Frequently Asked Questions

Product

What is Berocca Orange?

Berocca Orange contains:

•11 vitamins & minerals*

•No caffeine

•No sugar

•No artificial colours

It is aspartame free and suitable for vegans.

Berocca Orange is the second of our range to not include the sweetener aspartame, alongside Berocca Blackcurrant, and we are working to make the whole range aspartame free in the future.

*Vitamins B1, B2, Niacin (B3), Pantothenic acid (B5), B6, Biotin (B7), Folic Acid (B9), B12, Vitamin C, Magnesium & Zinc.

What are Berocca Film Coated Tablets?

Take 1 tablet per day with a glass of water, swallowed whole. All the benefits without the fizz.

Berocca Film Coated Tablets contain the same 11 Vitamins & Minerals found in Berocca Orange. These are vitamins B1, B2, niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), B6, biotin (B7), folic acid (B9), B12, vitamin C, magnesium & zinc.

Does Berocca have recyclable packaging?

The Berocca range features recycling symbols on all of its products packaging, this states the tubes and cartons can be widely recycled.

What vitamins and minerals does Berocca contain?

Berocca contains 11 vitamins and minerals: vitamins B1, B2, niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), B6, biotin (B7), folic acid (B9), B12, vitamin C and minerals magnesium & zinc.

Helping you stay on top form.

Helps you feel energised: Vitamins B1, B2, B3 and B7 work with your body to naturally generate energy from your food.
Supports immunity: Vitamin C and zinc contribute to the normal function of the immune system.
Reduces tiredness and fatigue: Vitamin B6, B9, B12 and magnesium help to reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Supports mental performance: Vitamin B5 contributes to normal mental performance.

What vitamins and minerals does Berocca Immuno contain?

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as zinc, copper, iron & selenium. All support your immune system. Vitamins B6 & B12 also support energy release and help reduce tiredness & fatigue. It also contains vitamin E, an antioxidant which helps to protect cells from oxidative stress.

How does Berocca work?

Just one Berocca tablet is packed full of 11 vitamins and minerals. Berocca contains all 8 B vitamins – the Vitamin B Complex, Vitamin C, Magnesium & Zinc.

Helping you stay on top form

Helps you feel energised: Vitamins B1, B2, B3 and B7 work with your body to naturally generate energy from your food.
Supports immunity: Vitamin C and Zinc contribute to the normal function of the immune system.
Reduces tiredness and fatigue: Vitamin B6, B9, B12 and magnesium help to reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Supports mental performance: Vitamin B5 contributes to normal mental performance.

In need of a boost?

Berocca Boost* contains the same 11 vitamins and minerals as Berocca, as well as caffeine, which helps improve your alertness and concentration – giving you an additional kick, when needed. Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those nursing/breast feeding.

How many calories are there in Berocca?

Berocca contains negligible calories:

Berocca effervescent tablets each contain only 6–8 kcal – depending on the flavour
Berocca film-coated tablets each contain less than 1 kcal
Berocca Boost effervescent tablets each contain 8 kcal
Berocca Immuno tablets each contain 7.2 kcal;

Are Berocca film-coated tablets any different to the effervescent tablets?

Both Berocca effervescent tablets and film-coated tablets contain 11 vitamins and minerals* including vitamins B1 and B2 to support energy release and vitamin C and zinc to support the immune system.

Berocca film-coated tablets are swallowed with a glass of water.

Berocca effervescent tablets are dissolved in a glass or bottle of water to be enjoyed as a drink.

The film-coated tablets contain lactose in the coating, which should be noted by people with a vegan diet and a lactose/milk intolerance.

There are slightly different levels of vitamins and minerals in the film-coated tablets and the effervescent tablets, and between Berocca and Berocca Boost; please see product pages for more detail.

*Vitamins B1, B2, Niacin (B3), Pantothenic acid (B5), B6, Biotin (B7), Folic Acid (B9), B12, Vitamin C, Magnesium & Zinc.

What does NRV mean?

NRV stands for Nutrient Reference Value. This is the daily amount of a vitamin or mineral that the average person should aim to include in their diet.

The % NRV in a food supplement label tells you how much of the recommend allowance for a vitamin or mineral allowance you get from each dose of the supplement.

It is a straight replacement for RDA (Recommended Daily Amount).

Should I be concerned that Berocca contains levels of vitamins above the NRV?

There is no need for concern that some of the vitamins in Berocca are at levels above the NRV (Nutrient Reference Values). They are all below the Upper Safe Levels which were established in 2003 by an expert group who examined information available for dietary vitamins and minerals.

The NRV of vitamins is an EU-recommended amount to ensure people are not lacking important nutrition. Some supplements contain levels of vitamins and minerals above the NRV where this nutrient intake is considered safe.

The B vitamins and vitamin C in Berocca are water-soluble vitamins. This is important for two reasons:

You need them in your diet every day because many are not stored in the body for any length of time.
Any B vitamins or vitamin C provided by your diet and Berocca that exceed your body’s needs are passed out of your system via urine.

Intake

Can I take Berocca every day?

Berocca is suitable for daily use throughout the year and we suggest you enjoy one tablet per day.

It is important that you do not use Berocca to replace a healthy, balanced diet.

How do you take Berocca?

Berocca,Berocca Immuno and Berocca Boost effervescent tablets: add 1 tablet to a glass or bottle of water and let it dissolve to make a great tasting and refreshing drink.

Berocca film-coated tablets: take 1 easy-to-swallow tablet with a glass of water.

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as Zinc, Copper, Iron & Selenium, each support your immune system.

*Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those breastfeeding.

Are there any safety issues associated with taking Berocca?

We are not aware of any safety issues specific to any of the Berocca formulations. The suggested daily intake for Berocca products is one tablet per day and it is recommended not to exceed this.

Berocca Effervescent, Immuno and Film Coated Tablets are not suitable for people with kidney problems, or for children under the age of 12 years old.

Berocca Immuno is not suitable for people with iron absorption or kidney problems.

Berocca Boost should not be taken in combination with ephedrine or other stimulants. Berocca Boost is not suitable for children under the age of 18 years old.

None of the Berocca products are suitable for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as Zinc, Copper, Iron & Selenium, each support your immune system.

*Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those breastfeeding.

Why does Berocca make my urine change colour?

All Berocca products contain B vitamins, as these are water-soluble so your body takes what it needs and discards the rest. The presence of B vitamins in your urine can result in a more intense colour.

This is harmless and not a cause for any concern.

Can I use Berocca during pregnancy/whilst breastfeeding?

Berocca is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. This is due to the complex nutritional needs of pregnant and breastfeeding women and Berocca has not been specifically formulated for use as a pre/post-natal supplement. We recommend that you talk to your GP, midwife or pharmacist about food supplements.

Is Berocca suitable for children?

Berocca Effervescent and Film Coated Tablets are suitable for children aged 12 years and over. Berocca Boost Tablets are suitable for adults only (aged 18 years and over).

*Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those breastfeeding.

Ingredients

Does Berocca contain aspartame?

Some Berocca effervescent tablets do contain aspartame at a low level which is well below the acceptable daily intake set by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

If you would prefer to enjoy aspartame-free Berocca, then we suggest you try
Berocca Orange Effervescent Tablets or Berocca Blackcurrant Effervescent Tablets as they do not contain aspartame (they contain Sucralose and Acesulfame K).

Berocca Film Coated Tablets do not contain any artificial sweeteners.

All ingredients in our products, including sweeteners, are tightly regulated and their safety had been rigorously assessed.

Aspartame is a low-calorie alternative to sugar and can be found in many foodstuffs, including sugar-free fizzy drinks, yoghurts and chewing gum. Aspartame has been assessed as being safe as an ingredient in foods and food supplements by both the UK Government Food Standard Agency (FSA) and EFSA. The safety of aspartame was re-reviewed by EFSA in December 2013 and it was concluded that aspartame and its breakdown products are safe for the general population (including infants, children and pregnant women).

For more information on the FSA assessment, click here to visit the website.

Does Berocca contain caffeine?

Berocca Effervescent Tablets, Berocca Immuno and Berocca Film Coated Tablets do not contain any caffeine.

Berocca Boost contains caffeine and guarana, a natural source of caffeine. Caffeine helps improve alertness and concentration.

The total caffeine in one Berocca Boost effervescent tablet is 75 mg, of which:

Caffeine 35 mg
Guarana extract 222.22 mg, equivalent to 40 mg natural caffeine

There is no NRV for caffeine intake for the general population; however, guidelines suggest that women who are pregnant or breastfeeding limit daily caffeine intake to 200 mg. It is not recommended for anyone to exceed a daily caffeine intake of 400mg. Berocca Boost is not recommended for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as Zinc, Copper, Iron & Selenium, each support your immune system.

Does Berocca contain yeast?

Berocca, Berocca Immuno and Berocca Boost products do not contain yeast.

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as Zinc, Copper, Iron & Selenium, each support your immune system.

*Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those breastfeeding.

Does Berocca contain salt?

Berocca and Berocca Immuno do not contribute to significantly increased sodium intake levels when used according to on pack instructions. Berocca recommends taking only one a day.

The sodium in the effervescent tablets comes mainly in the form of sodium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate which are used to create the well-known “Berocca fizz”. These ingredients are used in almost all effervescent tablets. Sodium bicarbonate is also commonly used as a raising ingredient in baking and is also known as “baking soda” or “bread soda”.

Salt is classified as sodium chloride. Berocca Effervescent Tablets each contain 273–287 mg of sodium. This is equivalent to around 0.7g (682.5-717.5 mg) of salt. Berocca Immuno contains 303 mg of sodium per tablet and Berocca Film Coated tablets have a sodium content of 4.81 mg per tablet.

The recommended intake of salt per day for an adult is no more than 6g (6000mg). 75% of the salt that we eat comes from everyday processed foods, such as bread, breakfast cereal and ready meals.

Does Berocca contain lactose?

Berocca, Berocca Immuno and Berocca Boost effervescent tablets do not contain lactose. Berocca Film Coated Tablets each contain 93.8 mg of lactose.

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as Zinc, Copper, Iron & Selenium, each support your immune system.

*Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those breastfeeding.

Is Berocca suitable for vegetarians?

Berocca Effervescent, Film Coated Tablets and Berocca Boost Effervescent Tablets are suitable for vegetarians.

Berocca Immuno is not suitable for vegetarians.

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as Zinc, Copper, Iron & Selenium, each support your immune system.

*Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those breastfeeding.

Is Berocca suitable for vegans?

If you’re a vegan and looking to fizz with vitamins and minerals, then Berocca and Berocca Boost effervescent tablets are for you.

Berocca Film Coated Tablets and Berocca Immuno are not suitable for vegans.

Berocca Film Coated Tablets contain lactose, which is derived from cow’s milk. Berocca immuno contains gelatin as an ingredient of the vitamin A and D3 components. Vitamin D3 is obtained from sheep’s wool grease (lanolin) and so is not suitable for vegans.

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as Zinc, Copper, Iron & Selenium, each support your immune system.

*Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those breastfeeding.

Does Berocca contain sugar?

Berocca, Berocca Immuno and Berocca Boost Effervescent Tablets are sugar-free.

Berocca Film Coated Tablets are not sugar free - they contain around 0.1 g of sugar per tablet, mainly in the form of lactose.

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as Zinc, Copper, Iron & Selenium, each support your immune system.

*Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day. Not recommended during pregnancy or for those breastfeeding.

Is Berocca suitable for people with diabetes?

Berocca products are low in carbohydrates.

Carbohydrate levels in Berocca products are:

Berocca Effervescent Tablets: less than 1g per tablet
Berocca Immuno Tablets: less than 1g per tablet
Berocca Film Coated Tablets: 0g per tablet

We have no specific recommendations regarding the suitability of Berocca for individuals with diabetes and we suggest you discuss dietary supplements with your GP.

Berocca Immuno contains vitamins D, C, A, B6, B9 & B12 as well as Zinc, Copper, Iron & Selenium, each support your immune system.