Multi-Acidophilus Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Solgar
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Multi-Acidophilus Powder 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
Multi-Acidophilus Powder is a dietary supplement by Solgar with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diarrhea relief, constipation and digestive health, cholesterol support.Based on those ingredients, 188 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are L. acidophilus LA-5, B. bifidum BB-12, Citrus Pectin. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Multi-Acidophilus Powder by Solgar
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.
What’s inside
Low disclosure
This powder contains four active ingredients: citrus pectin (a soluble fiber from citrus fruit) and three probiotic strains — L. acidophilus LA-5, L. rhamnosus LGG, and B. bifidum BB-12 — all of which are live beneficial bacteria meant to support gut health. The product also contains two inactive ingredients, maltodextrin and silica, which help stabilize and mix the powder.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The citrus pectin in this blend is possibly effective for high cholesterol, though the evidence isn't ironclad. The three probiotic strains have varying support in the data.
L. acidophilus and B. bifidum are each possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, and L. acidophilus is additionally possibly effective for antibiotic-associated diarrhea, bacterial vaginosis, and H. pylori infection. B. bifidum is possibly effective for respiratory tract infections.
For other uses like hay fever, anxiety, or Alzheimer's disease, the evidence either isn't there yet or is too limited to say whether these probiotics help.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Citrus pectin is generally well tolerated at typical supplement doses, though some people experience mild gas, loose stools, diarrhea, or cramping. Allergic reactions are rare but can happen in sensitive individuals.
The two probiotics we checked — L. acidophilus and B. bifidum — are generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. Uncommon side effects from probiotics include bloating, gas, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea.
Because these are live organisms, there's a theoretical risk of infection in people with severely weakened immune systems, though this is very rare. For pregnancy and breastfeeding, pectin from food and typical amounts are likely safe, but concentrated supplement safety hasn't been well studied — check with your doctor.
We don't have pregnancy or breastfeeding data on file for the probiotic strains, so talk with your pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take this, double-check if you're on lovastatin, tetracycline antibiotics, or digoxin — citrus pectin can reduce how well your body absorbs these. If you're taking any antibiotics, space them out from this supplement by a couple of hours, since the live probiotics can be killed off by the drugs.
Run your complete medication list through the checker on this page to be sure.
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 probiotic and fiber blend may help with digestive issues like IBS or antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and the pectin may support cholesterol management. If you take lovastatin, tetracycline antibiotics, digoxin, or any other regular medication, check your drugs against the interaction tool before starting — the pectin and probiotics can interfere with several common prescriptions.
People with very weak immune systems should ask their doctor before taking it.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 24, 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
General information
Key facts about Multi-Acidophilus Powder, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Solgar |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 033984017863 |
| Net contents | 4 Oz(s); 113 Gram(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 24, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 214664 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Multi-Acidophilus Powder by Solgar, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Citrus Pectin | 50 mg | -- |
| Multi-Acidophilus Complex | 1.5 Gram(s) | -- |
| L. acidophilus LA-5 | 0 NP | -- |
| L. rhamnosus LGG | 0 NP | -- |
| B. bifidum BB-12 | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Maltodextrin, Silica
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Formulation
Solgar's Multi-Acidophilus Powder is free of yeast, wheat, soy, gluten and dairy products and is formulated without the use of artificial preservatives, flavors or colors.
This product is sold by weight, not by volume - therefore, settling will occur.
Enhanced series
100% Dairy, lactose and milk free (No casein)
Suitable for vegetarians
Sugar, salt and starch free
Contains no major allergens.
Formula
Solgar's Multi-Acidophilus Powder supplies beneficial microorganisms, such as L. acidophilus and L. rhamnosus, which help maintain a normal flora in the intestinal tract. Our specially designed formula includes citrus pectin, a soluble dietary fiber.
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.
Storage
To assure freshness and potency, refrigerate after opening.
Precautions
Do not use if outer bottle seal is missing, torn or damaged in any way.
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking any dietary supplement.
Keep out of reach of children.
General Statements
Solgar since 1947
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one half (1/2) teaspoon (1.5 g) one to three times daily, preferably between meals or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Mix with water.
Brand IP Statement(s)
BB-12 and LA-5 are registered trademarks of Chr. Hansen. LGG is a trademark of Valio Ltd.
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Multi-Acidophilus Powder by Solgar label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Multi-Acidophilus Powder by Solgar
These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.5 tsp Dosage formPowder Servings per container75 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.
Citrus Pectin
Interacts with23 drugs
Pectin is a natural soluble fiber found in fruits like apples and citrus, and it is widely used in foods and as a fiber supplement. It may modestly he...
Citrus Pectin monograph & interactionsMulti-Acidophilus Complex
- › L. acidophilus LA-5
- › L. rhamnosus LGG
- › B. bifidum BB-12
Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Multi-Acidophilus Powder by Solgar Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Solgar's Multi-Acidophilus Powder contains four ingredients, three of which we've checked for drug interactions.
Citrus pectin is the ingredient with the most serious documented interactions — it's Moderate severity across the board. It can reduce how your body absorbs lovastatin (a cholesterol drug), tetracycline antibiotics, and digoxin (a heart medication), potentially making them less effective.
The pectin's fiber-like action seems to bind these drugs in your gut and lower the amount that gets into your bloodstream.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
The two live probiotics in this formula — L. acidophilus and B. bifidum — each have one Moderate interaction with antibiotic drugs. Taking antibiotics at the same time as these probiotics can kill off the beneficial bacteria, so they won't work as intended.
You'll want to separate them by a couple of hours if you're on an antibiotic course.
We could not check L. rhamnosus LGG, one of the probiotic strains in this product, because we hold no interaction data for it. Altogether, these interactions span 188 individual medications.
Before you start this supplement, run your exact prescriptions — especially any cholesterol meds, antibiotics, or heart medications — through the interaction checker below.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Multi-Acidophilus Powder interact with 188 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 4 ingredients in Multi-Acidophilus Powder interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. L. acidophilus LA-5 B. bifidum BB-12 Citrus Pectin
CefotetanCefotan
How Cefotetan interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cefotetan interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cefotetan interactionCefoxitinMefoxin
How Cefoxitin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cefoxitin interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cefoxitin interactionCefpodoxime ProxetilVantin
How Cefpodoxime Proxetil interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cefpodoxime Proxetil interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cefpodoxime Proxetil interactionCefprozilCefzil
How Cefprozil interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cefprozil interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cefprozil interactionCeftazidimeCeftazidime, Ceptaz, Fortaz, Tazicef, Tazidime
How Ceftazidime interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Ceftazidime interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Ceftazidime interactionCeftibutenCedax
How Ceftibuten interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Ceftibuten interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Ceftibuten interactionCeftizoximeCefizox
How Ceftizoxime interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Ceftizoxime interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Ceftizoxime interactionCeftolozane Sulfate, Tazobactam SodiumZerbaxa
How Ceftolozane Sulfate, Tazobactam Sodium interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Ceftolozane Sulfate, Tazobactam Sodium interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Ceftolozane Sulfate, Tazobactam Sodium interactionCeftriaxoneRocephin
How Ceftriaxone interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Ceftriaxone interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Ceftriaxone interactionCefuroximeCeftin, Kefurox, Zinacef
How Cefuroxime interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cefuroxime interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cefuroxime interactionCephalexinCephalex, Keflex, Keftab, Lexin
How Cephalexin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cephalexin interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cephalexin interactionCephapirinCefadyl
How Cephapirin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cephapirin interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cephapirin interactionCephradineAnspor, Velosef
How Cephradine interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cephradine interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cephradine interactionChloramphenicolChloromycetin, Chloromycetin Injection, Chloromycetin Ophthalmic
How Chloramphenicol interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Chloramphenicol interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Chloramphenicol interactionChlortetracyclineAureomycin
How Chlortetracycline interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Chlortetracycline interactionCitrus PectinTetracycline Antibiotics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pectin might reduce the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics, potentially decreasing their effectiveness.
Read the full Citrus Pectin + Chlortetracycline interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Chlortetracycline interactionCinoxacinCinobac
How Cinoxacin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cinoxacin interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cinoxacin interactionCiprofloxacinCiloxan, Cipro, Cipro IV, Cipro XR, Ciprobay, Otiprio
How Ciprofloxacin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Ciprofloxacin interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Ciprofloxacin interactionClarithromycinBiaxin, Biaxin XL
How Clarithromycin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Clarithromycin interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Clarithromycin interactionClinafloxacinClinafloxacin
How Clinafloxacin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Clinafloxacin interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Clinafloxacin interactionClindamycinCleocin, Cleocin T Gel, ClindaMax, Clindesse, Dalacin C
How Clindamycin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Clindamycin interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Clindamycin interactionClofazimineLamprene
How Clofazimine interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Clofazimine interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Clofazimine interactionCloxacillin SodiumCloxapen, Cloxi, Tegopen
How Cloxacillin Sodium interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cloxacillin Sodium interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cloxacillin Sodium interactionColistimethateColy-Mycin M
How Colistimethate interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Colistimethate interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Colistimethate interactionCyclacillinCyclapen-W, Cylcapen
How Cyclacillin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cyclacillin interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cyclacillin interactionCycloserineSeromycin
How Cycloserine interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Cycloserine interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Cycloserine interactionDalbavancin HydrochlorideDalvance
How Dalbavancin Hydrochloride interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Dalbavancin Hydrochloride interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Dalbavancin Hydrochloride interactionDapsoneAczone, Avlosulfon, Dapsone
How Dapsone interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Dapsone interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Dapsone interactionDaptomycinCubicin, Dapzura RT
How Daptomycin interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Daptomycin interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Daptomycin interactionDemeclocyclineDeclomycin
How Demeclocycline interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 3 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Citrus PectinTetracycline Antibiotics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, pectin might reduce the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics, potentially decreasing their effectiveness.
Read the full Citrus Pectin + Demeclocycline interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Demeclocycline interactionB. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Demeclocycline interactionDicloxacillin InjectionDynapen Injection
How Dicloxacillin Injection interacts with Multi-Acidophilus Powder — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
B. Bifidum Bb-12Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium.
Read the full B. Bifidum Bb-12 + Dicloxacillin Injection interactionL. Acidophilus La-5Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus acidophilus with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L.
Read the full L. Acidophilus La-5 + Dicloxacillin Injection interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Multi-Acidophilus Powder 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.
L. acidophilus LA-5
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.
B. bifidum BB-12
Antibiotic Drugs
Theoretically, taking Bifidobacterium. bifidum with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B. bifidum.
Since B. bifidum preparations usually contain live and active organisms, simultaneously taking antibiotics might kill a significant number of the organisms. Tell patients to separate administration of antibiotics and B. bifidum preparations by at least 2 hours.
Citrus Pectin
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Theoretically, pectin might reduce the absorption of digoxin, potentially decreasing its effectiveness.
A small clinical study shows that taking digoxin with a kaolin-pectin suspension reduces the absorption of digoxin by about 62%. It is unclear if these effects are due to pectin, kaolin, or the combination.
Lovastatin (Mevacor)
Theoretically, pectin might reduce the absorption of lovastatin, potentially decreasing its effectiveness.
Case reports suggest that concomitant use of pectin and lovastatin might reduce the cholesterol-lowering effect of lovastatin, possibly due to reduced intestinal absorption of lovastatin.
Tetracycline Antibiotics
Theoretically, pectin might reduce the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics, potentially decreasing their effectiveness.
A small clinical study shows that taking tetracycline with bismuth subsalicylate in a kaolin-pectin suspension reduces the absorption of tetracycline by about 34%. It is unclear if these effects are due to pectin, kaolin, bismuth subsalicylate, or the combination.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Multi-Acidophilus Powder, from the product label.
Solgar
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- Solgar, Inc.
- Street Address
- 500 Willow Tree Road
- City
- Leonia
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07605
- Phone Number
- 1-877-765-4274
- Web Address
- www.solgar.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Multi-Acidophilus Powder’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Pectin
Interacts with 23 drugsPectin is a natural soluble fiber found in fruits like apples and citrus, and it is widely used in foods and as a fiber supplement. It may modestly help with cholesterol, blood sugar, and di...
Read the full Pectin monograph → Herb & supplement monographLactobacillus Acidophilus
Interacts with 182 drugsLactobacillus acidophilus is a 'friendly' bacterium used as a probiotic to support gut and vaginal health. It is generally well tolerated in healthy people, and there is reasonable evidence...
Read the full Lactobacillus Acidophilus monograph → Herb & supplement monographBifidobacterium Bifidum
Interacts with 182 drugsBifidobacterium bifidum is a 'friendly' bacteria (probiotic) that naturally lives in the human gut and is taken to support digestion and gut balance. Some evidence suggests probiotics may he...
Read the full Bifidobacterium Bifidum monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Multi-Acidophilus Powder'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.
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The 33 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.
Pectin 11 references
- Jaakkola MS, et al. Asthma caused by occupational exposure to pectin. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1997;100:575-6. PubMed
- Westphal W, et al. [Exogenous allergic asthma following pectin exposure-a new occupational allergen]. Pneumologie 1990;44(Suppl 1):337-8.
- Baldwin JL, et al. Pectin-induced occupational asthma. Chest 1993;104:1936-7. PubMed
- Cohen AJ, Forse MS, Tarlo SM. Occupational asthma caused by pectin inhalation during the manufacture of jam. Chest 1993;103:309-11.
- Kraut A, et al. Christmas candy maker's asthma. IgG4-mediated pectin allergy. Chest 1992;102:1605-7. PubMed
- Richter WO, Jacob BG, Schwandt P. Interaction between fibre and lovastatin. Lancet 1991;338:706.
- Albert KS, Ayres JW, DiSanto AR, et al. Influence of kaolin-pectin suspension on digoxin bioavailability. J Pharm Sci 1978;67:1582-6. PubMed
- Albert KS, Welch RD, DeSante KA, et al. Decreased tetracycline bioavailability caused by a bismuth subsalicylate antidiarrheal mixture. J Pharm Sci 1979;68:586-8. PubMed
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
- Federal Register April 17,2003. Anti-Diarrheal Products for over-the-counter human use; final monograph. Available at: http://www.fda.gov/OHRMS/DOCKETS/98fr/03-9380.pdf (Accessed 27 December 2004).
- Washio K, Nakamura M, Sato N, et al. Anaphylaxis in a pectin- and cashew nut-allergic child caused by a citrus bath. Allergol Int 2022;71(1):155-157. PubMed
Lactobacillus Acidophilus 15 references
- Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- Ozer M, Goksu SY, Shahverdiani A, Mustafa M. Lactobacillus acidophilus-induced endocarditis and associated splenic abscess. Case Rep Infect Dis 2020;2020:1382709.
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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 →
Bifidobacterium Bifidum 7 references
- Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
- Xiao JZ, Takahashi S, Odamaki T, et al. Antibiotic susceptibility of bifidobacterial strains distributed in the Japanese market. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2010;74(2):336-42. PubMed
- Rerksuppaphol S, Rerksuppaphol L. Randomized controlled trial of probiotics to reduce common cold in schoolchildren. Pediatr Int. 2012;54(5):682-7. PubMed
- 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
- 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.
- Pruccoli G, Silvestro E, Pace Napoleone C, Aidala E, Garazzino S, Scolfaro C. Are probiotics safe? Bifidobacterium bacteremia in a child with severe heart failure. Infez Med. 2019;27(2):175-178.
- Esaiassen E, Hjerde E, Cavanagh JP, Simonsen GS, Klingenberg C; Norwegian Study Group on Invasive Bifidobacterial Infections. Bifidobacterium bacteremia: Clinical characteristics and a genomic approach to assess pathogenicity. J Clin Microbiol. 2017;55(7) PubMed
See these in context on the Bifidobacterium Bifidum monograph →
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