Find the complete strain pair
The inspected Jarrow formula lists Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GR-1 and Limosilactobacillus reuteri RC-14. Older labels and articles may use Lactobacillus names. Its one-billion-CFU statement describes the combined blend, not one billion of each strain. [1][2]
A label match is not a universal best-product verdict
Probiotic evidence depends on the organism, intended condition and preparation. Confirming these two codes establishes a formulation match; it does not establish superiority over all other products or prove that a supplement treats an active urinary or vaginal infection. Product marketing and a diagnosis are different kinds of information. [2][1]
Compare the package you will actually use
Imagine choosing between a product listing these exact codes and one listing only rhamnosus and reuteri. The second label does not establish the same strains. Check the current serving, expiry and storage directions as well: the inspected shelf-stable Jarrow product specifies cool, dry storage at or below 25°C. [1][2]
| Check | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| GR-1 and RC-14 both listed | Matches the named pair |
| Species without codes | Strain identity remains unverified |
| Combined CFU | Do not assign the total to each strain |

Sources for this article
- Fem-Dophilus® 1 Billion CFU Women's Probiotic | Jarrow
Source consulted: 2026-09-20. This is a reference resource, not a claim that we conducted the studies or tested a product. - Probiotics - Health Professional Fact Sheet
Source consulted: 2026-09-20. This is a reference resource, not a claim that we conducted the studies or tested a product.