ProCaps Laboratories Essential One Multi-Vitamin-Mineral
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that ProCaps Laboratories Essential One Multi-Vitamin-Mineral contains calcium, a mineral with well-documented benefits for bone health. However, you should be aware of important safety considerations. For a general audience, this supplement may provide a foundational level of calcium, but it is not a substitute for a comprehensive dietary assessment [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling throughout your body [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all products. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood and urine calcium levels 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] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce absorption of medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data on this specific product's side effects is not available.
Our recommendation
Start by evaluating your total daily calcium intake from all sources, including food and other supplements. If you take this multivitamin, be aware of the potential for interactions with certain medications and consider timing doses separately. For most adults, meeting the RDA through food is preferred, and supplements should fill a verified gap. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting a new supplement 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 | 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