ProCaps Laboratories Essential Omega-3
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, which plays a key role in bone health. However, the data provided does not contain specific study results or clinical trial outcomes for ProCaps Laboratories Essential Omega-3. Based on the ingredient data, calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. You should be aware that the benefits depend on your overall dietary intake and current health status.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your bones and a regulator for your nerves and muscles. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. The product label lists essential omega-3s, but no specific mechanism data for those ingredients is available in the provided information.
Safety profile
FDA received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all products, though report counts specific to this product are not available. For calcium, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels in 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 absorption of medications including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available for a specific dosage recommendation for this product. You should consult your healthcare provider before starting this supplement, especially if you take any medications that interact with calcium. Choose a product from a reputable brand and check the label for exact calcium content. Monitor your total calcium intake from all sources to stay within safe limits [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 | 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