Intestinex (Oral)

Generic name:lactobacillus acidophilus (oral route) [ lak-toe-bah-SIL-us-as-i-DAH-fil-us ]
Drug classes:Antidiarrheals, Probiotics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 3, 2022.

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Dofus
• Intestinex
• M.F.A.
• Novaflor
• Probiata
• Superdophilus

Available Dosage Forms:

• Capsule
• Tablet
• Wafer
• Tablet, Chewable
• Powder for Suspension

Therapeutic Class: Probiotic

Uses for Intestinex

Lactobacillus acidophilus is a probiotic that is used to help maintain the number of healthy bacteria in your stomach and intestines.

This supplement is available without a prescription.

Before using Intestinex

If you are taking this dietary supplement without a prescription, carefully read and follow any precautions on the label. For this supplement, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of lactobacillus acidophilus in pediatric patients.

Geriatric

No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of lactobacillus acidophilus in geriatric patients.

Breastfeeding

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Interactions with medicines

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Proper use of Intestinex

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain lactobacillus acidophilus. It may not be specific to Intestinex. Please read with care.

Follow the instructions on the product's label if you are using this supplement.

You may take it with or without food.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the av...