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Jarrow Formulas Jarro-Dophilus EPS

Jarrow names its probiotics by CFU count and uses enteric-coated capsules, addressing the stomach-acid survival problem directly in the product design.

Last reviewed · researched from the manufacturer’s published pages by Tom

What’s in it

Amounts are shown only where the manufacturer publishes them. Anything without a figure is undisclosed — and for an active ingredient, an undisclosed dose is the central problem with this category.

  • Probiotic blend10 billion CFU

    Enteric coated for acid survival

How the manufacturer says it works

Jarrow positions its probiotic range on stated CFU counts and delivery format, with enteric coating to protect organisms through the stomach.

What the evidence actually supports

Putting the CFU count in the product name makes the key specification unavoidable. Enteric coating is a genuine technical response to the fact that stomach acid destroys most bacteria before they reach the colon.

Where that evidence stops

Individual strain doses within the blend are not published. Not positioned or evidenced as a weight management product.

Strengths and problems

Strengths

  • CFU count in the product name
  • Enteric coating addresses acid survival directly
  • Established manufacturer with a long track record

Problems

  • Individual strain doses within the blend are not published
  • Not positioned or evidenced for weight management
  • Warnings, allergens and refunds were not published

What the manufacturer publishes

Publishes 2 of 8 standard terms.

Intended use
Sold as a dietary supplement, not as a treatment for any condition.
Directions
Not publicly disclosed on the pages we captured.
Warnings
Not publicly disclosed on the pages we captured.
Allergens
Not publicly disclosed on the pages we captured.
Third-party testing
Not publicly disclosed on the pages we captured.
Pricing
$29.99 at capture; free shipping over $59.
Subscription
Not publicly disclosed on the pages we captured.
Refunds
Not publicly disclosed on the pages we captured.
Shipping
States free shipping on orders over $59.

May suit

Someone who wants a well-specified general probiotic with acid-resistant delivery.

Do not use if

  • You are immunocompromised, critically ill, or have a central venous catheter
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding without checking with a clinician

Sources

Captured . Manufacturer pages change — check the current version before relying on anything.