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Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Way

Tablet Or Pill Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored is a dietary supplement by Nature's Way with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive health and balance, diarrhea (including antibiotic-related), vaginal yeast and bacterial infections.Based on those ingredients, 182 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-14. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored by Nature's Way

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 0 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Probiotic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (28 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product has 3 active ingredients: Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-14, Lactobacillus plantarum LP-115, and Bifidobacterium — all live probiotic bacteria meant to support digestive and immune health. These come in a chewable tablet sweetened with xylitol and flavored with cherry, plus inactive ingredients like inulin (a prebiotic fiber), cellulose, and magnesium stearate.

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: supports healthy digestive flora.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Colic, Constipation, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Lactose intolerance, Rotaviral diarrhea — 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 Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Constipation, Lactose intolerance, Rotaviral diarrhea, Travelers' diarrhea, and more.

Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-14 is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. It's rated possibly ineffective for atopic disease (eczema and related conditions), and the evidence for acute respiratory distress syndrome is too limited to rate.

We don't have effectiveness data on file for the other two probiotic strains in this product.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient 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 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. Gastrointestinal side effects like stomach discomfort, bloating, gas, diarrhea, or burping are possible but uncommon when taken with other probiotics.

Because these are live organisms, there's a theoretical concern they could cause infection in certain patients — most commonly in those with compromised immunity or underlying conditions — though this is rare. The safety data for this ingredient in pregnancy is rated possibly safe, but data are limited; talk with your child's doctor or pharmacist before use if you have questions.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient 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?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Lactobacillus Acidophilus.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 182 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 antibiotic drugs before giving this to your child. Taking antibiotics at the same time as this probiotic may reduce how well the probiotic works, so your pharmacist can help you space them apart.

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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 is a well-tolerated probiotic blend for kids that may help with IBS, antibiotic-related diarrhea, and a few other digestive concerns. If your child takes antibiotics, separate the timing — don't give them together.

Run your child's medications through the checker on this page before starting.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 25, 2025.

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 Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Way
Net contents 60 Chewable Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2025
DSLD ID 328029
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Children more than 1 but less than 4
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored by Nature's Way, 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 Chewable Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Chewable Tablet(s)
Servings per container
60
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Probiotic Blend28 mg--
Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-140 NP--
Lactobacillus plantarum LP-1150 NP--
Bifidobacterium0 NP--

Other ingredients: Xylitol, Inulin, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Natural Flavors, Malic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silica

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Label statements
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Formula

Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables 3 Billion CFU

Ages 2+

Proprietary probiotic blend for kids ages 2+ with lactobacilli and bifidobacteria

Specifically formulated for kids

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Once daily

Children 2 years of age and older, chew 1 tablet daily. Instruct child to chew tablet thoroughly before swallowing.

Formulation

Supports healthy digestive flora

Supports healthy digestive flora for kids ages 2+

Bottled and tested in the USA

FDA Statement of Identity

Probiotic Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Recommendation: Not for children under 2 years of age due to choking hazard.

Caution: If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, consul a healthcare professional before use.

Not for use in premature infants. Keep out of reach of children.

Safety seal with inner seal. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Keep refrigerated to maintain maximum potency.

Keep tightly closed. Keep refrigerated to maintain maximum potency.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2024

General Statements

Questions? 1-800-962-8873/naturesway.com

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Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored by Nature's Way label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored by Nature's Way

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Chewable Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill 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.

Proprietary Probiotic Blend

28 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Xylitol, Inulin, Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Natural Flavors, Malic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored by Nature's Way Drug Interactions

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182Drugs
182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-141 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored, from the product label.

Nature's Way

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Name
Nature's Way Brands, LLC
City
Green Bay
State
WI
ZipCode
54311
Phone Number
1-800-962-8873
Web Address
www.naturesway.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored by Nature's Way: Common Questions

Does Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored by Nature's Way interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored has a known interaction with 182 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored contains 3 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 my child take this while on antibiotics?
Not at the same time — the antibiotic can kill the live organisms in the probiotic and make it less effective. Talk to your pharmacist about the best timing to separate them, usually a few hours apart.
What does Lactobacillus acidophilus actually do?
It's a live beneficial bacteria that may help with irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea related to antibiotics, and a couple of other digestive issues. The evidence is strongest for antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
Are there side effects?
Most kids tolerate it well. Some may experience mild gas, bloating, or stomach discomfort, but these are uncommon. If your child has a weakened immune system, talk with your doctor first.
Is this safe during pregnancy?
The Lactobacillus acidophilus strain in this product is rated possibly safe in pregnancy, but data are limited. A pregnant person should check with their doctor or pharmacist before use.
What's the difference between the three probiotic strains in here?
We have good safety and effectiveness data for the Lactobacillus acidophilus, but we haven't checked the other two strains yet, so we can't tell you how they specifically help.
Does this have any fillers or dyes?
The active ingredients are the three probiotic strains. It does contain inactive ingredients like xylitol (a sugar alcohol sweetener), inulin, and magnesium stearate — but no artificial colors or dyes.

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The Full Monographs Behind Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Primadophilus Kids Probiotic Chewables Cherry Flavored'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 15 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.

Lactobacillus Acidophilus 15 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
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  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
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  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
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  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.
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  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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