ProCaps Laboratories Maximum Essential Omega-3
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that ProCaps Laboratories Maximum Essential Omega-3 contains calcium as an ingredient. Our assessment: based on the data provided, calcium is best known for its role in bone health, but you should be aware of specific safety considerations before taking this supplement. The data for this specific product is limited, so we are relying on general information about calcium from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a master builder for your body. It supports bone mineralization, which helps maintain your bone density and structure. It also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it helps your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
For general dietary supplements, FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports, though specific data for this product is not available. For calcium specifically, some research suggests that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Before taking this supplement, check with your healthcare provider about your current calcium intake from food and other supplements, especially if you take any of the medications listed above. Data not available for a specific dosage recommendation for this product. You should also consider getting your calcium levels tested to avoid exceeding safe upper limits [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 180.0 Easy-To-Swallow Capsule(s) |
| 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