ProCaps Laboratories Ginseng-200
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is a critical mineral for your bone health, but the data comes with important safety caveats. For a general audience, we recommend getting calcium from food first and using supplements only when your diet falls short.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural worker for your body. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. Your bones act as a reservoir, releasing calcium into your bloodstream when other systems need it.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports for this product category. The risks are significant: high calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. High levels in your 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
Start by assessing your dietary intake from dairy, leafy greens, and fortified foods. If you need a supplement, choose one with no more than 500 mg per dose and take it with food. Do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level without medical supervision. Always check with your doctor if you take any of the medications listed above [NIH ODS] [FDA data].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 240.0 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