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Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Windmill

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Unknown Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin is a dietary supplement by Windmill with 7 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 Bifidobacterium bifidum, BT 1386(TM) Lactobacillus acidophilus, 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 Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin by Windmill

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 2 of its 7 active ingredients.
  • “Pro-biotic blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (500,000,000 CFU) without saying how much of each component you get.

This blend contains 7 active ingredients: four strains of live probiotic bacteria (Lactobacillus plantarum, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Lactobacillus casei, and Lactobacillus acidophilus), plus citrus pectin, Dahlulin PB, and Lactospore. The probiotics are meant to support your gut flora, while pectin is a soluble fiber from citrus.

The inactive ingredients are standard tablet binders and fillers: dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, stearic acid, silica, magnesium stearate, and pharmaceutical glaze.

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 health and probiotic balance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Bacterial vaginosis, Clostridioides difficile infection, Constipation, Diarrhea, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — 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 Bacterial vaginosis, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
  • Also on file: Bifidobacterium Bifidum is rated "Possibly Effective" for Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

For the probiotics in this blend, Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus are both rated possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Lactobacillus acidophilus is also rated possibly effective for Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis.

For pectin, the evidence rates it possibly effective for high cholesterol. The other conditions listed — hay fever, Alzheimer disease, anxiety, prediabetes, and radiation exposure — lack enough reliable evidence to rate them either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Pectin Bifidobacterium Bifidum 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 3 of the 3 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus are generally well tolerated in healthy people and children, though those with weakened immune systems should be cautious. Pectin from food and typical supplement amounts is generally well tolerated.

Mild digestive side effects like bloating, gas, loose stools, or mild cramps can occur with probiotics or pectin, though these are uncommon with the probiotics in this blend specifically. Rare serious adverse effects include allergic reactions and, in very rare cases, anaphylaxis in sensitive individuals.

There have been isolated cases of probiotic-related sepsis or serious infections, but these are extremely rare and mostly in critically ill patients. For pregnancy, Bifidobacterium bifidum is rated possibly safe and Lactobacillus acidophilus is rated possibly safe; citrus pectin is rated likely safe.

The safety of concentrated pectin supplements during breastfeeding has not been well studied — dietary amounts are considered fine. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Pectin Bifidobacterium Bifidum 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?
  • 3 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Pectin, Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Bifidobacterium Bifidum.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: heart-rhythm medications.
  • For scale: 188 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 before taking if you use digoxin (Lanoxin), as pectin in this blend may reduce how well your body absorbs it. Also flag any tetracycline antibiotics or lovastatin (Mevacor), which pectin may interfere with.

Any antibiotic drug should be timed separately from this product — your doctor or pharmacist can advise on spacing.

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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 blend may help with IBS or certain bacterial infections if the probiotics work for you, though the evidence is moderate. If you take digoxin, cholesterol medications, tetracyclines, or any antibiotic, you'll need to clear this with your doctor or pharmacist first — timing matters, especially with antibiotics.

It's generally well tolerated in healthy people, but if you have a weakened immune system or are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk it over with your doctor before starting.

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

Assessment coverage: 3 of 7 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 23, 2012.

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 Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin, straight from the product label.

Brand Windmill
Barcode (UPC) 035046001001
Net contents 100 Caplet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 23, 2012
DSLD ID 7045
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Unknown
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin by Windmill, 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 Caplet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Caplet(s)
UPC/BARCODE
035046001001
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactobacillus plantarum0 NP--
Bifidobacterium bifidum0 NP--
Lactobacillus casei0 NP--
Citrus Pectin100 mg--
Dahlulin PB(TM)20 mg--
Lactospore0 NP--
BT 1386(TM) Lactobacillus acidophilus0 NP--
Pro-biotic blend500000000 CFU--

Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Pharmaceutical Glaze

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Label statements
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Precautions

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

DO NOT PURCHASE IF SEAL IS BROKEN.

Storage

Protect from heat, light and moisture. Store at 15-30(0)C (59-86(0)F).

No Refrigeration Needed!

General Statements

MADE IN U.S.A.

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.

Formulation

NO SUGAR, STARCH, WHEAT, SOY, ARTIFICIAL COLORS, FLAVORS OR PRESERVATIVES

FDA Statement of Identity

DIETARY SUPPLEMENT

Formula

Helps Support Healthy Intestinal Flora*

Contains Milk.

General

ITEM #100 Tracking #65291002

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take one or two caplets daily after meals as a dietary supplement or as directed by a healthcare professional.

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Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin by Windmill

These are the 7 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Caplet(s) Dosage formUnknown 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 with
23 drugs
100 mg per serving

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 & interactions

Dahlulin PB(TM)

20 mg per serving Form: fructo-oligosaccharides

Pro-biotic blend

500000000 CFU per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate, Pharmaceutical Glaze. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin by Windmill Drug Interactions

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188Drugs
188 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Bifidobacterium bifidum 182
BT 1386(TM) Lactobacillus acidophilus 182
Citrus Pectin 23

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin interact with 188 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

3 of the 7 ingredients in Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Bifidobacterium bifidum BT 1386(TM) Lactobacillus acidophilus Citrus Pectin

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin 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.

Bifidobacterium bifidum1 drug type · 182 drugs

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.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Bifidobacterium bifidum full monograph & interactions

BT 1386(TM) 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
BT 1386(TM) Lactobacillus acidophilus full monograph & interactions

Citrus Pectin3 drug types · 23 drugs

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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
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.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Citrus Pectin full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin, from the product label.

Windmill

Name
Windmill Health Products
City
West Caldwell
State
New Jersey
ZipCode
07006
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin by Windmill: Common Questions

Does Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin by Windmill interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin has a known interaction with 188 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin contains 7 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 with my antibiotic?
Not at the same time. The live probiotics in this blend can be killed by antibiotics, which would make the probiotics less effective. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you space them apart — typically a few hours between doses works.
Will this help my IBS?
Both Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus in this blend are rated possibly effective for IBS, which means there's moderate evidence they may help, but results vary person to person. It's worth trying under your doctor's guidance if IBS is your concern.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant?
The probiotics in this blend are rated possibly safe in pregnancy, and the pectin is rated likely safe. That said, the data are limited — talk with your doctor before starting to make sure it's right for your situation.
What side effects should I expect?
Mild digestive effects like bloating, gas, or loose stools can happen with probiotics or pectin, though they're uncommon with this specific blend. Serious allergic reactions are rare but possible in sensitive people — stop and seek help if you have unusual reactions.
Does this have fillers?
Yes — the inactive ingredients include dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, silica, magnesium stearate, and other binders to hold the tablet together. If you need to avoid any of these, check the label or ask your pharmacist.
Can I take this if I have a weakened immune system?
The probiotics here are generally well tolerated, but people with weakened immune systems should be cautious and talk with their doctor first — there's a small theoretical risk of infection from live organisms in immunocompromised patients.

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The Full Monographs Behind Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Pectin

Interacts with 23 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 help with cholesterol, blood sugar, and di...

Read the full Pectin monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Bifidobacterium Bifidum

Interacts with 182 drugs

Bifidobacterium 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 → Herb & supplement monograph

Lactobacillus Acidophilus

Interacts with 182 drugs

Lactobacillus 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 →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Natural Acidophilus Pro-Biotic Blend with Pectin'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 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.

Bifidobacterium Bifidum 7 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. 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
  3. Rerksuppaphol S, Rerksuppaphol L. Randomized controlled trial of probiotics to reduce common cold in schoolchildren. Pediatr Int. 2012;54(5):682-7. PubMed
  4. 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
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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 →

Pectin 11 references
  1. Jaakkola MS, et al. Asthma caused by occupational exposure to pectin. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1997;100:575-6. PubMed
  2. Westphal W, et al. [Exogenous allergic asthma following pectin exposure-a new occupational allergen]. Pneumologie 1990;44(Suppl 1):337-8.
  3. Baldwin JL, et al. Pectin-induced occupational asthma. Chest 1993;104:1936-7. PubMed
  4. Cohen AJ, Forse MS, Tarlo SM. Occupational asthma caused by pectin inhalation during the manufacture of jam. Chest 1993;103:309-11.
  5. Kraut A, et al. Christmas candy maker's asthma. IgG4-mediated pectin allergy. Chest 1992;102:1605-7. PubMed
  6. Richter WO, Jacob BG, Schwandt P. Interaction between fibre and lovastatin. Lancet 1991;338:706.
  7. Albert KS, Ayres JW, DiSanto AR, et al. Influence of kaolin-pectin suspension on digoxin bioavailability. J Pharm Sci 1978;67:1582-6. PubMed
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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).
  11. 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

See these in context on the Pectin 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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