,744 products that print an amount of vanadium list more than its 5 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 Ultra Preventive World Formula's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Met-A-SynX-PackDouglas Laboratories 49 shared, 64% alike
- eMultiEvolved Natural Solutions · off the market 44 shared, 58% alike
- Bone Health PackDouglas Laboratories 40 shared, 57% alike
- Ultra Preventive EZDouglas Laboratories · off the market 43 shared, 55% alike
- Ultra Preventive Easy SwallowDouglas Laboratories 43 shared, 55% alike
- BP PackDouglas Laboratories 40 shared, 54% 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
- Suggested Usage: As a dietary supplement, adults take 2 vegetarian capsules daily or as directed by your healthcare professional. This product is best taken with meals.
- Warnings
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
- Tamper resistant package, do not use if outer seal is missing.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- This product contains NO yeast, soy protein, milk/dairy, corn, sodium, sugar, starch, artificial coloring, preservatives or flavoring.
- Storage
- For optimal storage conditions, store in a cool, dry place. (59(0)-77(0)F/15(0)-25(0)C) (35-65% relative humidity)
Source: label statements in DSLD label 10716.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Silica.
How many labels does Ultra Preventive World Formula have?
2 labels are on file under this name since December 21, 2012: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 10716 (current) Entered December 21, 2012 · on the market · 240 vegetarian capsules · UPC 3 10539 03162 9
- Label 10715 Entered December 21, 2012 · off the market January 20, 2012 · 240 vegetarian capsules · UPC 3 10539 03162 9
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Douglas Laboratories (manufacturer), Pittsburgh, PA. All Douglas Laboratories products.