B-50 Gels

69B

Grade B · capsule · 50 servings · $18.90

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Scored by the Formulate Research Team · Last reviewed July 2026

Score Breakdown

Three factors carry this score; three more are checked separately and can only take points away. Hover or tap to see what drove each one.

Evidence Qualityweight 40%

92/ 100

Dose Adequacyweight 35%

86/ 100

Form/Bioavailabilityweight 25%

80/ 100

Transparencyweight 0%

60/ 100

Safety/Redundancyweight 0%

100/ 100

Manufacturing Qualityweight 0%

50/ 100

Ingredients per Serving

Ingredient	Amount	% Daily Value
Thiamine 42 systematic reviews · 101 randomised trials benefit · in-hospital mortality (septic shock) benefit · renal replacement therapy use benefit · icu mortality (sepsis) benefit · sepsis severity markers (sofa score, vasopressor duration, procalcitonin clearance)	50 mg	undefined%
Riboflavin 9 systematic reviews · 14 randomised trials benefit · migraine benefit · colorectal cancer risk benefit · breast cancer risk benefit · renal cell cancer risk	50 mg	undefined%
Niacin 22 systematic reviews · 99 randomised trials benefit · pellagra symptoms benefit · triglycerides benefit · hdl cholesterol benefit · amd progression	50 mg	undefined%
Vitamin B6 62 systematic reviews · 142 randomised trials benefit · homocysteine levels benefit · vascular restenosis benefit · restless legs syndrome symptoms benefit · nausea and vomiting in pregnancy	50 mg	undefined%
Folate 249 systematic reviews · 697 randomised trials benefit · neural tube defects benefit · anaemia harm · gestational diabetes risk harm · offspring neurodevelopment	680 mcg DFE	undefined%
Vitamin B12 141 systematic reviews · 337 randomised trials benefit · vitamin b12 deficiency benefit · vitamin b12 blood levels/status benefit · stroke benefit · major adverse cardiovascular events (mace)	50 mcg	undefined%
Biotin 10 systematic reviews · 32 randomised trials no effect found · visual parameters in optic neuritis harm · immunoassay test results	50 mcg	undefined%
Pantothenic Acid 3 systematic reviews · 27 randomised trials no effect found · venous thrombosis	50 mg	undefined%
Phosphatidylcholine 25 systematic reviews · 186 randomised trials benefit · cognitive impairment benefit · neurocognitive development in alcohol-exposed pregnancy benefit · brain development in first 1000 days benefit · cognitive function and stroke prognosis	50 mg	undefined%

Certifications & Testing

Gluten-Free

Other Ingredients

Soybean Oil, Beeswax, Beef Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Carob, Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil

Recommended Use

Directions: Adults: take one soft gel daily at mealtime.

Warnings

Warning: Do not take if you are pregnant or lactating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carlson B-50 Gels's Formulate score?

Carlson B-50 Gels scores 69 out of 100 (grade B) on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric: clinical evidence, dose accuracy and bioavailability carry the score, while manufacturing, transparency and safety are checked separately and can only deduct.

Is Carlson B-50 Gels worth it?

Carlson B-50 Gels scores 69/100 (grade B). That's an above-average result — most of its doses and ingredient forms are well-chosen, with only minor gaps in dosing, transparency, or testing. Formulate grades every product with the same automated rubric, so the score reflects the formula — not marketing or sponsorships.

What's in Carlson B-50 Gels?

Each serving contains Thiamine (50 mg), Riboflavin (50 mg), Niacin (50 mg), Vitamin B6 (50 mg), and more. Serving size: 1 Softgel(s). 50 servings per container.

How do I take b-50 gels?

Directions: Adults: take one soft gel daily at mealtime.

Who makes B-50 Gels?

B-50 Gels is made by Carlson. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for Carlson on its brand page.

Is Carlson B-50 Gels third-party tested?

Carlson lists the following certifications and testing for this product: Gluten-Free.

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