Spore Probiotic Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Spore Probiotic 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.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Spore Probiotic is a dietary supplement by youtheory with 6 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive health and bloating, diarrhea support, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 389 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are organic Amla, Bacillus subtilis (MTCC 5981), Bacillus coagulans (MTCC 5856). Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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What’s inside
Low disclosure
Spore Probiotic contains 6 active ingredients: three Ayurvedic botanical extracts (organic Bibhitaki, Haritaki, and Amla), three live probiotic bacteria (Bacillus clausii, B. subtilis, and B. coagulans), and a proprietary probiotic blend. The Triphala components (Bibhitaki, Haritaki, and Amla) are traditional herbs meant to support digestion, while the Bacillus strains are spore-forming probiotics — they're hardy and designed to reach your gut alive.
The capsule itself is made from vegetable cellulose, with microcrystalline cellulose and vegetable magnesium stearate as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Indian Gooseberry is possibly effective for heartburn/acid reflux (GERD) and possibly effective for high cholesterol (dyslipidemia), though evidence for high cholesterol is insufficient. Bacillus coagulans is possibly effective for constipation and for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Bacillus subtilis is possibly effective for antibiotic-associated diarrhea. We don't have established evidence for the other claimed uses in the data we hold — athletic performance, cirrhosis, eczema, and diabetes are rated insufficient evidence.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Indian Gooseberry is generally well tolerated as a food, but supplement safety is less well studied; the safety data advises avoiding supplement doses. A small number of trial participants reported stomach discomfort or dyspepsia, and one reported fatigue; three reported musculoskeletal pain.
The Bacillus strains are generally well tolerated in healthy adults, though product quality varies by strain. Bacillus subtilis and B. coagulans carry theoretical risk of serious infection in people with weakened immune systems, central lines, or severe illness — rare cases of bacteremia and meningitis have been reported with certain Bacillus strains, mostly in patients with multiple health conditions.
There isn't enough safety data to recommend either Indian Gooseberry or these probiotics during pregnancy or breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether they're right for you.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Check before starting if you take antibiotics — space them apart from this probiotic, since antibiotics can kill the live organisms. If you're on blood thinners (anticoagulants), aspirin, the blood thinner clopidogrel (Plavix), or diabetes medications, confirm with your doctor or pharmacist first, because Indian Gooseberry in this product may increase bleeding risk or lower blood sugar.
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 is a multi-ingredient probiotic with traditional herbs and spore-forming bacteria, possibly helpful for constipation, IBS, or antibiotic-related diarrhea. If you take blood thinners, aspirin, clopidogrel, diabetes medications, or antibiotics, check with your doctor or pharmacist first — the ingredients here can affect how those work or vice versa.
Healthy people usually tolerate it well, but those with weakened immunity should be cautious. Have a conversation with your own healthcare provider about whether it fits your situation.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 6 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 23, 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
General information
Key facts about Spore Probiotic, straight from the product label.
| Brand | youtheory |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 850502007225 |
| Net contents | 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 23, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 253068 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Spore Probiotic by youtheory, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| organic Bibhitaki | 0 NP | -- |
| organic Haritaki | 0 NP | -- |
| organic Amla | 0 NP | -- |
| Bacillus clausii (MTCC 5980) | 0 NP | -- |
| Bacillus subtilis (MTCC 5981) | 0 NP | -- |
| Bacillus coagulans (MTCC 5856) | 0 NP | -- |
| Proprietary Probiotic Blend | 0 NP | -- |
| organic Triphala Blend | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
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Formulation
Promotes healthy gut flora Resists stomach acid breakdown
Youtheory Spore Probiotic is a better way to replenish your body's microflora. This spore probiotic combination is uniquely designed to survive and thrive. The word "spore" means "seed." And like a seed, each spore probiotic is covered by a naturally protective shell that safeguards the cell until it reached the intestinal tract.
Storage
Does not require refrigeration
Store in a cool and dry place after opening.
Formula
With triphala; traditional Ayurvedic digestion tonic
6 billion CFU + triphala blend
6 billion CFU per daily serving
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Take two (2) capsules daily with a glass of water.
Precautions
This product is manufactured in a facility that processes fish extracts.
Usage Warnings: Check with your doctor before using this product if you are taking medication or have any medical conditions. Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing.
Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Not intended for persons under 18. Keep out of reach of children.
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.
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Spore Probiotic by youtheory label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Spore Probiotic by youtheory
These are the 6 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 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 Probiotic Blend
- › Bacillus clausii (MTCC 5980)
- › Bacillus subtilis (MTCC 5981)
- › Bacillus coagulans (MTCC 5856)
Organic Triphala Blend
- › Organic Bibhitaki
- › Organic Haritaki
- › Organic Amla
Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Spore Probiotic by youtheory Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Spore Probiotic by youtheory contains Indian Gooseberry (Amla) and three Bacillus probiotic strains — Indian Gooseberry carries Moderate interactions with blood thinners (anticoagulants and antiplatelet drugs), aspirin, the prescription blood thinner clopidogrel (Plavix), and diabetes medications; the three Bacillus strains each interact with antibiotics.
Altogether, these interactions span 389 individual medications.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Indian Gooseberry may increase bleeding risk when combined with blood thinners, aspirin, or clopidogrel — the research is mixed, but clinical trials show it reduces how platelets clump together and lengthens bleeding time by several seconds. It can also lower blood sugar when taken with diabetes medications, which might require dose adjustments to prevent low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
The three Bacillus species — B. clausii, B. subtilis, and B. coagulans — can lose effectiveness if you take antibiotics at the same time, since antibiotics kill the live organisms in the probiotic. You'll want to space them apart; your pharmacist can advise on timing.
We could not check organic Bibhitaki, organic Haritaki, or Bacillus clausii for interactions — no interaction data is on file for those. Run your exact medications through the search tool on this page to see the details.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Spore Probiotic interact with 389 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
3 of the 6 ingredients in Spore Probiotic interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. organic Amla Bacillus subtilis (MTCC 5981) Bacillus coagulans (MTCC 5856)
GemifloxacinFactive
How Gemifloxacin interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bacillus subtilis with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981) + Gemifloxacin interactionBacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking antibiotics with Bacillus coagulans might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856) + Gemifloxacin interactionGentamicin (iv)Garamycin
How Gentamicin (iv) interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking antibiotics with Bacillus coagulans might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856) + Gentamicin (iv) interactionBacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bacillus subtilis with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981) + Gentamicin (iv) interactionGliclazideDiamicron
How Gliclazide interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Gliclazide interactionGlimepirideAmaryl
How Glimepiride interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Glimepiride interactionGlipizideGlucotrol, Glucotrol XL
How Glipizide interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Glipizide interactionGlipizide, MetforminMetaglip
How Glipizide, Metformin interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Glipizide, Metformin interactionGlucagonBaqsimi, Glucagon
How Glucagon interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Glucagon interactionGlucoseIV Glucose
How Glucose interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Glucose interactionGlyburideAlbert Glyburide, Diabeta, Glycron, Glynase, Glynase PresTab, Micronase +1 more
How Glyburide interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Glyburide interactionGlyburide, MetforminGlucovance
How Glyburide, Metformin interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Glyburide, Metformin interactionGrepafloxacinRaxar
How Grepafloxacin interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bacillus subtilis with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981) + Grepafloxacin interactionBacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking antibiotics with Bacillus coagulans might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856) + Grepafloxacin interactionHeparinHeparin
How Heparin interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Heparin interactionHydrocodone, IbuprofenVicoprofen
How Hydrocodone, Ibuprofen interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Hydrocodone, Ibuprofen interactionIbrutinibImbruvica
How Ibrutinib interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Ibrutinib interactionIbuprofenAdvil, Arthrofen, Brufen, Brufen Retard, Calodor, Calprofen +14 more
How Ibuprofen interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Ibuprofen interactionIbuprofen LysineNeoProfen
How Ibuprofen Lysine interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Ibuprofen Lysine interactionIbuprofen, AcetaminophenAdvil Dual Action
How Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen interactionIbuprofen, HydrocodoneIbucodone
How Ibuprofen, Hydrocodone interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Ibuprofen, Hydrocodone interactionIbuprofen, OxycodoneCombunox
How Ibuprofen, Oxycodone interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Ibuprofen, Oxycodone interactionIbuprofen, PseudoephedrineDristan
How Ibuprofen, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Ibuprofen, Pseudoephedrine interactionIcosapent Ethyl (prescription Drug)Vascepa
How Icosapent Ethyl (prescription Drug) interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Icosapent Ethyl (prescription Drug) interactionIloprostAurlumyn, Ventavis
How Iloprost interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Iloprost interactionImipenem, CilastatinPrimaxin
How Imipenem, Cilastatin interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking antibiotics with Bacillus coagulans might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856) + Imipenem, Cilastatin interactionBacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bacillus subtilis with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981) + Imipenem, Cilastatin interactionImipenem, Cilastatin, RelebactamRecarbrio
How Imipenem, Cilastatin, Relebactam interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 2 ingredients. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Bacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking Bacillus subtilis with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Subtilis (mtcc 5981) + Imipenem, Cilastatin, Relebactam interactionBacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856)Antibiotic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking antibiotics with Bacillus coagulans might decrease the effectiveness of B.
Read the full Bacillus Coagulans (mtcc 5856) + Imipenem, Cilastatin, Relebactam interactionInhaled InsulinExubera
How Inhaled Insulin interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Inhaled Insulin interactionInotersenTegsedi
How Inotersen interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Read the full Organic Amla + Inotersen interactionInsulinNovoRapid Insulin
How Insulin interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Insulin interactionInsulin (bovine)Hypurin Bovine Neutral
How Insulin (bovine) interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Insulin (bovine) interactionInsulin (human)Afrezza, Novolin 70/30, Novolin L, Novolin N, Novolin R
How Insulin (human) interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Insulin (human) interactionInsulin (pork)Hypurin Porcine Neutral, Lente Iletin II, NPH Iletin, NPH Iletin II, Pork Actrapid, Regular Iletin +1 more
How Insulin (pork) interacts with Spore Probiotic — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Organic AmlaAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Read the full Organic Amla + Insulin (pork) interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Spore Probiotic 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.
organic Amla
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs; however, research is conflicting.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg as a single dose or twice daily for 10 days reduces platelet aggregation by about 24% to 36%, increases bleeding time by about 3.8-5.9 seconds, and increases clotting time by about 9.8-12.7 seconds when compared to baseline. However, taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg along with clopidogrel 75 mg or ecosprin 75 mg, as a single dose or for 10 days, does not significantly reduce platelet aggregation or increase bleeding time or clotting time when compared with clopidogrel 75 mg or ecosprin 75 mg alone. Until more is known, use caution when taking Indian gooseberry in combination with anticoagulant/antiplatelet drugs.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Taking Indian gooseberry with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry fruit or fruit extract alone or in conjunction with antidiabetes medications can lower blood glucose levels. Dose adjustments to diabetes medications might be necessary.
Aspirin
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with aspirin; however, research is conflicting.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg as a single dose or twice daily for 10 days reduces platelet aggregation by about 24% to 36%, increases bleeding time by about 3.8-5.9 seconds, and increases clotting time by about 9.8-12.7 seconds when compared to baseline. However, taking a single dose of Indian gooseberry 500 mg along with ecosprin 75 mg, or taking a combination of Indian gooseberry 500 mg twice daily plus ecosprin 75 mg once daily for 10 days, does not significantly reduce platelet aggregation or increase bleeding time or clotting time when compared with ecosprin 75 mg alone.
Clopidogrel (Plavix)
Theoretically, Indian gooseberry may increase the risk of bleeding if used with clopidogrel; however, research is conflicting.
Clinical research shows that taking Indian gooseberry 500 mg as a single dose or twice daily for 10 days reduces platelet aggregation by about 24% to 36%, increases bleeding time by about 3.8-5.9 seconds, and increases clotting time by about 9.8-12.7 seconds when compared to baseline. However, taking a single dose of Indian gooseberry 500 mg along with clopidogrel 75 mg, or taking a combination of Indian gooseberry 500 mg twice daily plus clopidogrel 75 mg once daily for 10 days, does not significantly reduce platelet aggregation or increase bleeding time or clotting time when compared with clopidogrel 75 mg alone.
Bacillus subtilis (MTCC 5981)
Antibiotic Drugs
Theoretically, taking Bacillus subtilis with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of B. subtilis.
Since B. subtilis 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. subtilis preparations by at least 2 hours.
Bacillus coagulans (MTCC 5856)
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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Spore Probiotic, from the product label.
youtheory
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- Nutrawise
- City
- Irvine
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 92618
- Phone Number
- 1.888.271.8976
- Web Address
- youtheory.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Spore Probiotic’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Bacillus Subtilis
Interacts with 182 drugsBacillus subtilis is a spore-forming probiotic bacterium found in soil and some fermented foods, and it is used mainly to support gut health and digestion. Early research is promising for ce...
Read the full Bacillus Subtilis monograph → Herb & supplement monographBacillus Coagulans
Interacts with 182 drugsBacillus coagulans is a spore-forming probiotic that survives stomach acid well and may help with some digestive problems such as IBS, constipation, and certain types of diarrhea. The eviden...
Read the full Bacillus Coagulans monograph → Herb & supplement monographIndian Gooseberry
Interacts with 208 drugsIndian gooseberry (amla) is a vitamin C-rich fruit used in Ayurvedic medicine for many purposes, from antioxidant support to cholesterol and digestion. Early research is promising for some u...
Read the full Indian Gooseberry monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Spore Probiotic'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 36 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.
Indian Gooseberry 6 references
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