Lactovita Uses

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What is Lactovita?

Lactovita is a bacteria that exists naturally in the body, primarily in the intestines and the vagina. Lactovita has been used as a probiotic, or "friendly bacteria."

Lactovita has been used in alternative medicine as a likely effective aid in treating diarrhea in children with rotavirus.

Lactovita has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid (in children or adults) in preventing diarrhea caused by antibiotics, travel, chemotherapy, or hospitalization. Lactovita is also possibly effective in treating irritable bowel syndrome, bacterial vaginal infection, colic in babies, lung infections in children, skin problems in children who are allergic to milk, and other conditions.

Lactovita has also been used to treat lactose intolerance, Crohn's disease, overgrowth of bacteria in the intestines, or vaginal yeast infections caused by antibiotics. However, research has shown that Lactovita may not be effective in treating these conditions.

Other uses not proven with research have included treating indigestion, urinary tract infections, intestinal problems in premature babies, high cholesterol, lyme disease, cold sores, acne, cancer, the common cold, and other conditions.

It is not certain whether Lactovita is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Lactovita should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.

Lactovita 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.

Lactovita may also be used for other purposes not listed in this product guide.

Lactovita indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.
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It is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by the following sensitive bacteria: Lower respiratory infection, urinary tract infection, septicoemia, skin soft tissue infection, bone and joint infection, and infection prevention in operations. Preoperative injection of a single dose of 1g cefonicid sodium can reduce incidence rate of postoperative infections due to contamination during operation or potential contamination. The use of this product in abdominal delivery (after shearing abdominal stalk) can reduce incidence rate of postoperative infections

How should I use Lactovita?

Use Lactovita as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lactovita.

Uses of Lactovita in details

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.
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This product contains the bacteria Lactovita, which is naturally found in the stomach/intestines. Some conditions (such as antibiotic use) can cause problems with the normal balance of bacteria in the stomach/intestines, resulting in diarrhea. This product can help restore the normal balance of intestinal bacteria. This product has been used for diarrhea and other stomach/intestinal problems. It has also been used for vaginal and urinary tract infections.

Some diet supplement products have been found to contain possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details regarding the particular brand you use.

The FDA has not reviewed this product for safety or effectiveness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

How to use Lactovita

Take this product by mouth. Refer to the label directions for your specific product to see if it should be taken with or without food or liquids (such as milk, fruit juice, or water). Refer to the label directions for your specific product to see if the dose should be swallowed whole, chewed, sprinkled onto food or mixed with liquid. If you have questions about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you are using this product for diarrhea due to antibiotics, do not use for more than 2 days or if you have a high fever unless directed by your doctor.

Do not use in children younger than 3 years of age unless directed by your doctor.

If your condition persists or worsens or you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.

Lactovita dosage

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Cap Adult Initially 4 cap. Subsequent dose: 2 cap. Childn Initially 2 cap. Subsequent dose: 2 cap. To be taken bd. Sachet Initial dose: Adult 2 sachet. Childn 1-2 sachet. Infant 1 sachet. Subsequent dose: 1 sachet. To be taken bd.

Lactovita interactions

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What other drugs will affect Lactovita?

Lactovita is sensitive to anti-infectives.

Lactovita side effects

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What are the possible side effects of Lactovita?

An increase in stomach gas may occur, but usually goes away with continued treatment. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: signs of infection (such as high fever, chills).

A very serious allergic reaction to this product is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Lactovita contraindications

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What is the most important information I should know about Lactovita?

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Congenital galactosemia, glucose and lactose intolerance, lactase deficiency in patients with disabling. Hypersensitivity to this drug or one of its components Gynecological : Hypersensitivity. Estrogen-dependent tumors, endometriosis, vag hemorrhaging of unknown origin, females who are not yet sexually mature

Active ingredient matches for Lactovita:

Lactobacillus Acidophilus in Mexico.


List of Lactovita substitutes (brand and generic names)

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Unit description / dosage (Manufacturer)Price, USD
Suppositories; Vaginal; Lactobacillus Acidophilus 10 M KOE
Capsule; Oral; Lactobacillus Acidophilus 80 mg (Gebro)
Capsule; Oral; Lactobacillus Acidophilus 160 mg (Gebro)
Lactoluse Cap 170 mg x 10 Blister x 10 Tablet
Latiramin 170 mg x 1 Box
Capsule; Oral; Lactobacillus Acidophilus 250 mg (Elmor)
Mybio 10 Packs x 1 g
10's (Zydus (G.Rem))$ 1.14
NEW PROBIZA cap 10's (Zydus (G.Rem))$ 1.14
Tablet, Chewable; Oral; Lactobacillus Acidophilus (Ardeypharm)
Pro Bactil 10 Packs x 1 g
Tablet; Oral; Lactobacillus Acidophilus 1 b
10's (Swiss Biotech)$ 1.21
PROBIZA cap 10's (Swiss Biotech)$ 1.21
Uphabio 10 Packs x 1 g
UTIPAC CAPSULE 1 strip / 10 capsules each (Sundyota Numandis Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd)$ 2.87
Suppositories; Vaginal; Lactobacillus Acidophilus (Asche chiesi)
10's (Medley (Suprakare))$ 1.04
VITAGUT CAP cap 10's (Medley (Suprakare))$ 1.04

Reviews

The results of a survey conducted on ndrugs.com for Lactovita are given in detail below. The results of the survey conducted are based on the impressions and views of the website users and consumers taking Lactovita. We implore you to kindly base your medical condition or therapeutic choices on the result or test conducted by a physician or licensed medical practitioners.

User reports

3 consumers reported useful

Was the Lactovita drug useful in terms of decreasing the symptom or the disease?
According to the reports released by ndrugs.com website users, the below mentioned percentages of users say the drug is useful / not useful to them in decreasing their symptoms/disease. The usefulness of the drug depends on many factors, like severity of the disease, perception of symptom, or disease by the patient, brand name used [matters only to a certain extent], other associated conditions of the patient. If the drug is not effective or useful in your case, you need to meet the doctor to get re-evaluated about your symptoms/disease, and he will prescribe an alternative drug.
Users%
Useful3
100.0%


4 consumers reported price estimates

Was the price you paid to purchase the drug reasonable? Did you feel it was expensive?
The below mentioned numbers have been reported by ndrugs.com website users about whether the Lactovita drug is expensive or inexpensive. There is a mixed opinion among users. The rating about the cost of the drug depends on factors like which brand drug the patient purchased, how effective it was for the price paid, the country or place the drug is marketed, and the economic condition of the patient. The users who feel the drug is expensive can look for an alternative brand drug or a generic drug to save the cost.
Users%
Not expensive4
100.0%


8 consumers reported time for results

To what extent do I have to use Lactovita before I begin to see changes in my health conditions?
As part of the reports released by ndrugs.com website users, it takes 1 week and a few days before you notice an improvement in your health conditions.
Please note, it doesn't mean you will start to notice such health improvement in the same time frame as other users. There are many factors to consider, and we implore you to visit your doctor to know how long before you can see improvements in your health while taking Lactovita. To get the time effectiveness of using Lactovita drug by other patients, please click here.
Users%
1 week3
37.5%
2 weeks1
12.5%
1 month1
12.5%
2 days1
12.5%
1 day1
12.5%
3 days1
12.5%


66 consumers reported age

Users%
1-515
22.7%
30-4514
21.2%
16-2911
16.7%
6-159
13.6%
46-609
13.6%
> 607
10.6%
< 11
1.5%


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