Women's Ultra Mega 50 Plus Multivitamin
by GNC Women's Ultra Mega · other (e.g. tea bag) · 30 packs
- On the market (NIH)
- DSLD label 57498
- Serving 2 light green caplets
Women's Ultra Mega 50 Plus Multivitamin by GNC Women's Ultra Mega lists 44 ingredients, 44 with an amount per serving of 2 light green caplets, such as 5,000 IU of vitamin A, 200 mg of vitamin C, 1,600 IU (40 mcg) of vitamin D and 30 IU of vitamin E. Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on March 24, 2016.
What is in Women's Ultra Mega 50 Plus Multivitamin?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 2 light green caplets. 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 AcetateVitamin A (Form: as 50% Beta-Carotene, & 50% Retinyl Acetate) | 5,000 IU | 100% | Higher than 55% of 5,772 products listing vitamin A (median 4,000 IU). |
| Vitamin Cas Ascorbic Acid, Calcium AscorbateVitamin C (Form: as Calcium Ascorbate) (Alt. Name: Ascorbic Acid) | 200 mg | 333% | Higher than 63% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin Das Cholecalciferol, Vitamin D3Vitamin D (Form: as Cholecalciferol (Alt. Name: Vitamin D-3)) | 1,600 IU (40 mcg) | 400% | Higher than 79% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopherol AcetateVitamin E (Form: as natural D-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate) | 30 IU | 100% | 44% of 6,459 products listing vitamin E give more (median 30 IU). |
| Vitamin Kas PhytonadioneVitamin K (Form: as Phytonadione) | 80 mcg | 100% | 37% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K give more (median 80 mcg). |
| Thiamineas Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B1Thiamin (Form: as Thiamin Mononitrate) (Alt. Name: Vitamin B-1) | 50 mg | 3,333% | Higher than 82% of 9,830 products listing thiamin (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavinas Vitamin B2 | 50 mg | 2,941% | Higher than 86% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas Niacin, NiacinamideNiacin (Form: as Niacin, & Niacinamide) | 50 mg | 250% | Higher than 75% of 12,413 products listing niacin (median 20 mg). 1.4 times the adult UL a day. |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B-6 (Form: as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 50 mg | 2,500% | Higher than 87% 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) | 50 mcg | 833% | Higher than 51% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotin | 300 mcg | 100% | Higher than 53% of 9,447 products listing biotin (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas Calcium D-PantothenatePantothenic Acid (Form: as Calcium D-Pantothenate) | 50 mg | 500% | Higher than 72% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) (median 12 mg). |
| Calciumas Calcium Ascorbate, Calcium CarbonateCalcium (Form: as Calcium Carbonate, & Calcium Ascorbate) | 500 mg | 50% | Higher than 85% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 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) | 50 mg | 13% | 59% of 14,003 products listing magnesium give more (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas Zinc OxideZinc (Form: as Zinc Oxide) | 15 mg | 100% | Higher than 56% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas L-SelenomethionineSelenium (Form: as L-Selenomethione) | 200 mcg | 286% | Higher than 82% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Copper SulfateCopper (Form: as Copper Sulfate) | 2 mg | 100% | Higher than 66% of 6,468 products listing copper (median 1 mg). |
| Manganeseas Manganese SulfateManganese (Form: as Manganese Sulfate) | 2 mg | 100% | 38% of 7,016 products listing manganese give more (median 2 mg). |
| Chromiumas Chromium ChlorideChromium (Form: as Chromium Chloride) | 120 mcg | 100% | Higher than 54% of 7,825 products listing chromium (median 100 mcg). |
| Molybdenumas Sodium MolybdateMolybdenum (Form: as Sodium Molybdate) | 75 mcg | 100% | Higher than 62% of 4,390 products listing molybdenum (median 50 mcg). |
| Super Antioxidant Blend | no amount given | ||
| Alpha-Lipoic Acid | 25 mg | 68% of 2,407 products listing alpha lipoic acid give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Lutemax 2020 Lutein | 2 mg | 52% of 2,493 products listing lutein give more (median 3 mg). | |
| Lycopene | 1 mg | 50% of 1,691 products listing lycopene give more (median 1.2 mg). | |
| Turmeric root extractas CurcuminoidsTurmeric root extract (Form: standardized to Curcuminoids) (Alt. Name: CurcuWIN) PlantPart: root Genus: Curcuma Species: longa | 500 mcg | 99% of 2,369 products listing turmeric give more (median 150 mg). | |
| Zeaxanthinas Zeaxanthin IsomersZeaxanthin (Form: as Zeaxanthin Isomers) | 400 mcg | 70% of 1,215 products listing zeaxanthin give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Astaxanthinas Haematococcus pluvialis algaeAstaxanthin (Form: from Haematococcus pluvialis algae Genus: Haematococcus Species: pluvialis) | 50 mcg | 80% of 955 products listing astaxanthin give more (median 1 mg). | |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 10 mcg | 47% of 73 products listing cryptoxanthin give more (median 10 mcg). | |
| Brain & Circulatory Support | no amount given | ||
| Cholineas Choline BitartrateCholine (Form: as Choline Bitartrate) | 10 mg | 2%* | 80% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg). |
| Inositol | 10 mg | 72% of 4,042 products listing inositol give more (median 30 mg). | |
| Ginkgo biloba leaf powder | 5 mg | 96% of 1,339 products listing ginkgo give more (median 60 mg). | |
| Bacopa monnieri leaf extract | 4 mg | 99% of 481 products listing bacopa give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Phosphatidyl Serine | 1 mg | 99% of 641 products listing phosphatidylserine give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Vanadiumas Sodium MetavanadateVanadium (Form: as Sodium Metavanadate) | 10 mcg | 60% of 1,744 products listing vanadium give more (median 25 mcg). | |
| Eye & Skin Health Complex | no amount given | ||
| Silicaas Silicon DioxideSilica (Form: as Silicon Dioxide) | 4 mg | 44% of 1,220 products listing silicon give more (median 4 mg). | |
| Black Currant fruit extract | 2.5 mg | 95% of 97 products listing black currant give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Blueberry fruit powder | 2.5 mg | 99% of 378 products listing blueberry give more (median 100 mg). | |
| Cranberry fruit concentrate | 2.5 mg | 98% of 1,064 products listing cranberry give more (median 250 mg). | |
| Bilberry fruit powder | 2.5 mg | 97% of 896 products listing bilberry give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Elderberry fruit powder | 2.5 mg | over 99% of 920 products listing european elder give more (median 150 mg). | |
| Hyaluronic Acidas Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic Acid (Form: as Sodium Hyaluronate) | 2 mg | 94% of 900 products listing hyaluronic acid give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Resveratrol | 1 mg | 96% of 1,123 products listing resveratrol give more (median 50 mg). | |
| Grape seed extractas PolyphenolsGrape seed extract (Form: standardized to Polyphenols) PlantPart: seed Genus: Vitis Species: vinifera | 1 mg | 98% of 1,900 products listing grape give more (median 50 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 57498 (entered March 24, 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:
- At 1 serving a day, the most its directions give, the label lists 50 mg of niacin, 1.4 times the adult Tolerable Upper Intake Level.
- 99% of the 2,369 products that print an amount of turmeric list more than its 0.5 mg of turmeric (median 150 mg).
- 80% of the 955 products that print an amount of astaxanthin list more than its 0.05 mg of astaxanthin (median 1 mg).
- 47% of the 73 products that print an amount of cryptoxanthin list more than its 10 mcg of beta-cryptoxanthin (filed by NIH under cryptoxanthin) (median 10 mcg).
- 96% of the 1,339 products that print an amount of ginkgo list more than its 5 mg of ginkgo (median 60 mg).
- 99% of the 481 products that print an amount of bacopa list more than its 4 mg of bacopa (median 200 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 Women's Ultra Mega 50 Plus Multivitamin's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- 50 PlusGNC Women's Ultra Mega 44 shared, 98% alike
- Women's Multivitamin 50 PlusGNC Women's 43 shared, 86% alike
- Multivitamin 50 PlusGNC Women's 39 shared, 79% alike
- GNC Longevity Factors MultivitaminGNC Longevity Factors · off the market 38 shared, 77% alike
- Women's Ultra Mega 50 PlusGNC Women's Ultra Mega 38 shared, 77% alike
- Mega Men 50 PlusGNC Mega Men 37 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: As a dietary supplement, take the contents of one pack daily with food.
- Warnings
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.
- Contains: Fish and Soybeans.
- Warning: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- No artificial colors, no artificial flavors, gluten free.
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 57498.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Titanium Dioxide, natural Vanilla Mint flavor, Talc, Chlorophyll, Stevia leaf extract.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Gf Gluten Free; CurcuWIN; Lutemax 2020 Lutein & Zeaxanthin.
How many labels does Women's Ultra Mega 50 Plus Multivitamin have?
One label is on file, entered on March 24, 2016.
- Label 57498 (current) Entered March 24, 2016 · on the market · 30 packs
DSLD also links this label to: Healthy Aging Antioxidant Formula (bundle set), Brain Health Complex (bundle set), Bone Building Complex (bundle set), Essential Fatty Acids (bundle set).
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names General Nutrition Corporation (distributor), Pittsburgh, PA. All GNC Women's Ultra Mega products.