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Dietary supplement

Molybdenum Chelate-S Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nutri-West

Tablet Or Pill Category: Mineral
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Molybdenum Chelate-S is a dietary supplement by Nutri-West 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 Molybdenum Chelate-S by Nutri-West

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: molybdenum, a trace mineral your body needs in small amounts for certain enzyme functions. The tablet also contains inactive ingredients—dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, and magnesium stearate—which are fillers and binders that hold the tablet together.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: molybdenum supplementation.
  • We looked for evidence on: Molybdenum deficiency.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Molybdenum is rated "Likely Effective" for Molybdenum deficiency (Natural Medicines).

Molybdenum supplements are likely effective for correcting molybdenum deficiency, which is rare but can happen. For acne, iron deficiency anemia, asthma, osteoporosis, and esophageal cancer, the evidence isn't established in the data we hold—there isn't reliable enough information to rate whether this supplement works for those uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Molybdenum

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.

Molybdenum is generally well tolerated when you stay at or below the safe upper limit of 2 mg per day. The caution here is about going over that—high-dose supplements can cause serious problems, including psychosis, seizures, and brain damage in rare cases, and they're rarely necessary.

During pregnancy, dietary amounts and prenatal vitamin levels appear likely safe, but high-dose supplements should be avoided unless your doctor advises otherwise. During breastfeeding, dietary amounts appear likely safe.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Molybdenum

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 medications we checked against this product's ingredient.

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.

This supplement makes sense if you have a confirmed molybdenum deficiency and your doctor or pharmacist recommends it. If you're thinking about taking it on your own, check first—molybdenum is in many foods, deficiency is rare, and high-dose supplements come with real risks.

Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you start.

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 Feb 26, 2020.

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 Molybdenum Chelate-S, straight from the product label.

Brand Nutri-West
Net contents 90 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 26, 2020
DSLD ID 214907
Product type Mineral
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
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 Molybdenum Chelate-S by Nutri-West, 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:
1 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
IngredientAmount% DV
Molybdenum100 mcg134%

Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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General Statements

For distribution by health care professionals only.

“When you want the best”

Storage

Store in cool, dry place.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Tamper resistant outer seal – do not use if broken.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Molybdenum Chelate-S by Nutri-West label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Molybdenum Chelate-S by Nutri-West

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 Amounts shown are per serving.

Molybdenum

No known
interactions
100 mcg per serving Form: Molybdenum Chelate

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 & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Molybdenum Chelate-S by Nutri-West Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Molybdenum Chelate-S. 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 Molybdenum Chelate-S, from the product label.

Nutri-West

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Name
Nutri-West
Street Address
P.O. Box 950
City
Douglas
State
WY
ZipCode
82633
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Molybdenum Chelate-S by Nutri-West: Common Questions

Does Molybdenum Chelate-S by Nutri-West interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Molybdenum Chelate-S. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Molybdenum Chelate-S 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.
Is molybdenum actually something I need to supplement?
Molybdenum deficiency is rare because it's in many foods—grains, legumes, nuts, and leafy greens all have it. High-dose supplements are rarely necessary and can cause problems. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether you actually need it before starting.
What's the difference between food molybdenum and a supplement?
The amounts of molybdenum in food and prenatal vitamins are generally fine and safe. Supplements can pack much larger doses—and doses above 2 mg per day can cause serious side effects, including seizures and brain damage in rare cases. That's why your doctor's advice matters if you're considering the supplement form.
Is this safe to take while I'm pregnant?
Dietary amounts of molybdenum and the amount in prenatal vitamins appear likely safe during pregnancy. High-dose supplements, though, should be avoided unless your doctor has advised you to take them specifically.
What does molybdenum actually do in my body?
Molybdenum is a trace mineral that helps certain enzymes work properly. Your body needs only a small amount—and you get that from food in most cases.
Can molybdenum supplements help with acne or asthma?
There isn't reliable enough evidence to say whether molybdenum works for acne, asthma, or several other conditions. Right now it's only established as effective for correcting actual molybdenum deficiency.

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The Full Monographs Behind Molybdenum Chelate-S’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Molybdenum Chelate-S'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 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
  1. 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
  2. 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.
  3. Rajagopalan KV. Molybdenum: an essential trace element in human nutrition. Annu Rev Nutr 1988;8:401-27. PubMed
  4. Selden AI, Berg NP, Soderbergh A, Bergstrom BE. Occupational molybdenum exposure and a gouty electrician. Occup Med (Lond) 2005;55:145-8. PubMed
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Vyskocil A, Viau C. Assessment of molybdenum toxicity in humans. J Appl Toxicol 1999;19:185-92. DOI
  8. 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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