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Six Strain Probiotic Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Custom Probiotics

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

Six Strain Probiotic Powder is a dietary supplement by Custom Probiotics 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 L. acidophilus, B. bifidum. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Six Strain Probiotic Powder by Custom Probiotics

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.

This powder contains six active probiotic strains: L. acidophilus, L. rhamnosus, B. bifidum, B. lactis, L. salivarius, and L. plantarum. Each strain is a live, beneficial bacterium meant to support your gut flora.

The product has no listed inactive ingredients, so you're getting the probiotics themselves without added fillers or binders.

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: Bifidobacterium Bifidum is rated "Possibly Effective" for Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

The data we hold shows L. acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. B. bifidum is possibly effective for IBS and respiratory tract infections.

For several other conditions—like hay fever, Alzheimer disease, and anxiety—the evidence is too limited to rate. The effectiveness of the other four strains in this blend isn't established in the data we hold.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus Bifidobacterium Bifidum

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 L. acidophilus and B. bifidum are generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. Gastrointestinal side effects from probiotic combinations—such as bloating, flatulence, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea—are uncommon but can happen.

Very rare cases of infection from Lactobacillus or Bifidobacterium have been reported, mostly in critically ill or immunocompromised patients. If you have a weakened immune system, consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

For pregnancy, both L. acidophilus and B. bifidum carry a Possibly Safe rating; we don't hold pregnancy or lactation data for the other four strains.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus Bifidobacterium Bifidum

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 — Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Bifidobacterium Bifidum.
  • 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.

Antibiotic drugs are the main concern—both L. acidophilus and B. bifidum may lose potency if dosed at the same time. If you're on antibiotics, ask your doctor or pharmacist how many hours to space them apart from this probiotic powder.

We couldn't verify interaction data for the other four strains, so checking your full medication list before starting is important.

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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 blend may help with IBS, certain infections, and antibiotic-associated diarrhea if you space doses correctly. If you're taking antibiotics, separate them from this powder by several hours—talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the best timing for your situation.

People with weakened immune systems should check with their healthcare provider first. Run your medications through the interaction checker on this page before you start.

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 Sep 21, 2018.

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 Six Strain Probiotic Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand Custom Probiotics
Net contents 0 Not Present
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 21, 2018
DSLD ID 181336
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Children (All), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Six Strain Probiotic Powder by Custom Probiotics, 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:
0.1 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1.6 Gram(s)
IngredientAmount% DV
L. acidophilus0 NP--
L. rhamnosus0 NP--
B. bifidum0 NP--
B. lactis0 NP--
L. salivarius0 NP--
L. plantarum0 NP--

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions of use: Dissolve 1-2 scoops (enclosed) of the dairy-free probiotic powder in one glass of purified water and drink it. Do this first thing in the morning and/or at bedtime.

Please read enclosed dosage suggestion or visit www.customprobiotics.com

Storage

Bottles should be kept tightly closed and stored in the refrigerator to retain maximum potency.

Formulation

Does not contain: Artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, sugar, gluten, soy, wheat or FOS.

Dairy free

General Statements

Ultra potency

260 billion cfu's per gram

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Six Strain Probiotic Powder by Custom Probiotics label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Six Strain Probiotic Powder by Custom Probiotics

These are the 6 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size0.1 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder 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.

L. acidophilus

Interacts with
182 drugs
0 NP per serving

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a 'friendly' bacterium used as a probiotic to support gut and vaginal health. It is generally well tolerated in healthy p...

L. acidophilus monograph & interactions

L. rhamnosus

0 NP per serving

B. bifidum

Interacts with
182 drugs
0 NP per serving

Bifidobacterium bifidum is a 'friendly' bacteria (probiotic) that naturally lives in the human gut and is taken to support digestion and gut balance....

B. bifidum monograph & interactions

B. lactis

0 NP per serving

L. salivarius

0 NP per serving

L. plantarum

0 NP per serving
Interaction report

Six Strain Probiotic Powder by Custom Probiotics 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 Six Strain Probiotic Powder 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.

L. 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

B. bifidum1 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

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

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Six Strain Probiotic Powder, from the product label.

Custom Probiotics

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Name
Custom Probiotics, Inc.
City
Glendale
State
California
ZipCode
91214
Phone Number
(800) 219-8405
Web Address
www.customprobiotics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Six Strain Probiotic Powder by Custom Probiotics: Common Questions

Does Six Strain Probiotic Powder by Custom Probiotics interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Six Strain Probiotic Powder 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?
Six Strain Probiotic Powder 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 while I'm on antibiotics?
You can, but timing matters. Antibiotics can kill the live bacteria in this powder, which defeats the purpose. Separate your antibiotic dose from this probiotic by several hours—ask your doctor or pharmacist for the right schedule for your specific antibiotic.
What does each strain do?
L. acidophilus and B. bifidum are the ones we have the most evidence for; they're possibly effective for IBS, certain infections, and diarrhea. The other four strains—L. rhamnosus, B. lactis, L. salivarius, and L. plantarum—are included in the blend, but we don't hold effectiveness data for them in our system.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant?
L. acidophilus and B. bifidum both carry a Possibly Safe rating for pregnancy. We don't have pregnancy safety data on file for the other four strains. Talk to your doctor before starting, especially during pregnancy.
Could this cause bloating or gas?
Bloating and flatulence are uncommon with probiotic powders, but they can happen—along with abdominal discomfort or diarrhea. Usually these settle as your gut adjusts. If they persist or worsen, mention it to your doctor or pharmacist.
Does it have fillers or binders?
No inactive ingredients are listed for this powder, so you're getting the six probiotic strains alone with no added fillers or binders.

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Sources & How We Checked

Six Strain Probiotic Powder'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 22 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 →

Bifidobacterium Bifidum 7 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. Xiao JZ, Takahashi S, Odamaki T, et al. Antibiotic susceptibility of bifidobacterial strains distributed in the Japanese market. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 2010;74(2):336-42. PubMed
  3. Rerksuppaphol S, Rerksuppaphol L. Randomized controlled trial of probiotics to reduce common cold in schoolchildren. Pediatr Int. 2012;54(5):682-7. PubMed
  4. 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
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Esaiassen E, Hjerde E, Cavanagh JP, Simonsen GS, Klingenberg C; Norwegian Study Group on Invasive Bifidobacterial Infections. Bifidobacterium bacteremia: Clinical characteristics and a genomic approach to assess pathogenicity. J Clin Microbiol. 2017;55(7) PubMed

See these in context on the Bifidobacterium Bifidum monograph →

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