Culturelle Digestive Health Daily Probiotic
Brand: Culturelle Digestive Health · Form: CAPSULE [E0159]
Our assessment
The evidence shows that Culturelle Digestive Health Daily Probiotic is a product intended to support digestive health, but the specific data provided does not include clinical studies or ingredient details for this formulation. Our assessment is based on the single ingredient listed in the data: Calcium. While calcium is essential for bone health, you should know that the data for this product is incomplete. Data not available for probiotic strains or their specific benefits.
How it works
Calcium works as a master regulator for your body. It supports bone mineralization and density, and it helps your muscles relax and nerves signal properly [NIH ODS]. For a probiotic product, the mechanism would typically involve supporting gut bacteria balance, but specific data on how this product works is not available.
Safety profile
FDA received 592059 total adverse event reports for products in this category. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. High blood and urine calcium levels 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 reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
You should be cautious with this product because the provided data lacks specific information on its probiotic strains and their effects. For calcium, do not exceed the RDA without medical supervision, and take calcium supplements at least 2 hours apart from medications like thyroid hormone or antibiotics [NIH ODS]. Data not available for a specific recommended dose or duration for this product.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Culturelle Digestive Health |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 50.0 Once Daily Vegetarian Capsules |
| 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