ProCaps Laboratories Essential Amino Protein
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product provides calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. However, the data on calcium is nuanced. We cannot recommend this supplement without understanding your current calcium intake from food and any other supplements you take, as excessive intake carries real risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as the structural building block for your bones and teeth. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for this specific product’s side effects. However, for the ingredient calcium, high intakes are linked to serious risks. High calcium levels 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. Some research also suggests high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. The FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific counts for this product are not available [FDA data].
Our recommendation
Start by assessing your total daily calcium intake from diet and other supplements. Do not exceed the tolerable upper intake level without professional guidance. Be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. The safest approach is to get your calcium needs assessed by a healthcare provider before starting this supplement.
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