pharmachologic effect
This medicine produces a pronounced therapeutic effect due to the fact that under its influence the intestines are populated with bifidobacteria. Bifidumbacterin is a probiotic , the effect of which ensures the restoration of normal microflora in the human intestine.
Bifidumbacterin Forte is an antagonist of a number of pathogenic, as well as so-called opportunistic microorganisms. An immunomodulatory effect is also noted; the medicine improves digestion processes and metabolism in the body, and normalizes other functions of the gastrointestinal tract.
About the drug
Bifidumbacterin is a probiotic intended to normalize intestinal microflora.
The main component of Bifidumbacterin is active live bacteria, normally contained in the intestinal microflora of a healthy person in the amount of 107 per dose.
In addition to them, the drug contains a bifidogenic factor that promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria, and the disaccharide lactose. Expected results from taking the drug:
- activation of gastrointestinal tract functions;
- stimulation of metabolic processes;
- increase in the body’s nonspecific resistance to negative factors;
- accumulation of toxins;
- immunomodulation of the body;
- preventive action against dysbacteriosis after radiation therapy, chemotherapy, treatment with antibiotics and hormones;
- normalization of the digestive process.
The effect of the drug extends to a large number of representatives of pathogenic flora:
- staphylococci;
- Proteus;
- shigella;
- enteropathogenic Escherichia coli;
- yeast-like fungi.
After taking the drug, the intestines are populated with bifidobacteria, which begin the process of normalizing the flora and regenerating the mucous membrane, detoxifying the body.
Indications for use
Bifidumbacterin Forte is prescribed as a drug for monotherapy or as part of complex treatment for the following diseases and conditions:
- intestinal dysbiosis;
- ARVI;
- foodborne diseases;
- acute intestinal infections shigellosis , rotavirus infection, staphylococcal enterocolitis, as well as infections of unknown origin;
- chronic diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract ( pancreatitis , peptic ulcers , cholecystitis , diseases of the biliary tract and liver), in which intestinal dysbiosis is noted;
- malabsorption syndrome;
- chronic constipation
- allergic diseases , in which intestinal dysbiosis is noted;
- inflammatory diseases of the urogenital tract, chronic bronchitis , pneumonia , in which intestinal dysbiosis is observed;
- diarrhea and intestinal dysbiosis as a result of treatment with antibiotics and other drugs.
The drug is used for the prevention of inflammatory, purulent diseases and correction of intestinal biocenosis in people in the preoperative period, as well as after surgical interventions on the liver, intestines, and pancreas. Prescribed for the prevention of nosocomial infections in maternity hospitals and hospitals.
Who should use a probiotic?
Bifidumbacterin is used to treat hepatitis and pancreatitis.
The high therapeutic activity of Bifidumbacterin is used for the following conditions and diseases:
- dysbiosis of the gastrointestinal tract - treatment and prevention of ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, hepatitis, pancreatitis, treatment with antibiotics, hormonal and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs;
- infections caused by pathogenic microflora;
- disturbances in the process of defecation after long-term treatment with microflora antagonists - antibiotics (constipation or diarrhea);
- food poisoning;
- malsorption syndrome;
- pre- and postoperative normalization of the biocenosis of the gastrointestinal tract;
- prevention of hospital infections.
The drug can be used topically, as well as rectally or intravaginally in the following cases:
- urogenital infections;
- urogenital dysbacteriosis;
- gardnerellosis;
- colpitis of various etiologies, including senile;
- vaginal dysbiosis of pregnant women - prevention before childbirth;
- preoperative prevention of vaginal infections;
- prevention of mastitis during lactation.
A wide range of indications for taking the drug, its effectiveness and low cost contribute to the high popularity of Bifidumbacterin.
Instructions for use of Bifidumbacterin Forte (Method and dosage)
The instructions for Bifidumbacterin Forte include taking the medication orally. The powder should be mixed with liquid, preferably a fermented milk drink or dish, and taken before meals. You can mix the powder with boiled water in an amount of 30-50 ml, and the water should be at room temperature.
Instructions for use of Bifidumbacterin Forte stipulate that infants receive the drug during feeding; it must be mixed with breast milk.
In order to prevent dysbiosis, children under six months are prescribed 2.5 doses 1-2 times a day. Children aged 0.5 to 3 years receive 5 doses of Bifidumbacterin Forte 1-2 times a day, children over 3 years of age and adult patients receive 10 doses 1-2 times a day. The course of prophylaxis lasts from 2 to 3 weeks and is repeated 2-3 times a year.
For the purpose of treatment, Bifidumbacterin Forte should be taken as follows: children under 6 months should take 2.5 doses 2-6 times a day, children from 0.5 to 7 years old - 5 doses 3-5 times a day, from the age of seven and adult patients - 10 doses of Bifidumbacterin Forte 3-4 times a day. Depending on the diagnosis, treatment can last from 5 to 15 days.
In the preoperative period, the drug is taken for 3-5 days, after surgery - 10-15 days, 5-10 doses three times a day.
If there is a need for re-treatment, a new course is carried out 1 month after the previous one was completed. To ensure effective prevention in maternity hospitals, the drug is taken for 5-10 days, depending on the recommendations of specialists.
Interaction with other drugs
Bifidumbacterin does not cause undesirable effects when interacting with all pharmaceutical groups. It can be part of complex therapy along with antibacterial drugs.
The activity of the drug increases if it is taken simultaneously with B vitamins, and decreases when used during antibiotic treatment. Under incorrect storage conditions and after a year from the date of manufacture, the bacteria contained in the probiotic lose their viability.
Bifidumbacterin should be stored in a cool place at a temperature not exceeding +5? C. Manufacturers of the drug allow the possibility of its short-term storage (no more than 10 days) at room temperature.
Analogs
Level 4 ATC code matches:
Biobacton
Lactobacterin
Bactisubtil
Sporobacterin
Hilak forte
Subalin
Linex Forte
Linex
Florin Forte
Biosporin
Bifiliz
Probifor
Colibacterin
Bifidumbacterin
Lacidophilus
Bifiform
Bificol
Acipol
Enterol
There are many analogues of the drug - probiotics, which act similarly. These drugs are Bifidumbacterin , Bifiform , Bifinorm , Biolact , etc. They contain live bifidobacteria, which are capable of suppressing the activity of pathogenic microorganisms.
Contraindications and side effects
Bifidumbacterin has no side effects.
The drug does not have any significant contraindications other than individual intolerance. It is not recommended to use the product in the treatment of children with lactase intolerance, which is part of Bifidumbacterin.
Pregnant and lactating women can take the probiotic without restrictions, since its components do not penetrate into the blood through the intestinal walls. The only side effect of the drug is an allergic reaction to its components.
Price of Bifidumbacterin Forte, where to buy
On average, the price of this drug in powder is 130 rubles for 10 pieces. The price of the medicine in capsules is 150 rubles. for 10 pcs.
- Online pharmacies in RussiaRussia
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for oral administration 50 million CFU/pack. package 0.85g No. 10 ProBioPharm LLC RU 149 rub. order - Bifidumbacterin forte powder for oral administration 50 million CFU/pack. package 0.85g 30pcs ProBioPharm LLC RU
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- Bifidumbacterin forte caps. 5 doses/caps. No. 30 ProBioPharm LLC RU
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BIFIDUMBACTERIN FORTE (powder)
It was not clear whether it was Bifidumbacterin or not, because they were treated comprehensively.
As for its use in the hospital, it is prescribed constantly, whether there is loose stool or not, whether there is dysbacteriosis or not, it is prescribed to everyone in order to prevent the appearance. I can only say one thing: if the stool deteriorates from taking antibiotics, then, as I already wrote in the review about Amoxicillin, this may be a consequence of the wrong choice of the drug or its dose. It is enough to change the antibiotic and loose stools go away. And if you already have problems with your stool, then Bifidumbacketrin will not help, as there was diarrhea and remains the same until you stop injecting antibiotics. I don’t know about others, but this has been verified from our personal experience.
But still, let’s give this medicine a small chance, let’s assume that there is some effect, but it’s completely invisible to the eye)) Therefore, as they say, extra “correct” bacteria are not a hindrance to the intestines, so I always try to give Bifidumbacterin in the hospital, if only they give it out for free.
Bifidumbacterin looks like a white powder with black inclusions of activated carbon. All this is packed in special foil bags, several pieces per pack. Should only be stored in the refrigerator.
The most unpleasant thing about using this medicine is its dilution! The drug stubbornly refuses to dissolve in water. Even if you disturb him for an hour, it won’t do any good. Therefore, you have to shake it very, very strongly, and then, before the particles have time to settle, pour it into the child’s mouth. If the child is big, then this, as you understand, will not be much work. But if this is a baby under one year old, then you have to work hard. It is not always possible to put all the medicine into the mouth from a teaspoon; some of it spills down the collar, because the child actively shakes his head. I got used to taking a dosing syringe from Nurofen and using it to draw up diluted Bifidumbacterin, then squeezing it exactly into the child’s mouth, thus minimizing the loss of medicine. But there were problems with this too. It happened that you put Bifidumbacterin into this syringe, and while you squeeze the child so that it is convenient to pour it out and it is convenient to open his mouth, then all the particles of the medicine inside the syringe will settle, and when you squeeze it into the mouth, only water will pour out, and all the necessary particles of the medicine remain at the bottom of the syringe. This requires skill. I consider this a big disadvantage, because not only is it doubtful for me whether the drug helps or not, but it is also very inconvenient to give it.
Therefore, I don’t dare advise you to take it. Well, if they gave you such a remedy for free in the hospital, then try it, maybe you will like it and it will cause positive feedback from you personally. I have already made all the conclusions for myself.
