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Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Renew Life

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

Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion is a dietary supplement by Renew Life with 11 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 Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus gasseri, Bifidobacterium longum. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion by Renew Life

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.
  • “Lactobacillus brevis” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.
  • “Bifidobacterium longum” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.
  • “Women's Vaginal 50 Billion Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

This product contains 11 active probiotic ingredients—live beneficial bacteria and one type of beneficial yeast—designed to support vaginal health. The main strains are Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus gasseri, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus paracasei, Lactobacillus salivarius, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus brevis, Bifidobacterium animalis lactis, and Bifidobacterium longum, plus a 50 billion CFU potency blend.

The capsule itself is made from vegetable material and cellulose (a plant-based binder).

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: Vaginal and women's health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Bacterial vaginosis, Vulvovaginal candidiasis, Urinary tract infection, Vaginal microbiome balance.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Possibly Effective" for Bacterial vaginosis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Urinary tract infections (UTIs), Vaginal candidiasis.
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Gasseri is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Bacterial vaginosis.

For Lactobacillus acidophilus, the ingredient we have data on, evidence is still limited. It's possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis—meaning some studies support it, but we need more research.

For Lactobacillus gasseri, evidence hasn't yet been established for the conditions we tracked (allergic rhinitis, aspirin-related stomach damage, asthma, bacterial vaginosis, common cold, and diarrhea). The other strains in this product don't have effectiveness ratings on file.

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.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. Rarely, people taking it with other probiotics report mild stomach discomfort, bloating, gas, diarrhea, or burping; these side effects are uncommon.

Because these products contain live organisms, there's a theoretical concern they could cause serious infection in some patients—cases of bacteremia, sepsis, or endocarditis have been reported, though most occurred in people with underlying vulnerabilities or bacteria were already present elsewhere in the body. Lactobacillus gasseri has limited safety data and is generally well tolerated, but evidence is sparse.

It carries the same theoretical risk of serious infection from live organisms. For pregnancy, Lactobacillus acidophilus is rated possibly safe; data on lactation and the other strains during pregnancy or breastfeeding aren't on file, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant or nursing.

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 2 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Lactobacillus Gasseri.
  • 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, separate them from this product—antibiotics can kill the live bacteria and make the probiotic less effective. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for the best spacing.

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

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This is a multi-strain probiotic aimed at vaginal health, with the strongest evidence for Lactobacillus acidophilus in conditions like antibiotic-associated diarrhea and bacterial vaginosis, though more research is needed. The main caution is timing with antibiotics—they can kill the live organisms and reduce effectiveness.

If you're on antibiotics, pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a weakened immune system, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 11 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 25, 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 Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion, straight from the product label.

Brand Renew Life
Barcode (UPC) 631257158666
Net contents 60 Vegetable Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 25, 2021
DSLD ID 243647
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion by Renew Life, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
631257158666
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactobacillus salivarius0 NP--
Lactobacillus acidophilus0 NP--
Lactobacillus casei0 NP--
Lactobacillus brevis0 NP--
Lactobacillus rhamnosus0 NP--
Bifidobacterium animalis lactis0 NP--
Lactobacillus plantarum0 NP--
Lactobacillus paracasei0 NP--
Lactobacillus gasseri0 NP--
Bifidobacterium longum0 NP--
Total Bifido/Lacto Cultures0 NP--
Total Lacto Probiotic Cultures0 NP--
Total Bifido Probiotic Cultures0 NP--
Women's Vaginal 50 Billion Blend0 NP--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Capsule, Cellulose

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Label statements
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Formula

50 billion live cultures per capsule 10 probiotic strains

Special Care Probiotic to support vaginal health Our Ultimate Flora Special Care Probiotics target your body’s unique needs so you always feel your best. Ultimate Flora 50 Billion Women's Vaginal Probiotic is a high-potency formula with 10 specially selected strains including plenty of Lactobacilli designed to promote healthy yeast balance and support vaginal and urinary health.

Good for your gut! Your gut is your engine, your digestive core. Keep it running smoothly with Ultimate Flora Women’s Probiotics. When taken regularly, Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli help promote digestive, vaginal, and immune health so you feel better, lighter, and more energized.

FDA Statement of Identity

Probiotic Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For best results, take one capsule daily, with or without food.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) or below. Best if refrigerated.

Formulation

Quality, purity, and potency guaranteed through expiration.

Manufactured in USA in a GMP facility.

Powerful & Effective Did you know there are 100 trillion bacteria inside your digestive tract? To keep that complex system thriving, our high-potency formulas work hard to boost the good-for-you bacteria that occur in a naturally healthy gut. Multi-Strain Benefits Maintaining good balance among all the diverse microbes in your gut is key to well-being. But stress, aging, diet, and other issues can upset this delicate equilibrium. Ultimate Flora Probiotics are made with multiple, scientifically studied strains to support digestive balance and harmony. Targeted Delivery Our once daily delayed-release capsules help ensure more friendly probiotics reach your intestinal tract.

Promotes Healthy Yeast Balance Supports Vaginal & Urinary Health

Free of GMOs, wheat, gluten, soy, dairy, eggs, shellfish, tree nuts, and artificial ingredients.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Consult your healthcare professional before using this or any product if you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision.

Tamper Evident: Do not use if safety seal under cap is broken or missing.

General Statements

New look, same formula Formerly Vaginal Support

020415 65431B

Digestive wellness, naturally At Renew Life, we believe a healthy gut is a happy gut. For nearly two decades, we have pioneered superior-quality digestive care supplements to help people achieve optimal health from the inside out.

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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Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion by Renew Life label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion by Renew Life

These are the 11 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 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.

Women's Vaginal 50 Billion Blend

0 NP per serving

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

Interaction report

Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion by Renew Life 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 Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion 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.

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

Lactobacillus gasseri1 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

Theoretically, taking Lactobacillus gasseri with antibiotic drugs might decrease the effectiveness of L. gasseri.
Lactobacillus gasseri 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. gasseri preparations by at least two hours.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D

Bifidobacterium longum1 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

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

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion, from the product label.

Renew Life

Name
Renew Life Formulas
City
Palm Harbor
State
FL
ZipCode
34683
Phone Number
1-800-830-1800
Web Address
www.renewlife.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion by Renew Life: Common Questions

Does Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion by Renew Life interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion 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?
Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion contains 11 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this probiotic at the same time as an antibiotic?
No. Antibiotics can kill the live organisms in this probiotic and reduce how well it works. Space them apart—your pharmacist or doctor can advise you on the right timing.
Is this safe to use if I'm pregnant?
Lactobacillus acidophilus, one of the main strains, is rated possibly safe in pregnancy. For the other strains and full safety during pregnancy, we don't have enough data on file, so talk with your doctor before use.
Can this cause side effects?
Most people tolerate it well. Rarely, some people report mild stomach upset, bloating, gas, or diarrhea when taking probiotics. If you experience severe symptoms or signs of infection, contact your doctor.
Does this really help with bacterial vaginosis?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is possibly effective for bacterial vaginosis, meaning some studies support it, but we need more research. The other strains' effectiveness for this condition hasn't been established in the data we hold.
What are the inactive ingredients?
The capsule is made from vegetable material, and cellulose is used as a binder. There are no other fillers.

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Ultimate Flora Probiotic Women's Vaginal 50 billion'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 48 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
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  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 →

Lactobacillus Gasseri 12 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. Ramachandran L, Dontaraju VS, Patel K. Lactobacillus-associated spontaneous bacterial peritonitis in a liver cirrhosis patient on probiotics. Cureus. 2020;12(12):e11896. PubMed
  3. 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
  4. Ranchal P, Gupta R, Goldberg R, A Lobo S, Pascual A, El Khoury MY. Penicillin-sensitive Lactobacillus jensenii bacteremia. Am J Ther 2021;28(2):e250-e252. PubMed
  5. Grazioli-Gauthier L, Rigamonti E, Leo LA, Martinetti Lucchini G, Lo Priore E, Bernasconi E. Lactobacillus jensenii mitral valve endocarditis: Case report, literature review and new perspectives. IDCases 2022;27:e01401. PubMed
  6. Toprak NU, Bozan T, Yilmaz S, Buyukbayrak EE, Tigen ET. Polymicrobial bacteremia due to Lactobacillus jensenii and Veillonella montpellierensis in a pregnant patient; case report and review of literature. Anaerobe 2022;75:102576. PubMed
  7. Chazan B, Raz R, Shental Y, Sprecher H, Colodner R. Bacteremia and pyelonephritis caused by Lactobacillus jensenii in a patient with urolithiasis. Isr Med Assoc J 2008;10(2):164-5.
  8. Ramos-Coria D, Canto-Losa J, Carrillo-Vázquez D, Carbajal-Morelos L, Estrada-León R, Corona-Rodarte E. Lactobacillus gasseri liver abscess and bacteremia: a case report. BMC Infect Dis 2021;21(1):518. PubMed
  9. Elikowski W, Malek-Elikowska M, Lisiecka M, Bodora A, Wisniewska K, Oko-Sarnowska Z. Lactobacillus gasseri endocarditis on the aortic valve bioprosthesis - a case report. Pol Merkur Lekarski 2017;43(257):220-223.
  10. Esquibel A, Dababneh AS, Palraj BR. Lactobacillus gasseri causing bilateral empyema. Case Rep Infect Dis 2017;2017:4895619.
  11. Tleyjeh IM, Routh J, Qutub MO, Lischer G, Liang KV, Baddour LM. Lactobacillus gasseri causing Fournier's gangrene. Scand J Infect Dis 2004;36(6-7):501-3. PubMed
  12. Dickgiesser U, Weiss N, Fritsche D. Lactobacillus gasseri as the cause of septic urinary infection. Infection 1984;12(1):14-6. PubMed

See these in context on the Lactobacillus Gasseri 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.
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  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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