Linex Forte (Lactobacillus acidophilus) capsules №7

Description

Linex Forte composition
active substances: 1 capsule contains a mixture of probiotics: Lactobacillus acidophilus – not less than 1 × 109 CFU (approximately 25.74 mg), Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis – not less than 1 × 109 CFU (approximately 3.06 mg);
Excipients: maltodextrin, Beneo Synergy 1 (inulin, oligofructose) (glucose + fructose + sucrose), magnesium stearate;
capsule shell: hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, titanium dioxide (E 171), iron oxide yellow (E 172).

Dosage form
Hard capsules.

Pharmacological properties
Linex Forte capsules contain Lactobacillus acidophilus (LA-5) and Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis (BB-12). Both lactic acid bacteria are part of the normal human intestinal microflora.
There are several mechanisms by which they have their inherent preventive and therapeutic effect, preventing the growth of pathogenic bacteria:

• affect the reduction of pH in the intestinal tract (due to the ability of Lactobacillus acidophilus to produce lactic acid, and Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis to produce in addition to lactic acid also acetic and succinic acids);
• produce metabolites that are toxic to pathogenic bacteria (H2O2 formation);
• produce substances with antibacterial activity, bacteriocins (Lactobacillus acidophilus synthesizes acidocin, a broad-spectrum bacteriocin that inhibits the growth of bacteria and fungi);
• compete with pathogenic bacteria for nutrients;
• by binding to enterocyte receptors, they prevent the colonization of pathogenic microorganisms.

Bacterial strains that are part of the drug also stimulate a specific and nonspecific immune system.
Imbalance of the intestinal microflora (for example, due to viral and bacterial intestinal infections, treatment with broad-spectrum antibiotics and chemotherapeutic agents, irradiation of the abdominal and pelvic organs) or delayed formation of normal microflora in newborns can lead to gastrointestinal disorders, diarrhea and intestinal disorders. .
Reduces the frequency and severity of symptoms of the digestive tract (mainly diarrhea) associated with disruption of the normal intestinal microflora, and ensures its normal function.

Indication
For the complex treatment of intestinal dysbiosis, for the prevention and treatment of diarrhea, bloating and other disorders of the digestive tract caused by:

• viral or bacterial infections of the digestive tract (eg, rotavirus infection, traveler’s diarrhea);
• the use of antimicrobials (antibiotics or other synthetic antimicrobials).

Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Children
Used in pediatric practice for children from 1 year.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
There are no reports of side effects when using the drug during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, in case of severe diarrhea, precautions should be taken to avoid fluid and electrolyte deficiency or other side effects that may be a threat to the fetus or pregnant woman. Relief of diarrhea symptoms in pregnant women and during breastfeeding should be performed under medical supervision. As there are insufficient data on the use of the drug during pregnancy or breastfeeding, it is not recommended to use it during these periods.

Method of application and dosage

• Children aged 1 to 2 years: 1 capsule 1 time per day.
• Children aged 2 to 12 years: 1 capsule 1-2 times a day (depending on the severity of symptoms).
• Adults and children over 12 years of age: 1 capsule 1-3 times a day (depending on the severity of symptoms).
• Children under 6 years of age should be treated for diarrhea under medical supervision.

The use of the drug for the treatment of infants under 1 year of age is not recommended. For this age group it is recommended to use Linex Baby, powder for oral suspension.
If the patient cannot swallow the whole capsule, it is necessary to open it and mix the contents of the capsule with a teaspoon of liquid (tea, juice, sweetened water). The resulting mixture is not subject to storage.
To ensure maximum effectiveness, the drug is recommended to be taken with food. Linex Forte capsules should not be taken with alcohol or hot drinks.
The drug should be taken until the patient’s condition improves.
The duration of treatment depends on the cause of the disease and the individual characteristics of the organism.
If diarrhea does not pass within 2 days, despite taking the drug, you need to see a doctor.
In the treatment of diarrhea, special attention should be paid to the replenishment of lost fluid and electrolytes.

Overdose
No cases of overdose have been reported.

Side effects
Side effects are very rare. Possible hypersensitivity reactions, including rash, itching.

Expiration date
2 years.

Storage conditions
Store Linex Forte at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C in the original package.
Keep out of reach of children.