Does the Codeage Sleep Probiotic+ Need to Be Refrigerated?Updated an hour ago
The Codeage Sleep Probiotic+ is a shelf-stable formula — it does not require refrigeration. This is explicitly noted in the product description and is a key design feature of this formula.
What Does Shelf-Stable Mean for a Probiotic?
Shelf-stable probiotics are formulated to maintain viability at room temperature without the need for cold storage. This is achieved through a combination of strain selection, encapsulation technology, protective ingredients, and packaging designed to minimize moisture and oxygen exposure.
The Sleep Probiotic+ uses a methylcellulose vegetable capsule and includes Ascorbyl Palmitate — a fat-soluble form of Vitamin C commonly used as an antioxidant stabilizer in supplement manufacturing — as part of its protective system.
How Should I Store the Sleep Probiotic+?
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the bottle tightly sealed when not in use. Do not store in a bathroom or near a heat source. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Do not use if the product has been opened or tampered with in any way.
What Is the CFU Count?
The Sleep Probiotic+ contains a Probiotic Blend of 15 Billion CFU (Colony Forming Units) per serving, measured at the time of manufacture. CFU count is measured at time of manufacture and may naturally vary over time — this is standard across all probiotic supplements and is not specific to shelf-stable formats.
Does Shelf-Stable Mean the Probiotics Are Less Effective?
Not inherently. Shelf stability is achieved through formulation design and strain selection — not by sacrificing probiotic viability. Many of the most widely used probiotic strains in the supplement industry are available in shelf-stable forms. The three strains in the Sleep Probiotic+ — Lactiplantibacillus plantarum, Bifidobacterium longum, and Lactobacillus rhamnosus — are all well-established strains used in shelf-stable supplement formulations.
Codeage formulas are developed with care and may be subject to adjustments over time. We recommend checking the current product label or page for the most up-to-date ingredient and formulation information.
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