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Manganese Concentrate Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Complete H2O Minerals

Liquid Category: Mineral
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Manganese Concentrate is a dietary supplement by Complete H2O Minerals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for bone health support, antioxidant and enzyme support, filling dietary gaps.Based on those ingredients, 83 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Manganese. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Manganese Concentrate by Complete H2O Minerals

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.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: manganese, supplied as manganese chloride in a liquid form. Manganese is a mineral your body needs in small amounts for bone health, metabolism, and wound healing.

The liquid also includes purified water and benzoic acid as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Manganese's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: brain and muscle function, joint health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Osteoarthritis, Wound healing, joint cushioning, cartilage support.
  • The closest evidence on file: Manganese is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Osteoarthritis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Manganese is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Wound healing.

Manganese is effective for manganese deficiency. For other uses—hay fever (allergic rhinitis), osteoporosis, COPD, weight loss (obesity), and osteoarthritis—the evidence we hold is insufficient to rate whether it works.

If you're thinking about using this for something other than correcting a confirmed deficiency, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Manganese

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.

Manganese from food and standard prenatal vitamins is well tolerated, but high-dose supplements carry real risk. The most serious concern is neurotoxicity at high doses, including Parkinson-like symptoms; one severe case of irreversible Parkinson disease was possibly linked to 100 mg daily over 2–4 years.

There's also concern that high doses could cause liver damage, including cirrhosis and fatty liver. Because the safety notes and adverse effects emphasize caution with high-dose supplements, stay within normal dietary amounts unless a clinician has advised otherwise.

Regarding breastfeeding, the data we hold shows conflicting ratings—some entries mark it likely safe, others possibly unsafe or likely unsafe—so there isn't clear guidance. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this while nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Manganese

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Manganese.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 83 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, confirm with your pharmacist or doctor if you're on antipsychotic drugs—the risk of manganese toxicity is Moderate. Also check if you take quinolone or tetracycline antibiotics, since manganese may reduce how well your body absorbs them.

Space out doses if your provider clears it, but get those details confirmed first.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product is appropriate if you have a confirmed manganese deficiency and are taking normal dietary amounts. If you're on antipsychotics, quinolone antibiotics (like ciprofloxacin), or tetracycline antibiotics (like doxycycline), check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting.

Because high doses carry neurotoxicity and liver risks, don't exceed recommended amounts unless your healthcare provider advises it.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 27, 2021.

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 Manganese Concentrate, straight from the product label.

Brand Complete H2O Minerals
Barcode (UPC) 188671000151
Net contents 16 Oz(s); 1 Pint(s); 473 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 27, 2021
DSLD ID 252067
Product type Mineral
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Manganese Concentrate by Complete H2O Minerals, 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:
5 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
5 mL
Servings per container
96
UPC/BARCODE
188671000151
IngredientAmount% DV
Manganese250 mcg--

Other ingredients: purified Water, Manganese Chloride, Benzoic Acid

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Label statements
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Formula

Manganese is essential for normal brain and muscle function. It is also necessary for forming the cushioning material between the joints. Manganese is also key in many enzyme functions, acting as a catalyst for utilization of choline, biotin, ascorbic acid, and thiamine.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Mixing Instructions: Mix with 8 to 10 ounces of juice or water.

Recommended Dosage: Adults: 1 Tsp. 250 mcg Children: 1/2 Tsp. 125 mcg or as recommended by a health care professional.

Formulation

In processing, FDA & GMP guidelines are observed and strictly followed.

Complete H2O Minerals contain no fillers or artificial ingredients.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any disease.

General Statements

Quality products for a quality life!

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Storage

For best results, store in a cool, dark place and use within six months.

Precautions

Note: Do not use if tamper seal is broken or missing.

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Manganese Concentrate by Complete H2O Minerals label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Manganese Concentrate by Complete H2O Minerals

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

Serving size5 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container96 Amounts shown are per serving.

Manganese

Interacts with
83 drugs
250 mcg per serving

Manganese is an essential trace mineral your body needs in small amounts for bone formation, metabolism, and antioxidant defense, and most people get...

Manganese monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Purified Water, Manganese Chloride, Benzoic Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Manganese Concentrate by Complete H2O Minerals Drug Interactions

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83Drugs
83 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Manganese Concentrate with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Manganese3 drug types · 83 drugs

Antipsychotic Drugs

Theoretically, the risk for manganese toxicity might increase when taken with antipsychotic drugs.
Hallucinations and behavioral changes have been reported in a patient with liver disease who was taking haloperidol and manganese. Researchers speculate that taking manganese along with haloperidol, phenothiazine-derivatives, or other antipsychotic medications might increase the risk of manganese toxicity in some patients.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Quinolone Antibiotics

Theoretically, manganese might reduce the absorption of quinolone antibiotics.
Manganese is a multivalent cation. Interactions resulting in reduced quinolone absorption have been reported between quinolones and other multivalent cations, such as calcium and iron.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Tetracycline Antibiotics

Theoretically, manganese might reduce the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics.
Manganese is a multivalent cation. Interactions resulting in reduced tetracycline absorption have been reported between tetracyclines and other multivalent cations, such as calcium and iron.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Manganese Concentrate, from the product label.

Complete H2O Minerals

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Name
Complete H2O Minerals
Phone Number
1.877.646.3725
Web Address
www.completeh2ominerals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Manganese Concentrate by Complete H2O Minerals: Common Questions

Does Manganese Concentrate by Complete H2O Minerals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Manganese Concentrate has a known interaction with 83 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Manganese Concentrate 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.
What is manganese used for in this product?
Manganese is a mineral your body needs for bone health, metabolism, and wound healing. This product is effective for treating manganese deficiency. For other uses like hay fever, osteoporosis, or joint health, the evidence we hold isn't strong enough to say whether it works.
Is it safe to take high-dose manganese supplements?
No. High doses carry serious risk, including neurotoxicity that can cause Parkinson-like symptoms and potentially permanent neurological damage. There's also concern about liver damage at high doses. Stick to normal dietary amounts unless a doctor has advised otherwise.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
The data we hold shows conflicting safety ratings for manganese during breastfeeding—some mark it likely safe, others possibly or likely unsafe. There isn't clear guidance, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it while nursing.
What's in this liquid besides manganese?
The active ingredient is manganese (supplied as manganese chloride). The inactive ingredients are purified water and benzoic acid, which helps preserve the product.
Can manganese interact with my antibiotics?
Yes. If you take quinolone antibiotics (like ciprofloxacin) or tetracycline antibiotics (like doxycycline), manganese may reduce how well your body absorbs them. Check with your pharmacist or doctor before combining them; spacing doses a few hours apart may help, but confirm that plan first.

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The Full Monographs Behind Manganese Concentrate’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Manganese Concentrate'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 21 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.

Manganese 21 references
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  2. Barrington WW, Angle CR, Willcockson NK, et al. Autonomic function in manganese alloy workers. Environ Res 1998;78:50-8. PubMed
  3. Hauser RA, Zesiewicz TA, Martinez C, et al. Blood manganese correlates with brain magnetic resonance imaging changes in patients with liver disease. Can J Neurol Sci 1996;23:95-8. PubMed
  4. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
  5. Lee JW. Manganese intoxication. Arch Neurol 2000;57:597-9.. PubMed
  6. Powers KM, Smith-Weller T, Franklin GM, et al. Parkinson's disease risks associated with dietary iron, manganese, and other nutrient intakes. Neurology 2003;60:1761-6.. PubMed
  7. McMillan, D. E. A brief history of the neurobehavioral toxicity of manganese: some unanswered questions. Neurotoxicology 1999;20(2-3):499-507.
  8. Gerber, G. B., Leonard, A., and Hantson, P. Carcinogenicity, mutagenicity and teratogenicity of manganese compounds. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol. 2002;42(1):25-34. PubMed
  9. Jiang, Y. and Zheng, W. Cardiovascular toxicities upon manganese exposure. Cardiovasc.Toxicol 2005;5(4):345-354. PubMed
  10. Mehta, R. and Reilly, J. J. Manganese levels in a jaundiced long-term total parenteral nutrition patient: potentiation of haloperidol toxicity? Case report and literature review. JPEN J Parenter.Enteral Nutr 1990;14(4):428-430. PubMed
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  15. Ho CSH, Ho RCM, Quek AML. Chronic manganese toxicity associated with voltage-gated potassium channel complex antibodies in a relapsing neuropsychiatric disorder. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2018;15(4). pii: E783. doi: 10.3390/ijerph15040783. PubMed
  16. Yamamoto M, Sakurai K, Eguchi A, et al.; Japan Environment and Children's Study Group: Association between blood manganese level during pregnancy and birth size: the Japan environment and children's study (JECS). Environ Res 2019;172:117-26. PubMed
  17. Li D, Ge X, Liu Z, et al. Association between long-term occupational manganese exposure and bone quality among retired workers. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2020;27(1):482-9. PubMed
  18. Martin KV, Sucharew H, Dietrich KN, et al. Co-exposure to manganese and lead and pediatric neurocognition in East Liverpool, Ohio. Environ Res 2021;202:111644. PubMed
  19. Racette BA, Nelson G, Dlamini WW, et al. Depression and anxiety in a manganese-exposed community. Neurotoxicology 2021;85:222-33. PubMed
  20. Ruiz-Azcona L, Fernández-Olmo I, Expósito A, et al. Impact of environmental airborne manganese exposure on cognitive and motor functions in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2021;18(8):4075. PubMed
  21. Uyar E, Gurkas E, Aksu AU, et al. Can therapeutic plasma exchange be life-saving in life-threatening manganese intoxication?. Transfus Apher Sci 2022;61(4):103417. PubMed

See these in context on the Manganese monograph →

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