Lactobacillus

U.S. Brand Names
Bacid® [OTC]; Culturelle® [OTC]; Dofus [OTC]; Flora-Q™ [OTC]; Kala® [OTC]; Lactinex™ [OTC]; Lacto-Bifidus [OTC]; Lacto-Key [OTC]; Lacto-Pectin [OTC]; Lacto-TriBlend [OTC]; Megadophilus® [OTC]; MoreDophilus® [OTC]; Superdophilus® [OTC]

Canadian Brand Names
Bacid®; Fermalac

Mexican Brand Names
Lacteol Fort

Pharmacologic Category
Dietary Supplement; Probiotic

Reasons not to take this medicine
• If you have an allergy to Lactobacillus or any other part of this medicine.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.

What is this medicine used for?
• This medicine is used to treat diarrhea.

• This medicine is used to relieve excess gas in the gastrointestinal tract.

How does it work?
• Lactobacillus maintains the normal balance of bacteria and yeast in the gastrointestinal tract.

How is it best taken?
Tablets and capsules:
• Take this medicine with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.

• Swallow capsule whole. Do not chew or crush.

• You may sprinkle contents of capsule on soft food or liquid.