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Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Jarrow Formulas

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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 Ideal Bowel Support 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.

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The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU is a dietary supplement by Jarrow Formulas with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive health and regularity, irritable bowel syndrome (ibs) symptoms, bloating and gas.Based on those ingredients, 182 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 299v. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas

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Evidence for Intended Use
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Not assessable

The stated purpose hasn't been mapped to our evidence data yet.

Why this rating?
  • We haven't mapped this product's purpose to our evidence data yet — it'll be graded on the next content refresh.
Ingredient Transparency
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.
Known Interaction Concern
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 — Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum.
  • 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.
Safety Information
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.

HelloPharmacist summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 24, 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 Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU, straight from the product label.

Brand Jarrow Formulas
Barcode (UPC) 790011030287
Net contents 30 Veggie Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 24, 2024
DSLD ID 307621
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), No Allergies, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas, 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
790011030287
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 299v43.5 mg--

Other ingredients: Potato Starch, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Water, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Formulation

No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, peanuts/tree nuts or sesame.

Note: Color of product naturally varies from white to tan.

Dairy-free Gluten-free

Vegan

Supports regularity Supports reduction of occasional bloating, gas, and gut discomfort

Non-GMO Gluten free Dairy free

Strains Matter When it comes to effective probiotics, clinically documented Strains Matter. As an innovator of consumer probiotics since 1986, Jarrow Formulas takes great pride in using high-quality and scientifically documented strains that have been developed through years of research and innovation.

Formula

(10 Billion CFU) Minimum 10 billion viable cells at time of consumption, under recommended storage conditions and within Best Used Before date.

LP299V in action LP299V produces nutrients and signals through immune cells to: Support microbiome balance Support bowel movement regularity Support gut barrier integrity by promoting mucus production and junctional proteins

Clinically studied LP299V

Jarro-Dophilus Ideal Bowel Support features a clinically documented, human-origin probiotic strain, L. plantarum 299v, that resists stomach acid and bile salts and deomonstrates specific adherence properties for colonization of human intestinal mucosa. The benefits of L. plantarum 299v has been observed in studies pertaining to intestinal health.

Storage

No refrigeration necessary Does not require refrigeration and can be stored at room temperature in cool, dry place. Avoid storage at temperature above 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Refrigeration, however extends shelf life.

Store in a cool, dry place.

No refrigeration

Precautions

Do not use if safety seal or blister is broken, damaged or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Warning: Consult a healthcare professional before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, under the age of 18, are taking medication or have a medical condition; if adverse reactions occur, discontinue use.

Warning: Consult a healthcare professional before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, under the age of 18, are taking medication or have a medical condition; if adverse reactions occur, discontinue use. Keep out of the reach of children.

Seals/Symbols

IPRO

Brand IP Statement(s)

Probi Lallemand Probiotics LP299V and Probi are registered trademarks of Probi AB.

Copyright 2023 Jarrow Formulas

FDA Statement of Identity

Probiotics Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Adults take 1 capsule 1 to 2 times a day with a meal or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.

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

Probiotics

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Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas label

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Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 299v

Interacts with
182 drugs
43.5 mg per serving

Lactiplantibacillus plantarum is a 'friendly' bacterium (probiotic) found in fermented foods and many supplements, studied mainly for digestive health...

Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 299v monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Potato Starch, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Water, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas Drug Interactions

Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU contains a single active ingredient, and it has known interactions with 182 medications. Here’s the picture, then you can look up your own drug.

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182Drugs
182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 299v 182

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU interact with 182 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 299v

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Ideal Bowel Support 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.

Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 299v1 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

Theoretically, taking Lactiplantibacillus plantarum with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L. plantarum.
L. plantarum 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. plantarum preparations by at least two hours.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 299v full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU, from the product label.

Jarrow Formulas

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Name
Jarrow Formulas, Inc.
City
Sherman Oaks
State
CA
ZipCode
91403
Phone Number
1-866-459-4154
Web Address
www.Jarrow.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas: Common Questions

Does Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Ideal Bowel Support 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?
Ideal Bowel Support 10 Billion CFU 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.

Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy

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The Full Monographs Behind Ideal Bowel Support 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

Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum

Interacts with 182 drugs

Lactiplantibacillus plantarum is a 'friendly' bacterium (probiotic) found in fermented foods and many supplements, studied mainly for digestive health. It is generally well tolerated in heal...

Read the full Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Ideal Bowel Support 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 12 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.

Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum 12 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. Ducrotté P, Sawant P, Jayanthi V. Clinical trial: Lactobacillus plantarum 299v (DSM 9843) improves symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. World J Gastroenterol 2012;18(30):4012-8.
  3. Krag A, Munkholm P, Israelsen H, von Ryberg B, Andersen KK, Bendtsen F. Profermin is efficacious in patients with active ulcerative colitis--a randomized controlled trial. Inflamm Bowel Dis. 2013;19(12):2584-92. PubMed
  4. Topcuoglu S, Gursoy T, Ovali F, Serce O, Karatekin G. A new risk factor for neonatal vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus colonisation: bacterial probiotics. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med. 2015;28(12):1491-4. PubMed
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Axling U, Önning G, Martinsson Niskanen T, Larsson N, Hansson SR, Hulthén L. The effect of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum 299v together with a low dose of iron on iron status in healthy pregnant women: A randomized clinical trial. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand
  8. Matsuura H, Kiura Y, Ito T, et al. Lactobacillus bacteremia: a diagnostic clue of rectal cancer. QJM. 2021;114(2):122-123. PubMed
  9. Lazou Ahrén I, Berggren A, Teixeira C, Martinsson Niskanen T, Larsson N. Evaluation of the efficacy of Lactobacillus plantarum HEAL9 and Lactobacillus paracasei 8700:2 on aspects of common cold infections in children attending day care: a randomised, doub
  10. Busch R, Gruenwald J, Dudek S. Randomized, double blind and placebo controlled study using a combination of two probiotic lactobacilli to alleviate symptoms and frequency of common cold. Food Nutr Sci 2013;4(11A):13-2. DOI
  11. Bengtsson J, Adlerberth I, Östblom A, Saksena P, Öresland T, Börjesson L. Effect of probiotics (Lactobacillus plantarum 299 plus Bifidobacterium Cure21) in patients with poor ileal pouch function: a randomised controlled trial. Scand J Gastroenterol 2016;
  12. Canaviri-Paz P, Oscarsson E, Kjellström A, Olsson H, Jois C, Håkansson Å. Effects on Microbiota Composition after Consumption of Quinoa Beverage Fermented by a Novel Xylose-Metabolizing L. plantarum Strain. Nutrients 2021;13(10):3318. PubMed

See these in context on the Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum 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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