Dose & Co Pure Collagen Unflavored
Brand: Dose & Co · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Dose & Co Pure Collagen Unflavored contains calcium as a key mineral. Our assessment is that this product may support bone health, but you need to be cautious about your total calcium intake from all sources, as the data on high calcium intakes raises important safety concerns [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your bones and muscles. It supports bone mineralization, helping maintain bone density and mineral deposition, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, aiding muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product. However, for calcium as an ingredient, high 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]. The FDA has received 592059 total adverse event reports for products in this category [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to check your total calcium intake from food and all supplements before adding this product. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin, so take this product at a different time than those medications [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Dose & Co |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 10.0 Oz(s) 283.0 Gram(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