How does it work?
Enterogermina® 4 Billion is developed with kids and families in mind. It works gently in harmony with the body to restore and maintain your family’s gut health.
Gastro-resistant
Bacillus clausii contained in Enterogermina® 4 Billion is resistant to gastric acid ensuring it survives digestive transit. This means that Enterogermina® is active where it needs to be, in the intestine. 2
Polyantibiotic-resistant
Bacillus clausii contained in Enterogermina® is resistant to most commonly used antibiotics because of the 4-strains included; O/C, SIN, N/R and T. 2,3
Intestinal flora
Enterogermina® 4 Billion contains Bacillus clausii spores that make their way into the digestive tract with the intent to restore intestinal flora so that symptom relief and prevention may occur. 1
Benefits of Enterogermina® 4 Billion
Helps maintain a healthy gut
Helps restore microbial flora
Helps protect against gut disturbances
Practical Info
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Shake well
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Snap the top to open
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Swallow the contents
Dosage
Infants and Children (older than 1+ months)
1 vial per day in regular intervals as directed. This medication is for oral use only. Do not inject or administer in any other way. Shake the vial before use.
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Adults (from 12 years)
1 vial per day as directed. This medication is for oral use only. Do not inject or administer in any other way. Shake the vial before use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Enterogermina® works with the body to assist in restoring the natural balance in the gut. You probably have a few questions for us. Check out our FAQ and download a copy of our leaflet to keep.
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The effects of Enterogermina® can be seen within 1 to 3 days of starting use of the product.
Enterogermina® can be taken during antibiotic therapy. During the course, and in the following 7 to 10 days, Enterogermina® 4 Billion is able to reduce the incidence of adverse events including abdominal pain and diarrhoea.1
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Absolutely. Enterogermina® is a gentle solution that won’t irritate the stomach. Similarly, taking Enterogermina® after a meal won’t inhibit the formula from getting where it needs to go. 1
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If you are pregnant, may be pregnant, are planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. 1
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The Enterogermina® range is made in Italy. 1
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The Enterogermina® range is best stored at room temperature (no higher than 25°C), and away from direct light and moisture. 1
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Each pack of Enterogermina® 4 Billion contains 20 vials, and each vial contains 4 billion Bacillus clausii spores1
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The potential side effects of Enterogermina® are:
Potential reactions of hypersensitivity either towards the components of the drug or other closely related substances.
Minor rashes, bacteraemia, septicaemia or sepsis in immuno-compromised patients or those hospitalised due to a serious illness.
Urticaria as a result of allergic reaction.
Should your general health worsen or if you experience any untoward effects while taking this medicine, please consult your healthcare provider for advice. 1
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If you are pregnant, may be pregnant, are planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. 1
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A ready-to-drink vial containing Bacillus clausii spores that support the restoration of intestinal bacterial flora, in order to relieve symptoms of gut imbalance, including diarrhoea.
Stay Informed
Learn how different daily triggers could be contributing to intestinal disorders, and how a good probiotic could be the ally you didn't know you needed.
What are You Doing to Protect Your Gut from Antibiotics?
Antibiotics can help you fight infection, but they can wreak havoc on even the strongest gut. Using probiotics and prebiotics can help protect your gut from antibiotic-related gut disorders.
Improper Nutrition Usually Leads to Gut Disorders
You are indeed what you eat, and a poor diet can lead to gut disorders. The traditional food pyramid may help you understand the role that your diet plays in the proper functioning of the body.
How Stress Affects the Gut: Our Second Brain
Many studies have explored the relationship between the gut and brain, and they have repeatedly found them to be quite codependent. Unfortunately, stress and abdominal pain do seem to go hand in hand.
How a Change in Season Affects the Body
If a seasonal change brings about anxiety, irritability, or various gastric disorders, you should consider taking the necessary precautions to delay or to prevent the onset of these conditions.
Traveling Could Have a Negative Impact on Your Gut Flora
There are a few gut disorders that can occur while you are travelling, but there are ways of preventing them. Learning about why these digestive issues occur may change the way you travel in the future.
Beat the Back-to-School Blues
You can't keep your kids at home to protect them from bacteria and viruses. But you can make their immune systems fighting fit so they can fight off the bad bugs.
The link between a healthy gut and a healthy immune system
Few people know that there is a very strong link between gut health and how well your immune system works. In fact, about 70% of the immune system is housed in the gut.
- Product information Enterogermina 4B
- Ghelardi E, et al. Survival and persistence of Bacillus clausii in the human gastrointestinal tract following oral administration as spore-based probiotic formulation. J Appl Microbiol. 2015;119(2):552-9.
- Abbrescia A, et al. Antibiotic Sensitivity of Bacillus clausii Strains in Commercial Preparation. Clinical Immunology, Endocrine & Metabolic Drugs 2014; 1:102-110
* Nicholas Hall's CHC database, DB6, 2022
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