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Probiotics 40 Billion Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Vimerson Health

Probiotics 40 Billion label
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Capsule Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Probiotics 40 Billion against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

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The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Probiotics 40 Billion is a dietary supplement by Vimerson Health with 6 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.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Probiotics 40 Billion by Vimerson 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 6 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Blend of Probiotic Bacteria” is a proprietary blend — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

Probiotics 40 Billion contains 6 active ingredients: Lactobacillus acidophilus (La-14), Bifidobacterium lactis (Bl-04), Lactobacillus paracasei (Lpc-37), Lactobacillus plantarum (Lp-115), Fructooligosaccharide, and a proprietary blend of probiotic bacteria. These are live microorganisms and a prebiotic (a food source for the beneficial bacteria) meant to support your gut health.

The product also contains inactive ingredients—hypromellose, rice maltodextrin, and L-leucine—which are binders and fillers in the capsule.

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: Digestive health and gut balance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Bacterial vaginosis, Clostridioides difficile infection, Colic, Constipation, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — 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 Bacterial vaginosis, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
  • Also on file: Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Constipation.

The evidence for Lactobacillus acidophilus shows it 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 and insufficient evidence exists to rate it for acute respiratory distress syndrome.

For Fructooligosaccharide, the evidence is insufficient to rate its usefulness for osteoporosis, constipation, diabetes, travelers' diarrhea, or high cholesterol. We hold no effectiveness data in our system for the other probiotic strains in this product.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos)

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.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. Taking it with other probiotics may cause mild gastrointestinal side effects like stomach discomfort, bloating, flatulence, or diarrhea, though these are uncommon.

In rare cases, the live organisms can translocate (move from the gut to the bloodstream), potentially causing serious infection in vulnerable people. Fructooligosaccharide is well tolerated at food levels but can cause gas, bloating, and abdominal pain at higher doses; these tend to be mild under 10 grams daily.

Safety data for supplement-level doses of FOS are limited. Since data are limited for both ingredients, talk with your doctor before use.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos)

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 2 matched ingredients 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 any antibiotic medications you take before starting this product—taking them at the same time may reduce how well the probiotic works. Your doctor or pharmacist can advise you on spacing them out.

No other medication interactions are documented for the ingredients we hold data on, but that doesn't mean none exist.

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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 probiotic may help with IBS, antibiotic-related diarrhea, and a few other digestive concerns, though the evidence is moderate. If you're taking antibiotics, you'll want to discuss timing with your doctor or pharmacist—spacing them out may help.

People with weakened immune systems should check with their healthcare provider first, since the live organisms carry a small risk of infection. Start with your own doctor or pharmacist to confirm it's right for your situation.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 6 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 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 Probiotics 40 Billion, straight from the product label.

Brand Vimerson Health
Barcode (UPC) X0019I2LAZ
Net contents 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 24, 2023
DSLD ID 285499
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Probiotics 40 Billion by Vimerson 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
X0019I2LAZ
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactobacillus acidophilus (La-14)0 NP--
Bifidobacterium lactis (Bl-04)0 NP--
Lactobacillus paracasei Lpc-370 NP--
Fructooligosaccharide0 NP--
Lactobacillus plantarum (Lp-115)0 NP--
Marine Polysaccharide Complex0 NP--
Proprietary Blend of Probiotic Bacteria0 NP--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Rice Maltodextrin, L-Leucine

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules daily (one capsule during the day and one capsule in the evening), or as directed by your healthcare professional. For those with a more sensitive constitution, taking one capsule per day is recommended. Do not exceed two capsules per day. This product is formulated with 40 billion CFU per 2 caps and to deliver the maximum potency of 20 billion CFU per 2 caps by the best by date. For best results, Vimerson Health products should be used alongside a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are taking any medications, or have an existing medical condition. You should also consult your healthcare practitioner if you are under 18 years old, pregnant or breastfeeding.

You should also consult your healthcare practitioner if you are under 18 years old, pregnant or breastfeeding.

Discontinue use and contact your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions. Remember that you should not take dietary supplements as a substitute to a varied balanced diet or healthy lifestyle.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety wrap is damaged or missing.

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.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Formulation

GMO free Gluten free Dairy free Soy free

Aids in Digestive Health Promotes Positive Probiotic Balance Supports Healthy Immune System Supports Proper Intestinal Mobility

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

30 Day Supply

This product is formulated with 40 billion CFU per 2 caps and to deliver the maximum potency of 20 billion CFU per 2 caps by the best by date.

Seals/Symbols

GMP Certified Good Manufacturing Practice Made in the USA with global ingredients

General Statements

Guarantee 100% Happiness We care about your health and your trust is important to us, that's why we offer 100% money-back guarantee. If you are not entirely satisfied, simply email us for a full refund and replacement (no product return required). [email protected]

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Probiotics 40 Billion by Vimerson Health label

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Probiotics 40 Billion label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Probiotics 40 Billion by Vimerson Health

These are the 6 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 Blend of Probiotic Bacteria

0 NP per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Rice Maltodextrin, L-Leucine. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Probiotics 40 Billion by Vimerson Health Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Probiotics 40 Billion interact with 182 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 6 ingredients in Probiotics 40 Billion interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Lactobacillus acidophilus (La-14)

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Probiotics 40 Billion 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-14)1 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
Lactobacillus acidophilus (La-14) full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Probiotics 40 Billion, from the product label.

Vimerson Health

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Name
Vimerson Health
Street Address
205 N Michigan Ave #810
City
Chicago
State
IL
ZipCode
60601
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Probiotics 40 Billion by Vimerson Health: Common Questions

Does Probiotics 40 Billion by Vimerson Health interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Probiotics 40 Billion 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?
Probiotics 40 Billion contains 6 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 an antibiotic?
Not at the same time. Antibiotics can kill the live organisms in the probiotic, making it less effective. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist—they'll likely recommend spacing them several hours apart.
Will this give me digestive side effects?
Some people experience mild bloating, gas, or stomach discomfort when taking probiotics mixed with other probiotics, but these are uncommon. FOS (a prebiotic in here) may also cause gas or bloating at higher doses, though symptoms tend to be mild.
Does this actually work for IBS or diarrhea?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis based on available evidence. The other strains and ingredients don't have enough evidence to rate their effectiveness yet.
Is this safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is rated possibly safe in pregnancy. We don't have safety data on file for the other probiotic strains during pregnancy or lactation. Talk with your doctor before using this product if you're pregnant or nursing.
What is fructooligosaccharide and why is it in here?
Fructooligosaccharide (FOS) is a prebiotic—a carbohydrate that feeds beneficial bacteria in your gut. It's included to help the live probiotic organisms thrive.

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The Full Monographs Behind Probiotics 40 Billion’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Lactobacillus Acidophilus

Interacts with 182 drugs

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a 'friendly' bacterium used as a probiotic to support gut and vaginal health. It is generally well tolerated in healthy people, and there is reasonable evidence...

Read the full Lactobacillus Acidophilus monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos)

Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) are a type of soluble fiber that acts as a prebiotic, meaning they feed the helpful bacteria in your gut. They are generally considered safe for most people in...

Read the full Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Probiotics 40 Billion'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 21 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 →

Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) 6 references
  1. Briet F, et al. Symptomatic response to varying levels of fructo-oligosaccharides consumed occasionally or regularly. Eur J Clin Nutr 1995;49:501-7.
  2. Bouhnik Y, Vahedi K, Achour L, et al. Short-chain fructo-oligosaccharide administration dose-dependently increases fecal bifidobacteria in healthy humans. J Nutr 1999;129:113-6. PubMed
  3. Cummings JH, Macfarlane GT, Englyst HN. Prebiotic digestion and fermentation. Am J Clin Nutr 2001;73:415S-420S. PubMed
  4. Souza DDS, Tahan S, Weber TK, Araujo-Filho HB, de Morais MB. Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel clinical trial assessing the effect of fructooligosaccharides in infants with constipation. Nutrients. 2018;10(11). pii: E1602. PubMed
  5. Andermann TM, Fouladi F, Tamburini FB, et al. A Fructo-Oligosaccharide Prebiotic Is Well Tolerated in Adults Undergoing Allogeneic Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Phase I Dose-Escalation Trial. Transplant Cell Ther 2021;27(11):932. PubMed
  6. Dou Y, Yu X, Luo Y, Chen B, Ma D, Zhu J. Effect of Fructooligosaccharides Supplementation on the Gut Microbiota in Human: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Nutrients 2022;14(16):3298. PubMed

See these in context on the Fructo-oligosaccharides (fos) monograph →

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