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Dietary supplement

Colostrum Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Kion

Powder Category: Amino Acid/protein
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Colostrum is a dietary supplement by Kion with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for immune support, gut health and digestion, exercise recovery.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Colostrum by Kion

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 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Kion Colostrum contains one active ingredient: bovine colostrum, which is the nutrient-rich fluid produced by cows in the first days after giving birth. It's a source of antibodies, growth factors, and proteins.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
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: Gut health, immune support, and athletic recovery.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Exercise-induced respiratory infections, Physical performance, Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Rotaviral diarrhea, Travelers' diarrhea — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Bovine Colostrum is rated "Possibly Effective" for HIV/AIDS-related diarrhea (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Bovine Colostrum is rated "Possibly Effective" for Exercise-induced respiratory infections, Rotaviral diarrhea.
  • Also on file: Bovine Colostrum is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance, Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Travelers' diarrhea, Muscle strength.

Bovine colostrum is possibly effective for HIV/AIDS-related diarrhea and rotaviral diarrhea (infection caused by rotavirus), and possibly effective for exercise-induced respiratory infections. It's rated possibly ineffective for necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a serious intestinal condition in newborns.

The evidence supporting these uses is limited, and you should talk with your doctor about whether it's right for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bovine Colostrum

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.

Bovine colostrum is generally well tolerated in most adults. People with a milk or dairy allergy should avoid it.

A small number of trial participants reported mild bloating, nausea, diarrhea, and unsettled stomach at rates similar to a whey-based control. Rare reports in HIV patients have included nausea, vomiting, elevated liver function tests, and decreased blood cell counts.

Safety data during pregnancy is not well studied — talk with your doctor before taking it if you're pregnant. Safety during breastfeeding is also not well studied; use caution and check with your provider.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bovine Colostrum

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for bovine colostrum. That doesn't mean none exist — run your medications through the checker on this page to be sure.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Kion Colostrum may be worth considering if you have HIV/AIDS-related diarrhea, rotaviral diarrhea, or exercise-related respiratory infections and your doctor agrees. If you have a dairy allergy, skip it.

Before starting, talk with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have liver concerns.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 22, 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 Colostrum, straight from the product label.

Brand Kion
Barcode (UPC) 850002207309
Net contents 3.39 Ounce(s); 96 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 22, 2024
DSLD ID 307261
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Colostrum by Kion, 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:
3.2 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3.2 Gram(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
850002207309
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates1 Gram(s)1%
Protein1 Gram(s)2%
Bovine Colostrum3.2 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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Formulation

Grass-fed bovine powder Gut health Immune support Athletic recovery

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Precautions

Contains: Milk

Caution Keep out of reach of children.

Consult your health practitioner before using this product.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use Mix 2 scoops with 8 oz water or other beverage. Can also be added to food, or placed under the tongue for quick absorption. Take daily, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.

Storage

Store at room temperature.

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.

General Statements

Packaged by weight, not volume.

See for yourself

Colostrum by Kion label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Colostrum by Kion

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

Serving size3.2 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container30 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.

Protein

1 Gram(s) per serving

Bovine Colostrum

No known
interactions
3.2 Gram(s) per serving

Bovine colostrum is the nutrient-rich first milk from cows, packed with antibodies, growth factors, and protein. Early research suggests it may help w...

Bovine Colostrum monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Colostrum by Kion Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Colostrum. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Colostrum, from the product label.

Kion

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Name
Kion LLC
City
Boulder
State
CO
ZipCode
80304
Phone Number
(855) 387-5466
Web Address
GetKion.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Colostrum by Kion: Common Questions

Does Colostrum by Kion interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Colostrum. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Colostrum 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.
Is this safe if I have a dairy allergy?
No — bovine colostrum comes from cow's milk, so people with a milk or dairy allergy should avoid it.
Can I take this while pregnant?
There isn't enough reliable safety data in pregnancy. Talk with your doctor before taking it — they can weigh the potential benefit against any risk for your situation.
What side effects have been reported?
A small number of trial participants reported mild bloating, nausea, diarrhea, and unsettled stomach, occurring at similar rates as in people taking a whey-based control. Rare reports in HIV patients have included elevated liver function tests and changes in blood cell counts.
Does bovine colostrum work for diarrhea?
It's rated possibly effective for HIV/AIDS-related diarrhea and rotaviral diarrhea. The evidence is limited, so results may vary — talk with your doctor about whether it makes sense for you.
Can I take this if I'm breastfeeding?
Safety during breastfeeding isn't well studied. Check with your provider before taking it so they can advise you based on your situation.

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Sources & How We Checked

Colostrum'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 8 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.

Bovine Colostrum 8 references
  1. Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.
  2. Greenberg PD, Cello JP. Treatment of severe diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium parvum with oral bovine immunoglobulin concentrate in patients with AIDS. J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr Hum Retrovirol 1996;13:348-54. PubMed
  3. Duff WR, Chilibeck PD, Rooke JJ, Kaviani M, Krentz JR, Haines DM. The effect of bovine colostrum supplementation in older adults during resistance training. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab. 2014 Jun;24(3):276-85. PubMed
  4. Sanctuary MR, Kain JN, Chen SY, et al. Pilot study of probiotic/colostrum supplementation on gut function in children with autism and gastrointestinal symptoms. PLoS One. 2019;14(1):e0210064. PubMed
  5. Porcaro F, Caminiti L, Crisafulli G, Guglielmo F, Pajno GB. Anaphylaxis to cutaneous exposure to bovine colostrum based cream. Asian Pac J Allergy Immunol. 2019;37(1):9-11.
  6. Yan X, Pan X, Ding L, et al. Bovine colostrum to supplement the first feeding of very preterm infants: The PreColos randomized controlled trial. Clin Nutr 2023;42(8):1408-1417. PubMed
  7. Halasa M, Skonieczna-Zydecka K, Machalinski B, Bühner L, Baskiewicz-Halasa M. Six Weeks of Supplementation with Bovine Colostrum Effectively Reduces URTIs Symptoms Frequency and Gravity for Up to 20 Weeks in Pre-School Children. Nutrients 2023;15(16):3626 PubMed
  8. Simonsen MB, Kappel SS, Aunsholt L, Möller S, Sangild PT, Zachariassen G. Mineral supplementation for very preterm infants fed fortified human milk. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2024;78(6):1389-1397. PubMed

See these in context on the Bovine Colostrum monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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