Product overview

What to know about Min-Chex®

Min-Chex combines nutrients involved in neurotransmitter and adrenal function with minerals and animal-derived tissue ingredients. It is materially different from a simple magnesium or B-vitamin product, making label review especially important.*

Key label facts

One capsule lists niacin 25 mg, vitamin B6 5 mg, iodine 300 mcg and a 250 mg tissue-and-mineral blend. Contains wheat and animal-derived ingredients. The manufacturer requires direct supervision of a qualified health care professional and cautions about antithyroid medicines.

These are labeled serving facts. Follow this product’s manufacturer directions and full cautions.

  • Provides niacin, vitamin B6 and iodine.
  • Supports normal nervous-system function and emotional balance.*
  • Combines key ingredient concepts from Min-Tran and Orchex.

Ingredients and dietary attributes

Ingredient overview

Each Serving Size (1 Capsule) contains: Niacin 25 mg, Vitamin B6 5 mg, Calcium 20 mg, Iodine 300 mcg, Sodium 10 mg. Proprietary Blend 250 mg: Bovine orchic Cytosol™ extract, magnesium citrate, manganese lactate, bovine liver, porcine stomach, bovine spleen, ovine spleen, defatted wheat germ, porcine brain, and ascorbic acid. Other Ingredients: Calcium lactate, kelp, gelatin, niacinamide, water, pyridoxine hydrochloride, and calcium stearate. Contains: Wheat. Confirm the current package label before use.

Dietary and allergen considerations

  • Non-Dairy Formula
  • Non-Soy Formula

Use only under direct supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Consult your practitioner during pregnancy, nursing or use of antithyroid medicines. Contains wheat and animal-derived ingredients.

Use the ingredient statement and label on the package you receive as the current source for dietary decisions.

Nutrient references

Ingredient research context

These NIH resources explain ingredients in the formula. They do not test or endorse this product.

Review current Min-Chex® label and listing in the WSNC inSITE store ↗ for the ingredients and nutrients in this product. The references below give ingredient or nutrient context; they do not test or endorse the formula.

  • Niacin (Vitamin B3)

    This NIH resource provides background on niacin (vitamin b3). Check the current product label for the ingredient form and amount; this reference does not test or endorse Min-Chex®. NIH background: Niacin (Vitamin B3) ↗

  • Vitamin B6

    This NIH resource provides background on vitamin b6. Check the current product label for the ingredient form and amount; this reference does not test or endorse Min-Chex®. NIH background: Vitamin B6 ↗

  • Calcium

    This NIH resource provides background on calcium. Check the current product label for the ingredient form and amount; this reference does not test or endorse Min-Chex®. NIH background: Calcium ↗

  • Magnesium

    This NIH resource provides background on magnesium. Check the current product label for the ingredient form and amount; this reference does not test or endorse Min-Chex®. NIH background: Magnesium ↗

  • Iodine

    This NIH resource provides background on iodine. Check the current product label for the ingredient form and amount; this reference does not test or endorse Min-Chex®. NIH background: Iodine ↗

Compare the label details

Min-Chex® label comparisons

One capsule lists niacin 25 mg, vitamin B6 5 mg, iodine 300 mcg and a 250 mg tissue-and-mineral blend. Compare the complete selected formula and labeled serving. Shared ingredients do not establish equivalent amounts or interchangeable use.

Compare recorded product information, then open each full product page for complete ingredients and cautions. Serving instructions are product-specific.
ProductListing focusDeclared formula in briefLabel directions
Min-Chex®View product →Standard ProcessA vitamin, mineral and tissue-based formula designed to support nervous-system function and emotional balance during occasional stress.*One capsule lists niacin 25 mg, vitamin B6 5 mg, iodine 300 mcg and a 250 mg tissue-and-mineral blend. Contains wheat and animal-derived ingredients. The manufacturer requires direct supervision of a qualified health care professional and cautions about antithyroid medicines.One capsule before each meal, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.Full ingredients and cautions →
Min-Tran®View product →Standard ProcessNervous system health*Three tablets list calcium 180 mg, magnesium 70 mg and iodine 450 mcg. Ingredients include calcium lactate, magnesium citrate, honey, kelp and alfalfa. These amounts describe three tablets, not one tablet or automatically the full daily amount.Three tablets twice per day, or as directed.Full ingredients and cautions →

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Common questions

Min-Chex® FAQ

Clear answers based on the current manufacturer listing and practitioner context.

Does Min-Chex contain iodine?

Yes. Each capsule lists 300 mcg of iodine, so thyroid history and antithyroid medication should be discussed with a practitioner.

Does Min-Chex contain wheat?

Yes. Defatted wheat germ is listed, and wheat is identified as an allergen.

Is Min-Chex vegetarian?

No. It contains gelatin and several bovine, porcine and ovine tissue ingredients.

Is Min-Chex the same as Min-Tran?

No. Min-Chex supplies niacin and B6 along with iodine and a tissue-and-mineral blend. Min-Tran has a different mineral-based formula. Compare declared iodine across all products, and follow Min-Chex’s direct-professional-supervision warning rather than copying a marketplace’s dosing suggestion.

Source transparency

Product sources and review notes

Product details and formulas may change. Review the current manufacturer listing and the label on the package before use. The date above records a price check; it is not an editorial review date. How we research product information →