In the article, we will talk about the side effects of Linex.
This is a tool containing live microorganisms that supports the intestinal microflora in a normal state. Another main task is the provision of antidiarrheal therapy. Consider the intricacies of taking the drug, age restrictions, and also get acquainted with the reviews about the drug. Many people want to know about the side effects of Linex in adults and children.
Structure
As part of the drug, the active ingredient is the powder of libenin, which contains lactobacilli and bifidobacteria.
The drug is available in several forms: capsules, sachet powder, drops (they are more suitable for use in young children).
The drug “Linex forte” is also on sale. Side effects of this drug will be given below.
Indications for use
The medication is prescribed in the following cases:
- for the prevention and treatment of dysbiosis;
- for the treatment of medical diarrhea;
- with the simultaneous use of antibiotics;
- for the treatment of constipation without clinical pathology;
- in acute infections of the gastrointestinal tract;
- diseases of the pancreas, gall bladder, liver, which are accompanied by digestive disorders;
- with an eating disorder - anorexia, a large amount of fatty foods, improper vegetarianism, lack of fiber in consumed foods;
- with immunodeficiency pathologies caused, including HIV;
- in case of surgical intervention in the abdominal cavity or pelvic area.
With a violation of the intestinal microflora, a digestive failure occurs. Symptoms of the disease are manifested in the form of nausea, diarrhea, constipation, rumbling, bloating, pain, especially after eating. Dysbiosis leads to a decrease in the absorption efficiency of beneficial substances and drugs.
Instruction manual
The drug in the form of Linex capsules is recommended to drink after meals. It should be washed down with a small amount of water.
Young children and patients who find it difficult to drink the capsule on their own are allowed to dissolve its contents in a teaspoon of liquid. Reception is carried out no more than three times a day.
Before use, the sachet is mixed with milk, an adapted milk mixture, juice, water or tea.
If Linex is prescribed in conjunction with taking antibiotics, then the interval between doses should be maintained for at least three hours.
The course of therapy averages no more than a month, if necessary, the doctor will prescribe a second course in a month.
It is allowed to use by pregnant women and during breastfeeding. Are there any side effects from Linex? Let's figure it out.
Negative manifestations
When monitoring patients, no side effects were detected. Perhaps the development of reactions associated with increased sensitivity to individual components.
This is especially true for the capsule form. The shell consists of gelatin, and it also contains some substances that can cause unwanted reactions. This manifests itself in the form of atopic dermatitis, which is manifested by redness of the skin or spots. With hypersensitivity, rashes are accompanied by itching, the appearance of vomiting, and a worsening of the general condition.
Side effects of the drug "Linex forte" are also unlikely. It is well tolerated if you analyze reviews of its consumption. There is no evidence of the possibility of side effects. The only exception may be hypersensitivity to the drug.
No cases of overdose were recorded. In order to avoid the death of beneficial bacteria, the drug should not be washed down with hot water. For the period of treatment, doctors recommend stopping the use of alcohol.
The drug does not affect the ability to drive a car. In pharmacies dispensed without a doctor’s prescription.
Can side effects from Linex develop? Only if there are individual contraindications.
Contraindications and drug interactions
Significant restrictions on taking the drug may be lactose intolerance and an allergic reaction. Since the product normalizes the intestinal flora without interacting with other drugs, its use is allowed in conjunction not only with antibiotics, but also with chemotherapy.
Analogs
Like any pharmacological drug, Linex has analogues. They vary in composition - the content of lactic acid bacteria, etc. Also a significant difference is the price. Common analogues:
- “Acylact”;
- "Acipol";
- "Biosporin";
- "Bifikol";
- "Good luck";
- "Lactobacterin";
- "Lactulose";
- Lizalak
- "Probifor";
- Florin forte;
- Effidigest.
It is believed that diarrhea can become a side effect of Linex in children. Is it so?
Diarrhea
As a result of a violation of the intestinal microflora, a deterioration in the digestibility of beneficial substances and absorption of fluid develops, which leads to diarrhea. Just in this case, you need to take probiotics, such as Linex.
There are several features of diarrhea: the presence of pain, the frequency of urges, the unpleasant smell of a stool, a mushy appearance of feces, periodic constipation.
If the duration of diarrhea is more than 2 days at a temperature above 38 degrees, there are nausea, vomiting, headache, you should notify your doctor. Such symptoms indicate an infectious and inflammatory process that is in no way associated with dysbiosis. This requires complex therapy.
With diarrhea in children, the medication should be used only by agreement with the doctor. If the violation of the stool in the baby lasts more than two days, additional examinations are carried out to exclude infectious and inflammatory diseases.
And if in children the side effect of Linex becomes diarrhea?
There have been cases of drug diarrhea that can cause Linex or other probiotics. A common cause is intolerance to components or sensitivity to lactose. Symptoms are as follows:
- bloating;
- gas formation;
- bouts of nausea;
- deterioration in overall health;
- watery stools;
- skin rash.
In this case, you should stop taking the drug and choose a replacement for it.
But in a hurry to abandon Linex, too, is not worth it, since such symptoms can be caused by malnutrition, the use of fatty foods.
If the microflora balance is disturbed in the digestive tract, some types of products will not be completely digested. And this can provoke both diarrhea and constipation. Therefore, a bad stool when taking Linex for no more than 2-3 days should not cause concern.
Admission Rules
Taking the drug for adults is recommended three times a day in two capsules (with diarrhea, the frequency of admission increases). Drops and powder in adults are not used. The course of therapy is determined by the attending physician after collecting an anamnesis and accurately determining the diagnosis.
Children Admission Rules
Children rarely prescribed Linex capsules. But if another type of drug was not at hand, then you should break the capsule and dissolve the contents in a teaspoon with water, only warm, and give the child a drink. The recommended dose is 1 capsule three times a day.
Linex sachets are a dietary supplement. They contain more bacteria than capsules. They should be taken once a day for children. Up to 7 years 1 prescribe a sachet, aged 7 to 12 years - 2 sachets per day.
How to take Linex to children from birth?
Most parents have experienced dysbiosis in their children. Changing nutrition leads to colic. To eliminate these phenomena and write out "Linex". This medication is absolutely safe for children from birth. There are several items: Linex, Linex forte, Linex for children. For children, there is a drop form of release.
The drug can be given to newborns in any form, but most conveniently drops.
The recommended dose per day is 6 drops while feeding the baby. Shake the bottle before use. It is useful to take Linex in the following cases:
- cesarean section;
- premature birth;
- health problems at birth;
- transition to artificial feeding;
- with immaturity of the motor function of the intestine;
- with the introduction of complementary foods or termination of breastfeeding;
- teething;
- stress associated with weaning, relocation;
- ARVI.
Side effects of Linex in newborns can be manifested by diarrhea, skin rashes, and vomiting. In powder form, the drug is taken all immediately after opening the package.
Reviews of the side effects of Linex
According to a large number of reviews by doctors and patients, as well as parents whose children drank Linex, the drug is very effective. It easily eliminates the symptoms of dysbiosis - diarrhea and constipation.
He also helps adults with stool disorders, but only with the right dosage. Doctors recommend that before starting to use Linex, undergo an examination, get specialist advice in order to eliminate possible contraindications.
There are few comments about the side effects. The drug is most often well tolerated.
There are negative reviews that do not relate to the effect of treatment itself, but to the price. Patients note that there are drugs and cheaper, but with the same composition and effectiveness.
Remember that you should use any medications, whether Linex or its analogues, under the supervision of a doctor so as not to harm your health. Proper probiotic therapy helps maintain immunity, normalizes digestion, eliminates diarrhea or constipation, and restores physical activity.
We examined the side effects of Linex, as well as its instructions and analogues.