ProCaps Laboratories Ginseng 200
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that ProCaps Laboratories Ginseng 200 is a product for which we have limited data. While the label lists "Ginseng" as an ingredient, the specific type and standardized content are not provided. Our analysis must rely on the available data, which primarily concerns the ingredient Calcium, not ginseng itself. For a clear recommendation on this specific product, critical information is missing.
How it works
Based on the data provided, the ingredient Calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation, helping with nerve signaling and muscle function [NIH ODS]. However, this mechanism is not directly applicable to ginseng. The specific mechanism of action for the ginseng in this product is not available in the provided data.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements, but report counts specific to this product are not available [FDA data]. For the ingredient Calcium, 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, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, and levothyroxine [NIH ODS]. Side effect data specific to ginseng in this product is not available.
Our recommendation
Data not available to make a specific recommendation for ProCaps Laboratories Ginseng 200. We cannot confirm the product's active ingredients, standardized potency, or safety profile. If you are considering this supplement, we advise consulting with your healthcare provider first. For general health, a balanced diet is the most reliable source of nutrients.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | ProCaps Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 240.0 Easy To Swallow Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
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- 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