Every person in his life at least once suffered from a stomach disorder. In order to get rid of discomfort, Linex is prescribed for diarrhea. This drug is considered a very effective anti-inflammatory and antidiarrhoeal agent.
- 1 Beneficial effect of
- 2 Pros and Cons
1 Beneficial effect of
Live lyophilized bacteria of 3 species are the main constituent of this medication. The positive effect they have, it is possible to get due to the fact that they are not affected by gastric juice. They can also maintain a state of stability in the intestine. These living bacteria are capable of being modified or transformed into their vegetative forms in the intestinal medium, after which enzymes( enzymes) are released. As a result of this, protein splitting occurs and the formation of an acidic medium in which unfavorable flora can not develop, due to this the processes of intoxication and decay do not occur.
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In addition, this drug creates favorable conditions for the synthesis of vitamins C, K, B, for the production of bile acids and pigments - all this contributes to the overall immunity of the body. It is prescribed for the prevention of dysbacteriosis of various etiologies( including diarrhea after prolonged use of antibiotics).
Lineks has proved its effectiveness in the treatment of acute, chronic, infectious diarrhea, as well as with flatulence, nausea, vomiting, pain in the abdomen. It is often used in pediatrics, namely, in cases when diarrhea in a child is associated with a violation of the functioning of the digestive system, a change in diet and other causes.
2 All for and against
Due to the fact that the drug is based on the work of living microorganisms, it practically has no side effects and contraindications. But in the case of self-administration, it is necessary to take into account the specific characteristics of the organism, since due to increased sensitivity or individual intolerance, negative reactions may occur. In addition, if during the administration of the drug for several days, there is no normalization of the gastrointestinal tract, then stop using and seek medical help.
The drug has some special contraindications, and it should not be used in such cases:
- in the presence of chronic diseases( AIDS, HIV, diabetes);
- after organ transplantation.
But this drug can be administered to pregnant women, women during breastfeeding. This is due to the fact that the main component of the drug are bacteria of natural origin, which are poorly absorbed and can not penetrate into breast milk or the placenta. Lineks is well combined with other medicines, including sulfonamides and antibiotics. But you should not combine its reception with ethanol compounds( you can not drink alcoholic beverages), as they reduce the activity of micro-organisms, leveling all their usefulness.
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The drug may also be administered to newborn children with diarrhea or other gastrointestinal problems. In such cases, on the recommendation of the doctor, the contents of the capsules dissolve in breast milk or in a small amount of water at room temperature. Also, the drug can be administered to preschool and school-age children who suffer from diarrhea due to unbalanced diet( harmful fast food, dry food) or even because of psychological problems.
Although Lineks is a very safe preparation with practically no contraindications to use, it is still not necessary to do self-medication at home, because GI disorders can be a symptom of a more serious illness that should not be allowed to go.