Is NOW C-500 Calcium Ascorbate-C safe while breastfeeding?

Grade A. 2 Safe, 0 Caution, 0 Avoid. No major safety flags.

Clarity Product Analysis

NOW

C-500 Calcium Ascorbate-C

Name: C-500 Calcium Ascorbate-C
Brand: NOW

All clear2 of 6 ingredients checked · 2 safe · 0 caution · 0 avoid

All checked ingredients rated Safe

2Checked

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2Safe

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Full ingredient analysis

Ingredient	Verdict	Evidence	Notes
Calcium	Not in DB
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex	Not in DB
Hypromellose	Not in DB
Microcrystalline Cellulose	Not in DB
Stearic Acid	Safe	Bronze	Natural fatty acid.
Vitamin C	Safe	Gold

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According to the Clarity Ingredient Safety Database by Health AI. 2 of 6 ingredients verified against 1,595 evidence-graded entries. Last verified: April 2026. Database version 4.2. Check this product live →

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Product analysis by Clarity (Health AI). Based on published evidence for breastfeeding, pregnancy, and general safety. Not medical advice. Formulations may change; verify current ingredients on the label.

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