Douglas Laboratories Boswellia-Turmeric Complex
Brand: Douglas Laboratories · Form: TABLET [E0155]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Douglas Laboratories Boswellia-Turmeric Complex is a combination supplement, but we must be clear: the specific data for a Boswellia-Turmeric combination product is not available in the provided information. The only ingredient data provided is for Calcium. Based on that, our assessment is that this product may contain an ingredient that supports bone health, but we cannot confirm the efficacy or safety of the Boswellia and Turmeric components from the data given [Data not available].
How it works
Regarding the Calcium component, think of it as a structural building block. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For the Boswellia and Turmeric ingredients, specific mechanisms are not available in the provided data [Data not available].
Safety profile
Based on the FDA adverse event data, there are a total of 592,059 reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product or its ingredients are not available [FDA data]. For the Calcium component, safety data notes that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Additionally, Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Because the provided data only covers Calcium, we cannot make a confident recommendation for the Douglas Laboratories Boswellia-Turmeric Complex as a whole. You should consult a healthcare provider before starting this supplement, especially if you take any medications that interact with calcium. For the calcium component, follow standard intake guidelines, but specific dosing for this product is not available [Data not available].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Douglas Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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