Bacid (LAC)
Generic name:lactobacillus acidophilus [ LAK-toe-ba-SIL-us-AS-sid-OFF-il-us ]
Brand names: Acidophilus, Bacid (LAC), Florajen, Flora-Q, Lactinex,
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Drug classes:Antidiarrheals, Probiotics
What is Bacid (LAC)?
Bacid (LAC) is a bacteria that exists naturally in the body, primarily in the intestines and the vagina. This medicine has been used as a probiotic, or "friendly bacteria."
Bacid (LAC) has been used in alternative medicine as a likely effective aid in treating diarrhea in children with rotavirus.
Bacid (LAC) has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid (in children or adults) in preventing diarrhea caused by antibiotics, travel, chemotherapy, or hospitalization. This medicine is also possibly effective in treating irritable bowel syndrome, bacterial vaginal infection, colic in babies, lung infections in children, skin problems in children who are allergic to milk, and other conditions.
Bacid (LAC) has also been used to treat lactose intolerance, Crohn's disease, overgrowth of bacteria in the intestines, or vaginal yeast infections caused by antibiotics. However, research has shown that this medicine may not be effective in treating these conditions.
Other uses not proven with research have included treating indigestion, urinary tract infections, intestinal problems in premature babies, high cholesterol, lyme disease, cold sores, acne, cancer, the common cold, and other conditions.
It is not certain whether Bacid (LAC) is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. This medicine should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Bacid (LAC) is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Bacid (LAC) may also be used for other purposes not li
