Lacteol Fort 5 Billion ( Lactobacillus LB ) 12 capsules 

Uses
Lacteol Forte capsule is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
Diarrhea
Irritable bowel syndrome
Long-lasting inflammation in the digestive tract
Sugar intolerance
Travelers diarrhea
Diarrhea associated with hospitalization
Antibiotic treatments
Cancer chemotherapy
Ulcers in the digestive tract
Infections of vagina
Skin diseases in infants and children who are allergic to cow's milk
Lacteol Forte capsule may also be used for purposes not listed here.

 
Side-effects
The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Lacteol Forte capsule. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
Gas
Bloating
Lacteol Forte capsule may also cause side-effects not listed here.
If you notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority.

 
Precautions
Before using Lacteol Forte capsule, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
Children below 3 years of age
Have AIDS, poor immunity, short bowel syndrome, or on medications to prevent rejection of organ transplant
Pregnant, planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding
Take this drug at least 2 hours before or after antibiotics

 
Interactions with Lacteol Forte capsule
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Lacteol Forte capsule may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Lacteol Forte capsule may interact with the following drugs and products:
Antibiotic drugs
Immunosuppressants

When not to use Lacteol Forte capsule
Hypersensitivity to Lacteol Forte capsule is a contraindication. In addition, Lacteol Forte capsule should not be used if you have the following conditions:
High fever
Hypersensitivity
Severe intestinal infection

 
Composition and Active Ingredients
Lacteol Forte capsule is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)
Lactobacillus
Please note that this medicine may be available in various strengths for each active ingredient listed above.

Packages and Strengths
Lacteol Forte capsule is available in the following packages and strengths
Lacteol Forte capsule - Packages: 12 capsules

Frequently asked Questions
Is Lacteol Forte capsule safe to use when pregnant?
Please consult with your doctor for case-specific recommendations.
Is Lacteol Forte capsule safe while breastfeeding?
Please discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Can Lacteol Forte capsule be used for diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome?
Yes, diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome are among the most common reported uses for Lacteol Forte capsule. Please do not use Lacteol Forte capsule for diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome without consulting first with your doctor. Click here and view survey results to find out what other patients report as common uses for Lacteol Forte capsule.
How long do I need to use Lacteol Forte capsule before I see improvement of my conditions?
TabletWise.com website users have reported same day and 1 day as the most common time it takes before they saw improvements in their conditions. These times may not be reflective of what you may experience or how you should use this medicine. Please consult with your doctor to check how long do you need to use Lacteol Forte capsule. Click here and view survey results to find out what other patients report as time for effectiveness for Lacteol Forte capsule.
At what frequency do I need to use Lacteol Forte capsule?
TabletWise.com website users have reported once a day and other as the most common frequency of using Lacteol Forte capsule. Please follow your doctor's advice on how often you need to Lacteol Forte capsule. Click here and view survey results to find out what other patients report as frequency of using Lacteol Forte capsule.
Should I use Lacteol Forte capsule empty stomach, before food or after food?
TabletWise.com website users have most commonly reported using Lacteol Forte capsule empty stomach. However, this may not be reflective of how you should use this medicine. Please follow your doctor's advice on how you should use this medicine. Click here and view survey results to find out what other patients report as timing of using Lacteol Forte capsule.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when using this product?
If you experience drowsiness, dizziness, hypotension or a headache as side-effects when using Lacteol Forte capsule medicine then it may not be safe to drive a vehicle or operate heavy machinery. One should not drive a vehicle if using the medicine makes you drowsy, dizzy or lowers your blood-pressure extensively. Pharmacists also advise patients not to drink alcohol with medicines as alcohol intensifies drowsiness side-effects. Please check for these effects on your body when using Lacteol Forte capsule. Always consult with your doctor for recommendations specific to your body and health conditions.
Is this medicine or product addictive or habit forming?
Most medicines don't come with a potential for addiction or abuse. Usually, government's categorizes medicines that can be addictive as controlled substances. Examples include schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US. Please consult the product package to make sure that the medicine does not belong to such special categorizations of medicines. Lastly, do not self-medicate and increase your body's dependence to medicines without the advice of a doctor.
Can i stop using this product immediately or do I have to slowly ween off the use?
Some medicines need to be tapered or cannot be stopped immediately because of rebound effects. Please consult with your doctor for recommendations specific to your body, health and other medications that you may be using.

 
Other important Information on Lacteol Forte capsule
Missing a dose
In case you miss a dose, use it as soon as you notice. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dosing schedule. Do not use extra dose to make up for a missed dose. If you are regularly missing doses, consider setting an alarm or asking a family member to remind you. Please consult your doctor to discuss changes in your dosing schedule or a new schedule to make up for missed doses, if you have missed too many doses recently.

Overdosage of Lacteol Forte capsule
Do not use more than prescribed dose. Taking more medication will not improve your symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects. If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of Lacteol Forte capsule, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. Bring a medicine box, container, or label with you to help doctors with necessary information.
Do not give your medicines to other people even if you know that they have the same condition or it seems that they may have similar conditions. This may lead to overdosage.
Please consult your physician or pharmacist or product package for more information.

Storage of Lacteol Forte capsule
Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into drainage unless instructed to do so. Medication discarded in this manner may contaminate the environment. Please consult your pharmacist or doctor for more details on how to safely discard Lacteol Forte capsule.

Expired Lacteol Forte capsule
Taking a single dose of expired Lacteol Forte capsule is unlikely to produce an adverse event. However, please discuss with your primary health provider or pharmacist for proper advice or if you feel unwell or sick. Expired drug may become ineffective in treating your prescribed conditions. To be on the safe side, it is important not to use expired drug. If you have a chronic illness that requires taking medicine constantly such as heart condition, seizures, and life-threatening allergies, you are much safer keeping in touch with your primary health care provider so that you can have a fresh supply of unexpired medications.

Dosage Information
Please consult your physician or pharmacist or refer to product package.

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