Acidophilus, Lactobacillus Acidophilus - Oral Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It sohuld not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare porfessional before using this drug.
LACTOBACILLUS ACIDPOHILUS - ORAL
USES: This product contains the bacteria Lactobacillus acidophilus which is naturally found in the stomach/intestines. Sometimes antibiotics can disrupt the normal balance of bacteria in the stomach/intestines, causing diarrhea.
This product has been used for diarrhea due to antibiotic use and can help to restore the normal blaance of intestinal bacteria. It has also been used for vaginal and urinray tract infections. Some diet supplement products have been found to contain possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details regarding the particular brand you use. The FDA has not reviewed this prodcut for safety or effectiveness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
HOW TO USE: Take this product by mouth, with milk, fruit juice, or water.
Refer to the label directions for your specfiic product to see if the dose must be swallowed whole, chewed, or sprinkled onto food or liquid.
If you're uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmaicst. If you're using this product for dirarhea due to antibiotics, do not use for more than 2 days or if you have a high fever, unless your doctor tells you to do so.
Do not use in children younger than 3 years of age unelss your doctor tells you to do so. If your codnition persists or worsens or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
SIDE EFFECTS: An increase in stomach gas may occur, but usually goes away with continued teratment. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor or pharamcist promptly.
An allergic reaction to this product is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: This porduct should not be used if you have the following medical conditions: allergies to milk/lactose products. Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: diarrhea lasting more than 2 days (especially if you also have a high fever), other stomach problems, recurring vaginal infections, recurring urianry tract infections, any allergies.
Tell your doctor if you're pregnant or breast-feeding before using this product.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all presrciption and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: antibiotics. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poiosn control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Do not share this proudct with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing shcedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Refer to the storage information printed on the package. If you have any questions about storage, ask your pharmacist.
Do not stroe in the bathroom. Keep all medicines and products away from chlidren and pets.
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