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Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Rise-N-Shine

Gummy Or Jelly Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor is a dietary supplement by Rise-N-Shine with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for treating or preventing b12 deficiency, pernicious anemia, low energy and fatigue.Based on those ingredients, 20 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Vitamin B12. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor by Rise-N-Shine

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 has one active ingredient: vitamin B12, a B vitamin your body needs to make red blood cells, keep your nervous system working, and produce DNA. The gummies also contain inactive ingredients — glucose syrup, sugar, glucose, pectin, citric acid, sodium citrate, natural raspberry flavor, vegetable oil, and carnauba wax — which make up the gummy form and add sweetness and texture.

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
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: Vitamin B-12 nutrient support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Vitamin B12 deficiency, Fatigue, Peripheral neuropathy, Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, Diabetic neuropathy, Energy support — and 2 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Vitamin B12 is rated "Effective" for Vitamin B12 deficiency (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Vitamin B12 is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, Diabetic neuropathy, Fatigue, Peripheral neuropathy.

Vitamin B12 in this gummy is effective for treating vitamin B12 deficiency and a rare condition called Imerslund-Grasbeck disease. It's also likely effective for cyanide poisoning.

For canker sores and postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain after shingles), the evidence is possibly effective — meaning there's some support but it's not as solid.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin B12

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.

B12 is generally very well tolerated. Your body removes excess B12 through your urine, so there's no established upper limit for how much is too much.

B12 is needed during pregnancy and breastfeeding and is considered safe at normal recommended amounts — follow your healthcare provider's guidance on dosing. Serious side effects are rare.

Allergic reactions such as rash, itching, redness, or hives can occur in some people, and in very rare cases have been reported after long-term oral B12 use. Injection site reactions occur with shots, not gummies.

A rare but serious concern: correcting severe anemia with B12 has been linked in case reports to dangerous drops in potassium levels, though this is extremely uncommon.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin B12

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Vitamin B12.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • For scale: 20 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.

If you take metformin (Glucophage) for type 2 diabetes, check with your pharmacist before starting. Metformin can lower B12 absorption, and adding this supplement means you'll want to monitor your B12 status together with your doctor.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

These gummies are a straightforward way to get B12 if you're deficient or at risk — it's safe and well tolerated by most people. If you take metformin for diabetes, check with us before starting, since the combination needs monitoring.

Talk to your pharmacist about whether the dose in these gummies is right for you.

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 Oct 24, 2023.

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 Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor, straight from the product label.

Brand Rise-N-Shine
Barcode (UPC) 899130011891
Net contents 30 Gummy(ies)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2023
DSLD ID 297099
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Gummy Or Jelly
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 Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor by Rise-N-Shine, 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 Gummie(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Gummie(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
899130011891
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories7.5 Gram(s)--
Total Carbohydrates2 Gram(s)0.5%
Vitamin B12500 mcg20833%
Added Sugars2 Gram(s)4%
Total Sugars2 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Glucose Syrup, Sugar, Glucose, Pectin, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, natural Raspberry flavor, Vegetable oil, Carnauba Wax

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 1 gummy daily or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Caution: Take only as directed. Do not exceed suggested dosage.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18 or individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18 or individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

This product is manufactured and packaged in a facility which may also process milk, soy, wheat, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and crustacean shellfish.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Allergen Warning: Contains Tree Nuts (Coconut).

General Statements

This product may settle during shipping.

New

Formulation

Natural colors will darken over time. this does not alter the potency of the product.

Contains natural and synthetic/artificial ingredients.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Brand IP Statement(s)

Everyday Desires Met ... Naturally Rise-N-Shine

Formula

Gummy Vitamins for Adults

Gummy Vitamins for Adults Raspberry Flavor

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor by Rise-N-Shine label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor by Rise-N-Shine

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

Serving size1 Gummie(s) Dosage formGummy Or Jelly Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Vitamin B12

Interacts with
20 drugs
500 mcg per serving Form: Cyanocobalamin

Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is an essential nutrient your body needs to make red blood cells, keep nerves healthy, and support DNA. Supplements are very h...

Vitamin B12 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Glucose Syrup, Sugar, Glucose, Pectin, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Natural Raspberry flavor, Vegetable oil, Carnauba Wax. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor by Rise-N-Shine Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor 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.

Vitamin B121 drug type · 20 drugs

Metformin (Glucophage)

Metformin, a common medication used to manage type 2 diabetes, has been associated with lower vitamin B12 levels in some individuals. Prolonged use of metformin can interfere with the absorption of B12 in the digestive system, potentially leading to a deficiency in this essential vitamin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence A
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor, from the product label.

Rise-N-Shine

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Name
Rise-N-Shine, LLC
Street Address
17 Woodport Road
City
Sparta
State
NJ
ZipCode
07871
Phone Number
973-729-4141
Web Address
www.rise-n-shine.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor by Rise-N-Shine: Common Questions

Does Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor by Rise-N-Shine interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor has a known interaction with 20 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor 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.
Will these gummies help if I'm deficient in B12?
Yes. Vitamin B12 is effective for treating B12 deficiency. The dose in these gummies and how often you take them matter, though — your pharmacist or doctor can tell you if this product is the right fit for your situation.
Can I take B12 gummies while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
B12 is needed during both pregnancy and breastfeeding and is considered safe at normal recommended amounts. Follow your provider's advice on dosing for your individual needs.
Are there side effects to B12 gummies?
B12 is generally very well tolerated. Allergic reactions like rash or itching are rare but possible. Serious side effects are uncommon, though very rare cases of dangerous drops in potassium have been reported when correcting severe anemia.
Is there a limit to how much B12 I can take?
No. B12 has no established upper limit because your body removes excess through your urine. You can't really overdose on it, though more isn't necessarily better — stick to what your provider recommends.
What's in these gummies besides the B12?
The gummies are made with glucose syrup, sugar, glucose, pectin (a thickener), citric acid, sodium citrate, natural raspberry flavor, vegetable oil, and carnauba wax — all the stuff that makes them taste good and hold their shape.

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The Full Monographs Behind Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor’s Ingredients

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Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Vitamin B-12 Gummies Raspberry Flavor'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 30 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.

Vitamin B12 30 references
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See these in context on the Vitamin B12 monograph →

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