ProCaps Laboratories Vitamin B12-500
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that while this product is labeled for vitamin B12, the core data available pertains to calcium. For calcium, the assessment is that it is essential for bone health, but you must be cautious with dosing. The data confirms that high calcium intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your skeletal system and nerves. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. Think of it as the foundation for your body's structural and electrical systems.
Safety profile
Data not available for specific side effects of this product. However, based on the ingredient data, high calcium levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to speak with your doctor before starting this supplement. Specifically, you should be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS]. If you take any of these, separate your doses by at least two hours. Do not exceed the recommended daily allowance without medical supervision.
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 | 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