ProCaps Laboratories Children's Complete Vitamin & Mineral Drink Lively Lemon!
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product provides calcium, a mineral essential for bone health. However, you should be aware of the specific risks and limitations associated with calcium supplementation before using it. Data on the product's other ingredients is not available.
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your skeleton. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a role in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High 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 [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Because this product contains calcium, you should check with your doctor before starting it, especially if you take any prescription medications. Monitor your total calcium intake from all sources to avoid exceeding safe levels. Data on the complete formulation is not available, so we cannot provide a comprehensive recommendation for this specific product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 57.0 oz. 3.6 lb 1.6 kg |
| Market Status | On 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