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Vagiclear Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Higher Nature

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Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Vagiclear 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

Vagiclear is a dietary supplement by Higher Nature with 5 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} bulgaricus. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 5 of its 5 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Vagiclear contains five Lactobacillus species—beneficial bacteria meant to support vaginal and digestive health. The product includes Lactobacillus acidophilus, L. rhamnosus, L. plantarum, L. bulgaricus, and L. casei, all live-culture probiotics.

The remaining ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose (a binder) and a vegetarian capsule.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
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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: friendly bacteria for female vaginal health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Bacterial vaginosis, Vaginal candidiasis, Vulvovaginal health, Vaginal flora 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 Vaginal candidiasis.
  • Also on file: Lactobacillus Delbrueckii is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Vaginal candidiasis.

The evidence for L. acidophilus is strongest: it's rated possibly effective for irritable bowel syndrome, Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and bacterial vaginosis. L. bulgaricus has insufficient evidence for most uses tested, including acne, hay fever, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, asthma, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, and common cold.

We hold no effectiveness data in our facts for L. rhamnosus, L. plantarum, or L. casei.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus Lactobacillus Delbrueckii

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. Uncommon gastrointestinal side effects—belly discomfort, pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea, vomiting, or burping—can occur, especially when combined with other probiotics.

A rare but serious concern: because these are live organisms, there's a theoretical risk of infection in severely ill or immunocompromised people; cases of bacteremia, sepsis, and other serious infections have been reported, though they're thought to arise mainly from bacteria that already live in your body moving to where they shouldn't be. L. bulgaricus carries similar cautions.

For pregnancy, L. acidophilus is rated possibly safe, but L. bulgaricus safety in pregnancy isn't well studied—check with your doctor. No lactation data is on file for either.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lactobacillus Acidophilus Lactobacillus Delbrueckii

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 Delbrueckii.
  • 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.

Antibiotic drugs are the main concern—they can reduce how well the Lactobacillus in this product work if taken at the same time. Separate the timing by several hours if you're on an antibiotic, and confirm the plan with your doctor or pharmacist.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Vagiclear is a multi-strain probiotic designed for those managing digestive or vaginal health concerns, with the most support for L. acidophilus. If you take antibiotics, you'll need to time this product carefully to avoid reducing its effectiveness.

Anyone very ill, immunocompromised, or pregnant should talk with their doctor before starting. Check your full medication list with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 23, 2015.

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 Vagiclear, straight from the product label.

Brand Higher Nature
Barcode (UPC) 5031013103285
Net contents 10 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2015
DSLD ID 41239
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Vagiclear by Higher Nature, 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)
UPC/BARCODE
5031013103285
IngredientAmount% DV
Lactobacillus acidophilus5000000000 {Unit(s)}--
{Lactobacillus} rhamnosus5000000000 {Unit(s)}--
{Lactobacillus} plantarum5000000000 {Unit(s)}--
{Lactobacillus} bulgaricus5000000000 {Unit(s)}--
Lactobacillus casei5000000000 {Unit(s)}--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetarian Capsule, Lactobacilli acidophilus, {Lactobacilli} rhamnosus, {Lactobacilli} plantarum, {Lactobacilli} bulgaricus, Lactobacilli casei

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Label statements
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Formulation

DOES NOT CONTAIN: sugar, salt, starch, wheat, gluten, maize, corn, lactose, dairy products, artificial preservatives, colours or flavourings.

Suitable for vegetarians.

VEGETARIAN

General Statements

This product is not tested on animals.

This bottle has a UV filter.

Charitable organisations policy: supplements regularly donated

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.

Seals/Symbols

Jar {Recycle} 1 PET Lid {Recycle} 5 PP

Formula

hi-potency friendly bacteria for female health

FDA Statement of Identity

FOOD SUPPLEMENT

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

DIRECTIONS: Insert 1 capsule a day into your vagina before bed, (a vaginal applicator is avaiable to buy for this purpose if required), or as your health professional advises, during and after antibiotic treatment or at times of stress. Can also be taken by mouth; swallow 1-2 capsules a day.

HIGHER NATURE's CANDICLEAR is also recommended.

Precautions

Do not exceed recommended daily intake.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Does not require refrigeration, but keeping in a fridge will extend the life of the friendly bacteria.

Ensure lid is tight and store in a cool, dry, steam-free environment as damp conditions can affect the product quality.

General

VAC010 109 VAC-175-03

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Vagiclear by Higher Nature label

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Vagiclear label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Vagiclear by Higher Nature

These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 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.

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Interacts with
182 drugs
5000000000 {Unit(s)} 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

{Lactobacillus} rhamnosus

5000000000 {Unit(s)} per serving

{Lactobacillus} plantarum

5000000000 {Unit(s)} per serving

{Lactobacillus} bulgaricus

Interacts with
182 drugs
5000000000 {Unit(s)} per serving

Lactobacillus delbrueckii is a 'friendly' bacterium used in food fermentation and sold as a probiotic, often as part of multi-strain products. It is g...

{Lactobacillus} bulgaricus monograph & interactions

Lactobacillus casei

5000000000 {Unit(s)} per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetarian Capsule, Lactobacilli acidophilus, {Lactobacilli} rhamnosus, {Lactobacilli} plantarum, {Lactobacilli} bulgaricus, Lactobacilli casei. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Vagiclear by Higher Nature Drug Interactions

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182Drugs
182 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Lactobacillus acidophilus 182
{Lactobacillus} bulgaricus 182

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Vagiclear interact with 182 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

2 of the 5 ingredients in Vagiclear interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Lactobacillus acidophilus {Lactobacillus} bulgaricus

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Vagiclear 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 acidophilus full monograph & interactions

{Lactobacillus} bulgaricus1 drug type · 182 drugs

Antibiotic Drugs

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

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
{Lactobacillus} bulgaricus full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Vagiclear, from the product label.

Higher Nature

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Name
Higher Nature
City
Burwash Common
State
East Sussex
ZipCode
TN19 7LX
Web Address
www.highernature.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Vagiclear by Higher Nature: Common Questions

Does Vagiclear by Higher Nature interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Vagiclear 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?
Vagiclear contains 5 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 Vagiclear while I'm on an antibiotic?
You can, but timing is important. Antibiotics can kill the live bacteria in Vagiclear, making it less effective. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about spacing them several hours apart so the probiotic survives.
Is Vagiclear safe during pregnancy?
L. acidophilus is rated possibly safe in pregnancy, but L. bulgaricus safety data in pregnancy are limited. Check with your doctor before starting—they can weigh the specific benefits for your situation.
Can this cause side effects?
Most people tolerate it well, but some get mild stomach upset—belly discomfort, gas, bloating, or diarrhea—especially when first starting or if combined with other probiotics. These are uncommon and usually short-lived.
Does Vagiclear work for bacterial vaginosis?
L. acidophilus is rated possibly effective for bacterial vaginosis, but the evidence isn't definitive. It's best used as part of a full treatment plan your doctor recommends, not as a standalone cure.
Is it safe if I'm immunocompromised or very ill?
Because Vagiclear contains live organisms, people who are severely ill or have weakened immunity should be cautious and check with their healthcare provider first. There's a theoretical risk of infection in those groups.

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The Full Monographs Behind Vagiclear’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

Lactobacillus Delbrueckii

Interacts with 182 drugs

Lactobacillus delbrueckii is a 'friendly' bacterium used in food fermentation and sold as a probiotic, often as part of multi-strain products. It is generally considered safe for healthy peo...

Read the full Lactobacillus Delbrueckii monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Vagiclear'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 24 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
  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 →

Lactobacillus Delbrueckii 9 references
  1. Pierce A. The American Pharmaceutical Association Practical Guide to Natural Medicines. New York: The Stonesong Press, 1999:19.
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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.
  7. Neonakis IK, Skamagkas I, Stafylaki D, Maraki S. Lactobacillus delbrueckii urinary tract infection in a male patient: a case report. Germs 2022;12(2):304-307. PubMed
  8. Maillet F, Passeron A, Podglajen I, Ranque B, Pouchot J. Lactobacillus delbrueckii urinary tract infection in a male patient. Med Mal Infect 2019;49(3):226-228. PubMed
  9. Darbro BW, Petroelje BK, Doern GV. Lactobacillus delbrueckii as the cause of urinary tract infection. J Clin Microbiol 2009;47(1):275-7.

See these in context on the Lactobacillus Delbrueckii monograph →

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