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Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by ProCaps Laboratories

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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 Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU 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

Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU is a dietary supplement by ProCaps Laboratories with 4 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 Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU by ProCaps Laboratories

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 4 active ingredients.
  • “Total CFU” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

This product contains 4 active ingredients: three Lactobacillus strains (acidophilus La-14, plantarum Lp-115, and paracasei Lpc-37) and one Bifidobacterium strain (lactis HN019/BL-04), totaling 10 billion colony-forming units (CFU) per capsule. These are all beneficial bacteria commonly used to support digestive and immune health.

The capsule also contains inactive ingredients—plant cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate—that serve as binding and flow agents.

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: comprehensive probiotic blend for digestive health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Bacterial vaginosis, Clostridioides difficile infection, Constipation, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — 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 Constipation, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Lactose intolerance, Rotaviral diarrhea.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. It's rated possibly ineffective for atopic disease, and the evidence is insufficient to rate it for acute respiratory distress syndrome.

The effectiveness data for the other three bacterial strains in this product are not on file in our data.

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. Most people don't experience side effects, though some trial participants reported uncommon gastrointestinal symptoms—abdominal discomfort, pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, or nausea.

Because these are live microorganisms, there's a theoretical concern they could cause serious infection in people with weakened immunity or certain medical conditions; most documented cases occurred in people with underlying health issues. For pregnancy, the data suggest it's possibly safe, though you should talk with your doctor before starting it.

Lactation data are not on file.

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.

If you take antibiotic drugs, let your doctor or pharmacist know you're considering this probiotic—timing matters to protect both the antibiotic's effect and the probiotic's live organisms. For the other three bacterial strains in this product, we hold no interaction data, so check your exact medications using the tool on this page to be thorough.

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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.

This probiotic is a good option if you're looking for support with IBS, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, or certain digestive concerns—and it's generally well tolerated. If you take antibiotics, space out the timing with your probiotic and check with your doctor or pharmacist about the best schedule.

Anyone with a weakened immune system or serious illness should discuss this product with their healthcare provider first.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 4 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 Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU, straight from the product label.

Brand ProCaps Laboratories
Barcode (UPC) 692204
Net contents 180 Easy-To-Swallow Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 24, 2022
DSLD ID 275259
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
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 Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU by ProCaps Laboratories, 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
180
UPC/BARCODE
692204
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactobacillus acidophilus (La-14)0 NP--
Lactobacillus plantarum (Lp-115)0 NP--
Lactobacillus paracasei (Lpc-37)0 NP--
Bifidobacterium lactis (HN019/BL-04)0 NP--
Total CFU0 NP--

Other ingredients: Plant Cellulose, Natural, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use consume one or more capsules daily or as recommended by your physician. As with any dietary supplement, this product is most effective as part of a healthy diet and active lifestyle. For questions about the use of this product call 800.332.7799.

Formulation

For over 40 years Unsurpassed purity, quality and efficacy 100% solar production Zero carbon foot print

100% solar Comprehensive probiotic complex

It is well established that the microflora in our GI (gastrointestinal) tract play a vital role in promoting healthy digestion, including nutrient absorption and regularity. Maintaining a proper balance of our microflora is also essential to healthy immune system function. The delicate balance of microflora is easily upset by stress, poor diet, digestive issues and aging. This fragile balance is further disrupted by medications that affect the digestive system and its pH balance, such as antacids or antibiotics, which can entirely wipe out our microflora.

Contains no common allergens

General Statements

Andrew Lessman, Founder Questions? Reorders? 800.800.1200 www.HSN.com 800.944.9999 www.QVC.com 800.345.1515

Probiotic means "for life" and probiotic-rich foods have been consumed for thousands of years. However, our diet is no longer rich in microflora with yogurt remaining one of its only sources, which typically contains unwanted calories and sugar and only provides unreliable levels of a single strain of microflora. There are trillions of beneficial microorganisms (microflora) in our body and their healthy balance is essential to the health of our digestive and immune systems.

Formula

Five beneficial probiotic strains

Andrew Lessman's Friendly Flora Probiotic is a comprehensive blend of five established, beneficial probiotic strains, delivering an exceptional 10 billion colony forming units (CFU) per capsule.

Our Friendly Flora Probiotics is designed to enhance the balance of these microorganisms in our digestive, immune, urinary and genital systems.

Friendly Flora Probiotic provides 10 billion colony forming units per capsule of five carefully selected varieties of established, beneficial microflora to ensure the essential benefits of these remarkably healthy "friends".

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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.

Storage

Note This product should be stored in a cool, dry place and kept away from sources of heat or humidity. It does not require refrigeration.

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Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU by ProCaps Laboratories label

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Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU by ProCaps Laboratories

These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container180 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.

Total CFU

0 NP per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Plant Cellulose, Natural, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU by ProCaps Laboratories Drug Interactions

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182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Lactobacillus acidophilus (La-14) 182

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU interact with 182 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 4 ingredients in Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU 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 Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU 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-14)1 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 Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU, from the product label.

ProCaps Laboratories

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Name
ProCaps Labs
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Phone Number
800.800.1200
Web Address
www.ProCapsLabs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU by ProCaps Laboratories: Common Questions

Does Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU by ProCaps Laboratories interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU 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?
Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU contains 4 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.
Will this probiotic work while I'm on antibiotics?
Not as well as it could. Antibiotics kill the live bacteria in probiotics, so you won't get the full benefit if you take them together. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to space them out—usually at least a few hours apart helps protect both the antibiotic's job and the probiotic's organisms.
Can I take this while pregnant?
The data we have suggest L. acidophilus is possibly safe during pregnancy, but that's not a guarantee. Talk with your doctor before starting any new supplement while you're pregnant—they know your individual situation best.
What are the side effects?
Most people don't have any. Uncommon ones include mild gas, bloating, stomach discomfort, or loose stools when you first start—these usually settle down. A very small number of trial participants reported rash or itching, though it's unclear if that came from the probiotic itself.
Is this safe if I have a weakened immune system?
The facts note rare cases where L. acidophilus caused serious infection in people with compromised immunity. If your immune system is weakened by illness or medication, check with your doctor before starting this—they'll help you decide if it's right for you.
Do I need to refrigerate it?
The product facts don't specify storage instructions, so check the label on your bottle or ask your pharmacist.
What does CFU mean?
CFU stands for colony-forming units—it's how we count the live bacteria in the capsule. This product has 10 billion of them per dose.

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU’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

Friendly Flora Probiotic 10 Billion CFU'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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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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