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Dietary supplement

Colostrum Gold Unflavored Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Kirkman

Liquid Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

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.

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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.

This product contains a single active ingredient: bovine colostrum, a nutrient-rich fluid produced by cows in the first few days after birth. It's meant to support digestive and immune health.

The product has no inactive ingredients listed.

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: Immune system support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Exercise-induced respiratory infections, Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Influenza, Chemotherapy-related infection, Sepsis, Critical illness (trauma) — 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 "Possibly Ineffective" for Sepsis.

The evidence we hold shows bovine colostrum is possibly effective for HIV/AIDS-related diarrhea and rotaviral diarrhea, and possibly effective for exercise-induced respiratory infections. For necrotizing enterocolitis (a serious intestinal condition in newborns), the data suggests it's possibly ineffective.

For other uses, effectiveness data isn't established in what we hold.

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. If you have a milk or dairy allergy, you should avoid it.

A small number of trial participants reported mild bloating, nausea, diarrhea, and unsettled stomach at rates similar to a control group. In people with HIV, it has caused nausea, vomiting, elevated liver function tests, and decreased blood oxygen-carrying capacity (hematocrit) in individual cases.

There isn't enough reliable safety data in pregnancy, so it's best to avoid it unless your doctor approves. Safety during breastfeeding is not well studied either — use caution and talk 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 the ingredients we could check. Still, run your exact medications through the tool on this page to be thorough.

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.

Colostrum Gold may be worth considering if you're dealing with certain types of infectious diarrhea or looking to support immunity during intense exercise. Steer clear if you have a milk allergy, and talk with your doctor before using it in pregnancy.

Anyone with HIV or liver concerns should check with their pharmacist or doctor first.

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 Aug 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 Gold Unflavored, straight from the product label.

Brand Kirkman
Barcode (UPC) 812325022212
Net contents 16 Fluid Ounce(s); 473 Milliliter(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 22, 2024
DSLD ID 317719
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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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

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2.5 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2.5 mL
Servings per container
189
UPC/BARCODE
812325022212
IngredientAmount% DV
Bovine Colostrum2.5 mL--

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Label statements
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Storage

Important: Refrigerate after opening.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children. Caution: Formulated for adults and children four years and older. For children under four, consult a physician.

Allergen Warning: Contains milk (may contain up to 1,000 parts per million of casein)

Formulation

Free of: Eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame

Colostrum is a natural substance. Color may vary from lot to lot.

Hypoallergenic Immune system support

Gluten-Free

Brand IP Statement(s)

Kirkman and Ultra Tested are Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Seals/Symbols

Ultra Tested cGMP

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take 1/2 teaspoon twice daily or as directed by a physician. Dilute in juice, lemonade, or other tart liquid.

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.

See for yourself

Colostrum Gold Unflavored by Kirkman label

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

What’s inside

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 container189 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bovine Colostrum

No known
interactions
2.5 mL 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 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.

The maker

Brand information

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

Kirkman

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Name
Kirkman
City
Lake Oswego
State
OR
ZipCode
97035
Phone Number
1.800.245.8282
Web Address
kirkmangroup.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Colostrum Gold Unflavored by Kirkman: Common Questions

Does Colostrum Gold Unflavored by Kirkman interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Colostrum Gold Unflavored. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Colostrum Gold Unflavored contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism 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.
What is bovine colostrum?
It's the nutrient-rich fluid cows produce in the first few days after birth — packed with immune proteins and growth factors. This product contains it in liquid form.
Can I take this if I'm allergic to milk?
No. If you have a milk or dairy allergy, you should avoid bovine colostrum.
Is it safe to use while pregnant?
There isn't enough reliable safety data in pregnancy. It's best to avoid it unless your doctor approves. Talk with your provider before starting it.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
Safety during breastfeeding is not well studied. Use caution and ask your provider before taking it.
What side effects might I notice?
A small number of people in trials reported mild bloating, nausea, diarrhea, and unsettled stomach. These were uncommon and occurred at similar rates to a control group. If you have HIV, talk with your doctor first — elevated liver tests and changes in blood oxygen levels have been reported.

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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

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.

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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