Flora Pregnancy Care Probiotic
Brand: Flora · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Flora Pregnancy Care Probiotic contains calcium, a mineral essential for your health. Our assessment is that while calcium supports key functions during pregnancy, you must be careful with dosing and potential medication interactions. Data provided does not include specific probiotic strain details or pregnancy-specific outcomes for this product. [NIH ODS]
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural building block and a cellular messenger. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. This is especially important during pregnancy as your body supports fetal skeletal development.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High levels of calcium in the blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Data on side effects specific to this Flora product is not available.
Our recommendation
Start by checking your total calcium intake from food and any prenatal vitamins. Do not exceed the recommended daily allowance without medical supervision. Take this product at least two hours apart from any thyroid medication or antibiotics to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS]. Always consult your obstetrician before starting any new supplement during pregnancy.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Flora |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 30.0 Capsule(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