A daily multivitamin and mineral food supplement for adults over 50. One vegetarian capsule a day.
Nutrition and health claims
- Vitamins B2, B3 (niacin), B6 and B12 contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6 and B12 contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism
- Vitamin C, vitamin D, zinc and selenium contribute to the normal function of the immune system
- Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and normal muscle function
- Zinc and iron contribute to normal cognitive function
- Thiamin contributes to the normal function of the heart
What's inside
Vitamins A (as beta-carotene), B-complex, C, D3, E and K2, plus zinc, iron and selenium, with CoQ10, lutein, zeaxanthin and L-glutathione.
Nutritional information per capsule
| Nutrient | Per capsule | %NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Beta-carotene | 2mg | – |
| Thiamin (vitamin B1) | 1.65mg | 150% |
| Riboflavin (vitamin B2) | 2.1mg | 150% |
| Niacin (vitamin B3) | 24mg | 150% |
| Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) | 9mg | 150% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.1mg | 150% |
| Biotin (vitamin B7) | 75µg | 150% |
| Folate (vitamin B9, as methylfolate) | 300µg | 150% |
| Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin) | 10µg | 400% |
| Vitamin C | 120mg | 150% |
| Vitamin D3 (1,000 IU) | 25µg | 500% |
| Vitamin E (natural D-alpha tocopheryl succinate) | 18mg (27 IU) | 150% |
| Vitamin K2 (MK-7) | 75µg | 100% |
| Boron | 3mg | – |
| Chromium | 60µg | 150% |
| Copper | 1.5mg | 150% |
| Iodine | 150µg | 100% |
| Iron | 9mg | 64% |
| Manganese | 3mg | 150% |
| Selenium | 82.5µg | 150% |
| Zinc | 15mg | 150% |
| Citrus bioflavonoids | 36mg | – |
| Coenzyme Q10 | 100mg | – |
| L-carnitine | 30mg | – |
| Lutein | 10mg | – |
| Zeaxanthin | 2mg | – |
| L-glutathione | 20mg | – |
NRV = Nutrient Reference Value. – = no NRV established. 60 capsules per pouch.
How to take
Take 1 capsule daily with water, with a meal. Take one Dr Marks multivitamin only, and do not exceed the stated dose. If you have liver disease, or take other supplements containing manganese, check with your GP or pharmacist first. Contains beta-carotene. Not suitable for smokers or people exposed to asbestos. Contains vitamin K. If you take anticoagulant medicine such as warfarin, speak to your GP or pharmacist before taking this product. If you take levothyroxine, take this product at least 4 hours apart. Leave at least 2 to 3 hours between this product and tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics, bisphosphonates, or levodopa. Not suitable for people with haemochromatosis unless advised by their doctor. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Good to know
Plant-based capsule. Made in the UK. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or under medical supervision, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep out of reach of children.
Silver, Best Multi Vitamin – Wellness from Within Awards 2024
Formulation Comparison
Dr Marks Over 50s Multivitamin vs Typical High-Street Supplement
60 vegetarian capsules · 1 a day · 42p/daySuitable for vegetarians
| What to look for | Dr Marks Over 50s Multivitamin | Typical High-Street Supplement |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist actives included | Dr Marks100mg CoQ10, 10mg lutein, 2mg zeaxanthin & 20mg L-glutathione built in |
Typical High-StreetBasic A–Z vitamins only (or trace 2–10mg CoQ10) |
| D3 + K2 pairing | Dr Marks25µg (1,000 IU) Vitamin D3 + 75µg Vitamin K2 (MK-7) |
Typical High-StreetVitamin D alone with no K2 |
| Active forms | Dr MarksMethylfolate (300µg), methylcobalamin (10µg) & natural D-alpha Vitamin E |
Typical High-StreetSynthetic folic acid & dl-alpha tocopherol |
| Award pedigree | Dr MarksWellness From Within 2024 Silver Winner (Best Multi Vitamin) |
Typical High-StreetStandard supermarket 50+ tablet |
| Excipients & coatings | Dr MarksNo titanium dioxide, talc, tablet glazes or artificial colours |
Typical High-StreetBulking agents, tablet glazes and artificial colours |
| Format & packaging | Dr MarksFlat, letterbox-friendly resealable pouch |
Typical High-StreetBulky plastic tubs or blister packs |
| Formulated by | Dr MarksPractising UK GPs |
Typical High-StreetGeneric mass-market contract formulas |
Compared against common single-form or standard A–Z high-street tablet formulations.
A GP’s View on Supplement Timelines
Consistent Daily Use: What Happens in the Body
Many supplement brands print fixed charts promising you will “feel more energy in Week 2” or “see thicker hair in Month 2”. As practising UK GPs, we won’t do that. What happens when you take a supplement depends on whether you are topping up an everyday diet (where nutrients work quietly in the background and you may not “feel” a sudden change) or correcting a low level found on a GP blood test.
Days 1–7
Daily routine & digestive comfort
Take 1 capsule a day with a main meal and water. Taking your capsule with food is gentler on the stomach and helps fat-soluble vitamins absorb normally.
Note: Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) naturally turns urine bright yellow — this is harmless and simply shows water-soluble B vitamins passing through.
Weeks 2–6
Steady daily nutritional intake
Consistent daily intake helps top up your diet every day rather than in sporadic bursts. Water-soluble nutrients (such as B vitamins and vitamin C) are used daily and aren’t stored in large amounts, while fat-soluble nutrients (such as vitamin D) build up gradually with steady daily intake.
Weeks 8–12 (1–2 pouches)
Long-term maintenance & GP blood re-checks
Red blood cells turn over roughly every 90 to 120 days. When a GP treats a confirmed low level (such as vitamin B12 or vitamin D), NICE and NHS guidance typically schedules a clinical review or follow-up check around 3 months. For everyday dietary top-ups, steady ongoing habits matter most.
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Dr Marc CrutchleyMBChB MRCGP MSc BSc (Hons), Co-founder
Dr Mark WilshereMBChB MRCGP DCH BSc (Hons), Co-founder
GP-Formulated in the UK✓ GMC-Registered Practising UK GPs · 40+ Years Combined Experience
Meet the GPs behind Dr Marks
Formulated by Dr Marc Crutchley and Dr Mark Wilshere, practising UK GPs.
With over 40 years of combined clinical experience as GMC-registered UK GPs, we formulate every Dr Marks supplement using bioavailable nutrient forms at meaningful daily doses — in clean plant-based capsules with zero synthetic fillers or binders.
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