Generic name:lactobacillus acidophilus and bulgaricus [ LAK-toe-ba-SIL-us-AS-sid-OFF-il-us-and-bul-GAR-ik-us ]
Brand names: BD Lactinex, Floranex
Drug classes:Antidiarrheals, Probiotics
What is Floranex?
Lactobacillus is a bacteria that exists naturally in the body, primarily in the intestines and the vagina. Lactobacillus helps maintain an acidic environment in the body, which can prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Lactobacillus has been used as a probiotic, or "friendly bacteria."
Acidophilus and bulgaricus (helveticus) are two different types of lactobacillus that are combined in this product.
Floranex has been used as a probiotic to aid in digestion, to prevent diarrhea, and to relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. This medicine may work by helping the body maintain normal consistency of bacteria in the stomach and intestines.
Floranex has not been approved by the FDA to treat any disease, and it should not be substituted for prescription medications.
Floranex 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.
Floranex may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.
Warnings
You should not use this product if you are allergic to soy products or if you are lactose intolerant.
