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Molybdenum Chelate-S Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nutri-West

Molybdenum Chelate-S label
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Tablet Or Pill Category: Mineral
No known interaction
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Molybdenum Chelate-S 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

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.

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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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Aug 20, 2026

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 normal enzyme function and metabolism. Molybdenum Chelate-S delivers it in chelated form, which is meant to aid absorption.

There are no inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Molybdenum's overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports Molybdenum for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Molybdenum deficiency — rated "Likely Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Molybdenum is likely effective for treating molybdenum deficiency, though true deficiency is rare in people eating a varied diet. For acne, iron deficiency anemia, asthma, osteoporosis, and esophageal cancer, the evidence is insufficient to say whether molybdenum helps.

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 from food and standard prenatal vitamins is generally considered safe. However, high-dose supplements may cause problems and are rarely necessary — the safe upper limit is 2 mg per day.

One striking case report described severe toxicity (psychosis, seizures, brain damage) after very high supplemental doses over a short period, though this is extreme. In pregnancy, the data shows it's likely safe at food and prenatal vitamin amounts, but possibly unsafe at high supplement doses — talk with your doctor before taking high-dose supplements if you're pregnant.

Lactation data suggests dietary amounts are 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 molybdenum. Still, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, particularly if you're on multiple medications or have chronic health conditions.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

If you have confirmed molybdenum deficiency, this supplement may help. If you're taking it to prevent deficiency or hoping it'll address acne or bone health, the evidence doesn't yet support that.

Keep doses modest — don't exceed 2 mg per day — and discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you're pregnant, taking other supplements, or have kidney problems.

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 Nov 25, 2013.

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 Nov 25, 2013
DSLD ID 28026
Product type Mineral
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free, Sugar Free
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 mcg133%

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Label statements
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Storage

Store in cool, dry place.

General

Product # 1326

General Statements

FOR DISTRIBUTION BY HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS ONLY.

"When You Want The Best"

Formulation

Contains no, salt, sugar, wheat, corn, yeast, milk, soy, or preservatives.

Precautions

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

TAMPER RESISTANT OUTER SEAL - DO NOT USE IF BROKEN.

Consult with your Physician if you have symptoms of gout or are pregnant.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: One tablet daily, or as directed.

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Molybdenum Chelate-S by Nutri-West label

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Molybdenum Chelate-S 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
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
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 safe to take every day?
At normal amounts (under 2 mg per day), molybdenum is generally well tolerated. But high-dose supplements are rarely necessary and can cause real harm — one case even led to seizures and brain damage. Stick to the upper limit and talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you're unsure about your dose.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Molybdenum from food and prenatal vitamins is likely safe in pregnancy. However, the data shows high-dose supplements may be unsafe — so avoid supplementing beyond what a prenatal vitamin provides unless your doctor advises it.
Will molybdenum help my acne or bones?
The evidence isn't established yet. Molybdenum is proven effective only for treating actual molybdenum deficiency, which is uncommon. For acne, anemia, asthma, and bone health, we don't have reliable data showing it works.
What does molybdenum actually do in my body?
Molybdenum is a trace mineral that helps your body run certain enzymes and metabolic processes. You need only a small amount, and you get it from most foods — true deficiency is rare.
I have a stainless steel stent. Is molybdenum safe for me?
Some stents contain molybdenum, and a few people have developed a contact allergy to it, which may raise restenosis risk. Talk to your cardiologist before taking this supplement if you have a stent.

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Go deeper

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.

Herb & supplement monograph

Molybdenum

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 supplements are rarely needed unless a do...

Read the full Molybdenum monograph →
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

See these in context on the Molybdenum monograph →

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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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