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Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by OLLY

Powder Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape is a dietary supplement by OLLY with 3 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. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape by OLLY

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 3 active ingredients.
  • “Multi-Strain Probiotic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

This powder stick contains three active probiotic ingredients: Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium animalis lactis, and Lactobacillus rhamnosus. These are live, beneficial bacteria designed to support gut health.

The product also contains several inactive ingredients for texture and flavoring, including xylitol, gum arabic, malic acid, citric acid, silica, natural flavors, spirulina extract, and beet.

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 health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Colic, Constipation, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Lactose intolerance, Respiratory tract infections — 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 Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Respiratory tract infections, Constipation, Lactose intolerance, Rotaviral diarrhea, and more.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. The same ingredient is possibly ineffective for atopic disease, and we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate it for acute respiratory distress syndrome.

The effectiveness data for the other two probiotic strains in this product aren't on file with us.

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 children. Gastrointestinal side effects like bloating, gas, stomach discomfort, or diarrhea can happen when combining L. acidophilus with other probiotics, but these are uncommon.

In rare cases, L. acidophilus has been associated with serious infections in certain patients, though most documented cases involved bacteria that may have moved from elsewhere in the body rather than the probiotic itself. Because data are limited, check with your doctor before use.

For pregnancy and breastfeeding, we hold safety data only for Lactobacillus acidophilus, which is rated possibly safe in pregnancy; we have no data on file for the other ingredients.

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 your child takes antibiotics, time the probiotic and antibiotic doses separately — antibiotics can interfere with how well L. acidophilus works in this product. We could not check Bifidobacterium animalis lactis or Lactobacillus rhamnosus for medication interactions because we hold no data on them, so mention all ingredients to your pharmacist.

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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 is a three-strain probiotic for kids that may help with digestive and gut-health concerns, though the evidence is strongest for specific conditions like antibiotic-associated diarrhea and IBS. If your child takes antibiotics, space out the probiotic doses and talk to your pharmacist about timing.

Before you start, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it's right for your child's health situation.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 23, 2023.

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 Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape, straight from the product label.

Brand OLLY
Barcode (UPC) 858158015069
Net contents 30 Stick(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2023
DSLD ID 273199
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Vegan, Vegetarian
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape by OLLY, 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 Stick(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Stick(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
858158015069
IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates1 Gram(s)1%
Lactobacillus acidophilus0 NP--
Bifidobacterium animalis lactis0 NP--
Lactobacillus rhamnosus0 NP--
Multi-Strain Probiotic Blend0 NP--

Other ingredients: Xylitol, Natural Flavors, Gum Arabic, Spirulina Extract, Beet, Malic Acid, Citric Acid, Silica

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Label statements
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Formulation

Good bugs, good tummy There are more friendly bacteria in your kiddo's digestive tract than there are human cells in their whole entire body. When these good guys work together, your buddy's systems function at their best.

Melt in your mouth probiotics Melts on your tongue

No sugar added

Vegan

They're perfectly portable and totally tasty, so it's easy to support happier tummies, healthy immune systems and big grins.

Formula

Support those thriving little ecosystems daily with a blend of belly-beneficial probiotics, just like the ones we packed into every delicious OLLY Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Stick.

5+ billion live cultures 3 probiotics to support digestive & immune health Giddy grape with other natural flavors

Popular culture OLLY Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks contain 3 of the most beneficial probiotic strains around. The hero AKA: Bifidobacterium lactis BL04 This mighty guy gives your little one's natural defenses a boost. The best buddy AKA: Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM A time-tested good bacteria, this guy is a belly's BFF. The A+ AKA: Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG This wise guy is one of the most studied probiotics.

Natural flavors

Good health takes guts Say hello to OLLY Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks, a super delicious, multi-tasking blend of good bugs to help boost and support your kiddo's digestive health and overall wellness. Balancing little bellies is essential for happy digestion and a healthy immune system. Each yummy stick delivers 5.5 billion live cultures from a blend of three scientifically researched strains.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

How to use 1 Tear open 2 Pour on tongue 3 Yum! No water needed

Suggested use: Ages 4+ take one stick daily. Slowly pour onto tongue, close mouth and allow powder to dissolve. Use under adult supervision.

General Statements

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FDA Statement of Identity

Probiotic Supplement

Precautions

Processed in a facility with products that may contain soy, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, milk, fish, shellfish and wheat.

Take only as directed. Do not exceed suggested dosage.

If you have a medical condition or are on medication, please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional before using.

Do not use if sealed stick is open, torn or broken.

Keep out of the reach of children and pets

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2016 OLLY PBC

See for yourself

Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape by OLLY label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape by OLLY

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Stick(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container30 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.

Multi-Strain Probiotic Blend

0 NP per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Xylitol, Natural Flavors, Gum Arabic, Spirulina Extract, Beet, Malic Acid, Citric Acid, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape by OLLY 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 Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape 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 acidophilus1 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape, from the product label.

OLLY

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Name
Olly Public Benefit Corp.
Street Address
86 Graham St. #200
City
San Francisco
State
CA
ZipCode
94129
Phone Number
1-844-439-6559
Web Address
Olly.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape by OLLY: Common Questions

Does Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape by OLLY interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape 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 Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape contains 3 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 give this to my child while they're on antibiotics?
Not at the same time. The antibiotic can kill off the live bacteria in the probiotic, making it less effective. Separate the doses — ask your pharmacist how long to wait between them. Generally, spacing them a few hours apart works, but your child's specific antibiotic matters, so check with your doctor or pharmacist.
What's this probiotic supposed to help with?
The Lactobacillus acidophilus in it is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Helicobacter pylori infection, and bacterial vaginosis. The other two strains don't have established effectiveness data on file with us.
Can it cause side effects in kids?
It's generally well tolerated, but some kids may get gas, bloating, stomach discomfort, or loose stools — these are uncommon. In very rare cases, probiotics can cause serious infections, but this is not typical in healthy children. If your child has a weak immune system or is critically ill, mention this product to their doctor first.
Is it safe while breastfeeding or pregnant?
The Lactobacillus acidophilus in this product is rated possibly safe in pregnancy. We don't have safety data on file for the other two probiotic strains during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so talk to your doctor about your specific situation.
What are the inactive ingredients for?
They're fillers, flavoring, and texture agents — xylitol (sweetener), gum arabic (thickener), natural flavors, silica, malic acid, citric acid, spirulina extract, and beet for color and nutrients. None are active in the probiotic itself.

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The Full Monographs Behind Kids Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape’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 Quick Melt Probiotic Sticks Giddy Grape'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
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  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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