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Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Blend

Tablet Or Pill Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry is a dietary supplement by Nature's Blend with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive and gut health, prebiotic to support good bacteria, constipation relief.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 DDS-1. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry by Nature's Blend

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 contains two active ingredients. Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 is a live probiotic bacterium — a "friendly" organism — that colonizes the gut and may support digestive and immune function.

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are a type of dietary fiber that can act as a prebiotic, feeding beneficial bacteria in your intestines. Together they're designed to support your microbiome.

The remaining ingredients are inactive — they're fillers, binders, and flavorings that give the tablet its form and taste.

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 gut balance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Bacterial vaginosis, Clostridioides difficile infection, Colic, Constipation, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — 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: Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Constipation.

The evidence here is mixed. Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis — meaning some evidence supports use, but it's not definitive.

For other conditions, either the evidence suggests it may not help or there isn't enough data to know. Fructooligosaccharides lack reliable evidence for the conditions listed on the label — osteoporosis, constipation, diabetes, travelers' diarrhea, and high cholesterol.

That means the science hasn't settled on whether FOS actually works for these purposes.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) 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.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. Rare but serious infections have been documented — mostly in people whose immune systems are already compromised — but these appear to stem from bacteria that naturally live in your body moving to places they shouldn't, not from the supplement itself.

Your doctor can help assess your personal risk. Fructooligosaccharides commonly cause gas, bloating, and abdominal pain, especially at higher doses — though studies suggest doses under 10 grams daily are typically mild.

The product may also cause flatulence or constipation in some people. Both ingredients have limited safety data for supplement use, so talk with your doctor before starting, particularly if you're pregnant, nursing, immunocompromised, or taking other medications.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) 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 2 matched ingredients 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.

Antibiotic drugs are the main medication type to double-check before taking this product. Taking L. acidophilus at the same time as antibiotics can reduce how well the probiotic works, so you'll need to space them apart.

Ask your pharmacist or doctor exactly how far apart to take them based on your specific antibiotic.

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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 and certain types of diarrhea if the L. acidophilus component works for you, but don't expect it to treat high cholesterol or other conditions where evidence is lacking. The biggest thing to watch is timing with antibiotics — you'll need to separate them.

If you have a weakened immune system or are pregnant, check with your doctor first.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 23, 2024.

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 Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Blend
Barcode (UPC) 079854011562
Net contents 100 Raspberry Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 23, 2024
DSLD ID 310362
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
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 Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry by Nature's Blend, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
079854011562
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories0 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates1 Gram(s)1%
Added Sugars1 Gram(s)2%
Fructooligosaccharides200 mg--
Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-16.4 mg--

Other ingredients: Sugar, Raspberry, Powder, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid, Silica, Maltodextrin, Starch

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Label statements
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Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Store in a refrigerator after opening.

Precautions

Double safety sealed for your protection. Do not use if either seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Formulation

Preservative & gluten free No salt, artificial colors, wheat, or yeast added.

This product is manufactured under strict quality control guidelines; therefore, purity and label potency are guaranteed. Made in USA & American Owned High Potency

This probiotic formula naturally supports a healthy digestion by promoting microflora balance in the intestinal tract. Chewable Acidophilus adds to a digestive environment that enhances the absorption of many different nutrients.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, chew one tablet after a meal, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Formula

Providing one billion microorganisms per chewable tablet at time of manufacturing.

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 disease.

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Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry by Nature's Blend label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry by Nature's Blend

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill 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.

Fructooligosaccharides

No known
interactions
200 mg per serving

Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) are a type of soluble fiber that acts as a prebiotic, meaning they feed the helpful bacteria in your gut. They are gener...

Fructooligosaccharides monograph & interactions

Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1

Interacts with
182 drugs
6.4 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 DDS-1 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Sugar, Raspberry, Powder, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid, Silica, Maltodextrin, Starch. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry by Nature's Blend 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 Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry 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 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry, from the product label.

Nature's Blend

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Name
National Vitamin Company
City
Casa Grande
State
AZ
ZipCode
85122
Phone Number
1-800-682-9862
Web Address
www.nationalvitamin.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry by Nature's Blend: Common Questions

Does Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry by Nature's Blend interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry 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?
Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry 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 with my antibiotics?
Not at the same time. Antibiotics kill off the live bacteria in this product, making it less effective. You'll need to separate them — ask your pharmacist exactly how many hours apart based on which antibiotic you're taking.
Will this help my IBS?
Possibly. Lactobacillus acidophilus has some evidence supporting it for IBS, but the science isn't definitive — it may help some people and not others. Give it a fair trial and see if you notice improvement.
What's the raspberry for?
It's for flavor and color. The active ingredients doing the work are the L. acidophilus and fructooligosaccharides; the raspberry powder is an inactive ingredient that makes the tablet taste better.
Will this cause bloating?
Possibly. Fructooligosaccharides commonly cause gas and bloating, especially when you first start taking it or at higher doses. The good news is that studies suggest doses under 10 grams daily tend to be mild. Start with a lower dose and see how you feel.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant?
We don't have safety data on file for either ingredient during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist — they can help you decide based on your individual situation.
Can I take this if my immune system is weak?
That's a question for your doctor. Although serious infections from L. acidophilus are rare, they've been documented in people with compromised immunity. Your doctor knows your health history and can say whether this product is right for you.

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Chewable Acidophilus Raspberry'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 21 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.

Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) 6 references
  1. Briet F, et al. Symptomatic response to varying levels of fructo-oligosaccharides consumed occasionally or regularly. Eur J Clin Nutr 1995;49:501-7.
  2. Bouhnik Y, Vahedi K, Achour L, et al. Short-chain fructo-oligosaccharide administration dose-dependently increases fecal bifidobacteria in healthy humans. J Nutr 1999;129:113-6. PubMed
  3. Cummings JH, Macfarlane GT, Englyst HN. Prebiotic digestion and fermentation. Am J Clin Nutr 2001;73:415S-420S. PubMed
  4. Souza DDS, Tahan S, Weber TK, Araujo-Filho HB, de Morais MB. Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel clinical trial assessing the effect of fructooligosaccharides in infants with constipation. Nutrients. 2018;10(11). pii: E1602. PubMed
  5. Andermann TM, Fouladi F, Tamburini FB, et al. A Fructo-Oligosaccharide Prebiotic Is Well Tolerated in Adults Undergoing Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Phase I Dose-Escalation Trial. Transplant Cell Ther 2021;27(11):932. PubMed
  6. Dou Y, Yu X, Luo Y, Chen B, Ma D, Zhu J. Effect of Fructooligosaccharides Supplementation on the Gut Microbiota in Human: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Nutrients 2022;14(16):3298. PubMed

See these in context on the Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) monograph →

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
  4. Shavakhi A, Tabesh E, Yaghoutkar A, Hashemi H, Tabesh F, Khodadoostan M,Minakari M, Shavakhi S, Gholamrezaei A. The effects of multistrain probiotic compound on bismuth-containing quadruple therapy for Helicobacter pylori infection: a randomized placebo-c
  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
  6. Badehnoosh B, Karamali M, Zarrati M, et al. The effects of probiotic supplementation on biomarkers of inflammation, oxidative stress and pregnancy outcomes in gestational diabetes. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2018 May;31(9):1128-1136.
  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
  8. Shahriari A, Karimi E, Shahriari M, Aslani N, Khooshideh M, Arab A. The effect of probiotic supplementation on the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus among high-risk pregnant women: A parallel double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial PubMed
  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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