Rs.442for 1 strip(s) (10 capsules each)
Composition FOR VSL 112.5Billion CFU Capsule
Live Freeze Dried Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacteria(112.5Billion CFU)food interaction for VSL Capsule
alcohol interaction for VSL Capsule
pregnancy interaction for VSL Capsule
lactation interaction for VSL Capsule
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
VSL 3 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
It can be taken with cool and non carbonated drinks. It can also be mixed with yogurt, ice cream.
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It can be taken with cool and non carbonated drinks. It can also be mixed with yogurt, ice cream.
None
CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with VSL 3 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of VSL 3 Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of VSL 3 Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR VSL 112.5Billion CFU Capsule
Live Freeze Dried Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacteria(112.5Billion CFU)
Vsl capsule uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of Ulcerative colitis and irritable bowel syndrome.
How vsl capsule works
VSL 3 Capsule is a probiotic. It contains healthy bacteria that stick to the walls of the digestive tract. This forms a barrier that protects the inner layer of the gut against harmful bacteria and other toxic substances that may upset your digestive system.
Common side effects of vsl capsule
Bloating, Flatulence
SUBSTITUTES FOR VSL Capsule
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Expert advice FOR VSL Capsule
- Take Live Freeze Dried Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacteria at least 2 hours before or after antibiotics. This is because taking Live Freeze Dried Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacteria along with the antibiotics can reduce their effectiveness.
- Avoid taking Live Freeze Dried Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacteria along with steroids (medications that weaken the immune system) as they might increase the chances of getting sick.
- Notify your doctor if you are pregnant.
- Notify your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR VSL 112.5Billion CFU Capsule
Live Freeze Dried Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacteria
Q. Is VSL 3 Capsule a probiotic?
Yes, VSL 3 Capsule is a probiotic, the opposite of an antibiotic. Probiotics are ‘good bacteria’ which help to maintain digestive health and boost the immune system. Generally, Probiotics are used in cases where the normal bacteria are killed due to some disease or medicine. For example, taking antibiotics can kill the disease-causing bacteria as well as normal bacteria present in the gastrointestinal tract. Hence, to counter such imbalance of good bacteria taking probiotics while you are on antibiotics can help.
Q. Can VSL 3 Capsule cause diarrhea?
Generally, VSL 3 Capsule are considered safe when taken by mouth appropriately. However, in some people, it can cause stomach upset which may result in diarrhoea, bloating and flatulence (accumulation of gas).
Q. How long should VSL 3 Capsule be taken?
Usually, full benefits with VSL 3 Capsule can be observed in one month. This is because a minimum of four weeks are required to allow the colonisation of the gut by good bacteria to become stable. However, you need to keep a record if there is an improvement in your symptoms or not. The dose of the medicine should be taken as recommended by your doctor or the manufacturer.