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Probiotics

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Also known as: AcidophilusLactobacillus acidophilusLactobacillus bifidusLactobacillus bulgaricusLactobacillus caseiLactobacillus rhamnosus

Oral Uses

  • Diarrhea RatingRatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics alleviate diarrhea; alleviate bacteria related diarrhea, virus related diarrhea, antibiotic related diarrhea, chemotherapy induced diarrhea, radiation therapy induced diarrhea, HIV associated diarrhea, traveler's diarrhea; reduce duration and severity; used for prevention and treatment. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, when you have diarrhea, for many weeks.

  • Peptic ulcer RatingRatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics inhibit H. Pylorii growth; alleviate stomach pain; alleviate symptoms. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Vaginitis RatingRatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics fight fungus; inhibit bacteria growth; enhance immune system; alleviate symptoms; used for prevention and treatment. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Acne RatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics reduce acne outbreaks; efficient specially for adolescent acne. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Breast-feeding support RatingRatingRatingRating

    If used by breast-feeding mother, probiotics prevent allergy and allergic reactions in children. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, during breast feeding period, as suggested on the label.

  • Candidiasis RatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics fights fungus; reduce yeast in intestine; establishe proper intestinal flora. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Colic RatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics alleviate pain; improve digestion; facilitate absorption of food allergens; prevent allergy and allergic reactions in children. Give infants probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Antidiarrheic RatingRatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are antidiarrheic; they alleviate diarrhea; alleviate bacteria related diarrhea, virus related diarrhea, antibiotic related diarrhea, chemotherapy induced diarrhea, radiation therapy induced diarrhea, HIV associated diarrhea, traveler's diarrhea. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses when you have diarrhea as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antifungal RatingRatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are antifungal; they fight fungus. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Anti-infectious RatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are anti-infectious; they fight infection. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antibacterial RatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are antibacterial; they inhibit bacteria growth. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Antibiotic RatingRatingRating

    Probiotics have antibiotic like properties. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Carminative RatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are carminative; they help eliminate gas. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Digestive RatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are digestive; they improve and stimulate digestion. Take probiotics daily, in divided doses, for many months, as suggested on the label.

Topical Uses

  • Vaginitis RatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are antifungal; they fight fungus; reduce yeast locally; inhibit bacteria growth; alleviate symptoms. Apply probiotics containing vaginal suppository or vaginal douche daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Yeast infection RatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are antifungal; they fight fungus; reduce yeast locally; alleviate symptoms. Apply probiotics containing vaginal suppository or vaginal douche daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Canker sores RatingRatingRating

    Probiotics accelerate healing. Use probiotics containing mouthwashes 2-3 times daily, as suggested on the label.

Topical Actions

  • Action - Antifungal RatingRatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are antifungal; they fight fungus. Apply probiotics containing topical preparation 2-5 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

  • Action - Anti-infectious RatingRatingRating

    Probiotics are anti-infectious; they fight infection. Apply probiotics containing topical preparation 2-5 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

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