What is alflorex?
Alflorex®is a probiotic medicine developed by the companyPrecisionBiotics(1), a company of theAlimentary Health Group. It is used in the treatment of some gastrointestinal conditions, which occur in humans.
In this sense, alflorex® contains the unique strain of the species called Bifidobacterium longum and subspeciesBifidobacterium infantis (2), bacteria considered beneficial for the acids they produce, which can help prevent the growth or colonization of harmful bacteria in the intestine.
Note: Certain Scientific articles describe Bacteria of theBifidobacterium family as beneficial to the human bacterial flora . (3)
On the other hand, the presentation of this medicine is in a box with 30 capsules and its dosage and administration is Oriumwith water or during foodonce a day.
What is alflorex used for?
Alflorex® is indicated to treat some gastrointestinal disorders such as .
In this sense, irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic condition characterized by changes in the intestinal rhythm, whose symptoms appear as abdominal pain, bloating, intestinal rhythm disturbances such as diarrhea , constipation and meteorism. (4)
To highlight: The use of alflorex® acts through its adhesion to the epithelial cells and mucus of the intestinal wall, favoring and strengthening the intestinal barrier, exerting a calming and protective effect on the irritated intestine. (5)
Alflorex Side Effects
The administration of some medications has its risks in some patients , and although this drug does not represent great dangers in its consumption, the use of alflorex® can cause any of the following adverse effects:
- Allergic reactions to any of the components of alflorex®.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Inflammation and abdominal pain.
Important: If you notice the appearance of any of these adverse reactions or any other effect not included in the list, it is advisable to discontinue the use of alflorex® and consult the treating physician.
Alflorex Contraindications
The use of pharmaceutical products must be supervised, due to the particular health conditions of each patient. Being this way,the use of alflorex® is contraindicated in any of the following cases:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the components of alflorex®.
- Immunocompromised patients.
- Patients with autoimmune diseases.
- Do not indicate in children, pregnant or lactating women without medical supervision.
You should know: Before starting treatment with alflorex®, the patient must Provide his doctorwith all the important informationabout his medical history.
Key Conclusions
- Alflorex® is a natural probiotic medication, used in the treatment of gastrointestinal conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome.
- Alflorex® is made from the unique strain of the species called Bifidobacterium longum .
- Alflorex® acts through its adhesion to the epithelial cells and the mucus of the intestinal wall.
- Alflorex® corrects the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome , but not the pathology as such.
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