Instructions
Probiotics are often recommended to be taken during antibiotic therapy. They help normalize intestinal microflora and stimulate the body's defenses. This category of products includes Bifiform or Bifidumbacterin.
Why are probiotics needed?
Probiotics are commonly understood as medicines that contain dried bacteria. They allow you to normalize the intestinal microflora by suppressing harmful microorganisms.
If the body’s work is coordinated, then it will independently regulate the microbiological balance. But as soon as the immune system is weakened due to illness or stress, digestive function is impaired. The use of probiotics leads to immediate recovery after treatment with hormonal or antibacterial agents.
How they affect the body
Bifiform contains 2 types of lactic acid bacteria - Bifidobacterium longum and Enterococcus. This type of bacterial agent lives on the mucous membrane of the digestive organs.
There are also additional substances in the form of magnesium stearate, lactulose, yeast extract and dextrose. Live bacteria are placed in a small capsule. After consuming it, they penetrate the intestines and colonize it, while displacing harmful microbes. The active ingredients do not penetrate into the general bloodstream, but act only locally.
Bifidumbacterin contains bifidobacteria, bifidogenic factor and lactose. Thanks to this combination, redox reactions are accelerated, the growth of pathogenic flora is suppressed against the background of lactic acid synthesis, immune defense is increased, and the digestive process is improved. Bifidumbacterin is considered an indispensable remedy for hypertrophy or anemia in a child. After taking the medicine, accelerated synthesis of amino acids and B vitamins is observed.
Reviews from doctors
Lisenkova O. A., neurologist with 13 years of experience: “Bifiform is effective when it is necessary to restore healthy intestinal microflora after antibiotic therapy. The effect appears already on 2-3 days of use. The capsules are small in size and easy to swallow. The drug has an affordable price and several forms of release; options have been developed specifically for children. Showed itself well in various gastrointestinal disorders and diseases.”
Zinchenko A.V., ENT specialist with 9 years of experience: “Bifiform is a high-quality probiotic, quickly restores normal intestinal flora, suitable for combined use with antibiotics, for stress, chronic gastrointestinal diseases. Due to its natural composition it is used in pediatrics. Optimal price/quality ratio. May cause allergic reactions."
Which is better: Bifiform or Bifidumbacterin
When choosing probiotics, it is difficult to say which one is more effective. It all depends on the indications and age of the patient. Bifiform has several advantages in the form of:
- the presence of bifidobacteria and beneficial enterococci,
- high efficiency,
- no increased requirements for medication storage.
Bifidumbacterin also has several advantages in the form of:
- low cost,
- Possibility of use for infants,
- various forms of release.
This remedy can be used for thrush in pregnant or lactating women. The contents of the packages are dissolved in boiled water and administered using a syringe or applied to a cotton swab.
Comparison of the effectiveness of Bifiform and Bifidumbacterin forte
Bifiform is more effective than Bifidumbacterin forte - this means that the ability of the medicinal substance to provide the maximum possible effect is different.
For example, if the therapeutic effect of Bifiform is more pronounced, then with Bifidumbacterin forte it is impossible to achieve this effect even in large doses.
Also, the speed of therapy is an indicator of the speed of therapeutic action; Bifiform and Bifidumbacterin forte are also different, as is bioavailability - the amount of a medicinal substance reaching the place of its action in the body. The higher the bioavailability, the less it will be lost during absorption and use by the body.
Indications for use
The instructions for use state that probiotics are recommended for:
- dysbacteriosis,
- development of intestinal infections,
- exacerbation of chronic diseases of the small and large intestinal tract,
- prolonged dysfunction of the digestive tract,
- prolonged diarrhea,
- treatment of joints as part of complex therapy,
- pancreatitis,
- use of antibiotics.
Bifidumbacterin is often prescribed to children with low weight or symptoms of anemia. Used to treat infections in pregnant and lactating women. It helps well when transferring children from breastfeeding to artificial feeding.
Instructions for use
Bifiform baby is not intended for use without the consent of your doctor. The pediatrician determines single and daily dosages, as well as the duration of the therapeutic course. It takes into account not only the results of laboratory and instrumental studies, but also the age, weight of the baby, and the presence of diseases in the anamnesis. Before prescribing a probiotic, consultation with a pediatric gastroenterologist and (or) neurologist is often required.
Advice: “Bifiform baby oil solution does not have a specific taste or smell. Therefore, it can be mixed with breast milk, fruit and vegetable purees, drinking water, and infant formula.”
The two-component dosage form often causes difficulties in using the drug. The dark glass bottle contains a thick liquid, which is a mixture of natural oils for internal use. But dried cultures of living microorganisms are packaged in a plastic cap. Inexperienced parents, without reading the instructions for use for children attached to the Bifiform baby package, give newborns only a thick oily liquid. It does not have any therapeutic activity and is not able to eliminate painful colic. How to prepare the medicine correctly:
- Open the package and unscrew the cap.
- Turn it clockwise until the lyophilisate is released.
- Shake the bottle thoroughly until a homogeneous mixture is formed.
A graduated pipette will help you measure the oil solution in the single dosage recommended by your pediatrician. Each package of Bifiform baby is designed for a two-week course of treatment.
Before giving the probiotic to your baby, you should take out the bottle and leave it for a while at room temperature.
Recommendation: “During storage, manufacturers allow the solution to separate. Shake the bottle before use so that the beneficial bacteria are evenly distributed in the oil mixture.”
The undoubted advantage of Bifiform baby is its single use during the day. The therapeutic activity of the probiotic does not depend on the presence of food in the gastrointestinal tract. But it is best to give the oil solution to newborns during the next feeding, dripping it directly into the mouth.
Directions for use and dosage
Bifiform is available in capsules. Allowed for use in adults and children over 2 years of age. The daily dosage is 2-3 capsules. It is possible to increase the dose if infections develop up to 4 pcs. in a day. The duration of the course of therapy is on average 1.5-3 weeks.
Bifidumbacterin has several forms of release, which will determine the method of application.
The medicine in capsules and tablets is taken 20 minutes before meals. The average daily dosage is 2-3 pcs.
The drug in the form of a lymphosiate is dissolved in water and mixed thoroughly before use. Take 1 dose per day.
Liquid concentrate is prescribed to adults and children from 3 months. Dose selection depends on the patient’s age:
- Adults are recommended to take 60-100 drops.
- Infants - 20 drops.
- Children under 3 years old - 20-40 drops.
- Children under 7 years old - 40-60 drops.
The liquid form of the drug can be used as enemas.
Difference
Bifiform and Bifidumbacterin are analogs, but they are very different from each other. They contain different forms of bacteria, which in some cases is of great importance. The difference between Bifiform and Bifidumbacterin is that it can be taken by adults and children. It contains not only bifidobacteria, but also enterococci, which also make up the beneficial intestinal microflora. Bifiform Baby is represented by bifidobacteria, lactobacilli, vitamins B1 and B6.
The drugs have different dosage forms. Bifiform is available in capsules, and Bifidumbacterin is available in the form of powder, liquid concentrate, tablets, vaginal suppositories and capsules.
Bifiform normalizes intestinal microflora.
Action of Bifiform:
- normalizes intestinal microflora;
- prevents the development of dysbacteriosis.
Bifidumbacterin has the following indications for use:
- infectious diseases of the digestive system;
- intestinal dysbiosis;
- prevention of mastitis during breastfeeding.
Bifiform is produced in Denmark, Bifidumbacterin is produced in Russia.
special instructions
Bifidumbacterin is stored only in the refrigerator.
Medicines cannot be used if the packaging is damaged.
Pregnancy and lactation
Probiotics are allowed to be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Childhood
Bifiform is allowed for use in children from 2 years of age. The second medicine can be given to children from 3 months.
Elderly age
Patients over 60 years of age are prescribed the dose prescribed in the instructions.
Answers on questions
Is Bifiform a probiotic or a prebiotic?
This medicine belongs to probiotics. This is explained by the fact that the composition includes several types of beneficial microorganisms - bifidobacteria, enterococci.
Is Bifiform a dietary supplement or a medicine?
Refers to dietary supplements (dietary supplements) that help normalize intestinal microflora.
Does Bifiform help with constipation or not?
Bifiform helps patients cope with constipation, but only if all the recommendations prescribed in the instructions are followed.
Is it possible to take Bifiform with alcohol or not?
Probiotics and alcoholic drinks are incompatible. This is due to the fact that alcohol destroys all microflora, including beneficial ones. If you take these two components at the same time, you will not be able to achieve the desired effect of therapy.
Reviews
Nina Ivanovna, 39 years old, Lipetsk Bifiform is one of the effective means for renewing intestinal microflora. But capsules can only be given to children over 2 years of age. Another disadvantage is the high price.
Evgenia, 28 years old, Vitebsk At 4 months, my daughter had to be switched to artificial feeding because I needed treatment. But this process was difficult. Colic arose constantly and diarrhea developed. The pediatrician advised giving Bifidumbacterin in suppositories. After 3 days the condition improved. It is inexpensive, so I regularly carry out prophylaxis with this product twice a year.
Characteristics of Bifidumbacterin
Bifidumbacterin contains only one strain of bacteria as the main active ingredient - bifidobacteria. Additionally includes lactose, which promotes the growth of beneficial microorganisms.
Restores a healthy balance of intestinal microflora, activates the immune system and is suitable for use in the prevention of respiratory infections before the season. Effective for poisoning, intestinal infections, and other diseases that provoke dysbacteriosis. It has high antibacterial activity against a number of pathogenic bacteria and normalizes the functioning of the digestive system. Used in pediatrics and gynecology.
Prescribed for the following diseases and conditions:
- intestinal dysbiosis of various origins;
- acute infectious bowel diseases;
- bacterial food poisoning, including of unknown etiology;
- functional disorders of the intestine;
- dysbacteriosis accompanying purulent-infectious diseases;
- dysbacteriosis in mothers suffering from severe toxicosis or other pathologies of pregnancy, lactostasis, mastitis.
Bifidumbacterin can be used during pregnancy and lactation. Prescribed to children receiving antibiotics in the early neonatal period, as well as to newborns transferred to artificial feeding.
The drug is contraindicated in case of lactase deficiency and individual intolerance to the components included in its composition.
Bifidumbacterin is taken orally, preferably with meals.
In capsule form or in powder form, in the absence of other prescriptions, the standard dose for adults and children over 3 years of age is 1-2 capsules/packet 2-3 times a day. Children under 3 years of age are prescribed the drug in powder form. Patients aged from 1 year to 3 years are given 1 package 3-4 times a day, up to 1 year - 1 package 2-3 times a day.
The recommended course of treatment for food poisoning and acute intestinal infections is 1 week, for other diseases – 2-3 weeks.
The drug can be used in increased doses, but only as prescribed by a doctor, taking into account the nature and severity of the disease.
Bifidumbacterin can be used in increased doses, but only as prescribed by a doctor, taking into account the nature and severity of the disease.
