Release form
Several forms of this drug are available:
- dry Bifidumbacterin in bottles;
- Bifidumbacterin in ampoules;
- product in powder, in foil bags;
- Bifidumbacterin in capsules;
- vaginal suppositories Bifidumbacterin;
- liquid Bifidumbacterin – concentrate of bifidobacteria;
- Bifidumbacterin 1000 is available in tablets.
The tablet and suppository each contain 1 dose of the drug, all other indicated packages contain 5 doses. Which form of release of the drug is preferable in a particular case is determined by a specialist.
pharmachologic effect
The abstract indicates that the product has an antibacterial effect against a number of pathogenic (those that cause diseases in humans) and conditionally pathogenic (those that provoke the development of diseases in the presence of certain conditions) bacteria. In particular, live bifidobacteria act on enteropathogenic E. coli, staphylococci, shigella, and some types of yeast-like fungi.
The drug helps restore intestinal microflora, balances the vaginal microflora, normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, has an immunomodulatory effect, and has a positive effect on the activity of metabolic processes.
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
The medicine is indicated for patients with the following diseases and conditions of the body:
- dysbacteriosis;
- acute intestinal infections;
- chronic inflammation of the small and large intestines;
- intestinal dysfunction associated with the development of dysbiosis;
- long-term intestinal dysfunction;
- transfer to artificial feeding of children in early infancy.
As part of a complex treatment, the drug is used in the treatment of children suffering from pneumonia and sepsis . It is used to sanitize the genital tract in women, to prepare for childbirth in women who have grade III-IV disturbances in the purity of vaginal secretions, and for senile colpitis (inflammation of the vaginal mucosa in older women). The medicine is also used to provide prevention of mastitis in women who are breastfeeding.
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 (Method and dosage)
If dry Bifidumbacterin is used to treat children and adults, the instructions for use should be taken into account. Adult patients who suffer from dysbiosis should take 5 doses of the drug orally three times a day. The doctor determines how long you need to adhere to this treatment regimen. The powder is usually taken for 2 weeks to 3 months. To prevent the development of dysbacteriosis, 5 doses 1-2 times a day should be taken for 1-2 weeks.
For children who are at risk from birth for the development of intestinal dysbiosis, 1-2 doses should be taken orally three times daily. After six months, the daily dose increases to 3 doses. The product should be given to children immediately before feeding. After one year of age, children receive 5 doses 2 or 3 times a day.
If prevention of dysbacteriosis is necessary for children suffering from pneumonia, sepsis, etc., 2-3 doses of the drug should be taken per day. If a child has disturbances in the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, the threat of enterocolitis, 10 doses should be taken per day.
The instructions for using Bifidumbacterin in ampoules are similar, since the drug ampoules each contain 5 doses.
Microgen Bifidumbacterin dry, which is contained in the package, should be poured into a container and water should be added to it (5 ml per 1 dose). Next, the product is mixed for about 10 minutes. The dissolved drug cannot be stored; the remaining undissolved part can be stored for no more than one day.
If the patient uses liquid Bifidumbacterin, the instructions for use indicate that it can be used both orally and topically. The drug concentrate is packaged in bottles. Liquid Bifidumbacterin is used to prevent mastitis. In this case, you need to treat the nipple and the area around it. For this, a cotton swab is used, the treatment is carried out half an hour before feeding. The procedure must be carried out for 5 days, with 2-2.5 doses used each time. For skin lesions, the product is applied to the affected areas.
The liquid drug should be taken orally in the following daily dosage: adults can take 3–5 ml, children in the first year of life — 1 ml, children under 3 years old — 1–2 ml, children under 7 years old — 2–3 ml. Please note that 1 ml of product is 20 drops.
The liquid drug is also administered rectally as a microenema. To do this, 3–5 ml of the product must be diluted in 50 ml of water.
For vaginal use, 3-5 ml of concentrate is applied to the surface of the tampon, which is soaked in water or saline. This tampon should remain in the vagina for 4–8 hours.
If Bifidumbacterin suppositories are prescribed, the instructions for use provide for rectal administration of 1-2 suppositories once or twice a day for intestinal diseases. Treatment lasts from 7 to 30 days. For gynecological diseases, 1 suppository is removed vaginally twice a day for 5-10 days.
Bifidumbacterin in capsules is prescribed to adult patients and children over 3 years of age. In childhood, you need to take 1 capsule 3 or 4 times a day. Adults take 2 capsules 2 or 3 times a day. For some diseases (acute infections), children are prescribed 3-5 capsules, while tablets in this dose should be taken up to 6 times a day. For acute infections, adults take 10 tablets three times a day. Therapy lasts up to 14 days.
Your doctor will tell you more about how to take Bifidumbacterin for adults and children with a specific disease.
Bifidumbacterin for children
The medicine can be given to babies from birth. It is prohibited to give suppositories to children under 3 years of age. If you follow the regimen developed by your doctor, you can achieve maximum effectiveness from taking it.
Bifidumbacterin is usually given to infants suffering from colic and to eliminate dysbiosis. The instructions say that the medicine can be given to babies born by cesarean section or born prematurely if an infection develops in the intestines.
Depending on the severity of the disease, the duration of the treatment course can range from several days to several weeks (sometimes months). The medicine should be given on an empty stomach, half an hour before meals, or an hour after.
Many parents are interested in the question of whether it is possible to add medicine to the mixture. Pediatricians assure that such a technique is acceptable, but the result may not be so pronounced.
special instructions
This drug is prescribed with caution to people with lactase deficiency.
When consulting the instructions on how to drink Bifidumbacterin for adults or how to give this medicine to a child, you should take into account that it cannot be dissolved in water whose temperature exceeds 40 °C. Do not store the prepared solution. You should carefully study the instructions on how to dilute 5 doses of the product or use the product in a different dosage.
You cannot use a product for treatment if the integrity of its packaging has been damaged.
When using suppositories, you can simultaneously treat with antiviral, immunostimulating, and antibacterial drugs. Do not use candles that have the aroma of rancid oil.
Bifidumbacterin analogs
Level 4 ATC code matches:
Biobacton
Lactobacterin
Bactisubtil
Sporobacterin
Hilak forte
Subalin
Linex Forte
Linex
Florin Forte
Biosporin
Bifiliz
Probifor
Colibacterin
Bifidumbacterin Forte
Lacidophilus
Bifiform
Bificol
Acipol
Enterol
There are a number of analogues of this medicine that have a similar effect. These are the medicines:
- Bifiform
- Probifor
- Bifinorm
- Biolact
They also contain live bifidobacteria, which suppress the activity of pathogenic microorganisms. There are both cheaper analogues and drugs whose price is higher.
Lactobacterin or Bifidumbacterin - which is better?
Both of these products are probiotics , that is, preparations that contain dried cultures of living bacteria. However, Lactobacterin contains lactobacilli of the Plantarum species, and Bifidumbacterin contains bifidobacteria . The action of these components is approximately the same. However, there are also differences. In particular, Bifidumbacterin is more often prescribed for infants, since bifidobacteria predominate in the intestines of infants.
How to take Bifidumbacterin and Lactobacterin together, and whether it is worth doing this in a particular case, you need to find out from your doctor. Lactobacterin and Bifidumbacterin at the same time can ultimately produce a more pronounced effect. But every patient, especially children, should take these medications according to the regimen prescribed by the doctor.
Bifidumbacterin Forte or Bifidumbacterin - which is better?
Bifidumbacterin Forte is prescribed as a complex remedy. This is an improved dosage form, which contains biomass of living bifidobacteria adsorbed on stone activated carbon. As a result, the drug acts faster when it enters the intestines.
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.
Newborns
Bifidumbacterin for newborns is widely used to eliminate dysbiosis and relieve babies from colic. The instructions for Bifidumbacterin for newborns indicate that the drug is indicated for the treatment of premature babies, children born by cesarean section , in the presence of intestinal infections, etc.
Reviews from parents are mostly positive, saying that the product works effectively. At the same time, parents should clearly know how to dilute Bifidumbacterin for newborns and how to take the drug. You can learn how to give the drug to newborns from the instructions, or use the regimen prescribed by the pediatrician. It is important not to store diluted powder.
Depending on how severe the disease is, the treatment period lasts from one week to several months. It is necessary to give the child the drug at a time when his stomach is empty, that is, before meals - 30 minutes or after meals - after one hour. You can give the remedy before going to bed, at night.
Some parents are interested in whether this drug can be added to the mixture. Experts believe that diluting the drug in formula milk is acceptable. But at the same time, its effectiveness may be somewhat less, since it is advisable to take the drug on an empty stomach.
When accepted
Bifidumbacterin should be taken for the following diseases and problems:
- dysbacteriosis;
- acute intestinal infection;
- chronic inflammatory processes in the intestines;
- transfer of infants to artificial formula.
Can be used in complex therapy for the treatment of sepsis and pneumonia in children. It is also used for the purpose of sanitizing the female genital organs by women who are preparing to give birth. Elderly women are often prescribed for inflammation of the vaginal mucosa.
The product is effective for preventive purposes for women during lactation.
Reviews about Bifidumbacterin
In most cases, reviews of Bifidumbacterin for newborns that parents leave on the forum are positive. It is noted that after prescribing Bifidumbacterin for children, their anxiety during colic disappears, and dysbacteriosis is cured. Parents also mention that the drug is easy to use.
Women often leave positive reviews about Bifidumbacterin suppositories in gynecology. According to patients, they help effectively cure vaginal dysbiosis ; suppositories are also effective for thrush. The product also has a positive effect after taking a course of antibiotics, eliminating the symptoms of intestinal dysbiosis. Some patients mention the positive effect of the product when used to cleanse the body. In particular, it is noted that the medicine helps get rid of acne.
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.
Bifidumbacterin price, where to buy
The price of dry Bifidumbacterin (30 sachets) is on average 250 rubles. The price of Bifidumbacterin for newborns (ampoules, 10 pcs.) is 90 rubles. The price of the same drug in Ukraine is on average 70-90 UAH. You can buy Bifidumbacterin powder in Kyiv for a price starting from 70 hryvnia.
The price of Bifidumbacterin liquid (10 bottles of 10 ml each) is approximately 950 rubles. The price of Bifidumbacterin suppositories is from 90 rubles (10 pcs.) The price of Bifidumbacterin tablets is from 90 rubles. for 30 pcs. You can buy candles in Ukraine (Kharkov, Odessa and other cities) for prices starting from 100 UAH.
You can find out how much each form of the drug costs (capsules, tablets, etc.) in a specific pharmacy chain.
- Online pharmacies in RussiaRussia
- Online pharmacies in UkraineUkraine
- Online pharmacies in KazakhstanKazakhstan
ZdravCity
- Bifidumbacterin liof.
for prig solution for internal and places. approx. fl. 5 doses 10 pcs. Ecopolis JSC 106 rub. order - Bifidumbacterin-1000 tablets 300 mg 30 pcs. Ekko plus
RUB 161 order
- Bifidumbacterin liquid concentrate bottle 10ml 10pcsBio Long Life LLC
RUR 765 order
- Bifidumbacterin powder for internal use. and local approx. 500 million CFU 0.85g 30 pcs. ProBioPharm LLC
300 rub. order
- Bifidumbacterin porous internal and local approx 500 million cfu 0.85 g n10 LLC ProBioFarm
115 rub. order
Pharmacy Dialogue
- Bifidumbacterin capsules No. 10Ecopolis
134 RUR order
- Bifidumbacterin bottle 5 doses No. 10Ecopolis
116 RUR order
- Bifidumbacterin suppositories No. 10Vitapharma
120 rub. order
- Bifidumbacterin sachets 5 doses No. 10Partner JSC
107 RUR order
- Bifidumbacterin suppositories No. 10 Lanafarm LLC
99 RUR order
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- Bifidumbacterin No. 10 capsules TOV NVP Ariadna, Ukraine
95 UAH.order - Bifidumbacterin-Biopharma 5 doses No. 10 powder TOV"FZ "Biopharma", Ukraine
122 UAH order
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- Bifidumbacterin capsule Bifidumbacterin caps. No. 10 Ukraine, Ariadna LLC
118 UAH order
- Bifidumbacterin Bifidumbacterin dry. thing 5 doses No. 10 Ukraine, Biopharma CJSC
149 UAH order
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