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Dietary supplement

Probiotic GX Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Bounty

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Probiotic GX is a dietary supplement by Nature's Bounty with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestion and bloating, muscle soreness and exercise recovery, inflammation and swelling.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 Probiotic GX by Nature's Bounty

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 1 of its 4 active ingredients.
  • “Enzyme Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (350 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Probiotic GX contains four active ingredients: amylase, protease, lipase, and Lactobacillus plantarum Lp299v. The first three are digestive enzymes that help break down different types of food—amylase works on starches, protease on proteins, and lipase on fats.

Lactobacillus plantarum Lp299v is a probiotic bacterial strain meant to support gut health. The capsule also contains inactive ingredients including vegetable cellulose, gelatin, and maltodextrin.

Does it work?

Not established
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
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.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Gas and bloating formula.
  • We looked for evidence on: Dyspepsia, Bloating, Flatulence, Indigestion.
  • The closest evidence on file: Lipase is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Dyspepsia (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for lipase and protease in supporting digestion or bowel health is insufficient to establish their effectiveness—we don't have reliable data showing they work for their intended purposes. We hold no effectiveness data for amylase or Lactobacillus plantarum Lp299v in our files.

If you're considering this product for a specific digestive concern, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the evidence supports it for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) Lipase

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.

Protease and lipase are generally well tolerated in adults, but both can occasionally cause digestive upset. Protease, in rare cases, has been linked to allergic reactions—occupational exposure to airborne protease enzymes has rarely triggered allergic rhinitis or asthma.

Lipase has not been thoroughly studied for safety, and in premature infants receiving a recombinant form added to formula or breast milk, gastrointestinal side effects and a slightly higher rate of necrotizing enterocolitis (a serious bowel condition) were reported—though this product is not intended for infants. For pregnancy, the safety data on protease advises against use unless prescribed.

Lipase has little safety data in pregnancy and should be used only if your doctor recommends it. During breastfeeding, protease is not recommended without medical guidance, and lipase safety has not been well studied.

We hold no pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data for amylase or the probiotic strain. If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) Lipase

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 2 matched ingredients has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. However, we cannot verify amylase or Lactobacillus plantarum Lp299v for drug interactions, so check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take any prescription medications.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Probiotic GX may appeal to someone looking for enzyme and probiotic support for digestion, though the evidence for whether it works is not yet established in our data. If you have a serious digestive condition or are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first—some ingredients have limited safety data in those situations.

No interactions are documented for the ingredients we checked, but run your exact medications through our tool to be sure.

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 Feb 25, 2021.

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 GX, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Bounty
Barcode (UPC) 074312552717
Net contents 25 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 25, 2021
DSLD ID 242572
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Probiotic GX by Nature's Bounty, 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)
UPC/BARCODE
074312552717
IngredientAmount% DV
Amylase0 NP--
Protease0 NP--
Lipase0 NP--
Enzyme Blend350 mg--
Lactobacillus plantarum Lp299v30 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose, Gelatin, Maltodextrin, Contains less than 2% of

Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.

Label statements
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General Statements

Nearly 50 years of trusted quality At Nature’s Bounty, we are committed to your health. For nearly 50 years we have been making trusted products, backed by science, and made with only the purest ingredients...guaranteed. So you can get the most out of life every day.

Nutrition Questions or Comments? Call 1-800-433-2990 Mon. - Sat. 9 AM - 7 PM ET Sign Up for News and Offers at NaturesBounty.com

Patent pending strain studied by gastroenterologists

Formulation

Guaranteed Quality Laboratory Tested

Non-GMO, no artificial color, no artificial flavor, no artificial sweetener, no sugar, no starch, no milk, no lactose, no yeast, no fish. Sodium free.

Made In The USA with select ingredients from around the world

Gas and bloating formula

Advanced support for gas & bloating to help with abdominal discomfort. Digestive health

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2020 Nature’s Bounty, Inc.

Lp299v and Probi Digestis are registered trademarks of Probi

Formula

20 Billion live cultures

20 billion active cultures per serving

Patent Pending Lp299v Strain

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adults, take one (1) capsule daily, with or without a meal.

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 reach of children.

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

Contains wheat and soy ingredients.

Storage

Guaranteed quality and CFU through expiration when continuously stored in the original packaging as directed. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

See for yourself

Probiotic GX by Nature's Bounty label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Probiotic GX by Nature's Bounty

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

Serving size1 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.

Enzyme Blend

350 mg per serving

Lactobacillus plantarum Lp299v

30 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose, Gelatin, Maltodextrin, Contains less than 2% of. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Probiotic GX by Nature's Bounty Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Probiotic GX. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

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

Nature's Bounty

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Name
Nature's Bounty, Inc.
City
Bohemia
State
NY
ZipCode
11716
Phone Number
1-800-433-2990
Web Address
www.NaturesBounty.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Probiotic GX by Nature's Bounty: Common Questions

Does Probiotic GX by Nature's Bounty interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Probiotic GX. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Probiotic GX 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.
What does each enzyme in this product do?
Amylase breaks down starch, protease breaks down protein, and lipase breaks down fat. Together they're meant to support your digestive system. We hold no data on how well amylase works, but protease and lipase both have insufficient evidence to confirm their effectiveness.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Safety data for protease advises against use in pregnancy unless your doctor prescribes it. Lipase has little safety data in pregnancy and should be used only if your doctor recommends it. We hold no pregnancy safety data for amylase or the probiotic strain. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product while pregnant.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Protease is not recommended during breastfeeding without medical guidance. Lipase safety has not been well studied while breastfeeding, so check with your healthcare provider first. We have no breastfeeding safety data for amylase or the probiotic strain. Your doctor or pharmacist can give you personalized advice.
What side effects might I have?
Most adults tolerate both protease and lipase well, but digestive upset can happen. Rarely, protease exposure has been linked to allergic reactions like allergic rhinitis or asthma. Lipase has not been thoroughly studied for side effects.
What is Lactobacillus plantarum Lp299v?
It's a live bacterial strain added to support gut health as a probiotic. We hold no effectiveness or interaction data for this specific strain in our files.

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Sources & How We Checked

Probiotic GX'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 4 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.

Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) 3 references
  1. Weeks JA, Harper RA, Simon RA, Burdick JD. Assessment of sensitization risk of a laundry pre-spotter containing protease. Cutan Ocul Toxicol. 2011;30(4):272-9. PubMed
  2. Marquès LI, Lara S, Abós T, Bartolomé B. Occupational rhinitis due to pepsin. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2006;16(2):136-7. DOI
  3. Cartier A, Malo JL, Pineau L, Dolovich J. Occupational asthma due to pepsin. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 1984;73(5 Pt 1):574-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) monograph →

Lipase 1 reference
  1. Casper C, Hascoet JM, Ertl T, et al. Recombinant bile salt-stimulated lipase in preterm infant feeding: A randomized phase 3 study. PLoS One. 2016;11(5):e0156071. PubMed

See these in context on the Lipase 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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