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Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by SNAP

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

Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU is a dietary supplement by SNAP with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (ibs), diarrhea.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 coagulans. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU by SNAP

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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 1 active ingredient.

This product contains one active ingredient: Bacillus coagulans, a live probiotic organism that colonizes the gut. It's formulated as a gummy to make it easier to take than capsules or powders.

The gummies also contain inactive ingredients — maltitol and isomalt as sweeteners, citrus pectin for texture, citric acid and sodium citrate for flavor, natural strawberry and orange flavors, and black carrot extract and beta-carotene for color.

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 Bacillus Coagulans's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Bacillus Coagulans 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 ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Constipation — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Bacillus coagulans is possibly effective for constipation and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). For other uses — antibiotic-associated diarrhea, athletic performance, cancer, and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease — the evidence we have isn't solid enough to say one way or the other.

If you're considering this for constipation or IBS, it may help, but talk with your doctor about whether it's the right choice for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient 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 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.

Bacillus coagulans is generally well tolerated in healthy adults, though quality and evidence across different probiotic products vary. The main concern is that live organisms in any probiotic preparation might cause serious infection — bacteremia (bacteria in the bloodstream) or sepsis — if you have a central venous catheter, are severely ill, are immunocompromised, or are a preterm infant.

For healthy people with working immune systems, this risk appears very low. There isn't enough reliable safety data on this product to say definitively how it affects pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it during pregnancy or while nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient 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?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Bacillus Coagulans.
  • 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 your antibiotics before taking this product. Antibiotics (like amoxicillin, azithromycin, fluoroquinolones, and others) can reduce how well the probiotic works if taken at the same time.

Separate your doses by several hours — ask your doctor or pharmacist for the best timing for your specific antibiotic.

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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.

If you have constipation or IBS, this probiotic may be worth trying. The key is avoiding antibiotics at the same time — timing them several hours apart will protect both medications.

If you're immunocompromised, have a central line catheter, or are severely ill, check with your doctor first. For pregnancy or breastfeeding, discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 14, 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 Gummies 5 Billion CFU, straight from the product label.

Brand SNAP
Barcode (UPC) 638745300057
Net contents 60 Gummie(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 14, 2023
DSLD ID 296732
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Gummy Or Jelly
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU by SNAP, 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:
2 Gummy(ies)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Gummy(ies)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
638745300057
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Total Carbohydrates4 Gram(s)1%
Bacillus coagulans0 NP--
Sugar Alcohols3 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Maltitol, Isomalt, Water, Citrus Pectin, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, natural Strawberry flavor, natural Orange flavor, Black Carrot Extract, Beta-Carotene

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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.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendations: As a dietary supplement, take 1 serving (2 gummies) daily or as directed by your healthcare professional. Do not exceed more than 8 gummies within a 24-hour period.

Precautions

Storage Disclaimer: Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Warning: Consult a physician if pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Storage Disclaimer: Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing. Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat/moisture.

Formulation

Manufactured in a FDA registered facility Manufactured in a GMP registered facility Manufactured in USA

Sugar Free

Gut health + digestion

Vegan

Gluten Free NON GMO

Seals/Symbols

Manufactured in USA

Formula

Strawberry + orange

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU by SNAP label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU by SNAP

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Gummy(ies) Dosage formGummy Or Jelly Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Bacillus coagulans

Interacts with
182 drugs
0 NP per serving

Bacillus coagulans is a spore-forming probiotic that survives stomach acid well and may help with some digestive problems such as IBS, constipation, a...

Bacillus coagulans monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltitol, Isomalt, Water, Citrus Pectin, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Natural Strawberry flavor, Natural Orange flavor, Black Carrot Extract, Beta-Carotene. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU by SNAP 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 Gummies 5 Billion CFU 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.

Bacillus coagulans1 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 Gummies 5 Billion CFU, from the product label.

SNAP

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Name
SNAP Supplements
Street Address
11012 NE 39th St., Suite C5
City
Vancouver
State
WA
ZipCode
98682
Phone Number
1-888-491-5043
Web Address
snapsupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU by SNAP: Common Questions

Does Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU by SNAP interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU 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 Gummies 5 Billion CFU contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism 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.
Will this probiotic help my constipation?
Bacillus coagulans is possibly effective for constipation, so it may help. Results vary from person to person. If you don't see improvement after a few weeks, talk to your doctor about other options.
Can I take this at the same time as my antibiotic?
No — taking an antibiotic and this probiotic together can reduce how well the probiotic works because the antibiotic kills the live organisms in the gummies. Separate your doses by several hours (ideally 2–3 hours). Your doctor or pharmacist can help you pick the best timing.
Is it safe if I have a weakened immune system?
If you're immunocompromised, severely ill, have a central venous catheter, or are a preterm infant, there's a higher theoretical risk of serious infection from live probiotic organisms. Check with your doctor before using this product.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough data on this product during breastfeeding to say either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before starting it.
What are the inactive ingredients in these gummies?
The gummies contain maltitol and isomalt (sweeteners), citrus pectin, citric acid, sodium citrate, natural strawberry and orange flavors, black carrot extract, and beta-carotene for color and texture.

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The Full Monographs Behind Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Probiotic Gummies 5 Billion CFU'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 20 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 Coagulans 20 references
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  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
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  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
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  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

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