DC Tri-Amino
Brand: DC · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that DC Tri-Amino contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health and nerve function. However, we must be clear: there is no specific data on the overall effectiveness of this combination product. Our assessment focuses on the single listed ingredient, calcium, which is well-documented but carries important risks you need to know about [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block and a cellular signal. It supports bone mineralization by depositing minerals into your skeleton, and it helps your muscles relax and nerves transmit signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific data for this product is not available. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase your risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine levels of calcium can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
Our recommendation
We recommend you do not take this product without specific medical guidance. Calcium supplements can reduce absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. If you need calcium, get it from food first and talk to your doctor about a single-ingredient supplement with a known dose. Data on the other ingredients in DC Tri-Amino is not available.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | DC |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 150.0 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