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Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Jarrow Formulas

Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU label
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Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Jarro-Dophilus EPS 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

Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU is a dietary supplement by Jarrow Formulas with 8 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive health and regularity, infant colic and gut support, diarrhea (including antibiotic-related).Based on those ingredients, 182 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bifidobacterium breve R0070, Bifidobacterium longum BB536, Lactobacillus helveticus R0052. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas

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 8 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Probiotic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (131 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains eight ingredients total: a proprietary blend of live probiotic organisms—Bifidobacterium breve, Bifidobacterium longum, Pediococcus acidilactici, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus casei, Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis, and Lactobacillus helveticus—each chosen to support digestive health. The inactive ingredients include potato starch, cellulose derivatives, magnesium stearate, and other capsule materials and preservatives.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: digestive health and gut microbiome support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Colic, Clostridioides difficile infection, Constipation, Diarrhea, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — and 4 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Bifidobacterium Breve is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Antibiotic-associated diarrhea (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Bifidobacterium Breve is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Constipation, Rotaviral diarrhea, Ulcerative colitis, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and more.

The evidence for these specific probiotic strains is still being built. For antibiotic-associated diarrhea and hay fever, the data we hold shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate them.

Similarly, evidence is insufficient for cognitive function, depression, and several other conditions listed. You won't find a strong "proven" claim on this label because the science hasn't caught up yet—that doesn't mean they don't work, just that large, well-designed trials haven't confirmed it for most uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bifidobacterium Breve Bifidobacterium Longum Lactobacillus Helveticus

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 3 of the 3 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Bifidobacterium breve and Bifidobacterium longum are generally well tolerated in healthy people, though caution is advised if you're seriously ill or have a weakened immune system. Lactobacillus helveticus carries the same caution.

Rare reports exist of these organisms causing blood infections (bacteremia) in very sick infants and critically ill adults, so probiotics should only be used under a doctor's guidance in those settings. Some people report mild bloating, flatulence, or abdominal discomfort, though these aren't common.

For pregnancy, limited data exist for Bifidobacterium breve and Lactobacillus helveticus—talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this is right for you. Bifidobacterium longum is rated Possibly Safe in pregnancy and lactation.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bifidobacterium Breve Bifidobacterium Longum Lactobacillus Helveticus

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?
  • 3 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Bifidobacterium Breve, Bifidobacterium Longum, Lactobacillus Helveticus.
  • 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.

Before you take this product, check whether you're on any antibiotic drugs—Moderate interaction with all three checked probiotic strains means they lose effectiveness if taken together. Separate your antibiotic dose from this supplement by a few hours, and confirm the timing with your doctor or pharmacist.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a multi-strain probiotic for people with healthy immune systems looking to support gut flora. If you're on antibiotics, you'll need to space out your doses—talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the timing.

If you're seriously ill, immunocompromised, or pregnant, check with your healthcare provider before starting. Run your current medications through the checker below to be sure.

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

Assessment coverage: 3 of 8 active ingredients 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 Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU, straight from the product label.

Brand Jarrow Formulas
Barcode (UPC) 790011030249
Net contents 120 Veggie Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 24, 2024
DSLD ID 307628
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Jarro-Dophilus EPS 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
790011030249
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Probiotic Blend131 mg--
Bifidobacterium breve R00700 NP--
Bifidobacterium longum BB5360 NP--
Pediococcus acidilactici R10010 NP--
Lactobacillus plantarum R10120 NP--
Lactobacillus rhamnosus R00110 NP--
Lactobacillus casei R02150 NP--
Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis R10580 NP--
Lactobacillus helveticus R00520 NP--

Other ingredients: Potato Starch, Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, Water, Hypromellose, Ethylcellulose, Sodium Alginate, Medium Chain Triglyceride, Oleic Acid, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Ascorbic Acid

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Adults take 2 capsules once a day with water or juice, preferably on an empty stomach, or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.

General Statements

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.

Probiotics

Precautions

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

Contains: milk and soy (in trace amounts).

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

Formulation

Star Technology Lallemand Made in Canada by Lallemand Health Solutions, Inc.

Vegetarian

Enhanced Probiotic System Daily gut balance Helps regulate and maintain the health of the intestinal tract

Live Probiotic Guarantee When kept under recommended storage conditions, Jarrow Probiotics are formulated to ensure CFU counts are guaranteed within Best Used Before date.

IGEN Non-GMO tested

Blister packed Protects probiotics From moisture and oxygen for superior stability

Seals/Symbols

IPRO

IGEN Non-GMO tested

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. No refrigeration necessary

Store in a cool, dry place.

Shelf Life: Stability Formulated with strains that are stable at room temperature (77 degrees F)

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2023 Jarrow Formulas

Formula

8 Clinically studied strains Enteroguard coating

8 Clinically studied strains in an Enhanced Probiotic System (EPS) Jarro-Dophilus EPS supports the health of the intestinal tract with a balanced mixture of carefully selected probiotic strains for intestinal and immune health. These strains have been clinically shown to have a positive influence on intestinal and/or immune health. Our 8 complementary strains of probiotic bacteria are delivered via proprietary enteric coated capsules (EnteroGuard) that protect it from stomach acid and delivers the potency of friendly bacteria needed to support a healthy gut. Jarro-Dophilus EPS is blister-packed to protect the capsules from moisture and room temperature stable so it does not require refrigeration.

EnteroGuard Protects probiotics from stomach acid

FDA Statement of Identity

Probiotics 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.

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Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas label

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Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas

These are the 8 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 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 Probiotic Blend

131 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Potato Starch, Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, Water, Hypromellose, Ethylcellulose, Sodium Alginate, Medium Chain Triglyceride, Oleic Acid, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Ascorbic Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas Drug Interactions

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182Drugs
182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Bifidobacterium breve R0070 182
Bifidobacterium longum BB536 182
Lactobacillus helveticus R0052 182

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU interact with 182 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

3 of the 8 ingredients in Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Bifidobacterium breve R0070 Bifidobacterium longum BB536 Lactobacillus helveticus R0052

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Bifidobacterium breve R00701 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium breve with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B. breve.
Since B. breve preparations usually contain live and active organisms, simultaneously taking antibiotics might kill a significant number of the organisms. Tell patients to separate administration of antibiotics and B. breve preparations by at least 2 hours.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Bifidobacterium breve R0070 full monograph & interactions

Bifidobacterium longum BB5361 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium longum with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B. longum.
Since B. longum preparations usually contain live and active organisms, simultaneously taking antibiotics might kill a significant number of the organisms. Tell patients to separate administration of antibiotics and B. longum preparations by at least 2 hours.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Bifidobacterium longum BB536 full monograph & interactions

Lactobacillus helveticus R00521 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

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

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Lactobacillus helveticus R0052 full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Jarro-Dophilus EPS 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

Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas: Common Questions

Does Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU by Jarrow Formulas interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Jarro-Dophilus EPS 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?
Jarro-Dophilus EPS 10 Billion CFU contains 8 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.
Can I take this while I'm on antibiotics?
Not at the same time. Antibiotics kill the live organisms in probiotics, so they won't work if you take them together. Space out your antibiotic dose and this supplement by a few hours—your doctor or pharmacist can help you figure out the best schedule.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant?
One ingredient, Bifidobacterium longum, is rated Possibly Safe in pregnancy. The other two strains don't have enough safety data. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you during pregnancy.
What if I have a weak immune system?
The safety data advises caution if you're seriously ill or immunocompromised—there are rare but documented cases of these organisms causing blood infections in critically ill people. Check with your doctor before using this product.
Will this product really improve my digestion or immunity?
The research on these specific strains isn't strong enough yet to confirm that they work for most conditions. We have insufficient reliable evidence for antibiotic-associated diarrhea, hay fever, and other uses listed on the label.
What are the inactive ingredients?
This capsule contains potato starch, cellulose derivatives, magnesium stearate, ascorbic acid, and other binding and preservative materials. If you're sensitive to any of these, check the full list on the label.

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The Full Monographs Behind Jarro-Dophilus EPS 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

Bifidobacterium Breve

Interacts with 182 drugs

Bifidobacterium breve is a 'friendly' gut bacterium taken as a probiotic, most often to support digestion and balance the gut microbiome. Some studies suggest possible benefits for certain d...

Read the full Bifidobacterium Breve monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Bifidobacterium Longum

Interacts with 182 drugs

Bifidobacterium longum is a 'friendly' bacterium found naturally in the human gut and used as a probiotic. It is generally well tolerated and is most studied for digestive issues, though evi...

Read the full Bifidobacterium Longum monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Lactobacillus Helveticus

Interacts with 182 drugs

Lactobacillus helveticus is a lactic acid bacterium used as a probiotic, often combined with other strains in mood, gut, and general wellness products. Early research is interesting—especial...

Read the full Lactobacillus Helveticus monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Jarro-Dophilus EPS 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 32 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.

Bifidobacterium Breve 9 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. Xiao JZ, Takahashi S, Odamaki T, et al. Antibiotic susceptibility of bifidobacterial strains distributed in the Japanese market. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2010;74(2):336-42. PubMed
  3. Pruccoli G, Silvestro E, Pace Napoleone C, Aidala E, Garazzino S, Scolfaro C. Are probiotics safe? Bifidobacterium bacteremia in a child with severe heart failure. Infez Med. 2019;27(2):175-178.
  4. Ohishi A, Takahashi S, Ito Y, et al. Bifidobacterium septicemia associated with postoperative probiotic therapy in a neonate with omphalocele. J Pediatr. 2010;156(4):679-81. PubMed
  5. Sakurai Y, Watanabe T, Miura Y, et al. Clinical and bacteriologic characteristics of six cases of Bifidobacterium breve bacteremia due to probiotic administration in the neonatal intensive care unit. Pediatr Infect Dis J 2022;41(1):62-65. PubMed
  6. Esaiassen E, Hjerde E, Cavanagh JP, Simonsen GS, Klingenberg C; Norwegian Study Group on Invasive Bifidobacterial Infections. Bifidobacterium bacteremia: Clinical characteristics and a genomic approach to assess pathogenicity. J Clin Microbiol. 2017;55(7) PubMed
  7. Wakabayashi Y, Nakayama S, Yamamoto A, et al. First case of necrotizing fasciitis and bacteremia caused by Bifidobacteriumbreve. Anaerobe 2022;76:102613.
  8. Takeda Y, Ota K, Kondo A, et al. A case of necrotizing fasciitis caused by Bifidobacterium breve. IDCases 2022;31:e01667. PubMed
  9. Suwantarat N, Romagnoli M, Wakefield T, Carroll KC. Ventriculoperitoneal shunt infection caused by Bifidobacterium breve. Anaerobe 2014;28:1-3. PubMed

See these in context on the Bifidobacterium Breve monograph →

Bifidobacterium Longum 21 references
  1. Ha GY, Yang CH, Kim H, Chong Y. Case of sepsis caused by Bifidobacterium longum. J Clin Microbiol 1999;37:1227-8.
  2. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  3. Xiao JZ, Takahashi S, Odamaki T, et al. Antibiotic susceptibility of bifidobacterial strains distributed in the Japanese market. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2010;74(2):336-42. PubMed
  4. Rautava S, Kainonen E, Salminen S, Isolauri E. Maternal probiotic supplementation during pregnancy and breast-feeding reduces the risk of eczema in the infant. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2012;130(6):1355-60. PubMed
  5. Pruccoli G, Silvestro E, Pace Napoleone C, Aidala E, Garazzino S, Scolfaro C. Are probiotics safe? Bifidobacterium bacteremia in a child with severe heart failure. Infez Med. 2019;27(2):175-178.
  6. Pellonperä O, Vahlberg T, Mokkala K, et al. Weight gain and body composition during pregnancy: a randomised pilot trial with probiotics and/or fish oil. Br J Nutr. 2020 Nov 4:1-11. PubMed
  7. Pellonperä O, Mokkala K, Houttu N, et al. Efficacy of fish oil and/or probiotic intervention on the incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus in an at-risk group of overweight and obese women: A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind clinical trial PubMed
  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. Esaiassen E, Hjerde E, Cavanagh JP, Simonsen GS, Klingenberg C; Norwegian Study Group on Invasive Bifidobacterial Infections. Bifidobacterium bacteremia: Clinical characteristics and a genomic approach to assess pathogenicity. J Clin Microbiol. 2017;55(7) PubMed
  10. Enomoto T, Sowa M, Nishimori K, et al. Effects of bifidobacterial supplementation to pregnant women and infants in the prevention of allergy development in infants and on fecal microbiota. Allergol Int 2014;63(4):575-85. PubMed
  11. US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dear Healthcare Provider Letter: Warning Regarding Use of Probiotics in Preterm Infants. September 2023. Available at: https://www.fda.gov/media/172606/download?attachment. Accessed November 1, 2023.
  12. Pillai A, Tan J, Paquette V, Panczuk J. Does probiotic bacteremia in premature infants impact clinically relevant outcomes? A case report and updated review of literature. Clin Nutr ESPEN. 2020;39:255-259. PubMed
  13. Sabaté JM, Iglicki F. Effect of Bifidobacterium longum 35624 on disease severity and quality of life in patients with irritable bowel syndrome. World J Gastroenterol 2022;28(7):732-744.
  14. Malaguarnera M, Greco F, Barone G, Gargante MP, Malaguarnera M, Toscano MA. Bifidobacterium longum with fructo-oligosaccharide (FOS) treatment in minimal hepatic encephalopathy: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Dig Dis Sci 2007;52(11) PubMed
  15. Zbinden A, Zbinden R, Berger C, Arlettaz R. Case series of Bifidobacterium longum bacteremia in three preterm infants on probiotic therapy. Neonatology 2015;107(1):56-9.
  16. Tamaki H, Nakase H, Inoue S, et al. Efficacy of probiotic treatment with Bifidobacterium longum 536 for induction of remission in active ulcerative colitis: A randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled multicenter trial. Dig Endosc 2016;28(1):67-74.
  17. Bertelli C, Pillonel T, Torregrossa A, et al. Bifidobacterium longum bacteremia in preterm infants receiving probiotics. Clin Infect Dis 2015;60(6):924-7. PubMed
  18. Esaiassen E, Cavanagh P, Hjerde E, Simonsen GS, Støen R, Klingenberg C. Bifidobacterium longum subspecies infantis bacteremia in 3 extremely preterm infants receiving probiotics. Emerg Infect Dis 2016;22(9):1664-6.
  19. Tena D, Losa C, Medina MJ, Sáez-Nieto JA. Peritonitis caused by Bifidobacterium longum: case report and literature review. Anaerobe 2014;27:27-30. PubMed
  20. Sangkanjanavanich S, Pradubpongsa P, Mitthamsiri W, Sangasapaviliya A, Boonpiyathad T. Bifidobacterium infantis 35624 efficacy in patients with uncontrolled asthma: A randomized placebo-controlled trial. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 2022;129(6):790-792. PubMed
  21. Wilson HL, Ong CW. Bifidobacterium longum vertebrodiscitis in a patient with cirrhosis and prostate cancer. Anaerobe 2017;47:47-50. PubMed

See these in context on the Bifidobacterium Longum monograph →

Lactobacillus Helveticus 2 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. 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

See these in context on the Lactobacillus Helveticus monograph →

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