ProCaps Laboratories Children's Complete Vitamin & Mineral Drink Lively Lemon!
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: POWDER [E0162]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health and muscle function [NIH ODS]. For a children's supplement, the calcium content is a relevant feature, but we must evaluate it based on the specific data available. Our assessment: Calcium is a well-studied nutrient, but the benefits depend entirely on your child's existing dietary intake and overall health status [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your child's growing skeleton. It supports bone mineralization, helping to deposit minerals into bone tissue for density and strength [NIH ODS]. Additionally, calcium is critical for neuromuscular relaxation, meaning it helps muscles relax properly after contracting and supports normal nerve signaling throughout the body [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product. However, for calcium in general, there are important safety considerations. While rare, some research suggests that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. 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]. The FDA has received a total of 592059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements, but specific report counts for this product are not available [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Do not start this supplement without first consulting your child's pediatrician. Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. The most important step is to evaluate your child's dietary calcium intake from food sources before adding a supplement. If a supplement is deemed necessary, use it only under medical supervision to ensure the dose is appropriate and safe [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 57.0 oz. 3.6 lb 1.6 kg |
| 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