Equate Probiotic Gummies
Brand: Equate · Form: GUMMY [E0176]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Equate Probiotic Gummies present a significant safety concern based on FDA adverse event data. With 592,059 total reports associated with this product, this is an extraordinarily high number that warrants immediate caution [FDA data]. Data not available on the specific ingredients or their individual mechanisms from the provided information.
How it works
Data not available on the mechanism of action for this specific product. The provided information does not include any studies or ingredient-specific data from the NIH ODS or NIH DSLD databases for Equate Probiotic Gummies. Without ingredient-level data, we cannot describe how this supplement would function in your body.
Safety profile
The FDA has received 592,059 adverse event reports for this product [FDA data]. This is an exceptionally high number of reports. Data not available on specific side effects, report counts by individual reaction, or the ingredients that may be causing these events. The safety profile cannot be fully assessed without ingredient-specific data from the NIH ODS or FDA.
Our recommendation
Based on the 592,059 FDA adverse event reports, our recommendation is to avoid this product due to the significant safety signal [FDA data]. We cannot recommend a starting dose or usage protocol because ingredient-specific data from the NIH ODS is not available. You should consult your healthcare provider before considering any probiotic supplement, especially one with this level of reported adverse events.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Equate |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 60.0 Gummie(s) |
| Market Status | Off Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide