Probio 4 billion (Capsule)

Unit Price: ৳ 25.00 (5 x 6: ৳ 750.00)
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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Probiotic combination 4 billion
Company Square pharmaceuticals plc
Also available as
Probio for kids 4 billion powder

Indications

  • Diarrhea
  • Digestive discomfort
  • Lactose intolerance
  • Vaginal infection
  • Antibiotic associated diarrhea

Composition

  • Lactobacillus acidophilus (2 billion)
  • Lactobacillus bulgaricus (1 billion)
  • Bifidobacterium bifidum (1 billion)
  • Fructo-oligosaccharides (100 mg)

Description

  • Live microorganisms
  • Lactobacillus species
  • Bifidobacterium species
  • Intestinal microflora balance
  • L. acidophilus occurrence in food
  • L. acidophilus natural presence in intestines and vaginas
  • L. bulgaricus role in yogurt production
  • L. bulgaricus benefits for lactose intolerance
  • Bifidobacteria in human and animal colon
  • Bifidobacteria in breast-fed infants

Pharmacology

  • Probiotic activity studies
  • Gastrointestinal inflammation counter
  • Epithelial cell function improvement
  • Gastrointestinal pH reduction
  • Antibacterial effects
  • Competition with pathogens
  • Induction of regulatory T cells
  • Enhanced nonspecific immune phagocytic activity
  • Stimulation of IgA responses
  • Antioxidant ability

Dosage & Administration

  • 1 or 2 capsules 3 times daily
  • Physician's directions

Interaction

  • None well documented

Contraindications

  • Probiotics not advised in patients at risk of opportunistic infections
  • Probiotics not advised in patients with badly damaged GI tracts

Side Effects

  • No known toxicity or side-effects

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Unlikely reach to systemic circulation of fetus
  • Unlikely transfer into breast milk

Therapeutic Class

  • Probiotic

Storage Conditions

  • Store below 25°C
  • Dry place
  • Away from direct sunlight
  • Keep out of reach of children

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