Culturelle Digestive Health Daily Probiotic
Brand: Culturelle Digestive Health · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Culturelle Digestive Health Daily Probiotic is a supplement containing calcium, but data on its specific probiotic strains and dosage is not available in the provided information. Our assessment is based solely on the calcium ingredient data. For general health, calcium is critical for bone health, but you must be careful with dosing and interactions [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural builder for your skeleton. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also plays a key role in helping your muscles relax and your nerves signal properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 adverse event reports across all products in this category. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Side effects from very high calcium levels include 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 medications such as bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Start by checking your total calcium intake from food and all supplements. If you take this product, take it at a different time than any prescription medications listed above to avoid absorption issues [NIH ODS]. Because specific dosage information for this product is not available, consult your healthcare provider to confirm it fits your needs without exceeding safe limits [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Culturelle Digestive Health |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 14.0 Once Daily Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On 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