Description

Formulation Highlights

• Increased amounts of Lutein, B Vitamins, and Vitamin D compared to Centrum Select Essentials 50+
• Aims to support bone, dental, muscle, eyesight, and immune health

Key Features

• Complete multivitamin formulation for men over 50
• Non-GMO and gluten-free
• Recommended dosage is 1 tablet daily with food

Availability and Pricing

• Available in 90-tablet bottles in Canada
• Prices range from around $26 to $84 per bottle
• The multivitamin provides 0.6 mg of Lutein, a carotenoid that helps protect the eyes from damaging light and supports overall eye health.
• Vitamins C and E, which are antioxidants, are also included in Centrum Men 50+ to help maintain healthy eyes.
• Vitamin D, which helps support immune function and cell growth, is present in an increased amount compared to Centrum Select Essentials 50+.
• The formulation aims to help maintain eyesight as part of overall good health in men over 50 years old.
• Free or low-cost shipping options available from various retailers
  

  Key Benefits of Centrum Men 50+

  Immune Support

  • Contains Vitamins A, B12, C, D and Zinc to help support the immune system

  Energy Metabolism

  • Provides Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Niacin, Pantothenic acid, Riboflavin and Magnesium to help with energy metabolism

  Eye Health

  • Contains Vitamin A and Lutein to help support eye health

  Heart Function

  • Includes Magnesium to help support heart muscle function

  Bone and Dental Health

  • Helps maintain bone and dental health

  Muscle Function

  • Helps maintain proper muscle function

  Key Ingredients

  Vitamins

  • Vitamin A, Beta-Carotene, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Folate, Vitamin B1, B2, B6, B12, Vitamin D, Vitamin K, Biotin, Pantothenic Acid

  Minerals

  • Calcium, Iodine, Iron, Magnesium, Copper, Manganese, Chromium, Selenium, Zinc, Molybdenum

  Other Ingredients

  • Lutein, Lycopene

  Centrum Men 50+ helps support eye health in several ways:

  1. It contains Vitamin A, which is important for maintaining normal vision and eye health.

  Centrum Men 50+ supports eye health through a combination of key vitamins and nutrients:

  1. Vitamin A is important for maintaining normal vision and eye health. It helps protect the cornea and supports the function of the retina.
  2. Lutein is a carotenoid that helps protect the eyes from damaging light. It accumulates in the macula and lens of the eye, helping to maintain eye health and support overall vision.
  3. Vitamins C and E are antioxidants that help protect the eyes from oxidative stress and damage.
  4. Vitamin D helps support immune function and cell growth. It is present in an increased amount compared to some other Centrum products for older adults

  Centrum Men 50+ contributes to heart health in several ways:

  1. It contains Magnesium, which helps support heart muscle function.
  2. The multivitamin provides Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) to support normal heart function.
  3. Vitamins B6 and Folate are included to help support a healthy heart.
  4. Antioxidants like Vitamin E help reduce cell damage caused by free radicals, which can benefit heart health.
  5. The overall formulation aims to help maintain heart health as part of supporting good health in men over 50, especially when combined with a balanced diet.

  Key Precautions

  • Do not exceed the recommended daily dose of 1 tablet per day. Exceeding the recommended amount could lead to serious harm, especially for children.
  • Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are taking blood thinners, as the product contains Vitamin K which can interact with blood thinners.
  • Stop use if hypersensitivity or an adverse reaction occurs.
  • Keep out of reach of children, as the iron content could seriously harm a child if ingested in large amounts.

  Dietary Restrictions

  • Centrum Men 50+ is verified as non-GMO and gluten-free.
  • It does not contain any wheat, milk, lactose, nuts, or sugar.
  • The product is formulated to be taken with food, as the dosage is one tablet daily with a meal.
  • It should be taken a few hours before or after taking other medications or natural health products, to avoid potential interactions.

  Potential Drug Interactions with Centrum Men 50+

  • There are 102 medications known to interact with Centrum Men 50+ (or the similar Centrum Silver Men’s product).
  • Of these interactions, 6 are considered major, 92 are moderate, and 4 are minor.
  • Some of the most common medications that may interact include:
    • Blood thinners like warfarin, apixaban (Eliquis)
    • Thyroid medications like levothyroxine
    • Certain statins like atorvastatin and rosuvastatin
    • Diabetes medications like metformin
    • Proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole
    • Diuretics like furosemide and hydrochlorothiazide

  Recommendations

  • Consult a healthcare provider before taking Centrum Men 50+ if you are on any medications, especially blood thinners, as the vitamin K content can interact.
  • Take Centrum Men 50+ a few hours before or after other medications to avoid potential interactions.
  • Do not exceed the recommended dosage of 1 tablet per day, as higher doses could lead to serious harm, especially for children.
  • Stop use if any adverse reactions or hypersensitivity occurs.

  Dosage and Storage

  • The recommended dosage for Centrum Men 50+ is one tablet daily with food.
  • It should be taken a few hours before or after taking other medications or natural health products.
  • Centrum Men 50+ should be stored at or below 25°C at a dry and cool place.
  • Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.

  Reviews

  There are limited reviews available for Centrum Men 50+ specifically, as it is a newer product. However, the Centrum brand in general has been well-received:

  • Centrum is the #1 doctor recommended multivitamin brand.
  • Centrum Silver has been clinically shown to support cognitive health in older adults.
  • Centrum products are formulated with over 35 years of nutritional science expertise and tested to high quality standards.
  • Centrum Men 50+ is non-GMO, gluten-free, and made without any artificial flavors or sweeteners.