Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for VSL #3 CAP and its Constituents
- 5 Common Side-Effects
- 6 Technical Classification
- 7 Prescription Statistics
- 7.1 How Frequently is it taken?
- 7.2 What was the Dosage Advised?
- 7.3 Directions with respect to food?
- 7.4 How long was it prescribed?
- 7.5 What is the break-up across patient age-group?
- 7.6 What is the gender-breakup across patients?
- 7.7 What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
- 7.8 Most common Medicines advised along-side?
- 7.9 Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
- 8 Available Alternatives for VSL #3 CAP
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Overview
VSL #3 CAP is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.VSL #3 CAP is composed of: BIFIDOBACTERIUM BIFIDUM ( ), LACTIC ACID ( )
This medication is a chemical compound, prescribed for dry skin (Xerosis). The cream works by increasing the water content in the skin making the skin softer.
Usage
LACTIC ACID is generally used to treat: Dermatitis, Dry Skin, Itchy Skin, Ichthyosis VulgarisFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Precautions for VSL #3 CAP and its Constituents
- For external use only.
- Avoid contact with eyes, lips and mucous membranes.
- Take precautions to avoid swallowing lactic acid.
- Avoid application to sensitive, inflamed or irritated skin as a mild stinging, burning or peeling may occur.
- Seek immediate medical attention if you experience irritation or any other symptoms of allergy.• Avoid direct exposure to sun or use protective clothing as lactic acid may increase sensitivity to sun.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- Do not take if allergic to lactic acid or any of its ingredients.
- Sun exposure to area of skin treated with Lactic Acid Creme should be minimized or avoided.
- Wash your hands thoroughly after applying this medication.
Common Side-Effects
LACTIC ACID : Itchy Skin, Skin Irritation, Body Burn, RednessTechnical Classification
LACTIC ACID is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS TOPICAL AGENTS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTSPrescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
| 2 Times Daily | 34% |
| Once Daily | 28% |
| Afternoon | 11% |
| 2 Times Daily (1-0-1) | 10% |
| Morning | 6% |
| 3 Times Daily | 6% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
| 1cap | 96% |
Directions with respect to food?
| After Food | 99% |
How long was it prescribed?
| 5 Days | 58% |
| 10 Days | 15% |
| 7 Days | 11% |
| 3 Days | 7% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
| Below 5yrs | 1% |
| 12 to 18yrs | 2% |
| 18 to 35yrs | 37% |
| 35 to 50yrs | 25% |
| 50 to 60yrs | 12% |
| 60 to 70yrs | 11% |
| 70yrs and above | 11% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
| Females | 49% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
| Physician | 77% |
| Gastroenterologist | 15% |
| Orthopaedist | 5% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
| OFLOX OZ TAB | 16% |
| DROTIN-M TAB | 14% |
| DOLO TAB 650MG | 12% |
Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
| CBC (HEMATOLOGY) | 23% |
| LFT (SCREENING) | 14% |
Available Alternatives for VSL #3 CAP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| VSL #3 CAP | INR 295 for 10 CAPSULES | BIFIDOBACTERIUM BIFIDUM , LACTIC ACID |