Moly-B Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Carlson
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Moly-B against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Moly-B is a dietary supplement by Carlson with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for correcting molybdenum deficiency, supporting enzyme function, general nutritional supplementation.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 Moly-B by Carlson
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Moly-B is a single-ingredient supplement containing molybdenum, a mineral that your body needs in tiny amounts for normal function. It also contains several inactive ingredients (cellulose, maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, and ethylcellulose) that help form and stabilize the tablet.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Molybdenum is likely effective for treating molybdenum deficiency, which is rare in people eating a varied diet. For acne, iron deficiency anemia, asthma, osteoporosis, and esophageal cancer, the evidence we have isn't strong enough to say whether it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Molybdenum from food and prenatal vitamins is generally well tolerated. High-dose supplements, though, are a different story—they're rarely necessary and may cause problems.
The upper safe limit from all sources is 2 mg per day. In rare cases, very high doses have caused serious neurological effects including psychosis, seizures, and brain damage.
If you're thinking about high-dose supplementation, talk to your doctor first.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for molybdenum in our data. That said, always mention any supplement you're taking to your pharmacist when you pick up a new prescription.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Moly-B is appropriate if your diet is low in molybdenum or if your doctor recommends it for deficiency. Most people get enough from food alone, so check with your pharmacist before starting, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or considering long-term use at high doses.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 25, 2025.
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
General information
Key facts about Moly-B, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Carlson |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 088395056413 |
| Net contents | 100 Vegetarian Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 337545 |
| Product type | Mineral |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Moly-B by Carlson, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Molybdenum | 500 mcg | 1111% |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Maltodextrin, Silicon Dioxide, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Ethylcellulose
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Formula
Chelated Molybdenum
Carlson Moly-B contains molybdenum that is chelated to glycine for optimal bioavailability.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Formulation
Metabolism Support Enzyme Activation
Moly-B (molybdenum) is a trace mineral that helps metabolize fats and proteins, and is stored in our liver, bones, and kidneys. It is an important cofactor for the activation of multiple enzymes that perform metabolism and antioxidant activities throughout the body. Potency & Quality Guaranteed An FDA Regulated Facility
Gluten-free No Artificial Preservatives
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Adults: take one tablet daily at mealtime.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Moly-B by Carlson label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Moly-B by Carlson
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.
Molybdenum
No knowninteractions
Molybdenum is an essential trace mineral your body needs in tiny amounts to help certain enzymes work. Most people get enough from a normal diet, so s...
Molybdenum monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Maltodextrin, Silicon Dioxide, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Ethylcellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Moly-B by Carlson Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Moly-B. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Moly-B, from the product label.
Carlson
See all Carlson products- Name
- Carlson Division of J.R. Carlson Laboratories, Inc.
- City
- Lincolnshire
- State
- IL
- ZipCode
- 60069
- Phone Number
- 888-234-5656
- Web Address
- carlsonlabs.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Moly-B’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Moly-B'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 8 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.
Molybdenum 8 references
- Chan S, Gerson B, Subramaniam S. The role of copper, molybdenum, selenium, and zinc in nutrition and health. Clin Lab Med 1998;18:673-85. DOI
- 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.
- Rajagopalan KV. Molybdenum: an essential trace element in human nutrition. Annu Rev Nutr 1988;8:401-27. PubMed
- Selden AI, Berg NP, Soderbergh A, Bergstrom BE. Occupational molybdenum exposure and a gouty electrician. Occup Med (Lond) 2005;55:145-8. PubMed
- Al-Saleh E, Nandakumaran M, Al-Shammari M, Al-Harouny A. Maternal-fetal status of copper, iron, molybdenum, selenium and zinc in patients with gestational diabetes. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2004;16:15-21. PubMed
- Koster R, Vieluf D, Kiehn M, et al. Nickel and molybdenum contact allergies in patients with coronary in-stent restenosis. Lancet 2000;356:1895-7. PubMed
- Vyskocil A, Viau C. Assessment of molybdenum toxicity in humans. J Appl Toxicol 1999;19:185-92. DOI
- Momcilovic, B. A case report of acute human molybdenum toxicity from a dietary molybdenum supplement--a new member of the "Lucor metallicum" family. Arh.Hig.Rada Toksikol. 1999;50(3):289-297. DOI
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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.
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