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VSL#3

Generic name: bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, and streptococcus

Last updated November 3, 2026 0 views
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What is VSL#3?

VSL # 3 is a medical food made use of as a probiotic, or "friendly bacteria" to maintain a healthy digestive system tract (stomach and intestinal tracts).

VSL # 3 is used in individuals with irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, or an ileal bag.

Not all usages for VSL # 3 have actually been approved by the FDA. This product should not be utilized in place of drug suggested for you by your doctor.

VSL # 3 may likewise be made use of for purposes not noted in this item guide.

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How should I take VSL#3?

Usage exactly as routed on the tag, or as recommended by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller sized quantities or for longer than recommended. Your doctor might sometimes change your dose.

Inspect your product tag to see whether you should take this item with or without food.

Mix the oral powder with chilly water or a non-carbonated drink or soft food (applesauce, yogurt, gelato). Consume or consume this blend right away. Do not save it for later use.

You might likewise open the capsule and sprinkle the probiotic right into a chilly beverage or cool soft food, complying with the same directions for the oral powder.

Mix this product just with a chilly liquid or soft food.

Call your medical professional if your symptoms do not boost, or if they become worse while making use of VSL # 3.

Store this item in the fridge, do not ice up. Heat or humidity might impact the real-time germs in this product, making it less efficient.

Throw out this product if the expiration day on the label has actually passed.

If you need to save this product out of a refrigerator, it will certainly maintain for approximately 2 weeks at room temperature without affecting the real-time germs. Protect the probiotic from warm, moisture, and direct light.

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Warnings

Do not use this item without medical advice. Adhere to all instructions on the item label and package. Inform each of your doctor about all your clinical problems, allergies, and all medications you make use of.

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Before taking this medicine

Prior to utilizing this product, speak to your doctor. You might not be able to utilize VSL # 3 if you have particular medical conditions.

VSL # 3 is offered in pill, tablet, powder, and chewable tablet formulations. Do not utilize different formulations at the exact same time without clinical recommendations.

Ask a physician, pharmacist, or other doctor if it is risk-free for you to use this item if you have:

  • milk allergic reaction or lactose intolerance; or
  • if you are taking an antibiotic medication.

It is not known whether VSL # 3 will certainly damage an unborn baby. Do not use this item without clinical recommendations if you are expectant.

It is not recognized whether bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, and streptococcus passes into breast milk or if it might harm a nursing baby. Do not use this product without clinical suggestions if you are breast-feeding a child.

Do not give any type of herbal/health supplement to a child without medical recommendations.

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VSL#3 side effects

Get emergency medical aid if you have signs of an allergy: hives; tough breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Usual adverse effects of VSL # 3 might include:

  • belly bloating or discomfort.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others might take place. Call your medical professional for clinical suggestions about negative effects. You may report negative effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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What happens if I miss a dose?

Avoid the missed dose if it is almost time for your next set up dosage. Do not take added VSL # 3 to comprise the missed out on dosage.

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What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency situation medical interest or call the Toxin Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Do not mix the oral powder with hot liquids or foods.

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What other drugs will affect VSL#3?

Other medicines might interact with bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, and streptococcus, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal items. Inform each of your health care providers regarding all medications you utilize now and any type of medication you start or quit making use of.

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