ProCaps Laboratories Gamma Vitamin E
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the primary ingredient in ProCaps Laboratories Gamma Vitamin E is Calcium, based on the data provided. Our assessment is that calcium is a well-researched mineral for bone health, but the data for this specific product does not include information on gamma vitamin E itself, so we must focus on the calcium component. You should be aware that the benefits and risks discussed here apply to calcium, as the data for the product's named ingredient is not available [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder and a cellular messenger. It supports bone mineralization by helping deposit minerals into your bone matrix, and it supports neuromuscular relaxation by aiding in proper muscle and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Safety data for this specific product is limited. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, though specific counts for this product are not available [FDA data]. For calcium generally, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high levels 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 medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available for a specific recommendation on Gamma Vitamin E. If you are taking this product for its calcium content, you should be cautious with dosing to avoid exceeding the upper limit from all sources and discuss any medication interactions with your doctor [NIH ODS]. Given the lack of specific data on the gamma vitamin E component, we cannot make a confident recommendation for this product.
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