Culturelle Kids Daily Probiotic
Brand: Culturelle · Form: SUPPLEMENT FORM, OTHER [E0172]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Culturelle Kids Daily Probiotic contains calcium, a mineral essential for your child's health. However, our assessment is that you should focus on the calcium content, as the data provided does not confirm any specific probiotic benefits for this product. For calcium, the data supports its role in bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a building block for your child's growing bones. It supports bone density and mineral deposition, and it also helps with muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. These functions are critical during childhood development.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but specific report counts for Culturelle Kids Daily Probiotic are not available. For calcium, side effects can occur with very high intakes, including constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [FDA data] [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of certain medications like tetracycline antibiotics and levothyroxine [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Data not available for specific probiotic efficacy in this product. For calcium, the data does not provide a specific daily recommendation for children. We recommend getting your child's calcium from food sources first and consulting your pediatrician before starting any supplement, as high intakes carry risks [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Culturelle |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 30.0 Single Serve Packet(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