What is Lactobacillus acidophilus?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is an acid producing bacteria that is available in dietary supplements to restore the normal intestinal flora.
What brand names are available for Lactobacillus acidophilus?
- Bacid,
- Culturelle,
- Dofus,
- Flora-Q,
- Floranex,
- Kala,
- Lactinex,
- Lacto-Bifidus,
- Lacto-Key,
- Lacto-Pectin,
- Lacto-TriBlend,
- Lactobacillus acidophilys and Bulgaricus,
- Megaophilus,
- MoreDophilus,
- Probiotica,
- RisaQuad,
- Superdophilus
Do I need a prescription for Lactobacillus acidophilus?
No
Is Lactobacillus acidophilus available as a generic drug?
Yes
Why is Lactobacillus acidophilus prescribed to patients?
Lactobacillus acidophilus is used to help re-establish the
normal gut or intestinal flora. It is used to restore intestinal flora, the loss
of which may be caused by antibiotic treatment and is associated with diarrhea.
What are the side effects of Lactobacillus acidophilus?
Common side effects include:
- bloating and
- flatulence (gas).
Other side effects include:
- constipation,
- hiccups,
- nausea,
- rash, and
- infection.
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According to the USDA, there is no difference between a “portion” and a “serving.”
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What is the dosage for Lactobacillus acidophilus?
Adults: Dosing varies by manufacturer. Some dosing examples include 1
to 2 capsules daily; 8 oz of yogurt twice daily; or 1 to 10 billion colony
forming units (CFU) daily divided in 3 to 4 doses.
Take at least 2 hours after receiving an antibiotic and continue for several
days after stopping antibiotic treatment.
Which drugs or supplements interact with Lactobacillus acidophilus?
No significant drug interactions reported.
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Is Lactobacillus acidophilus safe to use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Lactobacillus acidophilus has not been
adequately evaluated in pregnant women.
It is not known whether Lactobacillus
acidophilus is secreted into
breast milk.
What else should I know about Lactobacillus acidophilus?
What preparations of Lactobacillus acidophilus are available?
The bacteria are available in many different preparations –
Oral: capsules, caplets, chewable tablets, tablets, granules, powder. It is also
in dietary supplements and fermented foods such as yogurt.
How should I keep Lactobacillus acidophilus stored?
Lactobacillus preparationsshould be stored at 15-30°C.
How does Lactobacillus acidophilus work?
Lactobacillus acidophilus bacterial strains are normal
colonizers of the bowel and work by inhibiting or decreasing the growth of
harmful microorganisms in the gut by producing lactic acid. Preparations that
contain these bacteria are considered to be probiotics, dietary supplements that
contain live bacteria that when taken orally, restore beneficial bacteria to the
body (GI tract) and promote good health.