Optimum Nutrition (ON) Multivitamin for MEN– 60 Tablets, 26 Vitamins & Minerals, Amino Acids & Anti-Oxidants (Green Tea Extract, Beta Carotene, Lutein, Lycopene). Vegetarian.

Optimum Nutrition's men's multivitamin packs 26 vitamins and minerals plus amino acids and antioxidants into a single tablet, offering breadth over depth. The formula includes everything from standard B-vitamins to specialty ingredients like lutein, lycopene, and green tea extract. However, the dosing tells a different story—most nutrients fall well below clinically effective levels, making this more of a nutritional safety net than a performance-oriented supplement.

At ₹29.80 per serving, this costs 76% more than the category average of ₹16.91, positioning it as a premium option without premium dosing to justify the price. It's suitable for men seeking basic micronutrient insurance with complete label disclosure, but those wanting therapeutic doses or value-conscious buyers should look elsewhere.

The ingredient selection is comprehensive but shallow. You get the full B-complex (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, biotin, folic acid), fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K1), and a solid mineral panel including zinc, selenium, magnesium, and trace minerals like boron and molybdenum. The inclusion of antioxidants—beta-carotene, lutein (1 mg), lycopene (500 mcg), and green tea extract (50 mg)—adds functional value for eye health and cellular protection.

The three amino acids (L-arginine 50 mg, L-lysine 50 mg, L-methionine 10 mg) are token additions at best; these doses won't meaningfully impact protein synthesis or nitric oxide production. No specialty forms are disclosed—vitamin E appears as mixed tocopherols would be ideal, and the iron (10 mg) form isn't specified, which matters for absorption. The vegetarian-friendly formulation is a plus for the Indian market.

This is where the product stumbles significantly. Vitamin B12 at 1 mcg is just 40% of the RDA—well below the 500+ mcg doses shown to support energy and neurological function in clinical research. Vitamin D delivers only 5 mcg (200 IU), a fraction of the 1,000-2,000 IU recommended for bone health and immune function, especially critical given India's high deficiency rates.

Vitamin C at 40 mg meets basic RDA but falls short of the 500-1,000 mg used in immunity and antioxidant studies. Magnesium (25 mg) provides just 6% of the 400 mg daily target for muscle function and sleep. Zinc at 12 mg is adequate for maintenance but modest for testosterone support claims implied by "men's formula." Folic acid (100 mcg) is 25% of RDA—underdosed for cardiovascular and methylation support.

The specialty ingredients fare no better: green tea extract at 50 mg won't deliver the 250-500 mg EGCG typically used for metabolic benefits. Lutein (1 mg) and lycopene (500 mcg) are present but below the 6-10 mg and 5-15 mg ranges used in eye health and prostate research respectively. Only chromium (33 mcg), selenium (40 mcg), and molybdenum (45 mcg) approach clinically relevant levels.

At ₹1,788 for 60 servings (₹29.80/day), this costs significantly more than budget multivitamins while delivering underdosed nutrients across the board. The 76% premium over category average would be justifiable with superior bioavailability forms (chelated minerals, methylated B-vitamins) or clinical-grade doses—neither of which this provides. You're paying for brand recognition and ingredient variety, not dosing efficacy. For the same monthly cost (₹894), you could purchase separate, properly dosed vitamin D, B-complex, and magnesium supplements that would deliver better results.

Full marks here. Every ingredient is listed with exact dosages—no proprietary blends, no "vitamin blend" nonsense. You know precisely what you're getting in each tablet, which is increasingly rare in the Indian supplement market. The vegetarian certification is clearly stated. No third-party testing (NSF, Informed-Choice) is mentioned, which would elevate confidence further, but the label transparency itself is exemplary.