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Dietary supplement

Laktoferrin with Colostrum Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Allergy Research Group

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Laktoferrin with Colostrum is a dietary supplement by Allergy Research Group with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for iron deficiency and anemia support, immune support, gut health.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Laktoferrin with Colostrum by Allergy Research Group

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 3 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product has 3 active ingredients: Lactoferrin, Lysozyme, and Colostrum. Lactoferrin is an iron-binding protein found naturally in milk and other body fluids; it's included here for immune and nutritional support.

Lysozyme is an enzyme with antimicrobial properties, and Colostrum is the nutrient-rich first milk produced after birth. The capsules also contain inactive ingredients — Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose and L-Leucine — which are used as binders and fillers.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Lactoferrin's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Lactoferrin for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Pregnancy-related iron deficiency — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Sepsis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for lactoferrin is mixed. It's rated possibly effective for sepsis (severe bloodstream infection) and pregnancy-related iron deficiency.

However, it's rated likely ineffective for reducing fetal and premature infant mortality and for preventing necrotizing enterocolitis (a serious intestinal condition in premature infants). We don't have effectiveness ratings on file for Lysozyme or Colostrum as ingredients in this product.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactoferrin

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.

Lactoferrin is generally well tolerated at typical doses, but long-term safety data are limited. At doses of 7.2 grams daily or higher, side effects become more likely — including constipation, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, and chills.

In very rare cases, newborns in clinical trials reported serious gastrointestinal problems like bowel obstruction or intestinal perforation. For pregnancy, lactoferrin is rated likely or possibly safe, but it's best used under medical supervision since safety isn't fully established.

For breastfeeding, lactoferrin occurs naturally in breast milk, but the safety of taking supplements while nursing hasn't been well studied — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactoferrin

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check. However, we were not able to check Lysozyme and Colostrum, so if you're on any medications, run them through the search tool on this page or discuss with your pharmacist before starting.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Laktoferrin with Colostrum may be worth considering if you're interested in immune support or if your doctor has suggested it for sepsis or pregnancy-related iron deficiency. If you're pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting.

At standard doses it's generally well tolerated, but be aware that higher doses and long-term use carry more risk of digestive side effects.

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 Oct 22, 2021.

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 Laktoferrin with Colostrum, straight from the product label.

Brand Allergy Research Group
Barcode (UPC) 713947719507
Net contents 90 Vegicap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 22, 2021
DSLD ID 258249
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Laktoferrin with Colostrum by Allergy Research Group, 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:
4 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
22
UPC/BARCODE
713947719507
IngredientAmount% DV
Lysozyme20 mg--
Lactoferrin400 mg--
Colostrum1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, L-Leucine

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Label statements
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Formula

Laktoferrin with Colostrum provides purified lactoferrin in a base of colostrum. Prepared with lysozyme.

Enhanced Colostrum

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use As a dietary supplement, 1 to 4 capsules at night before bed, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Formulation

Variations in product color may occur.

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.

Precautions

Contains: Milk, egg.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Laktoferrin with Colostrum by Allergy Research Group label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Laktoferrin with Colostrum by Allergy Research Group

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container22 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.

Lysozyme

20 mg per serving Form: Egg White

Lactoferrin

No known
interactions
400 mg per serving Form: Bovine, Milk

Lactoferrin is an iron-binding protein found naturally in milk and other body fluids, and supplements are usually made from cow's milk or rice. It is...

Lactoferrin monograph & interactions

Colostrum

1000 mg per serving Form: Bovine, Milk

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, L-Leucine. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Laktoferrin with Colostrum by Allergy Research Group Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Laktoferrin with Colostrum. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Laktoferrin with Colostrum, from the product label.

Allergy Research Group

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Name
Allergy Research Group
City
South Salt Lake
State
UT
ZipCode
84115
Phone Number
800.545.9960
Web Address
www.allergyresearchgroup.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Laktoferrin with Colostrum by Allergy Research Group: Common Questions

Does Laktoferrin with Colostrum by Allergy Research Group interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Laktoferrin with Colostrum. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Laktoferrin with Colostrum 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.
Is lactoferrin safe to take while pregnant?
Lactoferrin is rated likely or possibly safe in pregnancy, but the safety data aren't complete. The facts advise using it only under medical supervision during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor about whether it's right for your situation.
What side effects can lactoferrin cause?
At typical doses, it's usually well tolerated. At higher doses of 7.2 grams daily or more, it can cause constipation, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, and chills. In newborns exposed in trials, rare serious gastrointestinal problems have been reported.
Is it safe to take lactoferrin while breastfeeding?
Lactoferrin occurs naturally in breast milk, and it's rated likely safe, but the safety of taking supplements while nursing hasn't been well studied. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Does this product work for iron deficiency?
Lactoferrin is rated possibly effective for pregnancy-related iron deficiency specifically. For other types of iron deficiency, the evidence isn't established in our data — talk with your doctor about whether it's the right choice for you.
What is Lysozyme?
Lysozyme is an enzyme with antimicrobial properties — it's included for immune support. We don't have effectiveness data on file for it in this product, and we couldn't check its interaction data.

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The Full Monographs Behind Laktoferrin with Colostrum’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Laktoferrin with Colostrum'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 6 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.

Lactoferrin 6 references
  1. Food and Drug Administration, CFSAN/Office of Food Additive Safety. Agency Response Letter GRAS Notice No. GRN 000130. 2003. Available at: http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~rdb/opa-g130.html (Accessed 29 June 2005).
  2. Okada S, Tanaka K, Sato T, et al. Dose-response trial of lactoferrin in patients with chronic hepatitis C. Jpn J Cancer Res 2002;93:1063-9. PubMed
  3. Abu Hashim H, Foda O, Ghayaty E. Lactoferrin or ferrous salts for iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy: A meta-analysis of randomized trials. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2017;219:45-52. PubMed
  4. Tarnow-Mordi WO, Abdel-Latif ME, Martin A, et al. The effect of lactoferrin supplementation on death or major morbidity in very low birthweight infants (LIFT): a multicentre, double-blind, randomised controlled trial. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2020 Jun PubMed
  5. ELFIN trial investigators group. Enteral lactoferrin supplementation for very preterm infants: a randomised placebo-controlled trial. Lancet. 2019 Feb 2;393(10170):423-433. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(18)32221-9.
  6. Lepanto MS, Rosa L, Cutone A, Conte MP, Paesano R, Valenti P. Efficacy of lactoferrin oral administration in the treatment of anemia and anemia of inflammation in pregnant and non-pregnant women: An interventional study. Front Immunol. 2018 Sep 21;9:2123. PubMed

See these in context on the Lactoferrin monograph →

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