LINEX capsules 1×16 cps, medicine with lactic acid bacteria

Description: LINEX capsules 1×16 cps, medicine with lactic acid bacteria

The capsules contain three different types of lyophilized lactic acid bacteria that regulate the physiological (natural) balance of the intestinal microflora and are resistant to antibiotics and chemotherapeutic agents. They are used for supportive treatment of diarrhea, bloating and other digestive disorders occurring in:

• infections of bacterial and viral origin in the gastrointestinal tract of infants, children and adults,
• treatment with broad-spectrum antibiotics and chemotherapeutics,
• irradiation of organs located in the abdominal cavity and pelvis.

Method of use

Dosage and dosage schedules

Adults and adolescents over 12 years of age: 2 capsules 3 times a day.
Children aged 2 to 12 years: 1-2 capsules 3 times a day.
Infants and children up to 2 years of age: 1 capsule 3 times a day. Diarrhea in children under 3 years of age should not be treated without a doctor's supervision.

If the condition (especially diarrhea) does not improve after 2 days, the patient must see a doctor.

Capsules should be taken 3 hours after taking an antibiotic or chemotherapy drug.

Method of use

The capsules should be taken with a small amount of water and taken after meals. Capsules must not be taken with hot drinks.

For children who cannot or do not swallow, the contents of the capsule are poured onto a spoon and mixed with a little liquid.

Notice

Due to the lack of data on the safety of this drug, its use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended.
Relief of diarrhea during pregnancy and breastfeeding must be done under medical supervision.
Capsules must not be taken with alcohol.
Fluid and electrolyte replacement is important during the treatment of diarrhea.
The bacteria in the capsules are resistant to antibiotics and chemotherapy drugs.
Capsules contain lactose.
Further special warnings are given in the SPC (section 4.4).

Active ingredients

Lactobacillus acidophilus (probiotics), Bifidobacterium infantis (probiotics), Enterococcus faecium (probiotics)