ProCaps Laboratories Turmeric 400 Curcumin
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the specific product you asked about — ProCaps Laboratories Turmeric 400 Curcumin — lacks sufficient data for a full evaluation. Data not available for this specific product's ingredient list, dosage, or purity. However, the supplement contains calcium, and we can provide guidance on that ingredient's effects. Our assessment: Calcium supplements have well-documented benefits for bone health, but you must be cautious with dosing and timing to avoid serious risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a master regulator for your skeleton and nervous system. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps your muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. Without enough calcium, your body will leach it from your bones, weakening them over time. For this product, the exact calcium content is not available from the data provided.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements tracked, but specific report counts for this product are not available. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. You must also be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available for a specific recommendation on ProCaps Laboratories Turmeric 400 Curcumin. If you are taking this product for its calcium content, our recommendation: Take calcium supplements with food and separate them from other medications by at least 2 hours. Do not exceed the RDA without a doctor's guidance. For turmeric-specific benefits, data is not available from the provided sources [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 240.0 Easy-To-Swallow Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
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- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide