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Dietary supplement

Probiotic & Antioxidant Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Just Thrive

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

Probiotic & Antioxidant is a dietary supplement by Just Thrive with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive health and bloating, diarrhea support, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 182 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Bacillus subtilis HU58, Bacillus coagulans SC-208. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Probiotic & Antioxidant by Just Thrive

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 4 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Probiotic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (175 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Just Thrive contains 4 active ingredients: a proprietary probiotic blend that includes three individual Bacillus strains — Bacillus subtilis HU58, Bacillus clausii SC-109, and Bacillus coagulans SC-208 — plus Bacillus indicus HU36. These are spore-forming bacteria intended to support gut health.

The capsules also contain cellulose and water as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports its ingredients for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Constipation — rated "Possibly Effective" (Bacillus Coagulans) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — rated "Possibly Effective" (Bacillus Coagulans) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea — rated "Possibly Effective" (Bacillus Subtilis) (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for these Bacillus strains varies by condition. Bacillus coagulans is rated possibly effective for constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and Bacillus subtilis is rated possibly effective for antibiotic-associated diarrhea.

For other uses — athletic performance, various diseases, and other digestive issues — the evidence we hold is insufficient to rate how well these strains work. If you're considering this product for a specific condition, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current evidence actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Bacillus Subtilis Bacillus Coagulans

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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Both Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus coagulans are generally well tolerated in healthy adults, though product quality and strain characteristics can vary. One headache was reported in a clinical trial with Bacillus subtilis, and diarrhea has been reported rarely with the same strain.

In rare cases, particularly severe infections (bacteremia and meningitis) have occurred in people with weakened immune systems, advanced age, or serious underlying illness who consumed high amounts of fermented natto containing Bacillus subtilis var. natto — but these cases are uncommon. People who are severely ill, immunocompromised, or have central lines (catheters) should talk with their doctor before using probiotic products.

For Bacillus clausii SC-109 and Bacillus indicus HU36, we hold no safety data, so talk with your doctor before starting if you have specific health concerns.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Bacillus Subtilis Bacillus Coagulans

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?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Bacillus Coagulans, Bacillus Subtilis.
  • 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.

If you take any antibiotic drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist about timing before you start this product — taking them together might reduce how well the probiotic works. Run your full medication list through the checker on this page to be sure, especially since we could not verify two of the four active ingredients for interactions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This probiotic may help with certain digestive issues — constipation, IBS, and antibiotic-associated diarrhea in particular — though evidence varies. The main thing to know is the antibiotic interaction: if you're taking antibiotics, you'll need to time this supplement carefully and talk with your doctor or pharmacist about when to take each one.

Anyone who's severely ill or has a weakened immune system should check with their healthcare provider first.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 2023.

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 & Antioxidant, straight from the product label.

Brand Just Thrive
Barcode (UPC) 674306523701
Net contents 30 Vegetable Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2023
DSLD ID 301434
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Probiotic & Antioxidant by Just Thrive, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
674306523701
IngredientAmount% DV
Proprietary Probiotic Blend175 mg--
Bacillus subtilis HU580 NP--
Bacillus clausii SC-1090 NP--
Bacillus coagulans SC-2080 NP--
Bacillus indicus HU360 NP--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Cellulose, Water

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Ages 8+: 1 capsule per day with your largest meal or as directed by your physician. For kids 8 and under, capsules can be opened and mixed with food or drink.

Precautions

Children under 3, please consult your healthcare practitioner.

Caution: If you are pregnant or nursing; taking any medication; have a medical condition, consult your doctor before using this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

Use only if safety seal is intact.

Storage

No refrigeration needed.

General Statements

Great for kids too! Vitamin Angels Proud supporter Your purchase helps support the health of a child for an entire year.

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.

Formula

Probiotic & Antioxidant Antioxidants [alpha and beta carotene, lycopene, lutein, astaxanthin and zeaxanthin] are produced in the digestive system by this probiotic; they are not added to capsules. 100% spore-based

Formulation

1000x better survivability vs Greek yogurt & leading probiotics

Pharma grade

Gluten free Dairy free Non-GMO

Vegan

Verified survives gastric Verified DNA checked

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Probiotic & Antioxidant by Just Thrive label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Probiotic & Antioxidant by Just Thrive

These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 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

175 mg per serving

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

Interaction report

Probiotic & Antioxidant by Just Thrive 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 Probiotic & Antioxidant 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.

Bacillus subtilis HU581 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

Theoretically, taking Bacillus subtilis with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B. subtilis.
Since B. subtilis 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. subtilis preparations by at least 2 hours.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D

Bacillus coagulans SC-2081 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

Theoretically, taking antibiotics with Bacillus coagulans might decrease the effectiveness of B. coagulans.
B. coagulans 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 B. coagulans preparations by at least two hours.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Probiotic & Antioxidant, from the product label.

Just Thrive

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Name
DMS Natural Health, LLC
Street Address
810 Busse Highway
City
Park Ridge
State
IL
ZipCode
60068
Phone Number
800.455.8939
Web Address
Justthrivehealth.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Probiotic & Antioxidant by Just Thrive: Common Questions

Does Probiotic & Antioxidant by Just Thrive interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Probiotic & Antioxidant 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 & Antioxidant contains 4 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?
Not at the same time. Antibiotics can kill the live bacteria in this product, making it less effective. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you space out the doses — usually you'd wait a few hours between them. It's important to ask before you start.
Will this help my IBS or constipation?
Bacillus coagulans in this product is rated possibly effective for both constipation and IBS, so there's some evidence it might help. Results vary person to person, and it's not a guaranteed cure. If you want to try it, give it a reasonable time and talk with your doctor if you don't see improvement.
What are the side effects?
Most people tolerate it well. Rarely, diarrhea has been reported, and one headache was noted in a clinical trial. People with weakened immune systems or serious illnesses should talk with their doctor first, as severe infections have been reported in those populations.
Is this safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have enough safety data to say either way for any of the ingredients. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist — they can help you decide if it's right for you during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What exactly is in this?
Four active Bacillus strains — three in a proprietary blend (Bacillus subtilis HU58, Bacillus clausii SC-109, and Bacillus coagulans SC-208) plus Bacillus indicus HU36. These are live spore-forming bacteria. The capsule itself is cellulose and water.

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Sources & How We Checked

Probiotic & Antioxidant'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 30 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.

Bacillus Subtilis 10 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. Lampropoulos PK, Gkentzi D, Tzifas S, Dimitriou G. Neonatal sepsis due to Bacillus subtilis. Cureus 2021;13(9):e17692. PubMed
  3. La Jeon Y, Yang JJ, Kim MJ, et al. Combined Bacillus licheniformis and Bacillus subtilis infection in a patient with oesophageal perforation. J Med Microbiol 2012;61(Pt 12):1766-1769. PubMed
  4. Wallet F, Crunelle V, Roussel-Delvallez M, Fruchart A, Saunier P, Courcol RJ. Bacillus subtilis as a cause of cholangitis in polycystic kidney and liver disease. Am J Gastroenterol 1996;91(7):1477-8.
  5. Velasco E, Martins CA, Tabak D, Bouzas LF. "Bacillus subtilis" infection in a patient submitted to a bone marrow transplantation. Rev Paul Med 1992;110(3):116-7.
  6. Kato A, Yoshifuji A, Komori K, et al. A case of Bacillus subtilis var. natto bacteremia caused by ingestion of natto during COVID-19 treatment in a maintenance hemodialysis patient with multiple myeloma. J Infect Chemother 2022;28(8):1212-1215. PubMed
  7. Freedman KE, Hill JL, Wei Y, et al. Examining the gastrointestinal and immunomodulatory effects of the novel probiotic Bacillus subtilis DE111. Int J Mol Sci 2021;22(5):2453. PubMed
  8. Lefevre M, Racedo SM, Denayrolles M, et al. Safety assessment of Bacillus subtilis CU1 for use as a probiotic in humans. Regul Toxicol Pharmacol 2017;83:54-65. PubMed
  9. Hanifi A, Culpepper T, Mai V, et al. Evaluation of Bacillus subtilis R0179 on gastrointestinal viability and general wellness: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in healthy adults. Benef Microbes 2015;6(1):19-27. PubMed
  10. Tokano M, Tarumoto N, Imai K, et al. A case of bacterial meningitis caused by Bacillus subtilis var. natto. Intern Med. 2022. Epub ahead of print.

See these in context on the Bacillus Subtilis monograph →

Bacillus Coagulans 20 references
  1. Saxelin M, Chuang NH, Chassy B, et al. Lactobacilli and bacteremia in southern Finland 1989-1992. Clin Infect Dis 1996;22:564-6. PubMed
  2. Tynkkynen S, Singh KV, Varmanen P. Vancomycin resistance factor of Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG in relation to enterococcal vancomycin resistance (van) genes. Int J Food Microbiol 1998;41:195-204. PubMed
  3. Klein G, Zill E, Schindler R, et al. Peritonitis associated with vancomycin-resistant Lactobacillus rhamnosus in a continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis patient; organism identification, antibiotic therapy, and case report. J Clin Microbiol 1998;36:
  4. Kalima P, Masterton RG, Roddie PH, et al. Lactobacillus rhamnosus infection in a child following bone marrow transplant. J Infect 1996;32:165-7. PubMed
  5. Goldin BR. Health Benefits of probiotics. Br J Nutr 1998;80:S203-7. DOI
  6. Rautio M, Jousimies-Somer H, Kauma H, et al. Liver abscess due to Lactobacillus rhamnosus strain indistinguishable from L. rhamnosus strain GG. Clin Infect Dis 1999;28:1159-60.
  7. MacGregor G, Smith AJ, Thakker B, Kinsella J. Yoghurt biotherapy: contraindicated in immunosuppressed patients? Postgrad Med J 2002;78:366-7. PubMed
  8. Land MH, Rouster-Stevens K, Woods CR, et al. Lactobacillus sepsis associated with probiotic therapy. Pediatrics 2005;115:178-81.
  9. De Groote MA, Frank DN, Dowell E, et al. Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG bacteremia associated with probiotic use in a child with short gut syndrome. Pediatr Infect Dis J 2005;24:278-80. PubMed
  10. Vahabnezhad E, Mochon AB, Wozniak LJ, Ziring DA. Lactobacillus bacteremia associated with probiotic use in a pediatric patient with ulcerative colitis. J Clin Gastroenterol. 2013;47(5):437-9. PubMed
  11. 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.
  12. Sendil S, Shrimanker I, Mansoora Q, Goldman J, Nookala VK. Lactobacillus rhamnosus bacteremia in an immunocompromised renal transplant patient. Cureus. 2020;12(2):e6887. PubMed
  13. Albarillo FS, Shah U, Joyce C, Slade D. Lactobacillus rhamnosus Infection: A single-center 4-year descriptive analysis. J Glob Infect Dis. 2020;12(3):119-123. PubMed
  14. Pasala S, Singer L, Arshad T, Roach K. Lactobacillus endocarditis in a healthy patient with probiotic use. IDCases. 2020;22:e00915. PubMed
  15. Agrawal S, Tuchman ES, Bruce MJ, Theodorou ME. Fatal Lactobacillus endocarditis in a patient with transcatheter aortic valve replacement. BMJ Case Rep. 2020;13(11):e236835.
  16. Antoun M, Hattab Y, Akhrass FA, Hamilton LD. Uncommon pathogen, Lactobacillus, causing infective endocarditis: Case report and review. Case Rep Infect Dis. 2020;2020:8833948. PubMed
  17. 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
  18. Franko B, Vaillant M, Recule C, Vautrin E, et al. Lactobacillus paracasei endocarditis in a consumer of probiotics. Med Mal Infect. 2013;43(4):171-3. PubMed
  19. Campbell RE, Miller A, Afroze A. Native valve endocarditis secondary to Lactobacillus paracasei bacteremia. Consultant. 2020;60(9):27-8. DOI
  20. Kato K, Funabashi N, Takaoka H, et al. Lactobacillus paracasei endocarditis in a consumer of probiotics with advanced and severe bicuspid aortic valve stenosis complicated with diffuse left ventricular mid-layer fibrosis. Int J Cardiol. 2016;224:157-161. PubMed

See these in context on the Bacillus Coagulans monograph →

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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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