Herb Pharm Umckaloabo
Brand: Herb Pharm · Form: LIQUID, SUPPLEMENT FORM [E0165]
Our assessment
The product you asked about, Herb Pharm Umckaloabo, is a dietary supplement, but the specific data provided does not include information on this product or its ingredients. As a result, our assessment must be based on what is available. The only ingredient data we have is for calcium, which is a mineral critical for bone health and nerve function [NIH ODS]. However, since Umckaloabo is a plant-based extract, this calcium data does not apply to that product. The evidence shows we cannot make a specific assessment for Herb Pharm Umckaloabo based on the information provided.
How it works
For the ingredient calcium, which is the only data we have, it works by supporting bone mineralization, which helps deposit minerals into your bone structure for density and strength. It also supports neuromuscular relaxation, which is essential for proper muscle function and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. This mechanism does not apply to the Umckaloabo product itself, as no mechanism data for that herb was provided.
Safety profile
The FDA adverse event database contains a total of 592,059 reports across all supplements, but no specific side effect data or report counts are provided for Herb Pharm Umckaloabo or its ingredients [FDA data]. For calcium, high intakes might 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 [NIH ODS]. For the Umckaloabo product specifically, side effect data is not available.
Our recommendation
Since data for Herb Pharm Umckaloabo is not provided, we cannot offer a confident recommendation for this specific product. If you are considering it, we recommend consulting with your healthcare provider directly. For calcium, which is the only ingredient with data, you should be aware that it can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data not available for the safety or efficacy of Herb Pharm Umckaloabo.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 4.0 fl. Oz. 120.0 mL |
| 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