OralBiotic Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NOW
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking OralBiotic 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
OralBiotic is a dietary supplement by NOW with 1 active ingredient.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 OralBiotic by NOW
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.
Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.
Why this rating?
- The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
- No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.
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 summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Medication interactions could not be assessed, and safety information could not be assessed.
Assessment coverage: 0 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 20, 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
General information
Key facts about OralBiotic, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NOW |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 733739029218 |
| Net contents | 60 Lozenge(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 20, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 313891 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Lozenge |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Children 4 or More Years of Age, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Children more than 1 but less than 4 |
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.
Supplement Facts
The label details for OralBiotic by NOW, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| BLIS K12 Streptococcus salivarius K12 | 42 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: FOS, Xylitol, Sorbitol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Strawberry Flavor, Natural, Beet powder
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Usage: Adults: Take 2 lozenges 1 to 4 times daily. Children (Age 2 & Up): Take 2 lozenges 1 to 5 times daily. Allow lozenge to dissolve slowly and completely in mouth and swallow.
Precautions
For children under 2, use only on the advice of a health practitioner.
Caution: Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication (especially immune-suppressing drugs), or have a medical condition (especially if immune system is compromised). Because some antibiotics may inactivate S. salivarius, take at least 2 hours before or after taking antibiotic medications.
Keep out of reach of children.
Contains xylitol, which is harmful to pets.
Contains milk.
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Storage
Refrigerate to maintain potency. Keep lid tightly sealed. Keep freshness packet in bottle.
Formula
Among the most numerous beneficial bacteria in the mouth, Streptococcus salivarius is typically the first one acquired in infancy. BLIS K12 is a powerful strain of S. salivarius that, when taken regularly, colonizes the mouth and throat and helps to maintain the natural defense system of the main entry point of the body. BLIS K12 has been clinically shown to support the maintenance of mouth, ear, nose, and throat health in children. OralBiotic may also help to maintain fresh breath when used regularly.
For children and adults
Triangle K D (Kosher Dairy)
BLIS K12
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.
Formulation
Supports ear, nose & throat health Helps maintain fresh breath
Gluten-free
Made and quality tested in the USA with globally sourced ingredients.
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients.
The probiotic strain in this product has been identity-verified using DNA-fingerprinting technology.
Seals/Symbols
Triangle K D (Kosher Dairy) Strain Verified
GMP Quality Assured
FDA Statement of Identity
A Dietary Supplement
General Statements
Digestive Family owned since 1968.
Brand IP Statement(s)
BLIS K12 and the BLIS K12 logo are registered trademarks of BLIS Technologies.
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OralBiotic by NOW 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 OralBiotic by NOW
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Lozenge(s) Dosage formLozenge Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
BLIS K12 Streptococcus salivarius K12
Other (inactive) ingredients: FOS, Xylitol, Sorbitol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Strawberry Flavor, Natural, Beet powder. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
OralBiotic by NOW Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in OralBiotic. 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 OralBiotic, from the product label.
NOW
See all NOW products- Name
- NOW FOODS
- Street Address
- 395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd.
- City
- Bloomingdale
- State
- IL
- ZipCode
- 60108
- Web Address
- nowfoods.com
OralBiotic by NOW: 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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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
Sources & How We Checked
OralBiotic'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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