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The Promise

Not all probiotics
are created equal.

Most probiotics don’t survive the journey to your gut. Digestive Defense™ uses an acid-resistant, shelf-stable, spore-forming strain proven to implant and thrive — with no bloating, no refrigeration required.

No Bloating or Gas

Formulated to implant without the digestive discomfort commonly associated with inferior probiotic strains. No adjustment period. No drama.

Clinically Studied Strain

Lactospore® (Bacillus coagulans) is selected based on peer-reviewed evidence for survivability through stomach acid and successful intestinal implantation.

100% Vegetarian

Fully plant-derived — no animal products, no artificial coatings, no unnecessary additives. Clean formulation from capsule to culture.

No Refrigeration

Shelf-stable technology ensures potency at room temperature — so your probiotic travels with you and works when you need it.

Why it Works

What your gut
can do for you.


01

Better Digestion

Balanced gut microflora supports efficient digestion and nutrient absorption, alleviating bloating, constipation, and irregularity.


02

Immune Defense

A significant portion of your immune system resides in your gut. Probiotics help fortify your body’s natural defenses against harmful pathogens.


03

Gut–Brain Axis

Emerging research links gut health to mood and cognitive function. Balanced microflora may reduce anxiety and support mental clarity.


04

Radiant Skin

Gut balance reduces systemic inflammation and improves toxin elimination — reflecting outward in clearer, healthier-looking skin.

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YOUR PROTOCOL

Make it your method,
not just a habit

Digestive Defenseâ„¢ works best with intention. Hover each card to see the science behind the protocol.

Take With Breakfast MORNING

Take With Breakfast

PRIME YOUR GUT FOR THE DAY.

Take 1 capsule with your morning meal. Food helps buffer stomach acid and supports probiotic survival and implantation in the intestinal lining.*

WHY IT WORKS

Probiotics are most effective when introduced alongside food, which stabilizes gastric pH and provides substrate for bacterial metabolism.*

No Refrigeration Needed ANYTIME

No Refrigeration Needed

YOUR ROUTINE, SIMPLIFIED.

Shelf-stable technology means Digestive Defense™ travels with you — no cold pack, no hassle. Consistency is everything with probiotics.

WHY IT WORKS

The spore-forming nature of Bacillus coagulans keeps the culture viable at room temperature, eliminating one of the biggest barriers to probiotic compliance.

Restore Balance POST-ANTIBIOTICS

Restore Balance

REBALANCE WHAT ANTIBIOTICS DISRUPTED.

Take 3 capsules daily for 2–4 weeks after completing an antibiotic course to help restore beneficial microflora and gut balance.*

WHY IT WORKS

Antibiotics eliminate both harmful and beneficial bacteria. Bacillus coagulans is a spore-forming probiotic studied for its ability to survive stomach acid and help re-establish healthy microflora after a course of antibiotics.*

HOW TO TAKE IT

Simple by design. Effective by science.

One capsule, three times daily with meals. That's the entire protocol — no stacking, no timing complexity.

SERVING SIZE 1 Capsule · 2.25B Cells
BEST TAKEN With Meals · 3× Daily
PER BOTTLE 90 Capsules · 30-Day Supply

What's Inside

What's inside,
and why it matters.

The Core Strain 150 mg

Bacillus coagulans (Lactospore®)

A spore-forming, lactic-acid-producing probiotic — formerly classified as Lactobacillus sporogenes. The spore coat shields the organism through stomach acid, then germinates in the intestine to support a healthy balance of microflora and normal gastrointestinal function.*

Patented Lactospore® · Spore-Forming

Bacillus coagulans (Lactospore®) · 2.25 billion friendly bacteria cells per capsule. View Supplement Facts →

Bacillus coagulans (Lactospore®)
Why No Refrigeration Acid-Stable

Spore-Coat Survival

The protective spore coat keeps the culture viable at room temperature and resistant to gastric acidity. It survives transit, then swells and germinates once it reaches the intestine — delivering live organisms exactly where they are needed.*

Heat Stable · Gastric-Acid Resistant

Bacillus coagulans (Lactospore®) · 2.25 billion friendly bacteria cells per capsule. View Supplement Facts →

Spore-Coat Survival
Clean Filler Excipient

Rice Flour

A simple, hypoallergenic plant filler used to fill the capsule. The formula contains no dairy, wheat, yeast, corn, sugar, starch, soy, or preservatives — nothing that interferes with the culture.

Hypoallergenic · Allergen-Free

Bacillus coagulans (Lactospore®) · 2.25 billion friendly bacteria cells per capsule. View Supplement Facts →

Rice Flour
The Delivery System HPMC

100% plant-based. Zero compromise.

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose — a plant-derived, shelf-stable capsule shell with no gelatin and no artificial coatings. Protects the probiotic culture during transit and dissolves cleanly in the intestine.

Plant-Derived · Shelf-Stable

Bacillus coagulans (Lactospore®) · 2.25 billion friendly bacteria cells per capsule. View Supplement Facts →

Vegetarian Capsule
Dr. Devin Ryerson

Dr. Devin Ryerson

Founder & Chief Curator · Est. 1999

Why It Matters

Built by someone with
personal stakes in it.

Devin started Pure Prescriptions in 1999 after battling Hodgkin's Lymphoma and losing his father to leukemia. That experience made him the most stubborn kind of formulator — one who refuses to ship anything he wouldn't take himself.

Every ingredient here earned its place through clinical evidence, third-party testing, and that same personal lens — the five collagen types, the organic fruiting-body mushrooms, the co-factors. Nothing is decorative.

25+Years FamilyOwned 100%Independent

"Pure Prescriptions has always been more personal than corporate. Built by family. Still independent."

Our Story

The Science

70% of your immune
system lives in your gut.

The gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT) is your body’s largest immune organ. A balanced microbiome doesn’t just support digestion — it helps train immune cells, supports a balanced inflammatory response, and communicates directly with the brain via the vagus nerve.*

Digestive Defenseâ„¢ delivers a spore-forming probiotic (Bacillus coagulans) selected for its ability to survive stomach acid, germinate in the intestine, and support a healthy balance of microflora and immune function.*

Digestive healthDigestion · Microflora · Immune

Common Questions

Frequently asked
questions.

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Protocol Pairings

Better together.

Dr. Devin Ryerson

Digestive Defense™ works best with intention. Hover each card to see the science behind the protocol.

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Supplement Facts:
Suggested Use: One capsule three times per day or as recommended by your healthcare professional.
Each capsule contains:
Ingredients AMT %DV
Lactospore® Providing 2.25 billion friendly bacteria cells from Bacillus coagulans** 150 mg -
Other Ingredients: Rice flour to fill capsule requirement. Contains no dairy, wheat, yeast, corn, sugar, starch, soy or preservatives. **Bacillus coagulans is also known as Lactobacilus sporogenes
(-) There is no %DV or the manufacturer has not provided this data.