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Dietary supplement

Mindlinx Complex Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BioCare

Capsule Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Mindlinx Complex is a dietary supplement by BioCare with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for muscle recovery and sports performance, gut health and 'leaky gut', recovery from severe illness or injury.Based on those ingredients, 232 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lactobacillus acidophilus, L-Glutamine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Mindlinx Complex by BioCare

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 4 of its 4 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Mindlinx Complex contains four active ingredients. L-glutamine is an amino acid that your body uses for immune function and gut health.

The product also includes three live-culture probiotics: Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus rhamnosus CUL-63, and Bifidobacterium — beneficial bacteria meant to support digestion and intestinal balance. The capsule itself contains inactive ingredients like hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports its ingredients 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 ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Sickle cell disease — rated "Effective" (Glutamine) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactobacillus Acidophilus) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Bacterial vaginosis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactobacillus Acidophilus) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Helicobacter pylori — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactobacillus Acidophilus) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactobacillus Acidophilus) (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for this product's ingredients is mixed. L-glutamine is rated effective for sickle cell disease, and possibly effective for HIV/AIDS-related wasting, recovery after surgery, and critical illness.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis, though it's rated possibly ineffective for atopic disease and we don't have enough data to rate it for acute respiratory distress syndrome. We don't hold effectiveness ratings for the other two probiotics in this formula.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Glutamine 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 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.

L-glutamine is rated likely safe in pregnancy and is generally well tolerated orally, though people with kidney or liver disease should use it only under medical supervision. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal — belching, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting.

Rarely, dizziness and headache have been reported; in one case, mania or hypomania occurred in patients with bipolar disorder, though these are not common. For Lactobacillus acidophilus, there isn't enough pregnancy data to know either way — talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children, though rare cases of serious infection (bacteremia, sepsis, endocarditis) have been documented in vulnerable patients. Gastrointestinal side effects like bloating, flatulence, and diarrhea are uncommon.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Glutamine 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?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Glutamine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: seizure medications.
  • For scale: 232 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.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you're on anticonvulsant (seizure) medications — L-glutamine might theoretically reduce their effectiveness, though this hasn't been reported in humans yet. Also, if you take antibiotics, separate them from this supplement by spacing out your doses, since antibiotics can kill the live cultures.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product may help with digestive health or gut-related conditions if you're otherwise healthy, but it's not for everyone. If you take seizure medications or antibiotics, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — the timing and interaction potential matter.

People with kidney or liver disease, or those with a compromised immune system, should talk it over first. Get personalized advice from your own healthcare provider about whether it's right for you.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 23, 2024.

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 Mindlinx Complex, straight from the product label.

Brand BioCare
Barcode (UPC) 5033290584603
Net contents 60 Vegetable Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 23, 2024
DSLD ID 309751
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Mindlinx Complex by BioCare, 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
5033290584603
IngredientAmount% DV
L-Glutamine500 mg--
Bifidobacterium6 mg--
Lactobacillus acidophilus40 mg--
Lactobacillus rhamnosus CUL-6320 mg--

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium animalis lactis, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: 1 capsule taken twice daily with food, or as professionally directed.

Precautions

This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily intake. Do not purchase if the seal is broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

If you are under medical supervision, please consult a doctor before use.

Storage

Contains a desiccant (small orange capsule) to absorb moisture, we recommend that you keep this in the jar. Keep refrigerated and avoid direct sunlight and heat.

Formulation

Vegetarian & vegan

Formula

Lab4 16 billion LAB4 & lactobacillus rhamnosus live bacteria with L-glutamine 16 Billion live bacteria

Providing a total of 16 billion live bacteria, guaranteed until the end of shelflife if stored correctly.

FDA Statement of Identity

Food Supplement

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Mindlinx Complex by BioCare label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Mindlinx Complex by BioCare

These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 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.

L-Glutamine

Interacts with
50 drugs
500 mg per serving

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body and is usually made in your muscles. A prescription form is FDA-approved to help reduce sickle c...

L-Glutamine monograph & interactions

Bifidobacterium

6 mg per serving Form: Bifidobacterium animalis lactis CUL-34, Bifidobacterium bifidum CUL-20

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Interacts with
182 drugs
40 mg per serving Form: Lactobacillus acidophilus CUL-21, Lactobacillus acidophilus CUL-60

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a 'friendly' bacterium used as a probiotic to support gut and vaginal health. It is generally well tolerated in healthy p...

Lactobacillus acidophilus monograph & interactions

Lactobacillus rhamnosus CUL-63

20 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium animalis lactis, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Mindlinx Complex by BioCare Drug Interactions

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232Drugs
232 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Mindlinx Complex with known interactions, here are the types of medications they 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

L-Glutamine1 drug type · 50 drugs

Anticonvulsants

Theoretically, glutamine might antagonize the effects of anticonvulsant medications.
Glutamine is metabolized to the excitatory neurotransmitter glutamate. Glutamate might have antagonistic effects with anticonvulsant drugs. However, this interaction has not yet been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Mindlinx Complex, from the product label.

BioCare

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Name
UK - BioCare Ltd
Street Address
1 Hedera Road
State
Redditch
ZipCode
B98 9EY
Phone Number
+44 0121 433 3727
Web Address
www.biocare.co.uk
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Mindlinx Complex by BioCare: Common Questions

Does Mindlinx Complex by BioCare interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Mindlinx Complex has a known interaction with 232 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Mindlinx Complex contains 4 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 take this while I'm on antibiotics?
You can take both, but don't take them at the same time. Antibiotics can kill the live bacteria in this supplement, making the probiotic less effective. Space them out during the day — ask your doctor or pharmacist for the best timing for your specific antibiotic.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant?
L-glutamine is rated likely safe in pregnancy. However, we don't have enough data on Lactobacillus acidophilus to know either way, and we hold no safety information on the other probiotics. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you during pregnancy.
What's L-glutamine in here for?
L-glutamine is an amino acid your body uses to support immune function and gut health. It's rated effective for sickle cell disease and possibly effective for recovery after surgery, HIV/AIDS-related wasting, and serious illness — though the doses in a supplement are typically much lower than those used in clinical trials.
Does this help with IBS or bloating?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is rated possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome. However, this product may actually cause bloating, flatulence, or diarrhea in some people, especially at first, so start cautiously and talk to your doctor if symptoms worsen.
What are the side effects I should expect?
The most common side effects are gastrointestinal — belching, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting. Headache and dizziness have also been reported but are less common. Serious infections are rare but have been documented with probiotics in vulnerable people.
Is there anything in this I should avoid if I have kidney or liver disease?
Yes — if you have kidney or liver disease, use L-glutamine only under medical supervision. Talk with your doctor before taking this product to make sure it's safe for your situation.

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Mindlinx Complex'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.

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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.

Glutamine 11 references
  1. Miller AL. Therapeutic considerations of L-glutamine: a review of the literature. Altern Med Rev 1999;4:239-48..
  2. Bozzetti F, Biganzoli L, Gavazzi C, et al. Glutamine supplementation in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy: a double-blind randomized study. Nutrition 1997;13:748-51.. PubMed
  3. Mebane AH. L-Glutamine and mania. Am J Psychiatry 984;141:1302-3.
  4. Meldrum BS. Glutamate as a neurotransmitter in the brain: review of physiology and pathology. J Nutr 2000;130:1007S-15S.. PubMed
  5. Garlick PJ. Assessment of the safety of glutamine and other amino acids. J Nutr 2001;131:2556S-61S.. PubMed
  6. Chapman AG. Glutamate and epilepsy. J Nutr 2000;130:1043S-5S.. PubMed
  7. Ziegler TR. Glutamine supplementation in cancer patients receiving bone marrow transplantation and high dose chemotherapy. J Nutr 2001;131:2578S-84S.. PubMed
  8. Laviano A, Molfino A, Lacaria MT, Canelli A, De Leo S, Preziosa I, Rossi Fanelli F. Glutamine supplementation favors weight loss in nondieting obese female patients. A pilot study. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2014 Nov;68(11):1264-6. PubMed
  9. Endari (l-glutamine) [package insert]. Torrance, CA: Emmaus Medical,Inc; 2017.
  10. Niihara Y, Miller ST, Kanter J, et al. A Phase 3 Trial of l-Glutamine in Sickle Cell Disease. N Engl J Med 2018;379(3):226-35. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1715971.
  11. Ogden HB, Child RB, Fallowfield JL, et al. Gastrointestinal Tolerance of Low, Medium and High Dose Acute Oral l-Glutamine Supplementation in Healthy Adults: A Pilot Study. Nutrients. 2020;12(10):2953. PubMed

See these in context on the Glutamine monograph →

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
  8. Shahriari A, Karimi E, Shahriari M, Aslani N, Khooshideh M, Arab A. The effect of probiotic supplementation on the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus among high-risk pregnant women: A parallel double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial PubMed
  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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