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Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler

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Liquid Category: Other Combinations
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 Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored 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

Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored is a dietary supplement by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (ibs), diarrhea.Based on those ingredients, 182 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bacillus coagulans. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler

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

Partial disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Partial

Most active ingredients list an amount, but at least one is hidden in a blend or missing.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 2 active ingredients.

Kidophilus Fruit Punch contains 2 active ingredients: Bacillus coagulans, a live probiotic strain, and fructooligosaccharides (FOS), a type of fiber that may support beneficial gut bacteria. The liquid also contains inactive ingredients—glycerin, purified water, cranberry juice concentrate, natural flavors, potassium sorbate, citric acid, stevia leaf extract, and agave—that make up the formulation and taste.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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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: balance gut flora and support digestive health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Constipation, Diarrhea, Dyspepsia, Flatulence, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Bacillus Coagulans is rated "Possibly Effective" for Constipation (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Bacillus Coagulans is rated "Possibly Effective" for Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
  • Also on file: Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Constipation, Travelers' diarrhea.

Bacillus coagulans is possibly effective for constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), though the evidence is still developing. For antibiotic-associated diarrhea, athletic performance, cancer, and fatty liver disease, the evidence isn't established in the data we hold—more research is needed.

Fructooligosaccharides (the fiber in this product) similarly lack reliable evidence for osteoporosis, constipation, diabetes, travelers' diarrhea, and high cholesterol.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bacillus Coagulans Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos)

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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Bacillus coagulans is generally well tolerated in healthy adults, though product quality varies across brands. There's a caution: in severely ill or immunocompromised patients—including those with central lines or preterm infants—probiotic use has rarely been linked to serious infections like bacteremia and sepsis.

Healthy people with intact immune systems appear to have minimal risk. Fructooligosaccharides may cause bloating, gas, belly pain, and constipation, especially at higher doses; most studies found these mild or absent below 10 grams daily.

For both ingredients, safety data is limited, so check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you have a weakened immune system. There isn't enough data on file to know whether either ingredient is safe in pregnancy or while breastfeeding—talk with your own doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bacillus Coagulans Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos)

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 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Bacillus Coagulans.
  • 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 antibiotics, the Bacillus coagulans in this product may lose its effectiveness when taken at the same time. Separate doses by a few hours and confirm the timing with your doctor or pharmacist.

No other medication interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glancePartially disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This probiotic liquid may help with constipation or IBS symptoms, though evidence is still emerging. If you take antibiotics, you'll need to separate them from this supplement to keep it working.

Anyone with a weakened immune system or serious illness should talk to their doctor first. Run your full medication list through the checker below before you start.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 23, 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 Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored, straight from the product label.

Brand Advanced Nutrition by Zahler
Barcode (UPC) 848998081546
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 118 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 23, 2022
DSLD ID 259925
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Kosher, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Servings per container
59
UPC/BARCODE
848998081546
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories5 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates1 Gram(s)1%
Bacillus coagulans0 NP--
Fructooligosaccharides50 mg--

Other ingredients: Glycerin, Water, Purified, Cranberry juice concentrate, Natural Flavors, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Stevia leaf extract, Agave

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formulation

Advanced Probiotics for Children Probiotics are "friendly bacteria" with important health benefits. Zahler Kidophilus includes Bacillus Coagulans, an important probiotic which helps balance gut flora. Bacillus Coagulans is commonly used to support a healthy immune system and to promote healthy digestion.

Gluten free Dairy free

Advanced probiotic formula

General Statements

You may need additional supplements to support a healthy diet; consult your nutritionist for a formula that is right for you or contact us at 877-ASK-ZAHLER (877-275-9245) or [email protected].

Feel better, everyday.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

If pregnant, nursing or on medication, consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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.

Seals/Symbols

Dairy Kosher OU Kosher This product was manufactured in a GMP certified Facility

Manufactured in the USA

Formula

Kosher Pareve Dairy Kosher OU Kosher Under the strict supervision of Rabbi SH. Stern & the orthodox union

Probiotic for children Children's health

More than 10,000,000 live CFUs per dose

Storage

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening

FDA Statement of Identity

Liquid Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take 2 mL daily or as directed by a healthcare professional.

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Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler label

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Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container59 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.

Bacillus coagulans

Interacts with
182 drugs
0 NP per serving

Bacillus coagulans is a spore-forming probiotic that survives stomach acid well and may help with some digestive problems such as IBS, constipation, a...

Bacillus coagulans monograph & interactions

Fructooligosaccharides

No known
interactions
50 mg per serving Form: Chicory

Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) are a type of soluble fiber that acts as a prebiotic, meaning they feed the helpful bacteria in your gut. They are gener...

Fructooligosaccharides monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Glycerin, Water, Purified, Cranberry juice concentrate, Natural Flavors, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Stevia leaf extract, Agave. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler Drug Interactions

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182Drugs
182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Bacillus coagulans 182

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored interact with 182 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 2 ingredients in Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Bacillus coagulans

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored 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.

Bacillus coagulans1 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

Theoretically, taking antibiotics with Bacillus coagulans might decrease the effectiveness of B. coagulans.
B. coagulans 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 B. coagulans preparations by at least two hours.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Bacillus coagulans full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored, from the product label.

Advanced Nutrition by Zahler

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Name
Advanced Nutrition by Zahler
City
Brooklyn
State
NY
ZipCode
11230
Phone Number
877-275-9245
Web Address
www.zahlers.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler: Common Questions

Does Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored by Advanced Nutrition by Zahler interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored 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?
Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored contains 2 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 if I'm on an antibiotic?
It might not—antibiotics can kill the live organisms in this supplement. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about spacing out your antibiotic doses and this product by a few hours so the probiotic stays alive and active.
What does Bacillus coagulans actually do?
It's a live probiotic strain that may help with constipation and irritable bowel syndrome, though the evidence is still being studied. It works by supporting your gut bacteria.
Will this give me gas or bloating?
The fructooligosaccharides (fiber) in it can cause bloating, gas, and belly pain—especially at higher doses. Most clinical studies found these effects mild or absent below 10 grams daily, but people vary in how they respond.
Is this safe if I have a weakened immune system?
Talk to your doctor first. Rarely, probiotics have been linked to serious infections in severely ill or immunocompromised patients, especially those with central catheters or preterm infants. Healthy people with intact immune systems appear to be at minimal risk, but your situation is individual.
Can I use this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough data on file to know either way for these ingredients. Talk with your own doctor or pharmacist—they can advise based on your health history.

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The Full Monographs Behind Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Bacillus Coagulans

Interacts with 182 drugs

Bacillus coagulans is a spore-forming probiotic that survives stomach acid well and may help with some digestive problems such as IBS, constipation, and certain types of diarrhea. The eviden...

Read the full Bacillus Coagulans monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos)

Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) are a type of soluble fiber that acts as a prebiotic, meaning they feed the helpful bacteria in your gut. They are generally considered safe for most people in...

Read the full Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Kidophilus Fruit Punch Flavored'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 26 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.

Bacillus Coagulans 20 references
  1. Saxelin M, Chuang NH, Chassy B, et al. Lactobacilli and bacteremia in southern Finland 1989-1992. Clin Infect Dis 1996;22:564-6. PubMed
  2. Tynkkynen S, Singh KV, Varmanen P. Vancomycin resistance factor of Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG in relation to enterococcal vancomycin resistance (van) genes. Int J Food Microbiol 1998;41:195-204. PubMed
  3. Klein G, Zill E, Schindler R, et al. Peritonitis associated with vancomycin-resistant Lactobacillus rhamnosus in a continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis patient; organism identification, antibiotic therapy, and case report. J Clin Microbiol 1998;36:
  4. Kalima P, Masterton RG, Roddie PH, et al. Lactobacillus rhamnosus infection in a child following bone marrow transplant. J Infect 1996;32:165-7. PubMed
  5. Goldin BR. Health Benefits of probiotics. Br J Nutr 1998;80:S203-7. DOI
  6. Rautio M, Jousimies-Somer H, Kauma H, et al. Liver abscess due to Lactobacillus rhamnosus strain indistinguishable from L. rhamnosus strain GG. Clin Infect Dis 1999;28:1159-60.
  7. MacGregor G, Smith AJ, Thakker B, Kinsella J. Yoghurt biotherapy: contraindicated in immunosuppressed patients? Postgrad Med J 2002;78:366-7. PubMed
  8. Land MH, Rouster-Stevens K, Woods CR, et al. Lactobacillus sepsis associated with probiotic therapy. Pediatrics 2005;115:178-81.
  9. De Groote MA, Frank DN, Dowell E, et al. Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG bacteremia associated with probiotic use in a child with short gut syndrome. Pediatr Infect Dis J 2005;24:278-80. PubMed
  10. Vahabnezhad E, Mochon AB, Wozniak LJ, Ziring DA. Lactobacillus bacteremia associated with probiotic use in a pediatric patient with ulcerative colitis. J Clin Gastroenterol. 2013;47(5):437-9. PubMed
  11. 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.
  12. Sendil S, Shrimanker I, Mansoora Q, Goldman J, Nookala VK. Lactobacillus rhamnosus bacteremia in an immunocompromised renal transplant patient. Cureus. 2020;12(2):e6887. PubMed
  13. Albarillo FS, Shah U, Joyce C, Slade D. Lactobacillus rhamnosus Infection: A single-center 4-year descriptive analysis. J Glob Infect Dis. 2020;12(3):119-123. PubMed
  14. Pasala S, Singer L, Arshad T, Roach K. Lactobacillus endocarditis in a healthy patient with probiotic use. IDCases. 2020;22:e00915. PubMed
  15. Agrawal S, Tuchman ES, Bruce MJ, Theodorou ME. Fatal Lactobacillus endocarditis in a patient with transcatheter aortic valve replacement. BMJ Case Rep. 2020;13(11):e236835.
  16. Antoun M, Hattab Y, Akhrass FA, Hamilton LD. Uncommon pathogen, Lactobacillus, causing infective endocarditis: Case report and review. Case Rep Infect Dis. 2020;2020:8833948. PubMed
  17. 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
  18. Franko B, Vaillant M, Recule C, Vautrin E, et al. Lactobacillus paracasei endocarditis in a consumer of probiotics. Med Mal Infect. 2013;43(4):171-3. PubMed
  19. Campbell RE, Miller A, Afroze A. Native valve endocarditis secondary to Lactobacillus paracasei bacteremia. Consultant. 2020;60(9):27-8. DOI
  20. Kato K, Funabashi N, Takaoka H, et al. Lactobacillus paracasei endocarditis in a consumer of probiotics with advanced and severe bicuspid aortic valve stenosis complicated with diffuse left ventricular mid-layer fibrosis. Int J Cardiol. 2016;224:157-161. PubMed

See these in context on the Bacillus Coagulans monograph →

Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) 6 references
  1. Briet F, et al. Symptomatic response to varying levels of fructo-oligosaccharides consumed occasionally or regularly. Eur J Clin Nutr 1995;49:501-7.
  2. Bouhnik Y, Vahedi K, Achour L, et al. Short-chain fructo-oligosaccharide administration dose-dependently increases fecal bifidobacteria in healthy humans. J Nutr 1999;129:113-6. PubMed
  3. Cummings JH, Macfarlane GT, Englyst HN. Prebiotic digestion and fermentation. Am J Clin Nutr 2001;73:415S-420S. PubMed
  4. Souza DDS, Tahan S, Weber TK, Araujo-Filho HB, de Morais MB. Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel clinical trial assessing the effect of fructooligosaccharides in infants with constipation. Nutrients. 2018;10(11). pii: E1602. PubMed
  5. Andermann TM, Fouladi F, Tamburini FB, et al. A Fructo-Oligosaccharide Prebiotic Is Well Tolerated in Adults Undergoing Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Phase I Dose-Escalation Trial. Transplant Cell Ther 2021;27(11):932. PubMed
  6. Dou Y, Yu X, Luo Y, Chen B, Ma D, Zhu J. Effect of Fructooligosaccharides Supplementation on the Gut Microbiota in Human: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Nutrients 2022;14(16):3298. PubMed

See these in context on the Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) monograph →

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