Herb Pharm Chanca Piedra
Brand: Herb Pharm · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the primary active ingredient in this product, based on the provided data, is calcium. Our assessment is that while calcium is essential for health, the specific product "Herb Pharm Chanca Piedra" has no clinical data provided to support its use. For calcium specifically, the data confirms its role in bone health and nerve function, but high intakes carry significant risks [NIH ODS]. You should not take this supplement without understanding these risks.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural and signaling mineral. It supports bone mineralization and density, which is crucial for your skeleton. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles and nerves communicate properly [NIH ODS]. The provided data does not explain how Chanca Piedra itself works.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes can increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Side effects from high calcium levels include 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] [FDA data]. The data does not provide a specific report count for calcium side effects alone.
Our recommendation
Data not available for the efficacy of Herb Pharm Chanca Piedra. For calcium, our recommendation is to meet your needs through food first. If you take a supplement, be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Do not exceed the recommended dietary allowance without medical supervision, as high levels are dangerous [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 1.0 fl. Oz. 30.0 mL |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- 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