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FemEcology Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Vitanica

FemEcology label
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Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking FemEcology 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

FemEcology is a dietary supplement by Vitanica with 5 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive health and balance, diarrhea (including antibiotic-related), vaginal yeast and bacterial infections.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 LA-14. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of FemEcology by Vitanica

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 0 of its 5 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

FemEcology contains five active probiotic ingredients: four Lactobacillus species (rhamnosus, salivarius, plantarum, and acidophilus), plus Lactobacillus reuteri. These are live beneficial bacteria intended to support vaginal and digestive health.

The product also contains several inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, water, L-leucine, and silica — which are fillers and capsule materials that help deliver the probiotics.

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: healthy vaginal urinary and intestinal ecology.
  • We looked for evidence on: Bacterial vaginosis, Vaginal candidiasis, Urinary tract infections (UTIs), Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), 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: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Lactose intolerance, Rotaviral diarrhea, Travelers' diarrhea.

The data we hold shows that Lactobacillus acidophilus — one of the five actives in this formula — is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. For atopic disease (allergic conditions), it appears possibly ineffective.

Evidence for acute respiratory distress syndrome isn't established. We don't have effectiveness ratings on file for the other four Lactobacillus strains in FemEcology, so we can't speak to what they may do.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient 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 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.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. Some people report mild gastrointestinal side effects — epigastric discomfort, abdominal pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea, or burping — but these are uncommon.

Because the product contains live organisms, there's a theoretical concern that in rare cases (especially in people with compromised immune systems) the bacteria could spread to other parts of the body and cause serious infection, though most documented cases involved translocation of bacteria already present elsewhere. In pregnancy, Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly safe, but data are limited; for breastfeeding, we have no rating on file.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant, nursing, or have a weakened immune system.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient 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 1 matched ingredient 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 concern (Moderate severity): taking them at the same time as FemEcology may reduce how well the probiotic works. Space doses apart, and ask your doctor or pharmacist for timing advice.

We could not check three of the five ingredients for drug interactions because we don't hold data on them.

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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.

FemEcology is a five-strain probiotic formula that may help with irritable bowel syndrome, certain infections, and antibiotic-related diarrhea — though the evidence is still developing. The biggest thing to watch is spacing it away from antibiotics.

If you have a compromised immune system or are pregnant or nursing, check with your 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 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 24, 2022.

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 FemEcology, straight from the product label.

Brand Vitanica
Barcode (UPC) 708118023156
Net contents 30 Vegan Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2022
DSLD ID 275379
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for FemEcology by Vitanica, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
708118023156
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactobacillus rhamnosus LR-320 NP--
Lactobacillus salivarius LS-330 NP--
Lactobacillus plantarum LP-1150 NP--
Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-140 NP--
Proprietary Blend0 NP--
Lactobacillus reuteri 1E10 NP--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Water, L-Leucine, Silica

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Label statements
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General Statements

Formulated by Tori Hudson, a naturopathic physician

Formulation

FemEcology promotes a healthy immune response in the vaginal, urinary tract and/or intestinal tract by supporting the maintenance of the probiotic ecosystems.

Formulated to exclude: Preservatives, binders, artificial coloring or flavorings, lactose, wheat, gluten, soybeans, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish or shellfish.

Multi-strain formula Vaginal probiotic support

Vegan

GF Non-GMO

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: One (1) capsule per day, orally, to promote healthy vaginal and/or intestinal ecology. More may be taken as needed or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Storage

Keep refrigerated or store in a cool dry place below 70 degrees F.

Keep in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.

Precautions

Tamper resistant please do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Keep in a cool, dry place out of reach of children.

Formula

10 Billion CFU'S: Supports Women's Urogenital Health

10 Billion CFU'S: Supports Women's Urogenital Health

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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.

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FemEcology by Vitanica label

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FemEcology label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in FemEcology by Vitanica

These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule 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.

Proprietary Blend

0 NP per serving
  • › Lactobacillus rhamnosus LR-32
  • › Lactobacillus salivarius LS-33
  • › Lactobacillus plantarum LP-115
  • › Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-14
  • › Lactobacillus reuteri 1E1

Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Water, L-Leucine, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

FemEcology by Vitanica Drug Interactions

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182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-14 182

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in FemEcology interact with 182 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 5 ingredients in FemEcology interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-14

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in FemEcology 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 LA-141 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 LA-14 full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Vitanica

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Name
Vitanica
Street Address
12401 SW Leveton Dr.
City
Tualatin
State
OR
ZipCode
97062
Web Address
www.vitanica.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

FemEcology by Vitanica: Common Questions

Does FemEcology by Vitanica interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, FemEcology 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?
FemEcology contains 5 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.
Does FemEcology work for bacterial vaginosis?
Lactobacillus acidophilus, one of the five ingredients in FemEcology, is rated possibly effective for bacterial vaginosis. That's not a guarantee — the evidence is still being studied — but it's one of the conditions where probiotic research has shown promise.
Can I take FemEcology at the same time as an antibiotic?
No, you shouldn't. Antibiotics can kill the live bacteria in FemEcology, making the probiotic less effective. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about spacing doses apart — typically several hours apart is suggested, but the exact timing depends on your antibiotic.
Is FemEcology safe in pregnancy?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is rated possibly safe in pregnancy, but data are limited. We don't have safety information on file for the other four strains. Because pregnancy is a special time, talk with your doctor before taking this supplement.
What are the side effects?
Most people tolerate FemEcology well. Some experience mild gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort, or diarrhea when they first start, but these are uncommon. In very rare cases, especially in people with weakened immune systems, the live organisms could spread elsewhere in the body and cause infection — though this is not common.
What does each ingredient in FemEcology do?
FemEcology contains five Lactobacillus strains — rhamnosus, salivarius, plantarum, acidophilus, and reuteri. These are beneficial bacteria meant to support vaginal and digestive health. Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, some infections, and antibiotic-related diarrhea. We don't have effectiveness data on file for the other four strains.

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The Full Monographs Behind FemEcology’s Ingredients

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

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

FemEcology'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 15 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.

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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