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Florajen, Lactinex

Lactobacillus acidophilus

Florajen, Lactinex - Lactobacillus acidophilus

Bharat Pothuri Medically Reviewed by Dr. Bharat Pothuri, MD, FACG
Generic Name
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Drug Class
Probiotic blend (VSL#3-like formulation)
Availability
OTC/Supplement
Manufacturer
Various
Indications
IBD, IBS, AAD, infectious diarrhea
Type
Capsule, Tablet
Doses
2-4 billion CFU/day
Route
Oral
Side Effects
Bloating, gas, rare allergic reactions
Interactions
May reduce GI inflammation; limited systemic interaction
Overdose
Safe; excessive doses may cause bloating.
Missed Dose
Take as convenient.
Contraindications
Severe immunocompromised states
Alternatives
L. reuteri, B. infantis
Co-Pay Assistance Program
Available OTC
Patient Assistance Program
Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

And what is the place of Lactobacillus acidophilus?

Lactobacillus acidophilus is used to enhance the healthy gut growth, digestive and immune system.

Mechanism: Lactobacillus acidophilus has not been elucidated well as far as mechanism of action is concerned.

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a producer of lactic acid that prevents the development of harmful bacteria and provides the right balance of the microflora of the intestines.

What are the benefits of the Lactobacillus acidophilus?

The lactobacillus acidophilus will aid in the digestive system flow, diarrhea, constipation, bloated and gaseous.

Does Lactobacillus acidophilus have any benefit in IBS?

As a matter of fact, Lactobacillus acidophilus may be applied in the treatment of some of the side effects of IBS like bloating, gas and diarrhea.

Lactobacillus acidophilus can be used with antibiotics?

Yes, but that the action of antibiotics and Lactobacillus acidophilus may not proceed concomitantly, there must be at least 2 hours interval between the two, or the action may be reduced.

Does Lactobacillus acidophilus have any side effects?

It has rare side effects that might include mild food discomfort, bloating/gas.

Is Safety Lactobacillus acidophilus a safe drug during pregnancy?

Lactobacillus acidophilus is not that often toxic, yet it should only be used by pregnant people.

What will happen in case, I will forget to take Lactobacillus acidophilus?

Where you forget to take the doses (in case of forgetting), you are to take the doses at once when you are mindful that you forgot to take the doses except where it is nearly time to take the subsequent doses.

Is Lactobacillus acidophilus appropriate on a long-term basis?

Lactobacillus acidophilus can be administered on long-term basis but it is better you should consult your doctor on the long-term usage of the same.

How does Lactobacillus acidophilus store itself?

Store Lactobacillus acidophilus in dry cool place; and refrigeration on order as per product specification.