Karuna CapriPlus
Brand: Karuna · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Karuna CapriPlus is a calcium supplement, and calcium is well-supported for bone health. Our assessment: you can use this product to help meet your calcium needs, but only if you are not already getting enough from your diet. The data confirms that calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular function [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your skeleton. It is a mineral that helps deposit into bone tissue to maintain density and strength. It also plays a key role in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling, making it essential for everyday movement [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports for this product category. High calcium intake can cause serious side effects including constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data not available on specific side effect report counts for this product.
Our recommendation
Start by checking your total daily calcium intake from food. Do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level without medical supervision. Take this supplement at a separate time from any prescription medications listed above to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS]. If you have a history of kidney stones, heart disease, or prostate cancer, speak with your doctor before using this product [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Karuna |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Tablet(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