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Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana label
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Powder Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Oct 7, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana is a dietary supplement by Sunbiotics with 3 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.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana by Sunbiotics

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 7 active ingredients.
  • “Probiotic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (13 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.
  • “organic Prebiotic Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (400 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This powder contains 7 ingredients, including three active probiotics: Bifidobacterium bifidum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Bifidobacterium longum. These are live beneficial bacteria designed to support digestive and immune health.

The product also includes a probiotic blend and a prebiotic blend (fibers that feed good bacteria in your gut), along with organic powders—Jerusalem Artichoke, Yacon root, and banana—which add flavor and prebiotic content. Banana powder is listed as an inactive ingredient.

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: Daily probiotic powder for digestive health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Constipation, Diarrhea, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Lactose intolerance, Gut flora balance — and 2 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 Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
  • Also on file: Bifidobacterium Bifidum is rated "Possibly Effective" for Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

The three active probiotics in this product have been studied for several conditions. Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus both show possibly effective evidence for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and L. acidophilus is also possibly effective for Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis.

Bifidobacterium longum, however, has insufficient evidence for the conditions studied so far—hay fever, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, anxiety, asthma, and athletic performance all lack reliable data. For many other uses parents might consider, the evidence simply isn't established yet.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus Bifidobacterium Bifidum Bifidobacterium Longum

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 3 of the 3 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 3 of 3.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 3 of 3.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

These probiotics are generally well tolerated in healthy children, though gastrointestinal side effects like bloating, flatulence, and abdominal discomfort have been reported with probiotic use overall—though not specifically documented for B. bifidum alone. A single case of vomiting and fever was reported in one child taking B. bifidum plus L. acidophilus, but it's unclear if the probiotics caused it.

Kids with weakened immune systems should be cautious; those who are critically ill carry a rare but documented risk of bacterial infection from live probiotics. For pregnancy and lactation: Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus are each rated possibly safe in pregnancy, though lactation data are not on file for either.

Bifidobacterium longum is rated possibly safe in both pregnancy and lactation. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for your child.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus Bifidobacterium Bifidum Bifidobacterium Longum

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?
  • 3 of the 3 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Bifidobacterium Bifidum, Bifidobacterium Longum.
  • 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 your child takes antibiotics, separate them from this product by a few hours—antibiotics can kill the live bacteria in the probiotic and reduce its effect. That's the only Moderate interaction we have data for.

We could not check four ingredients, so if your child is on other medications, use the search tool below to confirm they don't interact with any of the probiotics or plant powders in here.

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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.

Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! is a multispecies probiotic powder with possibly effective evidence for IBS and a few other conditions, though several ingredients haven't been studied enough to know how well they work. If your child takes antibiotics, time this product a few hours apart from the antibiotic to protect it.

Kids with normal immune systems tolerate it well, but those with weakened immunity or serious illness should check with their doctor first. Run your child's full medication list through the checker on this page, and talk with your pediatrician or pharmacist before starting.

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

Assessment coverage: 3 of 7 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 19, 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 Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana, straight from the product label.

Brand Sunbiotics
Barcode (UPC) 700621537359
Net contents 2 Ounce(s); 57 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 19, 2021
DSLD ID 257715
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Kosher, Children (All), Organic, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana by Sunbiotics, 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:
0.25 Teaspoon(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.25 Teaspoon(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
700621537359
IngredientAmount% DV
Bifidobacterium animalis lactis0 NP--
Bifidobacterium bifidum0 NP--
Lactobacillus acidophilus0 NP--
Bifidobacterium longum0 NP--
Lactobacillus plantarum0 NP--
Probiotic Blend13 mg--
organic Jerusalem Artichoke powder0 NP--
organic Yacon root powder0 NP--
organic Prebiotic Blend400 mg--

Other ingredients: Banana powder

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Label statements
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Formula

5 Billion Cells Per Serving Potent Probiotics with Organic Prebiotics Powder

Sunbiotics is honored to introduce our Just4Kids formula - a potent dairy-free probiotic powder enhanced with organic prebiotics that both you and your kids will love

Sunbiotics is honored to introduce our Just4Kids formula - a potent dairy-free probiotic powder enhanced with organic prebiotics that both you and your kids will love

We believe in the power of whole food nutrition, not questionable fillers, additives, and synthetic flavors, so along with our 5 well-researched and stabilized probiotic strains (a total of 5 billion CFUs per serving), we include naturally sweet organic banana powder for a boost of both nutrition and flavor.

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Formulation

USDA Organic

Sunbiotics is honored to introduce our Just4Kids formula - a potent dairy-free probiotic powder enhanced with organic prebiotics that both you and your kids will love

Made in the USA.

Our probiotic strains are free of dairy, soy, GMOs, wheat, eggs, yeast, sugar, corn, carriers, and preservatives.

Raw

Certified organic by Oregon Tilth

FDA Statement of Identity

Superfood Probiotic Supplement

General Statements

Daily Probiotic Powder

The result is a probiotic supplement that will gain the seal of approval for both conscientious parents AND the pickiest of taste buds.

Precautions

Allergy Info: Produced in a facility that also processes tree nuts & seeds but no grains, peanuts, soy or dairy.

This product contains an oxygen and moisture absorbent. Do not Consume.

Safe for ages 1+ years or as directed by your pediatrician.

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.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Mix 1/4 tsp with water, juice, smoothies or your favorite meals.

Storage

Product may clump, keep in cool dry place.

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Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana by Sunbiotics

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size0.25 Teaspoon(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

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Probiotic Blend

Interacts with
182 drugs
13 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

Organic Prebiotic Blend

400 mg per serving Form: FOS
  • › Organic Jerusalem Artichoke powder
  • › Organic Yacon root powder

Other (inactive) ingredients: Banana powder. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana by Sunbiotics Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Probiotic Blend 182

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana interact with 182 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 3 ingredients in Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Probiotic Blend

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana 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
Probiotic Blend full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana, from the product label.

Sunbiotics

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Name
Windy City Organics, LLC
City
Northbrook
State
IL
ZipCode
60062
Phone Number
(800) 925-0577
Web Address
Sunbiotics.com
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Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana by Sunbiotics: Common Questions

Does Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana by Sunbiotics interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana 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?
Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana contains 3 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 give this to my child while they're on antibiotics?
Yes, but timing matters. The antibiotic can kill the live bacteria in this powder, making it less effective. Ask your child's doctor or pharmacist to help you space them apart by a few hours so each one can do its job.
What are probiotics, and why are they in a kids' product?
Probiotics are live beneficial bacteria that live naturally in the digestive tract. They're added to this product to support gut health and digestion, which may help with belly comfort and overall wellness in children.
Does this product actually work for IBS or other conditions?
Two of the three active bacteria—Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus—show possibly effective evidence for irritable bowel syndrome. L. acidophilus also has possibly effective evidence for a few other conditions like antibiotic-associated diarrhea and bacterial vaginosis. Bifidobacterium longum hasn't yet been studied enough in humans to know if it works for any condition.
What's in the banana powder and prebiotic blend?
The banana powder is a flavoring. The prebiotic blend (organic Jerusalem Artichoke and organic Yacon root powder) are plant fibers that feed the good bacteria, helping them survive and thrive in your child's gut.
Are there any side effects I should watch for?
Most kids tolerate it well, but some experience bloating, gas, or belly discomfort when starting a probiotic. A very rare case of vomiting and fever was reported in one child taking two probiotics together, but it's not clear the probiotics caused it. If your child feels worse, talk with your pediatrician.
Is it safe if my child has a weakened immune system?
Kids with healthy immune systems do fine with this product. However, children with weakened immunity or serious illness carry a very rare risk of infection from live probiotics, so you'll need to check with your child's doctor first before using it.

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The Full Monographs Behind Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana’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

Bifidobacterium Bifidum

Interacts with 182 drugs

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

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Bifidobacterium Longum

Interacts with 182 drugs

Bifidobacterium longum is a 'friendly' bacterium found naturally in the human gut and used as a probiotic. It is generally well tolerated and is most studied for digestive issues, though evi...

Read the full Bifidobacterium Longum monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Sunbiotics Just 4 Kids! Banana'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 43 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.

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 →

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 Longum 21 references
  1. Ha GY, Yang CH, Kim H, Chong Y. Case of sepsis caused by Bifidobacterium longum. J Clin Microbiol 1999;37:1227-8.
  2. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  3. 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
  4. Rautava S, Kainonen E, Salminen S, Isolauri E. Maternal probiotic supplementation during pregnancy and breast-feeding reduces the risk of eczema in the infant. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2012;130(6):1355-60. PubMed
  5. 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.
  6. Pellonperä O, Vahlberg T, Mokkala K, et al. Weight gain and body composition during pregnancy: a randomised pilot trial with probiotics and/or fish oil. Br J Nutr. 2020 Nov 4:1-11. PubMed
  7. Pellonperä O, Mokkala K, Houttu N, et al. Efficacy of fish oil and/or probiotic intervention on the incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus in an at-risk group of overweight and obese women: A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind clinical trial PubMed
  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. 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
  10. Enomoto T, Sowa M, Nishimori K, et al. Effects of bifidobacterial supplementation to pregnant women and infants in the prevention of allergy development in infants and on fecal microbiota. Allergol Int 2014;63(4):575-85. PubMed
  11. US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dear Healthcare Provider Letter: Warning Regarding Use of Probiotics in Preterm Infants. September 2023. Available at: https://www.fda.gov/media/172606/download?attachment. Accessed November 1, 2023.
  12. Pillai A, Tan J, Paquette V, Panczuk J. Does probiotic bacteremia in premature infants impact clinically relevant outcomes? A case report and updated review of literature. Clin Nutr ESPEN. 2020;39:255-259. PubMed
  13. Sabaté JM, Iglicki F. Effect of Bifidobacterium longum 35624 on disease severity and quality of life in patients with irritable bowel syndrome. World J Gastroenterol 2022;28(7):732-744.
  14. Malaguarnera M, Greco F, Barone G, Gargante MP, Malaguarnera M, Toscano MA. Bifidobacterium longum with fructo-oligosaccharide (FOS) treatment in minimal hepatic encephalopathy: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Dig Dis Sci 2007;52(11) PubMed
  15. Zbinden A, Zbinden R, Berger C, Arlettaz R. Case series of Bifidobacterium longum bacteremia in three preterm infants on probiotic therapy. Neonatology 2015;107(1):56-9.
  16. Tamaki H, Nakase H, Inoue S, et al. Efficacy of probiotic treatment with Bifidobacterium longum 536 for induction of remission in active ulcerative colitis: A randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled multicenter trial. Dig Endosc 2016;28(1):67-74.
  17. Bertelli C, Pillonel T, Torregrossa A, et al. Bifidobacterium longum bacteremia in preterm infants receiving probiotics. Clin Infect Dis 2015;60(6):924-7. PubMed
  18. Esaiassen E, Cavanagh P, Hjerde E, Simonsen GS, Støen R, Klingenberg C. Bifidobacterium longum subspecies infantis bacteremia in 3 extremely preterm infants receiving probiotics. Emerg Infect Dis 2016;22(9):1664-6.
  19. Tena D, Losa C, Medina MJ, Sáez-Nieto JA. Peritonitis caused by Bifidobacterium longum: case report and literature review. Anaerobe 2014;27:27-30. PubMed
  20. Sangkanjanavanich S, Pradubpongsa P, Mitthamsiri W, Sangasapaviliya A, Boonpiyathad T. Bifidobacterium infantis 35624 efficacy in patients with uncontrolled asthma: A randomized placebo-controlled trial. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 2022;129(6):790-792. PubMed
  21. Wilson HL, Ong CW. Bifidobacterium longum vertebrodiscitis in a patient with cirrhosis and prostate cancer. Anaerobe 2017;47:47-50. PubMed

See these in context on the Bifidobacterium Longum monograph →

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