Vitacost Lysine including Vitamin C & Echinacea, 180 Tablets supplement bottle
Vitacost

Lysine including Vitamin C & Echinacea, 180 Tablets

What We Researched
9 active ingredients analyzed · 8 inactive ingredients decoded · 7 brand certifications checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
72
Product Score Fair
71
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 100 mg 111%
Calcium 190 mg 15%
Phosphorus 147 mg 12%
L-Lysine (as l-lysine HCl) 1500 mg *
Garlic (bulb)(10,000 ppm allicin potential) New-Gar® 200 mg *
Echinaceapurpurea(root)(4:1 extract) 100 mg *
Bee Propolis (2:1 concentration) 25 mg *
Licorice (root)(4:1 extract) 15 mg *
Goldenseal (root) 15 mg *
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) Fair
  • Calcium Good
  • Phosphorus Good
  • L-Lysine (as l-lysine HCl) Good
  • Garlic (bulb)(10,000 ppm allicin potential) New-Gar® Fair
  • Echinaceapurpurea(root)(4:1 extract) Fair
  • Bee Propolis (2:1 concentration) Fair
  • Licorice (root)(4:1 extract) Good
  • Goldenseal (root) Poor
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Dicalcium Phosphate
  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Vegetable Stearic Acid
  • Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
  • Silicon Dioxide
  • Croscarmellose Sodium
  • Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
  • Caramel color and Vegetable glycerin
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 100 mg Effective
  • Calcium 190 mg Under-dosed
  • Phosphorus 147 mg Under-dosed
  • L-Lysine (as l-lysine HCl) 1500 mg Effective
  • Garlic (bulb)(10,000 ppm allicin potential) New-Gar® 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Echinaceapurpurea(root)(4:1 extract) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Bee Propolis (2:1 concentration) 25 mg Under-dosed
  • Licorice (root)(4:1 extract) 15 mg Under-dosed
  • Goldenseal (root) 15 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 100 mg 111%
Calcium 190 mg 15%
Phosphorus 147 mg 12%
L-Lysine (as l-lysine HCl) 1500 mg *
Garlic (bulb)(10,000 ppm allicin potential) New-Gar® 200 mg *
Echinaceapurpurea(root)(4:1 extract) 100 mg *
Bee Propolis (2:1 concentration) 25 mg *
Licorice (root)(4:1 extract) 15 mg *
Goldenseal (root) 15 mg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Dicalcium Phosphate Safe

Serves as both a filler and a supplemental source of calcium and phosphorus.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

Adds bulk to small-dose supplements to make tablets/capsules a manageable size.

Vegetable Stearic Acid Generally_safe

It is used to prevent ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment.

Vegetable Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to equipment. Derived from vegetable sources.

Silicon Dioxide Safe

Prevents clumping and ensures consistent dosing.

Croscarmellose Sodium Safe

Helps tablets break apart and dissolve quickly in the stomach.

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Safe

It is used as a coating for tablets and capsules.

Caramel color and Vegetable glycerin Unknown

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Vitacost

Founded 1994 · Boca Raton, Florida, United States · 119 products · vitacost.com

Certifications

7 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Informed Sport Verified Source
Nsf Certified For Sport Verified Source
Gluten Free Gfco Verified Source
Non Gmo Project Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source
Vegan Certified Verified Source

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Claimed Source

Violation History

5 incidents
Recall Navitas Organics - Organic Chia Seeds, 8oz2026-01-23Source
Prop 65 Lead2024-02-08Source
Prop 65 Lead2020-08-05Source
Lawsuit Mislabeled magnesium content in supplements, failing to list magnesium oxide as an ingredient.2016Source
Lawsuit Breach of fiduciary duties by the board of directors in relation to the acquisition by Kroger.2014Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vitacost Lysine including Vitamin C & Echinacea, 180 Tablets a good supplement?

Vitacost Lysine including Vitamin C & Echinacea, 180 Tablets received a product quality score of 72/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 9 active ingredients with 60 servings per container. Of the 8 inactive ingredients, 6 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Vitacost, holds a brand trust score of 71/100 with 7 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Informed Sport, Nsf Certified For Sport, Gluten Free Gfco.

What are the ingredients in Vitacost Lysine including Vitamin C & Echinacea, 180 Tablets?

Vitacost Lysine including Vitamin C & Echinacea, 180 Tablets contains 9 active ingredients: Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) (100 mg), Calcium (190 mg), Phosphorus (147 mg), L-Lysine (as l-lysine HCl) (1500 mg), Garlic (bulb)(10,000 ppm allicin potential) New-Gar® (200 mg), Echinaceapurpurea(root)(4:1 extract) (100 mg), and 3 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Vitacost Lysine including Vitamin C & Echinacea, 180 Tablets safe to take?

Vitacost Lysine including Vitamin C & Echinacea, 180 Tablets has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Vitacost a trustworthy supplement brand?

Vitacost receives a brand trust score of 71/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, United States, the company offers 119 products in their lineup. They hold 7 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Informed Sport, Nsf Certified For Sport, Gluten Free Gfco. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Vitacost has 5 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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