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Super Probiotic With Acidophilus Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Foods Plus

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

Super Probiotic With Acidophilus is a dietary supplement by Foods Plus with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for lactose intolerance, gas and bloating after dairy, diarrhea from dairy foods.Based on those ingredients, 182 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Lactobacillus acidophilus. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Super Probiotic With Acidophilus by Foods Plus

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

Partial disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Partial

Most active ingredients list an amount, but at least one is hidden in a blend or missing.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 2 active ingredients.

This supplement contains two active ingredients. Lactase is an enzyme that helps break down lactose (milk sugar) in your digestive tract—it's used mainly for lactose intolerance.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a live probiotic bacterium that naturally lives in your gut and may support digestive and immune health. The product also contains inactive ingredients including maltodextrin, calcium sulfate, hypromellose, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, and magnesium stearate, which are fillers and binders that help form and stabilize the capsule.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports its ingredients for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Lactose intolerance — rated "Effective" (Lactase) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactobacillus Acidophilus) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Bacterial vaginosis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactobacillus Acidophilus) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Helicobacter pylori — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactobacillus Acidophilus) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — rated "Possibly Effective" (Lactobacillus Acidophilus) (Natural Medicines).

Lactase is effective for lactose intolerance—that's well established. For other uses like prematurity and colic, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. For atopic disease (allergic and immune conditions), the evidence leans toward it being possibly ineffective.

For acute respiratory distress syndrome, we don't have enough data to rate it.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactase 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 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 ingredients are generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children when used as directed. Lactase is likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, though checking with your doctor before regular use during pregnancy is sensible given limited data.

Rare adverse effects have been reported: lactase can cause contact dermatitis or allergic reactions in people exposed to powdered forms (mainly occupational exposure). Lactobacillus acidophilus may cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort—abdominal pain, gas, bloating, or diarrhea—though these are uncommon.

In very rare cases, the live bacteria have been isolated in serious infections like bloodstream infections or endocarditis, but these occurred in patients with underlying conditions that allowed bacteria to move out of the gut; they're not expected in healthy people.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactase 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 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Lactobacillus Acidophilus.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 182 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

The main medication type to check is antibiotics. Taking them at the same time as this probiotic may reduce how well the probiotic works—spacing doses a few hours apart helps.

No other drug interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glancePartially disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a reasonable choice if you have lactose intolerance or want to try a probiotic for digestive issues like IBS or antibiotic-associated diarrhea. If you're on antibiotics, separate the doses—take one in the morning and one at night to protect the probiotic's effectiveness.

Check with your pharmacist about your specific medications before starting, especially if you take blood thinners or have a compromised immune system.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 24, 2017.

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 Super Probiotic With Acidophilus, straight from the product label.

Brand Foods Plus
Barcode (UPC) 717284006825
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 24, 2017
DSLD ID 71473
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Super Probiotic With Acidophilus by Foods Plus, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Vegetable Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Vegetable Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
717284006825
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactase15 mg--
Lactobacillus acidophilus0 NP--

Other ingredients: Maltodextrin, Calcium Sulfate, Hypromellose, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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General

FP #682

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Either take 1 capsule on an empty stomach or 30 minutes before a meal as a dietary supplement or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Protect from heat, light and moisture. Store in a cool, dry place.

General Statements

Made in the U.S.A.

Since 1962

Immune & intestinal health support Acid resistant formula

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.

Formulation

No sugar, starch, wheat, soy, artificial colors, flavors or preservatives

Preservative free Non GMO Gluten-free

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Super Probiotic With Acidophilus by Foods Plus label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Super Probiotic With Acidophilus by Foods Plus

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Vegetable Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule 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.

Lactase

No known
interactions
15 mg per serving

Lactase is a digestive enzyme supplement that helps people who lack enough natural lactase break down lactose, the sugar in milk and dairy. It can red...

Lactase monograph & interactions

Lactobacillus 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...

Lactobacillus acidophilus monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Maltodextrin, Calcium Sulfate, Hypromellose, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Super Probiotic With Acidophilus by Foods Plus 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 Super Probiotic With Acidophilus with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Lactobacillus 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
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Super Probiotic With Acidophilus, from the product label.

Foods Plus

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Name
Foods Plus
Street Address
10 Henderson Drive
City
West Caldwell
State
New Jersey
ZipCode
07006
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Super Probiotic With Acidophilus by Foods Plus: Common Questions

Does Super Probiotic With Acidophilus by Foods Plus interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Super Probiotic With Acidophilus 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?
Super Probiotic With Acidophilus contains 2 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 help with my lactose intolerance?
Yes—lactase is effective for that. It's the enzyme your body uses to digest lactose in dairy, so taking it when you eat milk products should help reduce symptoms like bloating and gas.
Can I take this if I'm on antibiotics?
Yes, but timing matters. Since antibiotics can kill the live bacteria in the probiotic, space them out—take your antibiotic at one time of day and the probiotic at another, a few hours apart.
Is Lactobacillus acidophilus safe in pregnancy?
We don't have specific pregnancy or breastfeeding data on file for Lactobacillus acidophilus in this product. Since you're considering it during pregnancy, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first—they can weigh the evidence with your personal health picture.
What side effects might I notice?
Most people tolerate it well. A small number of people report mild digestive symptoms like gas, bloating, or abdominal discomfort, especially when first starting. Allergic reactions like rash or itching are rare.
Is this good for IBS or traveler's diarrhea?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for IBS and antibiotic-associated diarrhea. We don't have specific data on traveler's diarrhea, so ask your doctor whether it might help in your situation.

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Sources & How We Checked

Super Probiotic With Acidophilus'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 16 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.

Lactase 1 reference
  1. Laukkanen A, Ruoppi P, Remes S, Koistinen T, Mäkinen-Kiljunen S. Lactase-induced occupational protein contact dermatitis and allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. Contact Dermatitis. 2007;57(2):89-93. PubMed

See these in context on the Lactase 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 →

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