Drug & supplement interaction

Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei + Lixisenatide

Lixisenatide brand name: Adlyxin.

No Known Interaction
Medically reviewed by · Updated July 2026 · Pair last verified Sep 20, 2026
The bottom line No known interaction

We found no known interaction between Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei and Lixisenatide in our sources. Absence of a documented interaction is not the same as proven safety, and does not guarantee one does not exist. Do not start, stop, or change a medication or supplement based on this page; confirm with your pharmacist or doctor first.

Know someone taking this? Share
Facebook Post Reddit Email
On this page
Interaction report

Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei and Lixisenatide

We checked these two against our interaction database. Here is what we found.

No Known Interaction Found

We did not find a documented interaction between Lixisenatide and Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei in our sources. This does not guarantee that the combination is completely free of risk — there is often limited research on supplements and herbal products, especially around drug interactions.

If you decide to take both, the practical routine is simple: add one new thing at a time and note the date you started it. If the combination is going to disagree with you, it usually shows in the first days to a couple of weeks — and a start date turns “I’ve been feeling off” into something a pharmacist can actually work with. Do not stop a prescribed medicine on your own.

Always talk with your pharmacist or doctor before making changes to your medications or supplements, particularly if you take several medications or have an ongoing health condition.

Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei safety at a glance

Lacticaseibacillus... overall Use caution Generally well tolerated in healthy people, but caution is needed for those who are seriously ill or have weakened immune systems.
Pregnancy Possibly Safe When used orally and appropriately. A combination of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei and Bifidobacterium longum from 2 months prior to delivery until 2 months afte... Read the full pregnancy detail
Breastfeeding Possibly Safe When used orally and appropriately. A combination of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei and Bifidobacterium longum from 2 months prior to delivery until 2 months afte... Read the full breastfeeding detail

Pregnancy & breastfeeding ratings are from Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — the full detail is in the Special populations card below. Safety guidance is general; always confirm with your pharmacist or doctor for your situation.

Still wondering about combining Lixisenatide and Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei? Ask Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD, BCPS directly ›
How we checked

Why No Interaction Is Listed for Lixisenatide

Interactions in our licensed database are recorded against drug classes, not just single drug names. Lixisenatide is filed under a single classification — antidiabetes drugs. Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei has documented interactions with 1 drug class — the most serious being antibiotic drugs (moderate) — and none of Lixisenatide’s classifications are among them.

Classification data comes from our licensed Natural Medicines dataset. A medication can belong to classes beyond those recorded there, so this describes how the check was run — it is not a safety guarantee.

Keep it in perspective

Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei Does Interact With Other Medications

Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei has 182 moderate known drug interactions in our database — Lixisenatide isn’t one of them. If you take anything else, check it against the full list below.

Moderate 182 No known interaction 2,648 (incl. Lixisenatide)
Taking anything else?

Check Another of Your Medications Against Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei

Covers the 2,830 medications we’ve checked against Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei. Pick one to open its full report.

What to actually watch for

What Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei Itself Has Been Linked To

This is not an interaction — nothing below involves Lixisenatide. It is the side-effect record for Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei on its own, from the licensed Natural Medicines monograph. If something new turns up after you add Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei, this list is the first place to look. One entry is worth acting on rather than waiting out — marked below.

  • A higher chance of infection Worth acting on Additional detail

    “Since Lacticaseibacillus paracasei preparations contain live and active microorganisms, there is some concern that they might cause pathogenic infection in some patients. Lactobacilli species, including L. paracasei, have been isolated in some cases of bacteremia, sepsis, splenic abscess, endocarditis, necrotizing fasciitis, pancreatic necrosis, meningoencephalitis, and prosthetic joint infections. Most cases of L.”

    Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei · Natural Medicines adverse-effect record, reported in cardiovascular disease (cvd).

    6 sources cited
    1. 107543. Rossi F, Amadoro C, Gasperi M, Colavita G. Lactobacilli infection case reports in the last three years and safety implications. Nutrients. 2022;14(6):1178. PubMed
    2. 111942. Harding-Theobald E, Maraj B. Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis due to Lactobacillus paracasei in cirrhosis. Case Rep Gastrointest Med 2018;2018:5714053.
    3. 111944. Tan C, Howard JL, Bondy L. Prosthetic joint infection after total hip arthroplasty caused by Lactobacillus paracasei. CMAJ 2020;192(44):E1357-E1360.
    4. 111946. Miwa T, Tanaka H, Shiojiri T. Infected pancreatic necrosis and retroperitoneal abscess associated with Lactobacillus paracasei. BMJ Case Rep 2021;14(8):e243936.
    5. 90282. Orkaby AR, Chen B, Iliaki EF, Sulis CA, Oates DJ. A curious case of Lactobacillus casei in a prosthetic joint: was it the yogurt? J Am Geriatr Soc. 2012;60(6):1177-8.
    6. 90254. Franko B, Vaillant M, Recule C, Vautrin E, Brion JP, Pavese P. Lactobacillus paracasei endocarditis in a consumer of probiotics. Med Mal Infect 2013;43(4):171-3. PubMed
  • Bloating or gas / Stomach upset / Nausea Additional detail

    “Orally, taking Lacticaseibacillus paracasei alone or in combination with other probiotics may cause gastrointestinal side effects including dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea, and bloating; however, these events are uncommon.

    There are at least five case reports of acute cholecystitis for which a lactobacilli was thought to be the primary pathogen. In a 66-year-old female, vancomycin-resistant L.”

    Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei · Natural Medicines adverse-effect record, reported in dyspepsia.

    4 sources cited
    1. 105133. Cai T, Gallelli L, Cione E, et al. The use of Lactobacillus casei DG® prevents symptomatic episodes and reduces the antibiotic use in patients affected by chronic bacterial prostatitis: results from a phase IV study. World J Urol. 2021. DOI
    2. 107497. Kumar S, Kumar R, Rohilla L, Jacob N, Yadav J, Sachdeva N. A high potency multi-strain probiotic improves glycemic control in children with new-onset type 1 diabetes mellitus: A randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled pilot study. Pediatr Diabete
    3. 111952. Thijssen AY, Clemens CH, Vankerckhoven V, Goossens H, Jonkers DM, Masclee AA. Efficacy of Lactobacillus casei Shirota for patients with irritable bowel syndrome. Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2016;28(1):8-14. PubMed
    4. 103443. Lee C, Wongjarupong N, Narayan M, Melzer AC. Acute cholecystitis complicated with gallbladder perforation and peritonitis caused by vancomycin-resistant Lactobacillus paracasei. Cureus. 2020;12(3):e7476. PubMed
  • Itching / A skin rash Additional detail

    “Orally, in one clinical trial, a combination of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei subsp. paracasei F19, Lactobacillus acidophilus La-5, and Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis BB-12 was associated with two cases of rash, one with itching. However, it is not clear if these adverse effects were due to L.”

    Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei · Natural Medicines adverse-effect record, reported in erythema.

    2 sources cited
    1. 90236. Begtrup LM, de Muckadell OB, Kjeldsen J, Christensen RD, Jarbøl DE. Long-term treatment with probiotics in primary care patients with irritable bowel syndrome--a randomised, double-blind, placebo controlled trial. Scand J Gastroenterol 2013;48(10):1127-35 PubMed
    2. 111945. Sathikulpakdee S, Kanokrungsee S, Vitheejongjaroen P, Kamanamool N, Udompataikul M, Taweechotipatr M. Efficacy of probiotic-derived lotion from Lactobacillus paracasei MSMC 39-1 in mild to moderate acne vulgaris, randomized controlled trial. J Cosmet Derm

Everything above comes from the Natural Medicines adverse-effect record for Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei — expand a row for the licensed statement it rests on. We haven’t matched Lixisenatide to its FDA label in our system yet, so we can’t compare its own side-effect list here — the leaflet that comes with your prescription is the authoritative list for Lixisenatide.

Special populations

Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Pregnancy And Lactation Possibly Safe

When used orally and appropriately. A combination of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei and Bifidobacterium longum from 2 months prior to delivery until 2 months after delivery has been used with apparent safety.

DISCLAIMER: This tool is intended for informational purposes only, and should not be interpreted as specific medical advice. Patients should consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making decisions about therapies and/or health conditions.© 2026 Therapeutic Research Center

Everything else you take

See Every Supplement That Interacts With Lixisenatide

This page covers Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei only. If you take other supplements — a multivitamin, a sleep aid, something for joints — the Lixisenatide page lists 239 supplements it has a documented interaction with, worst first, each one explained.

The most serious there right now: Siberian Cocklebur (major), Acai (moderate), African Wild Potato (moderate), Agaricus Mushroom (moderate) and Agmatine (moderate).

By severity: 1 major · 208 moderate · 30 minor.

From our pharmacist’s overview on the Lixisenatide page

“Lixisenatide (Adlyxin) is injected to lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes, and nearly everything on this page acts on blood sugar too, which is why I would treat the list with genuine care rather than a shrug. Most of the entries, from bitter melon and fenugreek to both types of ginseng, can push glucose lower still and raise the odds…”

Reviewed by 2 · Jul 18, 2026

Open the Lixisenatide interaction page

How much people look this up

Where Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei and Lixisenatide Sit Against Everything Else

Out of every supplement and medication people look up on HelloPharmacist, here is where these two land this week — and which way each has been moving.

Supplement Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei
Top half

#691 of 1,452 supplements looked up here in the last 7 days

29 days ago today
Medication Lixisenatide
Steady interest

#2,093 of 2,830 medications looked up here in the last 7 days

29 days ago today

Position among everything looked up on this site, not a measure of how commonly either one is used or how important it is. A supplement can climb this list because of a news story. It counts every request to the page, automated ones included, and nothing here identifies anyone.

Where does our data come from?
  • Source: the Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) clinical database — the evidence-graded professional reference for herb & supplement interactions.
  • Citation library: 103,510 references behind our interaction content, 65,311 of them resolved to verified PubMed/DOI sources. See every Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei reference on this page ↓
  • Freshness: we automatically re-check this combination every week — this pair was last verified September 20, 2026. The Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei and Lixisenatide records this page draws on were last updated July 10, 2026.
  • What “no known interaction” means: no documented interaction in the sources above — not a guarantee of safety. Supplements are studied far less than prescription drugs, so we say exactly what the evidence supports, and nothing more.
Data structure & sourcing designed and verified by .
Supplement

About Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei

What is Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei?

  • Digestive health and regularity
  • Immune support
  • Diarrhea (including antibiotic-associated)
  • Allergy and eczema symptoms
  • Gut microbiome balance

Lacticaseibacillus paracasei (formerly Lactobacillus paracasei) is a probiotic bacterium found in fermented foods and supplements that is widely used to support gut and immune health. Some strains have promising research for digestion, diarrhea, and allergies, but results vary by strain and many uses are not firmly proven. It is generally well tolerated in healthy people, but those who are seriously ill or immune-compromised should check with a doctor first.

Lacticaseibacillus paracasei · Lactobacillaceae · Live bacterial cells (probiotic strain) · Capsules, tablets, powders, sachets, fermented dairy products (yogurt, kefir), and functional foods

An interaction check asks whether these two react with each other — it does not ask whether Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei is a good idea for someone in your situation. Here is what our Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei record says about it on its own.

Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei: dosing

There is no single official or standardized dose of L. paracasei. Probiotic doses are usually measured in colony-forming units (CFU), and the right amount can depend on the strain and the intended use.Because formulations differ, the best approach is to follow the dose on the product label. Storing the product as directed (some need refrigeration) helps keep the bacteria alive and effective.

From our Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei monograph — the full record covers uses, side effects and every documented interaction.

Read the full Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei monograph & all interactions
Medication

About Lixisenatide Injection

What Is Lixisenatide Injection Used For?

Brand name: Adlyxin

  • Lixisenatide injection is used along with diet and exercise to treat type 2 diabetes (condition in which the body does not use insulin normally and therefore cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Lixisenatide injection is not used to treat type 1 diabetes (condition in which the body does not produce insulin and therefore cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Lixisenatide is not used instead of insulin to treat people with diabetes who need insulin. Lixisenatide injection is in a class of medications called incretin mimetics. It works by stimulating the pancreas to secrete insulin when blood sugar levels are high. Insulin helps move sugar from the blood into other body tissues where it is used for energy. Lixisenatide injection also slows the emptying of the stomach and causes a decrease in appetite.

  • Over time, people who have diabetes and high blood sugar can develop serious or life-threatening complications, including heart disease, stroke, kidney problems, nerve damage, and eye problems. Using medication(s), making lifestyle changes (e.g., diet, exercise, quitting smoking), and regularly checking your blood sugar may help to manage your diabetes and improve your health. This therapy may also decrease your chances of having a heart attack, stroke, or other diabetes-related complications such as kidney failure, nerve damage (numb, cold legs or feet; decreased sexual ability in men and women), eye problems, including changes or loss of vision, or gum disease. Your doctor and other healthcare providers will talk to you about the best way to manage your diabetes.

  • Your doctor or pharmacist will give you the manufacturer's patient information sheet (Medication Guide) when you begin treatment with lixisenatide injection and each time you refill your prescription. Read the information carefully and ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. You can also visit the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website (http://www.fda.gov/Drugs/DrugSafety/ucm085729.htm) to obtain the Medication Guide.

See full Lixisenatide Injection drug information
Keep checking

Other Drugs & Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei

Browse every other medication we’ve checked against Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei — both the ones with a known interaction and the ones without. Select any drug for the full detail.

0Major
182Moderate
0Minor
2,647No known interaction
182 Moderate 2,647 No interaction
Moderate

182 interactions

Showing 60 of 182 moderate interactions — see all 182 on the Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei page.

No interaction 2,647 drugs checked — show the list

We also checked Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei against these medications and found no known interaction in our sources. Open any page to confirm.

Showing the 60 most looked-up of 2,647 medications checked with no known interaction — see the full Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei list.

See the full Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei interactions page
See every supplement checked against Lixisenatide, ranked by severity
Evidence & sources

Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei References

The 16 references that drive our Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei monograph and interaction data, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Citations with a link open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. Begtrup LM, de Muckadell OB, Kjeldsen J, Christensen RD, Jarbøl DE. Long-term treatment with probiotics in primary care patients with irritable bowel syndrome--a randomised, double-blind, placebo controlled trial. Scand J Gastroenterol 2013;48(10):1127-35 PubMed
  3. Franko B, Vaillant M, Recule C, Vautrin E, Brion JP, Pavese P. Lactobacillus paracasei endocarditis in a consumer of probiotics. Med Mal Infect 2013;43(4):171-3. PubMed
  4. Orkaby AR, Chen B, Iliaki EF, Sulis CA, Oates DJ. A curious case of Lactobacillus casei in a prosthetic joint: was it the yogurt? J Am Geriatr Soc. 2012;60(6):1177-8.
  5. Rautava S, Kainonen E, Salminen S, Isolauri E. Maternal probiotic supplementation during pregnancy and breast-feeding reduces the risk of eczema in the infant. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2012;130(6):1355-60. PubMed
  6. Kato K, Funabashi N, Takaoka H, et al. Lactobacillus paracasei endocarditis in a consumer of probiotics with advanced and severe bicuspid aortic valve stenosis complicated with diffuse left ventricular mid-layer fibrosis. Int J Cardiol 2016;224:157-61. PubMed
  7. Lee C, Wongjarupong N, Narayan M, Melzer AC. Acute cholecystitis complicated with gallbladder perforation and peritonitis caused by vancomycin-resistant Lactobacillus paracasei. Cureus. 2020;12(3):e7476. PubMed
  8. Cai T, Gallelli L, Cione E, et al. The use of Lactobacillus casei DG® prevents symptomatic episodes and reduces the antibiotic use in patients affected by chronic bacterial prostatitis: results from a phase IV study. World J Urol. 2021. DOI
  9. Kumar S, Kumar R, Rohilla L, Jacob N, Yadav J, Sachdeva N. A high potency multi-strain probiotic improves glycemic control in children with new-onset type 1 diabetes mellitus: A randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled pilot study. Pediatr Diabete
  10. Rossi F, Amadoro C, Gasperi M, Colavita G. Lactobacilli infection case reports in the last three years and safety implications. Nutrients. 2022;14(6):1178. PubMed
  11. Campbell RE, Miller A, Afroze A. Native valve endocarditis secondary to Lactobacillus paracasei bacteremia. Consultant. 2020;60(9):27-8. DOI
  12. Harding-Theobald E, Maraj B. Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis due to Lactobacillus paracasei in cirrhosis. Case Rep Gastrointest Med 2018;2018:5714053.
  13. Tan C, Howard JL, Bondy L. Prosthetic joint infection after total hip arthroplasty caused by Lactobacillus paracasei. CMAJ 2020;192(44):E1357-E1360.
  14. Sathikulpakdee S, Kanokrungsee S, Vitheejongjaroen P, Kamanamool N, Udompataikul M, Taweechotipatr M. Efficacy of probiotic-derived lotion from Lactobacillus paracasei MSMC 39-1 in mild to moderate acne vulgaris, randomized controlled trial. J Cosmet Derm
  15. Miwa T, Tanaka H, Shiojiri T. Infected pancreatic necrosis and retroperitoneal abscess associated with Lactobacillus paracasei. BMJ Case Rep 2021;14(8):e243936.

Medication overviews come from MedlinePlus (NIH); supplement label data from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists — see our data sources and editorial standards.

Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Taking Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei and Lixisenatide Together: Common Questions

Is it safe to take Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei with Lixisenatide?
We do not list a known interaction between Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei and Lixisenatide. That does not guarantee the combination is risk-free, so confirm with your pharmacist or doctor — especially if you take other medications or have a health condition.
How was the Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei and Lixisenatide combination checked?
Interactions in our licensed database are recorded against drug classes. Lixisenatide is filed under 1 classification, and Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei has documented interactions with 1 drug class — none of Lixisenatide's classifications are among them. A medication can belong to classes beyond those recorded in our dataset, so this describes how the check was run rather than guaranteeing safety.
Does Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei interact with any other medications?
Yes. Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei has 182 documented drug interactions in our database — Lixisenatide is simply not one of them. If you take anything else, it is worth checking each one; they are all listed on this page.
Does Lixisenatide interact with any supplements?
Yes. Lixisenatide has documented interactions with 239 supplements in our database — Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei is not one of them. The Lixisenatide interaction page linked on this page lists every one, ranked by severity.

Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy

Where next

Keep Exploring

Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei monograph Uses, safety profile, and every drug interaction in one place Lixisenatide Injection drug information The full plain-English guide to this medication Lixisenatide supplement interactions Every supplement checked against Lixisenatide, ranked by severity Supplement interaction checker Check any supplement or product against your medications Browse medications A–Z Every drug we’ve checked against herbs & supplements References The 16 citations behind this page Ask a pharmacist Free, personal answer from our licensed team

Still Have a Question About Lixisenatide and Lacticaseibacillus Paracasei?

Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.

Ask a pharmacist

This information is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting, stopping, or combining supplements and medications.