ProCaps Laboratories Calcium-Magnesium Intensive Care
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health and muscle function, but the specific combination and dosing in this product must be evaluated against your individual needs and potential risks. Data for this specific product is limited, so we rely on the ingredient data for calcium [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a key building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization, helping to maintain bone density. It also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, which allows your muscles to relax properly after contracting, and supports normal nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for all products, though specific data for this product is not available. For calcium, some research suggests that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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] [FDA data]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Before starting this supplement, assess your total daily calcium intake from food and other supplements to avoid exceeding safe levels. If you take any medications listed in the interactions, take them at least two hours apart from the calcium supplement. We recommend consulting with your healthcare provider to determine if this product is appropriate for you, as the specific amounts of calcium and magnesium are not fully detailed in the provided data [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 250.0 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