Lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus
Generic name: lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus [ LAK-toe-ba-SIL-us-AS-sid-OFF-il-us-and-bul-GAR-ik-us ]
Brand names: BD Lactinex, Floranex
Dosage forms: oral granule (-); oral powder (-); oral tablet (-); oral tablet, chewable (-)
Drug classes:Antidiarrheals, Probiotics
What is lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus?
Lactobacillus is a bacteria that exists naturally in the body, primarily in the intestines and the vagina. Lactobacillus helps maintain an acidic environment in the body, which can prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Lactobacillus has been used as a probiotic, or "friendly bacteria."
Acidophilus and bulgaricus (helveticus) are two different types of lactobacillus that are combined in this product.
Lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus has been used as a probiotic to aid in digestion, to prevent diarrhea, and to relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus may work by helping the body maintain normal consistency of bacteria in the stomach and intestines.
Lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus has not been approved by the FDA to treat any disease, and it should not be substituted for prescription medications.
Lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.
Warnings
You should not use this product if you are allergic to soy products or if you are lactose intolerant.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus if you are allergic to soy products or if you are lactose intolerant.
Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have asthma or allergies.
If you are diabetic, you should know that each packet of lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus granules contains 24 milligrams of sugar. Each tablet contains 12 mg of sugar.
Ask a doctor before using this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without the advice of a doctor.
