BIOVEA Panax Ginseng 200 mg
Brand: BIOVEA · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product, BIOVEA Panax Ginseng 200 mg, contains calcium as a listed ingredient. Based on the data provided, our assessment is that while calcium is essential for health, the specific benefits and risks for you will depend on your overall dietary intake and health status. We must note that the data does not provide a specific dose of calcium for this product, so we cannot evaluate its adequacy [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a key structural component for your body. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it also plays a role in neuromuscular relaxation, which is the process that allows your muscles to relax and your nerves to signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports for products in this database. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. Very 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. The exact number of reports for these specific side effects is not available in the data provided [FDA data] [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available to make a specific dosage recommendation for this product. You should be aware that calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin. If you take any of these, separate your supplement intake by at least two hours, or consult your healthcare provider [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | BIOVEA |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| 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