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UltraFlora Immune Health Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Metagenics

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

UltraFlora Immune Health is a dietary supplement by Metagenics 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 Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of UltraFlora Immune Health by Metagenics

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 1 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “A 50:50 Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (15,000,000,000 Live Organism(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

UltraFlora Immune Health has 3 active ingredients: Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM (a beneficial bacteria), Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-07 (another probiotic strain), and a 50:50 blend of these probiotics with a Globulin Protein Concentrate. The product also contains inactive ingredients including immunoglobulin proteins, microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin, and magnesium stearate to hold the formula together.

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: immune health and digestive support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, Bacterial vaginosis, Clostridioides difficile infection, Colic, Constipation, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — and 4 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 Bacterial vaginosis, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Acidophilus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Constipation, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Lactose intolerance, Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC).

The Lactobacillus acidophilus in this product is rated possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. It's rated possibly ineffective for atopic disease (allergic conditions), and there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate it for acute respiratory distress syndrome.

The effectiveness of the other ingredients isn't established in the data we hold.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally well tolerated in healthy adults and children. Most people don't experience side effects.

Gastrointestinal discomfort — like bloating, gas, abdominal pain, or diarrhea — can occur when taking this with other probiotics, but these events are uncommon. In rare cases, because the product contains live organisms, there's a theoretical risk of infection in people with severely weakened immune systems or serious underlying conditions.

Since safety data are limited, it's wise to check with your doctor before starting this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

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

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Lactobacillus Acidophilus.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 182 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Separate this product from antibiotic drugs — taking them together can reduce the probiotic's effectiveness. Use the checker on this page to look up your specific medications before you begin.

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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 probiotic may help if you have IBS, antibiotic-related diarrhea, or certain infections — the evidence is promising but not definitive. If you're taking antibiotics, time this product separately from them so the bacteria don't get killed off.

Talk to your pharmacist before you start, especially if you have a weakened immune system or serious illness.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 25, 2013.

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 UltraFlora Immune Health, straight from the product label.

Brand Metagenics
Barcode (UPC) 755571031204
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 25, 2013
DSLD ID 27788
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
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for UltraFlora Immune Health by Metagenics, 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 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
755571031204
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM0 NP--
Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-070 NP--
A 50:50 Blend15000000000 Live Organism(s)--
Globulin Protein Concentrate170 mg--

Other ingredients: Immunoglobulin proteins, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Capsule, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium animalis lactis, Maltodextrin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica

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Label statements
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Formulation

Formulated to Exclude: Wheat, gluten, egg, nuts, tree nuts, fish, crustacean shellfish, colors, artificial sweeteners, artificial flavors, and preservatives.

This product is Gluten Free.

General Statements

NOTICE: Stability studies indicate that all probiotics should be shipped under temperature control to maintain potency (CFU).

Genetic Potential Through Nutrition

(Formerly Ultra Flora Plus)

Backed by the Metagenics ID Guarantee for purity, clinically reliability, and predicted safety via scientific identification of strains with established health benefits.

Formula

Daily Immune Health & Digestive Support Enhanced with Immunoglobulins

Contains: milk, soy.

UltraFlora(TM) Immune Health provides a patented blend of highly viable, pure strains of L. acidophilus NCFM(R) and B. lactis Bi-07-"friendly" bacteria that have been clinically shown to support a healthy intestinal environment and immune health. This formula also supplies the valuable Probio-Protein Factor(R) (immunoglobulin protein concentrate) to promote healthy immune function.

FDA Statement of Identity

Probiotic Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

DIRECTIONS: Take one capsule one to two times daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Precautions

Contains: milk, soy.

Brand IP Statement(s)

U.S. Patent Nos. 6,241,983 and 5,531,988. NCFM(R) is a trademark of the North Carolina Dairy Foundation.

General

LUL070M1 PROD. UF60

Storage

For best results, store in a cool dry place or refrigerated.

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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UltraFlora Immune Health by Metagenics label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in UltraFlora Immune Health by Metagenics

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

Serving size1 Vegetarian 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.

A 50:50 Blend

15000000000 Live Organism(s) per serving

Globulin Protein Concentrate

170 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Immunoglobulin proteins, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Capsule, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium animalis lactis, Maltodextrin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

UltraFlora Immune Health by Metagenics Drug Interactions

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182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in UltraFlora Immune Health 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 acidophilus NCFM1 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 UltraFlora Immune Health, from the product label.

Metagenics

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Name
Metagenics
City
Aliso Viejo
State
CA
ZipCode
92656
Phone Number
1 800 692 9400
Web Address
www.metagenics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

UltraFlora Immune Health by Metagenics: Common Questions

Does UltraFlora Immune Health by Metagenics interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, UltraFlora Immune Health 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?
UltraFlora Immune Health 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 take this while I'm on antibiotics?
You can take both, but time them apart. Antibiotics kill the live organisms in this probiotic, so separating them helps the probiotic work better. Ask your pharmacist how far apart to space them.
What's in the 50:50 blend?
It's equal parts of the Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM and the Globulin Protein Concentrate — we hold limited data on the protein concentrate specifically.
Will this help my IBS or antibiotic-related diarrhea?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is rated possibly effective for both IBS and antibiotic-associated diarrhea, meaning the evidence suggests it may help, but it's not guaranteed for everyone.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on file for this product during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to see if it's right for you.
What side effects might I get?
Most people tolerate it well. Rarely, you might experience gas, bloating, abdominal pain, or diarrhea. In very rare cases, live bacteria can cause infection in people with severely weakened immune systems.
Does this contain any fillers?
Yes — it contains microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin, magnesium stearate, silica, and a capsule shell to hold the formula together.

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Sources & How We Checked

UltraFlora Immune Health's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 15 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Lactobacillus Acidophilus 15 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. Begtrup LM, de Muckadell OB, Kjeldsen J, Christensen RD, Jarbøl DE. Long-term treatment with probiotics in primary care patients with irritable bowel syndrome--a randomised, double-blind, placebo controlled trial. Scand J Gastroenterol 2013;48(10):1127-35 PubMed
  3. Chatterjee S, Kar P, Das T, Ray S, Gangulyt S, Rajendiran C, Mitra M. Randomised placebo-controlled double blind multicentric trial on efficacy and safety of Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-5 and Bifidobacterium BB-12 for prevention of antibiotic-associated
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  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
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  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.
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  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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