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Probiotic 10 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Absorb Health

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Probiotic 10 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Absorb Health 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. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Probiotic 10 500 mg by Absorb Health

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.
  • “Lactobacillus Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (2,000 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains 3 active ingredients: Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Lactobacillus bifidus—all live bacterial cultures intended to support your gut health. Each capsule provides 500 mg of these probiotics.

The capsule itself is made from gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose, and silica, which are inactive ingredients that help hold the product together.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Lactobacillus Acidophilus's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: immune health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Allergic rhinitis (hay fever), Asthma, Atopic dermatitis (eczema), Atopic disease, Common cold, Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) — and 4 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Atopic disease (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Allergic rhinitis (hay fever), Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), Asthma, Respiratory tract infections, and more.

Lactobacillus acidophilus, one of the three cultures here, is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis, based on available evidence. The data we hold doesn't establish effectiveness ratings for the other two Lactobacillus species in this blend, and for acute respiratory distress syndrome, the evidence is insufficient to rate it.

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. Some people taking probiotics may experience mild gastrointestinal side effects—abdominal pain, bloating, flatulence, diarrhea, or burping—but these are uncommon.

Because this product contains live organisms, there's a theoretical concern that in rare cases they could cause serious infection in people with compromised immunity or certain underlying conditions; most documented cases involved translocation of bacteria from other body sites rather than the probiotic itself. In pregnancy, Lactobacillus acidophilus is rated possibly safe.

Data on the other ingredients' safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding aren't on file. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product, especially if you have a weakened immune system or are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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.

Before you start this product, check whether you're taking any antibiotic drugs (the interaction is Moderate in severity). The live organisms in L. acidophilus can be killed if antibiotics are given at the same time, reducing the probiotic's effectiveness.

For any other medications you take, use the interaction checker on this page, since we couldn't gather interaction data for the other two bacterial ingredients.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This probiotic is most useful if you're dealing with irritable bowel syndrome, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, or certain bacterial infections. If you're taking antibiotics, space them several hours apart from this product—ask your doctor or pharmacist how to time them best.

Check your full medication list on this page before starting, and talk it over with your own healthcare provider, particularly if your immune system is compromised.

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 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Probiotic 10 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Absorb Health
Barcode (UPC) 790566992856
Net contents 100 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 24, 2020
DSLD ID 216047
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Probiotic 10 500 mg by Absorb Health, 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:
4 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
4 Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
790566992856
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactobacillus rhamnosus0 NP--
Lactobacillus acidophilus0 NP--
Lactobacillus bifidus0 NP--
Lactobacillus Blend2000 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica

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Label statements
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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.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

Storage

Store at room temperature with lid tightly closed.

Formulation

Immune health

No cutting agents

General Statements

Shop at www.absorbyourhealth.com for all your mind, body, and spirit needs.

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Probiotic 10 500 mg by Absorb Health label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Probiotic 10 500 mg by Absorb Health

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

Serving size4 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule 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.

Lactobacillus Blend

2000 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Probiotic 10 500 mg by Absorb Health Drug Interactions

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182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Probiotic 10 500 mg 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 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Probiotic 10 500 mg, from the product label.

Absorb Health

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Name
Absorb Health
Street Address
106 Countryside St NW
City
Supply
State
NC
ZipCode
28462
Web Address
www.absorbyourhealth.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Probiotic 10 500 mg by Absorb Health: Common Questions

Does Probiotic 10 500 mg by Absorb Health interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Probiotic 10 500 mg 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?
Probiotic 10 500 mg 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 I take this probiotic while I'm on antibiotics?
You can, but you'll want to space them out. Take your antibiotic at one time and this probiotic several hours later (or earlier), because antibiotics can kill the live bacteria in the product. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for the best timing for your specific antibiotic.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant?
Lactobacillus acidophilus, one of the three cultures in this blend, is rated possibly safe in pregnancy. We don't have safety data on file for the other two bacterial species. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it during pregnancy.
Will this help with my irritable bowel syndrome?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for IBS, meaning there's some evidence but it's not definitive. Results vary from person to person, so discuss with your doctor whether it's worth trying for your situation.
What are the inactive ingredients?
The capsule is made from gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose (a plant-based binder), and silica. These help the capsule hold together but have no therapeutic role.
Can this probiotic cause side effects?
Most people tolerate it well, but some experience mild gastrointestinal effects like bloating, gas, or diarrhea—usually uncommon. In rare cases, live probiotics can cause serious infection in people with very weak immune systems; talk with your doctor if that applies to you.

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Sources & How We Checked

Probiotic 10 500 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 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.
  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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