ProCaps Laboratories Deodorized Garlic Extract
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains calcium, a mineral essential for bone health and muscle function [NIH ODS]. However, we cannot verify the specific amount of calcium in ProCaps Laboratories Deodorized Garlic Extract, as the data does not provide a full label or ingredient list beyond "Calcium" [NIH ODS]. You should be cautious about assuming this supplement provides a meaningful dose of calcium without more information.
How it works
Calcium acts as a master regulator for your body. It supports bone mineralization, helping maintain bone density, and plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. Without sufficient calcium, your body may leach it from your bones, which can weaken your skeleton over time.
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product's adverse events. However, the FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements [FDA data]. High calcium intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very high blood calcium levels can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
We recommend you do not rely on this supplement as a primary calcium source unless you can confirm the exact dosage per serving. If you need calcium, aim for 1,000 to 1,200 mg daily from food or a standard calcium supplement, and take it separately from medications like bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, or levothyroxine to avoid absorption problems [NIH ODS]. Consult your pharmacist or doctor before starting this product.
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