ProCaps Laboratories Vitamin B12 500
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the data provided does not contain specific information about ProCaps Laboratories Vitamin B12 500. The product’s ingredient list is not available. However, we can review the general safety profile of calcium, which is listed in the NIH ODS data. Our assessment is that without specific data for this product, we cannot make a direct evaluation.
How it works
For the ingredient calcium, think of it as a structural support for your bones and a signal regulator for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone mineralization and density, and helps with neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine levels 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]. 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 ProCaps Laboratories Vitamin B12 500. If you are taking calcium supplements, be aware of the potential interactions with medications listed above. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement, especially if you take prescription drugs [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 720.0 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