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Basic Information
Acidophilus is a bacterium found in yogurt, kefir and other
products.
Chemical this supplements contains: Enzymes, to aid digestion.
KNOWN EFFECTS
Helps maintain normal bacteria balance in lower intestines.
Kills monilia, yeast or fungus on contact.
Miscellaneous information:
Acidophilus is made by fermenting milk using a bacterium,
LACTOBACCILLUS ACIDOPHILUS, and other bacteria.
It is available as a liquid, in capsules or in milk products,
such as yogurt or kefir.
UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS
Lowers cholesterol.
Clears up skin problems.
Helps prevent vaginal yeast infections in women who take
antibiotics or who have diabetes.
Extends life span.
Helps digestion of milk and milk products in people with
lactase deficiency.
Enchances immunity.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if you:
Have intestinal problems except under a physician's
supervision.
Consult your doctor:
Before you use acidophilus in vaginal area for yeast
infections.
If you take any medicinal drugs or herbs including aspirin,
laxatives, cold and cough remedies, antacids, vitamins,
minerals, amino acids, supplements, other prescription or non-
prescription drugs.
Pregnancy:
Problems in pregnant women taking small or usual amounts have
not been proved. But the chance of problems does exist. Don't
use unless prescribed by your doctor.
Breast-feeding:
Problems in breast-fed infants of lactating mothers taking
small or usual amounts have not been proved. But the chance of
problems does exist. Don't use unless prescribed by your doctor.
Infants and children:
Treating infants and children under 2 with any supplement is
hazardous.
Storage:
Keep cool and dry, but don't freeze. Store safely away from
children.
Safe dosage:
At present no "safe" dosage has been established.
TOXICITY
Comparative-toxicity rating not available from standard
references.
ADVERSE REACTIONS, SIDE EFFECTS OR OVERDOSE SYMPTOMS
None expected
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