ProCaps Laboratories Calcium-Magnesium Intensive Care
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment is that this calcium-magnesium combination product can support bone health, but you need to be very careful about the total calcium you consume from all sources. The data shows calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, the evidence is clear that high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a signal regulator for your nerves and muscles. It helps your body deposit minerals into bone tissue and allows your muscles to relax after contracting [NIH ODS]. The magnesium in this product works alongside calcium to support these processes.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories, though specific reports for this product are not available. The data warns that 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
Our recommendation is to check your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements before adding this product. Do not exceed 2,000-2,500 mg of total calcium per day from all sources [NIH ODS]. Take this supplement at least two hours apart from any medications listed in the safety profile. If you have a history of kidney stones, heart disease, or prostate cancer, consult your doctor before use [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 500.0 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