Product Description Containing Lactobacillus, Lactéol capsules can be used to supplement rehydration or dietary changes in the symptomatic treatment of diarrhoea. Suitable for ages 6 and over. Directions for Use To be taken orally. DosageTake 1 or 2 capsules a day depending on the severity of your diarrhoea. On the first day of use, you can safely take up to 3 capsules. If you think that this medicine is too strong or weak for your system, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Ingredients Active Ingredient:Per capsule – Lactobacillus (inactivated)*: 10 billion Fermented (neutralised growth medium)**: 160 mg *Lactobacillus fermentum and Lactobacillus delbrueckii **Composition: Lactose monohydrate, casein peptone, yeast extract, sodium acetate trihydrate, anhydrous dipotassium phosphate, purified water 1 capsule (400 mg) contains 340 mg of active substances. Other Ingredients: Silicic acid, talc, magnesium stearate, anhydrous lactose Freeze-drying agents: Lactose monohydrate, calcium carbonate Capsule shell: Gelatine, water, titanium dioxide (E171) Packaging This medicine is made in capsule form and sold in packs of 10 and 30. Precautions for Use This medicine is intended to supplement appropriate dietary changes: * Keep yourself hydrated with plenty of liquids (with salt or sugar) to compensate for water lost due to diarrhoea. Adults require 2 litres of water a day. * As for what to eat: – Avoid certain foods (particularly green and raw vegetables, fruit and spicy foods) as well as iced drinks. – Instead, eat more grilled meat and rice. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any form of medicine. WarningsConsult your doctor urgently if: – your condition has not improved after 2 days of use; – you have fever or are vomiting; – your stools contain blood or mucus; or – if experiencing heavy thirst, your tongue feels dry. The above signs indicate dehydration (loss of body liquid) due to diarrhoea. In such cases, your doctor may deem fit to prescribe a rehydration treatment, which may take the form of an orally-administered treatment or an intravenous drip. Contains lactose. Do NOT use if you have galactosaemia, glucose-galactose malabsorption or a lactase deficiency (all of which are rare, inherited metabolic disorders). Not suitable for children under 6 years due to choking hazard. Interactions with Other MedicinesIf you are currently taking, or have recently taken other medicines (including non-prescription medicines), consult your doctor or pharmacist prior to use. Pregnancy and Breast-Feeding– If you are pregnant, you are advised NOT to use this medicine. – If you are trying to conceive, or discover that you are pregnant while using this medicine, consult your doctor. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any form of medicine. Possible Side Effects As with all medicines, Lactéol capsules may have one or more undesirable side effects on the body. Some people are more resistant than others. If you experience any undesirable effect(s), consult your doctor or pharmacist. Instructions in Case of Excessive DoseSEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY. Storage Instructions Keep below 25°C and away from moisture.
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