Colostrum Gold Unflavored Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Kirkman
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Colostrum Gold Unflavored 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
Colostrum Gold Unflavored is a dietary supplement by Kirkman with 1 active ingredient. 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 Gold Unflavored by Kirkman
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: bovine colostrum, a nutrient-rich fluid produced by cows in the first few days after birth. Colostrum is used in supplements because it contains antibodies and growth factors that proponents believe support gut and immune health.
There are no inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for bovine colostrum is mixed and limited. It's rated possibly effective for HIV/AIDS-related diarrhea and rotaviral diarrhea, and possibly effective for reducing exercise-induced respiratory infections.
However, it's rated possibly ineffective for necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a serious bowel condition in newborns. For other uses beyond these specific conditions, the evidence we hold doesn't establish effectiveness.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Bovine colostrum is generally well tolerated in most adults, but anyone with a milk or dairy allergy should avoid it — this product comes from cows and can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive people. In clinical trials, a small number of patients reported mild bloating, nausea, diarrhea, and unsettled stomach at rates similar to those taking a comparison whey product.
There isn't enough reliable safety data during pregnancy, so it's best to avoid it unless your doctor gives you the green light. Safety data during breastfeeding is also limited, so use caution and check with your healthcare provider before starting.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for bovine colostrum in our data. That doesn't mean none exist, so it's still a good idea to review this product with your own doctor or pharmacist, especially if you're on multiple medications or managing a serious health condition.
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.
Bovine colostrum may be worth considering if you're dealing with HIV/AIDS-related diarrhea, rotaviral diarrhea, or recovery from intense exercise — though the evidence is still emerging. If you have a dairy allergy, this product isn't for you.
Anyone pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing other health conditions should talk it over with their doctor or pharmacist before starting.
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 Sep 25, 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
General information
Key facts about Colostrum Gold Unflavored, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Kirkman |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 812325022205 |
| Net contents | 8 Fluid Ounce(s); 237 Milliliter(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 296983 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Colostrum Gold Unflavored by Kirkman, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Bovine Colostrum | 2.5 Gram(s) | -- |
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Storage
Important: Refrigerate after opening.
Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children.
Contains milk (may contain up to 1,000 parts per million of casein)
Formulation
Free of: eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, or soy
Color may vary from lot to lot.
Hypoallergenic
Gluten-free
Immune support
Formula
Colostrum is a natural substance.
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.
Seals/Symbols
Ultra tested
cGMP Good Manufacturing Products Consistent Quality
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: 1/2 teaspoon twice daily or as directed by a physician. Dilute in juice, lemonade or other tart liquid.
General Statements
503.694.1600
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Colostrum Gold Unflavored by Kirkman label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Colostrum Gold Unflavored by Kirkman
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2.5 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container94 Amounts shown are per serving.
Bovine Colostrum
No knowninteractions
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 & interactionsColostrum Gold Unflavored by Kirkman Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Colostrum Gold Unflavored. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Colostrum Gold Unflavored, from the product label.
Kirkman
See all Kirkman products- Name
- Kirkman
- City
- Lake Oswego
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97035
- Phone Number
- (800) 245-8282
- Web Address
- www.kirkmangroup.com
Colostrum Gold Unflavored by Kirkman: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Colostrum Gold Unflavored’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Colostrum Gold Unflavored'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
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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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