Douglas Laboratories Amino Gram Forte
Brand: Douglas Laboratories · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that for a product containing calcium, the primary benefits are related to bone health and muscle function. Our assessment is that if you are considering this supplement for calcium, you should be aware that the data strongly supports its role in bone density and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. However, you must be cautious about your total calcium intake from all sources, as high intakes carry significant risks [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block for your skeleton and a chemical messenger for your muscles and nerves. It supports bone mineralization, which is the process of depositing minerals into your bone matrix to maintain density. It also supports neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves send signals properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplement products, though specific report counts for this exact product are not available in the provided data. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Side effects of high calcium levels include 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
Our recommendation is to assess your dietary calcium intake before adding this supplement. If you take it, do not exceed the recommended daily allowance without a healthcare provider's guidance. Be sure to take calcium supplements separately from the medications listed above, as they can interfere with each other [NIH ODS]. Start with the lowest effective dose and monitor for any side effects like constipation or nausea.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Douglas Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Tablet(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