ProCaps Laboratories Essential Amino Protein
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for your health, but it requires careful attention to dosage and timing. For the product ProCaps Laboratories Essential Amino Protein, data on the exact amount of calcium is not available. However, we can provide guidance based on the calcium ingredient data [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block and a messenger. It supports bone mineralization, which is the process of depositing minerals into your bone matrix to keep them strong. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly after they contract [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 adverse event reports for this product category. For calcium specifically, 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]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
You should be aware of your total calcium intake from all sources, including food and supplements. If you are taking any of the medications listed, separate your calcium supplement from those doses by at least 2 hours. Because the exact calcium content in this product is not available, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider to determine if this supplement fits safely into your overall regimen [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 360.0 Easy To Swallow Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | Off 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