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Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Schiff Digestive Advantage

Other (e.g. Tea Bag) Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate is a dietary supplement by Schiff Digestive Advantage with 1 active ingredient. 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 BC30 Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate by Schiff Digestive Advantage

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

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
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.

This product contains one active ingredient: BC30 Bacillus coagulans, a type of beneficial bacteria (probiotic) designed to support digestive health. The straws also contain several inactive ingredients — sugar, chocolate flavor, tapioca starch, maltodextrin, mannitol, cocoa, and a few binding and thickening agents — that make up the chocolate straw format.

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: Digestive and immune support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Constipation, Diarrhea, Flatulence, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Dyspepsia, Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) — and 3 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: Bacillus Coagulans is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI), Diarrhea, Dyspepsia, and more.

Bacillus coagulans is rated possibly effective for constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The evidence for other uses — including antibiotic-associated diarrhea, athletic performance, cancer prevention, and fatty liver disease — isn't established in the data we hold.

Talk with your pediatrician about whether this probiotic is the right fit for your child's specific digestive concern.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bacillus Coagulans

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.

Bacillus coagulans is generally well tolerated in healthy people, though the evidence and quality of probiotic products vary. The main safety concern is that live probiotics might cause infection in children who are severely ill, have a weakened immune system, or have a central line (catheter) in place — a rare but serious risk.

For otherwise healthy children, safety data is limited, so check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bacillus Coagulans

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 — 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 your child takes antibiotics, separate them from this probiotic — the antibiotic can reduce how well the probiotic works. Check their exact antibiotic name and dosing schedule with your pharmacist to get the timing right.

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The bottom line

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

This is a single-strain probiotic option for children with constipation or IBS symptoms. If your child is on antibiotics, you'll need to space out the timing.

Because safety data in kids is sparse and probiotic quality varies, talk with your pediatrician first to make sure it's appropriate for your child.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 26, 2020.

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 Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate, straight from the product label.

Brand Schiff Digestive Advantage
Barcode (UPC) 020525100252
Net contents 10 Straw(s); 0.88 Oz(s); 25 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 26, 2020
DSLD ID 240968
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Other (e.g. Tea Bag)
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Children more than 1 but less than 4
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate by Schiff Digestive Advantage, 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:
2.5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2.5 Gram(s)
UPC/BARCODE
020525100252
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates2 Gram(s)1%, 1%
Added Sugars2 Gram(s)8%, 4%
Total Sugars2 Gram(s)--
BC30 Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 608677 mg--

Other ingredients: Sugar, Chocolate flavor, Tapioca Starch, Maltodextrin, Mannitol, alkalized Cocoa, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Povidone, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Sucralose

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Label statements
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Formulation

What should I know about these straws? Does not contain high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, or synthetic dyes and is gluten-free

Vegetarian & does not contain milk allergen ingredients

Vegetarian & does not contain milk allergen ingredients

How does the straw work? The unique patented filters on both ends keep the beads in the straw and allow your kiddo to sip from either end. With each sip, flavored beads begin to dissolve and infuse the milk with delicious flavor and a serving of probiotics. Not only does it taste yummy, but kids enjoy watching the beads work. You'll be surprised at how much fun they have finishing their drink.

No high fructose corn syrup

Digestive & immune support

Made in India.

Formula

Only 2 grams of sugar in each straw

OU (Kosher)

General Statements

Compostable straw

Paper carton is recyclable Straw wrapper is not recyclable Straw is compostable

10 count Schiff since 1936 10 - 0.088 oz (2.5g) straws

Seals/Symbols

OU (Kosher)

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

How to use: 1 Open 2 Place in drink 3 Sip & enjoy! Directions: Adults and children 3 years of age and older: Remove straw from wrapper and place in 4-8 oz of chilled milk or milk alternative. Sip through straw until all beads dissolve and drink is finished. Use each straw only once and do not cut or chew. Do not exceed 1 straw per day. Once taken out of the wrapper, use within 24 hours. Do not eat straw.

Precautions

Not for children under 3 years of age due to the risk of choking.

Contains soy.

Always consult your pediatrician before giving your child dietary supplements. Children should be under adult supervision when taking the product.

If pregnant, breastfeeding, on medication, or are immunocompromised, consult your physician before using this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

Sealed in wrapper for your protection. Do not use if wrapper is broken or missing.

Brand IP Statement(s)

2020 RB Health rb Health Hygiene Home Patents: www. rb.com/patents

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. No refrigeration required.

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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Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate by Schiff Digestive Advantage label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate by Schiff Digestive Advantage

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

Serving size2.5 Gram(s) Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Amounts shown are per serving.

BC30 Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086

Interacts with
182 drugs
77 mg 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...

BC30 Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 6086 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Sugar, Chocolate flavor, Tapioca Starch, Maltodextrin, Mannitol, Alkalized Cocoa, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Povidone, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Sucralose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate by Schiff Digestive Advantage Drug Interactions

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182Drugs
182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate 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.

BC30 Bacillus coagulans GBI-30, 60861 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate, from the product label.

Schiff Digestive Advantage

See all Schiff Digestive Advantage products
Name
RB Health (US) LLC
City
Parsippany
State
NJ
ZipCode
07054-0224
Phone Number
1-800-526-6251
Web Address
www.digestiveadvantage.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate by Schiff Digestive Advantage: Common Questions

Does Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate by Schiff Digestive Advantage interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate 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?
Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate 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.
Can I give this to my child while they're on an antibiotic?
Not at the same time. Antibiotics kill the live bacteria in the probiotic, which reduces its benefit. Talk to your pharmacist about how to space them apart — for example, giving them a few hours or a dose or two apart — based on the specific antibiotic your child is taking.
What is BC30 Bacillus coagulans?
It's a type of beneficial bacteria (probiotic) that's meant to support healthy digestion and may help with constipation or irritable bowel syndrome symptoms in kids.
Does this product have any fillers?
Yes. Along with the active probiotic, it includes sugar, chocolate flavor, tapioca starch, maltodextrin, mannitol, cocoa, and several binders and thickeners that give the straw its form and taste.
Is there enough safety data to use this in children?
The safety information is limited. In healthy kids with a normal immune system, it's generally well tolerated, but check with your pediatrician or pharmacist first to make sure it's right for your child, especially if they're seriously ill or have a weakened immune system.
Does this actually help with IBS or constipation?
Bacillus coagulans is rated possibly effective for both, meaning there's some evidence it may help, but it's not proven. Talk with your pediatrician about whether it's a good fit for your child's symptoms and what else might work alongside it.

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The Full Monographs Behind Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Kids Daily Probiotic Straws Chocolate'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 20 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
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