ProCaps Laboratories Vitamin D3-2500
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that ProCaps Laboratories Vitamin D3-2500 is a high-dose vitamin D supplement. Our assessment is that this product provides 2500 IU per serving, which is significantly above the standard RDA. For most adults, 600 IU daily is the established recommendation, and 2500 IU may be appropriate only under specific medical guidance [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of this supplement as providing a high-potency form of vitamin D, which acts as a master regulator in your body. It supports bone mineralization by helping your body absorb calcium, and it plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This means it works with minerals like calcium to support strong bones and healthy muscle function.
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product. However, the FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements. For the ingredient calcium, high intakes can cause poor muscle tone, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Because this product provides vitamin D, which increases calcium absorption, these risks are relevant.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to start at the standard 600 IU daily, not this 2500 IU dose, unless your healthcare provider has specifically advised a higher intake based on a blood test [NIH ODS]. High doses are not a general recommendation. Choose a lower-dose supplement if you are not under a doctor's supervision.
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 | 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