Instructions for use Linex for newborns

When a baby is born, its previously sterile intestines begin to fill with microorganisms important for digestion. They are called intestinal flora. However, it happens that the process of colonization by beneficial bacteria is disturbed. And then the baby has various problems with the tummy, changes in the chair and painful sensations.

The main active components of Linex are microorganisms useful for the intestines, presented in the preparation in dried form. Depending on the form, the following bacteria may be contained in Linex:

1. Bifidobacterium infantis
2. Bifidobacterium animalis
3. Lactobacillus acidophilus
4. Enterococcus faecium

In addition, bacteria from Linex:

• Produce substances with antibacterial action.
• Take part in the synthesis of vitamins.
• Participate in the exchange of bile pigments.
• Increase the reactivity of the immune system.

Linex, which is given to children, is produced in several forms:

1. Drops 8 ml Linex for children. This form of probiotic contains bifidobacteria, little sunflower, maltodextrin, sucrose, sodium ascorbate, citric acid and tocopherol. It is available in bottles, equipped with a dropper dispenser.
2. Powder Linex for children. Such a probiotic is sold in portion sachets, each of which contains white powder with bifidobacteria supplemented with maltodextrin.
3. Capsules Linex. This form of probiotic contains three types of bacteria in powder, packed in white gelatin capsules. In addition to microorganisms, capsules contain starch, magnesium stearate and lactose.
4. Capsules Linex Forte. The difference between this encapsulated version of Linex is the content of only two types of microorganisms, but in an increased quantity. The result of the application is a more rapid colonization of the intestine and a reduction in the daily doses of the drug.

The instruction to any form of Linex permits the use of such a drug in newborns from their first days of life. The drug may be discharged:

• In violation of the chair. This symptom often appears with an imbalance of intestinal flora. The crumbs can have constipation, greenish stools, diarrhea, feces with mucus and other problems.
• In the transition to artificial feeding. Most often, Linex is prescribed to babies who were born prematurely or stayed in the maternity hospital for a long time, which has become an obstacle to breastfeeding.And in order to colonize the intestines with the necessary flora, such babies are prescribed a probiotic.
• With colic. Often, they begin to disturb the crumb from 2-3 months of age, but some babies have colic in the neonatal period.
• In the treatment of antibacterial agents. Linex can be prescribed simultaneously with the course of the antibiotic for the prevention of digestive disorders (with the medication taken with a time difference of at least 3 hours), and after such treatment, if there are problems with digestion.

The drug is contraindicated in the presence of intolerance to any of its components. Linex is not assigned to babies who do not tolerate dairy products, since the drug includes lactose (we are talking about capsules). If the infant has problems with carbohydrate metabolism, for example, galactose intolerance, Lineex Forte capsules are contraindicated because they contain carbohydrates.

Depending on the form of release, infants of the first month of life are recommended such single doses of the drug:

• If Linex is used in a sachet, the packaging is carefully torn, the contents poured into a spoon, and then mixed with the expressed female milk, water, or mixture. Suspension is prepared before the medicine is given to the crumbs. Store diluted powder is not recommended.
• If the baby is given the drug in a capsule, it should be opened, then the contents should be mixed with a small amount of liquid and given to the baby. Drops Linex in the right quantity added to the milk or non-dairy drink, and then give the child. It is important not to forget that Linex is not mixed with hot meals for a child or a hot drink.

The medication is given during or immediately after feeding. Powder form of Linex, the drug in drops or the contents of the capsule Linex Forte give 1 time per day. The usual capsules of Linex are given three times a day. The duration of use is determined by the reason for the appointment of a probiotic, but often Linex is prescribed in a course of 2-4 weeks.

Both doctors and parents speak about Linex differently. The drug has its supporters both among pediatricians who prescribe a remedy to small patients mainly with antibiotic therapy, and among moms and dads who have noticed an improvement in the condition of the baby after taking such a probiotic. However, there are also negative reviews when parents state that prolonged use of Linex did not lead to a noticeable result and rather expensive medicine turned out to be ineffective.

Linex, like many other drugs, has its counterparts. Often they are cheaper and more effective. You can watch the replacement of Linex for a child in the next video.