MetaKids Baby Probiotic Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Metagenics
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking MetaKids Baby Probiotic 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
MetaKids Baby Probiotic is a dietary supplement by Metagenics with 2 active ingredients.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 MetaKids Baby Probiotic by Metagenics
Four independent checks of what is known — a summary of the available information, not a grade of the product itself.
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
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our evidence database, so intended use can't be graded.
Why this rating?
- None of the active ingredients could be matched to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so intended use can't be graded against our evidence data.
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 2 active ingredients.
- “A Probiotic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our interaction database.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was nothing to check interactions against.
None of the active ingredients could be matched to our safety data.
Why this rating?
- We couldn't match any ingredient to a HelloPharmacist monograph, so there was no safety data to measure.
HelloPharmacist summaryFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Medication interactions could not be assessed, and safety information could not be assessed.
Assessment coverage: 0 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 16, 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
General information
Key facts about MetaKids Baby Probiotic, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Metagenics |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 0.19 fl. Oz.; 5.65 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 16, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 267914 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Infants/Baby (0 - 1 Year), Gluten Free, Children more than 1 but less than 4 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for MetaKids Baby Probiotic by Metagenics, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG | 0 NP | -- |
| A Probiotic Blend | 0 NP | -- |
| Bifidobacterium animalis ssp. lactis (BB-12) | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Sunflower Oil, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Citric Acid
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Formula
MetaKids Baby Probiotic features a unique blend of probiotics to help support a healthy intestinal environment. The safety and efficacy of these probiotic strains are supported by extensive laboratory research and clinical evaluation.
Probiotic support for babies and young children
Formulation
Support for a healthy intestinal environment
This product is non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegetarian.
This product is non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegetarian.
General Statements
Tested in numerous studies Backed by a long history of use Convenient, easy-to-use dropper bottle
FDA Statement of Identity
Probiotic Supplement
Precautions
Practitioner Exclusive
Caution: Keep out of the reach of children.
Discard 4 weeks after opening.
Do not use if safety seal in missing or broken.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Shake well before use. Note: Air vent on inner portion of plastic cap must face upward. Turn bottle to a 45 degree angle to slowly form a drop. Drops can be administered onto a spoon or into milk/food. Administer 6 drops of MetaKids Baby Probiotics once daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Directions: Shake well before use. Administer 6 drops of oil onto a spoon or into milk/food once daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Brand IP Statement(s)
BB-12 is a registered trademark of Chr. Hansen A/S. LGG is a registered trademark of Chr. Hansen.
Storage
Storage: Keep tightly closed 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.
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MetaKids Baby Probiotic by Metagenics label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in MetaKids Baby Probiotic by Metagenics
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.27 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container21 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.
A Probiotic Blend
- › Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG
- › Bifidobacterium animalis ssp. lactis (BB-12)
Other (inactive) ingredients: Sunflower Oil, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Citric Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
MetaKids Baby Probiotic by Metagenics Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in MetaKids Baby Probiotic. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for MetaKids Baby Probiotic, from the product label.
Metagenics
See all Metagenics products- Name
- Metagenics
- City
- Gig Harbor
- State
- WA
- ZipCode
- 98332
- Phone Number
- 800 692 9400
- Web Address
- metagenics.com
MetaKids Baby Probiotic by Metagenics: Common Questions
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Where does this information come from?
Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Sources & How We Checked
MetaKids Baby Probiotic'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.
DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.
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