Bifidobacterium and lactobacillus

Generic name: bifidobacterium and lactobacillus [ BIF-eye-doe-bak-TEER-ee-um-and-LAK-toe-ba-SIL-us ]
Brand names: Controlled Delivery Probiotic, Florajen3, Nature's Bounty Probiotic, Phillips Colon Health, Primadophilus Bifidus, ... show all 25 brands Probiotic Formula, Prodigen, Provella, Zelac, ReZyst IM, Healthy Colon, Primadophilus Children, Rezyst, Probiotic + Colostrum, Daily Digestive 5X Probiotic, Ultimate Flora, Florajen Kids, Florajen InstitutionalPak, BaciCap, Envive, FloraTummys Probiotic Sprinkles, TruBiotics, TruBiotics Digestive, Trubiotics Digestive+Immune Health, Trubiotics Kids Digestive+Immune Health
Dosage forms: oral capsule (-); oral powder for reconstitution (-); oral tablet (-)
Drug class:Probiotics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Feb 14, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is bifidobacterium and lactobacillus?

Bifidobacterium and lactobacillus is a medical food used as a probiotic, or "friendly bacteria" to maintain a healthy digestive tract (stomach and intestines). It may also help maintain healthy bacteria in the vagina.

Bifidobacterium and lactobacillus is used in people with irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, or an ileal pouch. Bifidobacterium and lactobacillus is also used in women to support vaginal health.

Not all uses for bifidobacterium and lactobacillus have been approved by the FDA. Bifidobacterium and lactobacillus should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.

Bifidobacterium and lactobacillus may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.

Warnings

Do not use this product without medical advice. Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

Before using bifidobacterium and lactobacillus, talk to your healthcare provider. You may not be able to use bifidobacterium and lactobacillus if you have certain medical conditions.

Bifidobacterium and lactobacillus is available in capsule, tablet, powder, and chewable tablet formulations. Do not use different formulations at the same time without medical advice.

Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have:

• milk allergy or lactose intolerance; or

• if you are taking an antibiotic medication.

Ask a doctor before using bifidobacterium and lactobacillus if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.<