ProCaps Laboratories Vitamin D3 5000
Brand: ProCaps Laboratories · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
Our assessment: This product provides a high dose of calcium, not vitamin D. The evidence shows that calcium is essential for bone health, but taking 5000 IU of a substance that is not vitamin D may lead to confusion. For calcium, the data confirms it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. However, the data does not provide a specific recommended daily allowance for this product, so you should consult your healthcare provider to determine if this dose is appropriate for you.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block — it is deposited into your bones to maintain density and strength. It also plays a critical role in muscle relaxation and nerve signaling, acting as a messenger that helps your muscles contract and your nerves transmit impulses [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Safety profile: The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all dietary supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. 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 [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Data on the exact number of reports for this specific product is not available.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Before starting this high-dose calcium supplement, check with your doctor to see if you need this amount. Calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Based on the data, you should be cautious about taking this product without a clear medical reason, as the risks from high calcium intake are significant.
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