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Dietary supplement

Colloidal Silver 30 PPM Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by MBi Nutraceuticals

Liquid Category: Other Combinations
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Colloidal Silver 30 PPM is a dietary supplement by MBi Nutraceuticals with 1 active ingredient.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Colloidal Silver 30 PPM by MBi Nutraceuticals

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “Silver” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (30 ppm) without saying how much of each component you get.
  • “In a base of” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

This product contains 2 active ingredients: Citric Acid and Silver, suspended in deionized water. Citric Acid is an organic compound often used in supplements for its acidity and preservative properties.

Silver is the key component in colloidal silver formulations. There are no other inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: immune defense against bacteria and viruses.
  • We looked for evidence on: sore throat, sinus infection, skin wounds.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish how well Citric Acid works for acne, aging skin, dry mouth, kidney stones, melasma, or muscle cramps—the data on file shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for any of these uses. We have no effectiveness data on file for Silver or the product as a whole.

If you're considering this for a specific health goal, ask your doctor or pharmacist what the current evidence suggests.

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Citric Acid in the small amounts found in foods and most supplements is generally recognized as safe. However, if you're using a concentrated citrate supplement, check with your doctor first.

When applied topically, Citric Acid is usually well tolerated, though mild irritation, sun sensitivity, and tingling can occur. At high concentrations, it may cause severe irritation, blistering, or burns; one case reported severe skin burns and airway trouble from a citric acid peel left on the face for 4 hours.

Alpha hydroxy acids like Citric Acid can increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight, potentially increasing sun damage over time. Citric Acid is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation.

We have no safety data on file for Silver or deionized Water.

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could fully check. Use the medication search tool below with your exact prescriptions to be sure, and confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

This product has no documented interactions with medications based on the ingredients we could check. However, we hold no safety or effectiveness data in our files for Silver itself—a key component.

Before starting, check your exact medications with the search tool on this page, and talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product makes sense for what you're trying to do.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 23, 2014.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Colloidal Silver 30 PPM, straight from the product label.

Brand MBi Nutraceuticals
Barcode (UPC) 358301181141
Net contents 8 Oz(s); 30 ppm; 240 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 23, 2014
DSLD ID 32906
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Colloidal Silver 30 PPM by MBi Nutraceuticals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
0.5 tsp
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 tsp
Servings per container
48
UPC/BARCODE
358301181141
IngredientAmount% DV
Citric Acid0 NP--
Silver30 ppm--
deionized Water0 NP--
In a base of0 NP--

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

USE GUIDELINES Maintenance: Once daily Immune Building: 3 times daily Minor Sore Throat: use full strength and gargle as needed. Topical Use: Cuts, scratches, & rashes Wash area with warm water and soap, pat dry. Apply Colloidal Silver to the affected area. Let dry, then cover.

DIRECTIONS For adults and children four or more years of age or as directed by your healthcare professional Adults: 1 Teaspoon, hold under tongue for 30 seconds, then swallow. 60 lbs and under: 1/2 Teaspoon

Precautions

WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

If tamper resistant seals are broken do not use this product.

General Statements

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

Colloidal Silver has been proven effective against bacteria and viruses. Effective as a natural alternative for: - Sore throat due to flu and colds - Sinus problems - Skin burns - Rashes - Abrasions MBi Homeopahic Colloidal Silver 30PPM has been proven more effective than 10PPM solutions.

HOMEOPATHIC IMMUNE DEFENSE kills germs and may be used for sore throat due to flu and colds, sinus problems, skin burns, rashes and abrasions.

Manufactured Under Current Good Manufacturing Practices

Bringing Balance Back to Life

Quality Above All Others MBi Nutraceuticals uses current Good Manufacturing Practices procedures throughout the entire process of manufacturing. Ensuring you the highest quality in the industry

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FDA Statement of Identity

HOMEOPATHIC DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

See for yourself

Colloidal Silver 30 PPM by MBi Nutraceuticals label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Colloidal Silver 30 PPM by MBi Nutraceuticals

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size0.5 tsp Dosage formLiquid Servings per container48 Amounts shown are per serving.

Silver

30 ppm per serving
  • › In a base of
Interaction report

Colloidal Silver 30 PPM by MBi Nutraceuticals Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Colloidal Silver 30 PPM. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Colloidal Silver 30 PPM, from the product label.

MBi Nutraceuticals

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Name
General Nutrition Corporation
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Colloidal Silver 30 PPM by MBi Nutraceuticals: Common Questions

Does Colloidal Silver 30 PPM by MBi Nutraceuticals interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Colloidal Silver 30 PPM. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Colloidal Silver 30 PPM contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I use this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Citric Acid is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. We don't hold safety data on Silver or deionized Water, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you during pregnancy or while nursing.
What's the point of Citric Acid in here?
Citric Acid is an organic acid often used in supplements as a preservative and for its acidity. The evidence we hold doesn't establish how well it works for specific health conditions like acne or dry mouth.
Will this irritate my skin?
Topically, Citric Acid is usually well tolerated, though some people report mild irritation, sun sensitivity, or tingling. At high concentrations or with prolonged contact, it can cause severe irritation, blistering, or burns. Always test on a small area first, and be aware that it increases your skin's sensitivity to sun exposure.
Is this safe to take every day?
Citric Acid in small amounts, as found in this supplement, is generally recognized as safe. If you're using it as a concentrated dose regularly, check with your doctor first to make sure it's okay for your situation.

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Colloidal Silver 30 PPM label
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Sources & How We Checked

Colloidal Silver 30 PPM's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 10 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Citric Acid 10 references
  1. Kurtzweil P. Alpha-hydroxy acids for skin care: Smooth sailing or rough seas? FDA 1999. Available at: /www.fda.gov/fdac/features/1998/298_ahas.html (Accessed 18 August 2000). DOI
  2. Erbagci Z, Akcali C. Biweekly serial glycolic acid peels vs. long-term daily use of topical low-strength glycolic acid in the treatment of atrophic acne scars. Int J Dermatol 2000;39:789-94.. PubMed
  3. Ghadishah D, Gorchynski J. Airway compromise after routine alpha-hydroxy facial peel administration. J Emerg Med 2002;22:353-5.. PubMed
  4. Baumann LS, Oresajo C, Yatskayer M, Dahl A, Figueras K. Comparison of clindamycin 1% and benzoyl peroxide 5% gel to a novel composition containing salicylic acid, capryloyl salicylic acid, HEPES, glycolic acid, citric acid, and dioic acid in the treatment
  5. Emtestam L, Svensson Å, Rensfeldt K. Treatment of seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp with a topical solution of urea, lactic acid, and propylene glycol (K301): results of two double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled studies. Mycoses. 2012 Sep;55(5):3 PubMed
  6. Kaminaka C, Uede M, Matsunaka H, Furukawa F, Yamomoto Y. Clinical evaluation of glycolic acid chemical peeling in patients with acne vulgaris: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, split-face comparative study. Dermatol Surg. 2014 Mar;40(3):314- PubMed
  7. Köse O, Özmen I, Arca E. An open, comparative study of 10% potassium hydroxide solution versus salicylic and lactic acid combination in the treatment of molluscum contagiosum in children. J Dermatolog Treat. 2013 Aug;24(4):300-4. PubMed
  8. Vachiramon V, Sahawatwong S, Sirithanabadeekul P. Treatment of melasma in men with low-fluence Q-switched neodymium-doped yttrium-aluminum-garnet laser versus combined laser and glycolic acid peeling. Dermatol Surg. 2015 Apr;41(4):457-65. PubMed
  9. US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Cosmetic Ingredients: Alpha Hydroxy Acids. August 2020. Available at: https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredients/alpha-hydroxy-acids. Accessed on October 19, 2021.
  10. Ormerod AD, van Voorst Vader PC, Majewski S, Vanscheidt W, Benjamin N, van der Meijden W. Evaluation of the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of 3 dose regimens of topical sodium nitrite with citric acid in patients with anogenital warts: A randomized cl DOI

See these in context on the Citric Acid monograph →

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