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Dietary supplement

Sml Capsules Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Loomis Enzymes

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

Sml Capsules is a dietary supplement by Loomis Enzymes 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 Probiotic Blend. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Sml Capsules by Loomis Enzymes

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 11 active ingredients.
  • “Probiotic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (120 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.
  • “Proprietary Enzyme Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (953 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Sml Capsules contains 11 active ingredients: a mix of digestive enzymes (Amylase, Cellulase, Glucoamylase, Hemicellulase, Alpha-Galactosidase, and Phytase) and live-culture probiotics (Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus paracasei, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus casei, and Bifidobacterium animalis lactis). The enzymes are meant to help break down carbohydrates, fiber, and other food components; the probiotics are meant to support gut health and digestion.

The capsule also contains inactive ingredients — cellulose, water, and fructooligosaccharides — which are fillers and binders that help hold the formula together.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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 assessable

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: pH balancing system.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

Lactobacillus acidophilus, one of the probiotics in this product, is rated Possibly Effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. The same ingredient is rated Possibly Ineffective for atopic disease (eczema and related conditions), and the evidence is Insufficient to Rate it for acute respiratory distress syndrome.

We have no effectiveness data on file for the other ingredients in this product — the other probiotics, the digestive enzymes, or the enzyme blends. That doesn't mean they don't work; it means the evidence we hold doesn't establish their effectiveness for any condition.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus

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.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. Gastrointestinal side effects — such as stomach discomfort, abdominal pain, indigestion, gas, bloating, diarrhea, vomiting, and burping — can happen when you take it with other probiotics, though these are uncommon.

Rarely, the live organisms can translocate (spread) to other parts of the body and cause serious infection, but this happens mainly in people with underlying health problems or weak immune systems. We have no pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data on file for any ingredient in this product.

If you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to breastfeed, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus

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 — 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.

If you take antibiotic drugs, check with your pharmacist about the timing — take your antibiotic a few hours apart from this product so the antibiotic doesn't kill the live probiotics and reduce the supplement's effect. We could not check the other eight ingredients for medication interactions because we hold no data for them.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a digestive enzyme and probiotic blend. If you have IBS, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, or certain infections, the Lactobacillus acidophilus in it is possibly effective.

If you're on antibiotics, space them out from this product so the medication doesn't kill the beneficial bacteria. Talk to your pharmacist before starting, especially if you have a weakened immune system or you're pregnant or nursing.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 11 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 22, 2024.

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 Sml Capsules, straight from the product label.

Brand Loomis Enzymes
Barcode (UPC) 697706013702
Net contents 180 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 22, 2024
DSLD ID 306305
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Sml Capsules by Loomis Enzymes, 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:
4 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
4 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
45
UPC/BARCODE
697706013702
IngredientAmount% DV
Amylase0 NP--
Cellulase0 NP--
Lactobacillus acidophilus0 NP--
Lactobacillus plantarum0 NP--
Lactobacillus paracasei0 NP--
Glucoamylase0 NP--
Lactobacillus rhamnosus0 NP--
Hemicellulase0 NP--
Bifidobacterium animalis lactis0 NP--
Probiotic Blend120 mg--
Alpha-Galactosidase0 NP--
Proprietary Enzyme Blend953 mg--
Lactobacillus casei0 NP--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Water, Phytase, Fructooligosaccharides

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formulation

pHBS pH Balancing System

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.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children

Note: Consult your physician before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Do not use if inner or outer seal is broken, torn, or missing.

Storage

To ensure freshness and potency, keep bottle tightly closed and store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: Take 4 capsules, 2 times daily between meals or as directed.

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Sml Capsules by Loomis Enzymes label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Sml Capsules by Loomis Enzymes

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

Serving size4 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container45 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.

Probiotic Blend

Interacts with
182 drugs
120 mg 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...

Probiotic Blend monograph & interactions
  • Lactobacillus acidophilus
  • › Lactobacillus plantarum
  • › Lactobacillus paracasei
  • › Lactobacillus rhamnosus
  • › Bifidobacterium animalis lactis
  • › Lactobacillus casei

Proprietary Enzyme Blend

953 mg per serving
  • › Amylase
  • › Cellulase
  • › Glucoamylase
  • › Hemicellulase
  • › Alpha-Galactosidase

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

Interaction report

Sml Capsules by Loomis Enzymes 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 Sml Capsules 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.

Probiotic Blend1 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Sml Capsules, from the product label.

Loomis Enzymes

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Name
Loomis Enzymes, LLC
City
Fitchburg
State
Wisconsin
ZipCode
53719
Phone Number
1-800-614-4400
Web Address
www.loomisenzymes.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Sml Capsules by Loomis Enzymes: Common Questions

Does Sml Capsules by Loomis Enzymes interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Sml Capsules 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?
Sml Capsules 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.
Will this product interact with my antibiotic?
Yes — Lactobacillus acidophilus in this product can be killed by antibiotics, which may reduce how well the probiotic works. The fix is simple: take your antibiotic and this supplement a few hours apart. Your pharmacist can help you set up a timing schedule.
What does Lactobacillus acidophilus actually do?
It's a live beneficial bacteria meant to support gut health. In clinical evidence, it's rated Possibly Effective for IBS, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, bacterial vaginosis, and H. pylori infection.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data on file for any ingredient in this product. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist — they can give you personalized advice based on your situation.
What are the digestive enzymes in this for?
They're meant to help break down different parts of food — carbohydrates, fiber, and other components — to aid digestion. We don't have effectiveness data on file for them, so their benefit isn't established in the data we hold.
What side effects might I notice?
When taken with other probiotics, you might get stomach discomfort, gas, bloating, or diarrhea — but these are uncommon. In rare cases, the live bacteria can spread to other parts of the body and cause serious infection, mainly in people with weak immune systems.

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Sources & How We Checked

Sml Capsules'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 15 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 →

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