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Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by UP4

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Other (e.g. Tea Bag) Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate is a dietary supplement by UP4 with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for bone health and osteoporosis, correcting vitamin d deficiency, immune system support.Based on those ingredients, 879 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Vitamin D3, Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate by UP4

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “A Proprietary Probiotic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (40.70 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product has 3 active ingredients: vitamin D3 (a hormone that regulates calcium and bone health), Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 (a live beneficial bacteria for digestive and immune support), and Bifidobacterium lactis UABla-12 (another probiotic strain). The cubes also contain inactive ingredients including maltitol, palm oil, milk powder, and others for texture and preservation.

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 immune support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Lactose intolerance, Gut microbiota balance, Probiotic efficacy.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Possibly Effective" for Antibiotic-associated diarrhea (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Lactose intolerance.

Vitamin D3 is effective for treating rickets, osteomalacia (soft bones from vitamin D deficiency), renal bone disease, hypoparathyroidism, and familial hypophosphatemia. Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Helicobacter pylori infection, and bacterial vaginosis, though the evidence is less conclusive.

Data on Bifidobacterium lactis UABla-12 aren't on file with us.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin D 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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Vitamin D3 is generally well tolerated at recommended doses, though very high doses taken over time can cause toxicity — including high blood calcium, which can lead to bone loss in adults and slow growth in children. It's often used during pregnancy and breastfeeding at recommended amounts, but only under a doctor's guidance.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children, though live probiotics carry a theoretical (and rare) risk of infection in people with severe immune problems; check with your doctor before use. Uncommon gastrointestinal side effects like bloating, gas, or diarrhea have been reported with probiotic combinations.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Vitamin D 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?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Vitamin D.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: heart-rhythm medications.
  • For scale: 880 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.

Check with your pharmacist if you take thiazide diuretics, verapamil, atorvastatin, digoxin, diltiazem, or antibiotics. These are the medication types with documented interactions with vitamin D3 or Lactobacillus acidophilus in this product.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product is intended for people looking to support bone health with vitamin D and digestive health with probiotics. If you take blood pressure or heart medications, statins, antibiotics, or any chronic medication, talk with your pharmacist before adding this — vitamin D and antibiotics especially can affect how those drugs work.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 25, 2018.

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 Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate, straight from the product label.

Brand UP4
Barcode (UPC) 725334014249
Net contents 40 Soft Melt(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 25, 2018
DSLD ID 181893
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Other (e.g. Tea Bag)
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Halal, Gluten Free, Sugar Free, Children more than 1 but less than 4
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate by UP4, 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 Soft Melt(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Soft Melt(s)
Servings per container
40
UPC/BARCODE
725334014249
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories15 Calories--
Total Carbohydrates2 Gram(s)1%, 1%
Saturated Fat1 Gram(s)7%, 3%
Total Fat1 Gram(s)2%, 1%
Vitamin D320 mcg133%, 100%
Added Sugars0 Gram(s)--
Total Sugars0 Gram(s)--
Sugar Alcohol1 Gram(s)--
Bifidobacterium lactis UABla-120 NP--
A Proprietary Probiotic Blend40.7 mg--
Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-10 NP--

Other ingredients: Maltitol, Palm Oil, Fructooligosaccharide, Skim Milk powder, Natural flavor, Sunflower Lecithin, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate

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Label statements
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Formula

Contains: Milk

crescent M

Precautions

Contains: Milk

Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for children under 3 years of age due to risk of choking.

Inform a healthcare professional before starting any dietary supplement, particularly if there is a known immune-compromised condition.

Tamper Evident: Product is sealed within blisters. Do not use if any part of the blister is torn, open or damaged.

For questions, concerns or to report an adverse event, please call: 1-800-722-3476

General Statements

Made in Israel. Not a reduced calorie food

Certified sustainable palm oil with respect to deforestation and fair labor practices.

Probiotics Simple goodness

Digestive + immune support Bone support

1 billion CFUs guaranteed Taste

Seals/Symbols

crescent M

Gluten free Sugar free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for Use and Storage: Chew 1 soft melt up to twice daily.

Storage

Refrigerate for best use. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Brand IP Statement(s)

UP4 and what are you UP4 are trademarks of DSM. DDS and UABla-12 are trademarks of UAS Laboratories LLC and used under license.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Formulation

Gluten free Sugar free

General

UCBM4706

FDA Statement of Identity

Probiotic Supplement

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Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate by UP4 label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate by UP4

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Soft Melt(s) Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Servings per container40 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.

Vitamin D3

Interacts with
715 drugs
20 mcg per serving Form: Cholecalciferol

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and is important for healthy bones, muscles, and immune function. Many people,...

Vitamin D3 monograph & interactions

A Proprietary Probiotic Blend

40.7 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltitol, Palm Oil, Fructooligosaccharide, Skim Milk powder, Natural flavor, Sunflower Lecithin, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate by UP4 Drug Interactions

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879Drugs
262 Moderate 617 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Vitamin D3 715
Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 182

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate interact with 879 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

2 of the 3 ingredients in Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Vitamin D3 Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Vitamin D38 drug types · 715 drugs

Aluminum

Vitamin D might increase aluminum absorption and toxicity, but this has only been reported in people with renal failure.
The protein that transports calcium across the intestinal wall can also bind and transport aluminum. This protein is stimulated by vitamin D, which may therefore increase aluminum absorption. This mechanism may contribute to increased aluminum levels and toxicity in people with renal failure, when they take vitamin D and aluminum-containing phosphate binders chronically.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Atorvastatin (Lipitor)

Vitamin D might reduce absorption of atorvastatin.
A small, low-quality clinical study shows that taking vitamin D reduces levels of atorvastatin and its active metabolites by up to 55%. However, while atorvastatin levels decreased, total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels did not substantially change. Atorvastatin is metabolized in the gut by CYP3A4 enzymes, and researchers theorized that vitamin D might induce CYP3A4, causing reduced levels of atorvastatin. However, this proposed mechanism was not specifically studied.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Calcipotriene (Dovonex)

Taking calcipotriene with vitamin D increases the risk for hypercalcemia.
Calcipotriene is a vitamin D analog used topically for psoriasis. It can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to cause systemic effects, including hypercalcemia. Theoretically, combining calcipotriene with vitamin D supplements might increase the risk of hypercalcemia.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Theoretically, hypercalcemia induced by high-dose vitamin D can increase the risk of arrhythmia from digoxin.
High doses of vitamin D can cause hypercalcemia. Hypercalcemia increases the risk of fatal cardiac arrhythmias with digoxin. Avoid vitamin D doses above the tolerable upper intake level (4000 IU daily for adults) and monitor serum calcium levels in people taking vitamin D and digoxin concurrently.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Diltiazem (Cardizem, Others)

Theoretically, hypercalcemia induced by high-dose vitamin D can reduce the therapeutic effects of diltiazem for arrhythmia.
High doses of vitamin D can cause hypercalcemia. Hypercalcemia can reduce the effectiveness of verapamil in atrial fibrillation. Theoretically this could also occur with diltiazem. Avoid vitamin D doses above the tolerable upper intake level (4000 IU daily for adults) and monitor serum calcium levels in people taking vitamin D and diltiazem concurrently.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Thiazide Diuretics

Theoretically, taking thiazide diuretics and high-dose vitamin D can increase the risk of hypercalcemia.
Thiazide diuretics decrease urinary calcium excretion, which could lead to hypercalcemia if vitamin D supplements are taken concurrently. This has been reported in people being treated with vitamin D for hypoparathyroidism, and also in elderly people with normal parathyroid function who were taking a thiazide, vitamin D, and calcium-containing antacids daily.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Verapamil (Calan, Others)

Hypercalcemia induced by high-dose vitamin D can reduce the therapeutic effects of verapamil for arrhythmia.
Hypercalcemia due to high doses of vitamin D can reduce the effectiveness of verapamil in atrial fibrillation. Avoid vitamin D doses above the tolerable upper intake level (4000 IU daily for adults) and monitor serum calcium levels in people taking vitamin D and verapamil concurrently.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Vitamin D might induce CYP3A4 enzymes and reduce the bioavailability of CYP3A4 substrates.
There is some concern that vitamin D might induce CYP3A4. In vitro research suggests that vitamin D induces CYP3A4 transcription. Additionally, observational research has found that increased UV light exposure and serum vitamin D levels are associated with decreased serum levels of CYP3A4 substrates such as tacrolimus and sirolimus, while no association between UV light exposure or vitamin D levels and levels of mycophenolic acid, a non-CYP3A4 substrate, was found. A small, low-quality clinical study shows that taking vitamin D reduces levels of the CYP3A4 substrate atorvastatin and its active metabolites by up to 55%; however, the clinical effects of atorvastatin were not reduced. While researchers theorized that vitamin D might induce CYP3A4, this proposed mechanism was not specifically studied.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Vitamin D3 full monograph & interactions

Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-11 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
Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate, from the product label.

UP4

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Name
i-Health, Inc.
Street Address
55 Sebethe Drive
City
Cromwell
State
CT
ZipCode
06416
Phone Number
1-800-722-3476
Web Address
www.up4probiotics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate by UP4: Common Questions

Does Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate by UP4 interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate has a known interaction with 879 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate contains 3 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 if I'm on an antibiotic?
Taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotics at the same time can reduce the probiotic's benefit — the antibiotic may kill the live bacteria. Talk to your pharmacist about spacing them apart.
Is this safe during pregnancy?
Vitamin D3 is often used during pregnancy at recommended doses under a doctor's guidance, but we don't have specific pregnancy safety data on file for the probiotic strains in this product. Discuss it with your doctor before starting.
What does the vitamin D do in this product?
Vitamin D3 helps your body absorb calcium and maintain healthy bones. It's effective for preventing and treating conditions like rickets and osteomalacia (soft bones from vitamin D deficiency).
What are the probiotics for?
Lactobacillus acidophilus supports digestive health and immune function and is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, antibiotic-related diarrhea, and other digestive concerns.
Can too much vitamin D hurt me?
Yes — very high doses of vitamin D over time can cause toxicity, with symptoms including high blood calcium, weak bones in adults, and slowed growth in children. Stick to recommended doses and talk to your doctor about any concerns.
What about side effects from the probiotics?
Gastrointestinal side effects like bloating, gas, or mild diarrhea are uncommon but can happen when you first start probiotics. They're usually temporary.

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The Full Monographs Behind Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Vitamin D

Interacts with 715 drugs

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps your body absorb calcium and is important for healthy bones, muscles, and immune function. Many people, especially those with low sun exposure,...

Read the full Vitamin D monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Lactobacillus Acidophilus

Interacts with 182 drugs

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a 'friendly' bacterium used as a probiotic to support gut and vaginal health. It is generally well tolerated in healthy people, and there is reasonable evidence...

Read the full Lactobacillus Acidophilus monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Adult Cubes Blissful White Chocolate'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.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 41 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.

Vitamin D 26 references
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See these in context on the Vitamin D monograph →

Lactobacillus Acidophilus 15 references
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