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Dietary supplement

Acidophilus with Goats Milk Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Windmill Natural Vitamins

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Acidophilus with Goats Milk is a dietary supplement by Windmill Natural Vitamins with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive health and balance, diarrhea (including antibiotic-related), vaginal yeast and bacterial infections.Based on those ingredients, 182 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lactobacillus acidophilus. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Acidophilus with Goats Milk by Windmill Natural Vitamins

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product has 2 active ingredients. Lactobacillus acidophilus is a live probiotic — a beneficial bacterium that supports gut health.

Goat milk powder is included as a supplementary ingredient. The capsule also contains inactive ingredients (lactose, microcrystalline cellulose, gelatin, magnesium stearate, talc, and silica) that help form and stabilize the tablet.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: digestive health and healthy intestinal flora.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Bacterial vaginosis, Clostridioides difficile infection, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Lactose intolerance — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Possibly Effective" for Antibiotic-associated diarrhea (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Possibly Effective" for Bacterial vaginosis, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Lactose intolerance, Rotaviral diarrhea, Travelers' diarrhea.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. For atopic disease (allergic conditions), the evidence suggests it's possibly ineffective.

For acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate it one way or another.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. That said, because it's a live organism, there's a theoretical concern it could cause infection in certain patients — rare cases of bacteremia, sepsis, and other serious infections have been reported, though most happened in people who had other underlying conditions.

Some people taking it alongside other probiotics have reported gastrointestinal side effects like stomach discomfort, bloating, flatulence, and diarrhea, but these are uncommon. Pregnancy data suggest it's possibly safe, though you should talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it while pregnant or breastfeeding — we don't have enough information on goat milk powder to advise on that.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Lactobacillus Acidophilus.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 182 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before you take this product, check if you're on any antibiotic drugs — they can reduce how well the probiotic works if taken at the same time. Spacing them apart solves the problem.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product may help with IBS, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Helicobacter pylori, or bacterial vaginosis. If you're taking antibiotics, space them several hours apart from this supplement.

Anyone with a weakened immune system should check with their doctor first. Before starting, run your medications through our interaction checker below.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 2023.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Acidophilus with Goats Milk, straight from the product label.

Brand Windmill Natural Vitamins
Barcode (UPC) 035046001018
Net contents 100 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2023
DSLD ID 299450
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Acidophilus with Goats Milk by Windmill Natural Vitamins, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
035046001018
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactobacillus acidophilus130 mg--
Goat Milk, Powder10 mg--

Other ingredients: Lactose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Talc, Silica

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take 1 capsule daily with or without food as a dietary supplement or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Contains Milk.

Do not purchase if seal is broken.

Storage

Protect from heat, light & moisture. Store in a cool, dry place.

Formulation

Made in the U.S.A. from globally sourced ingredients.

Digestive health Promotes Healthy Intestinal Flora

No wheat, soy, artificial colors, flavors or preservatives Non GMO - Gluten Free

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Probiotic with Goat Milk 1 billion CFU Acidophilus

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Acidophilus with Goats Milk by Windmill Natural Vitamins label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Acidophilus with Goats Milk by Windmill Natural Vitamins

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Interacts with
182 drugs
130 mg per serving

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a 'friendly' bacterium used as a probiotic to support gut and vaginal health. It is generally well tolerated in healthy p...

Lactobacillus acidophilus monograph & interactions

Goat Milk, Powder

10 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Lactose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Talc, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Acidophilus with Goats Milk by Windmill Natural Vitamins Drug Interactions

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182Drugs
182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Acidophilus with Goats Milk with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Lactobacillus acidophilus1 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L. acidophilus.
L. acidophilus preparations usually contain live and active organisms. Therefore, simultaneously taking antibiotics might kill a significant number of the organisms. Tell patients to separate administration of antibiotics and L. acidophilus preparations by at least two hours.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Acidophilus with Goats Milk, from the product label.

Windmill Natural Vitamins

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Name
Windmill Health Products
Street Address
10 Henderson Drive
City
West Caldwell
State
NJ
ZipCode
07006
Web Address
windmillvitamins.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Acidophilus with Goats Milk by Windmill Natural Vitamins: Common Questions

Does Acidophilus with Goats Milk by Windmill Natural Vitamins interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Acidophilus with Goats Milk has a known interaction with 182 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Acidophilus with Goats Milk contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this while I'm on antibiotics?
You can, but you need to separate them. Taking antibiotics and Lactobacillus acidophilus at the same time may reduce how well the probiotic works, since antibiotics kill the live organisms. Talk with your pharmacist about spacing — typically a few hours apart is recommended.
What does Lactobacillus acidophilus do?
It's a beneficial bacterium that may help with irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea after antibiotics, bacterial vaginosis, and Helicobacter pylori infection. The evidence for these uses is 'possibly effective,' meaning there's some support but more research is needed.
Are there any side effects?
Most people tolerate it well. Some experience gastrointestinal side effects like bloating, flatulence, or mild abdominal discomfort — but these are uncommon. There is a rare theoretical concern about infection in people with weakened immune systems, so check with your doctor if that applies to you.
Is it safe during pregnancy?
The safety data for Lactobacillus acidophilus during pregnancy suggest it's possibly safe, but we don't have enough information on goat milk powder. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Why should I separate this from antibiotics?
L. acidophilus is made of live, active bacteria. Antibiotics kill bacteria — including the good ones in this supplement. If you take them together, the antibiotic may destroy the probiotic before it can work.

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Sources & How We Checked

Acidophilus with Goats Milk's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 15 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Lactobacillus Acidophilus 15 references
  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. Chatterjee S, Kar P, Das T, Ray S, Gangulyt S, Rajendiran C, Mitra M. Randomised placebo-controlled double blind multicentric trial on efficacy and safety of Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-5 and Bifidobacterium BB-12 for prevention of antibiotic-associated
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  5. Karamali M, Dadkhah F, Sadrkhanlou M, et al. Effects of probiotic supplementation on glycaemic control and lipid profiles in gestational diabetes: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Diabetes Metab 2016;42(4):234-41. PubMed
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  7. 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
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  9. Xiao SD, Zhang DZ, Lu H, et al. Multicenter, randomized, controlled trial of heat-killed Lactobacillus acidophilus LB in patients with chronic diarrhea. Adv Ther. 2003;20(5):253-60.
  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. Ozer M, Goksu SY, Shahverdiani A, Mustafa M. Lactobacillus acidophilus-induced endocarditis and associated splenic abscess. Case Rep Infect Dis 2020;2020:1382709.
  12. Sadrin S, Sennoune S, Gout B, et al. A 2-strain mixture of Lactobacillus acidophilus in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome: A placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial. Dig Liver Dis 2020;52(5):534-540. PubMed
  13. Stoffer JN, Slingsby TJ, Giuliari GP. Lactobacillus acidophilus endophthalmitis after intravitreal bevacizumab injection requiring intraocular lens explantation. Can J Ophthalmol 2022;57(1):e21-e22. PubMed
  14. Cukovic-Cavka S, Likic R, Francetic I, Rustemovic N, Opacic M, Vucelic B. Lactobacillus acidophilus as a cause of liver abscess in a NOD2/CARD15-positive patient with Crohn's disease. Digestion 2006;73(2-3):107-10.
  15. Hui J, Ren Y, Wang Y, Han Q. Lactobacillus acidophilus endophthalmitis postcataract operation: A case report with a literature review. Ocul Immunol Inflamm 2023.

See these in context on the Lactobacillus Acidophilus monograph →

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