Protectis

Our intestines are colonised by hundreds of millions of living microorganisms, many of which help us in various biochemical processes such as the breakdown of nutrients (fibre) and the synthesis of substances that the body needs (folic acid, vitamin K). These beneficial bacteria also keep unwanted bacteria under control. Protectis tablets or vials contain Lactobacillus reuteri, a beneficial bacterium that, together with a healthy diet, helps maintain the balance of the intestinal flora.

How does Protectis help with colic in babies?

Although it is a benign and temporary condition in newborns, colic is uncomfortable for both parents and children. As a probiotic, the lactobacilli in Protectis work by supporting the intestinal flora, one of the factors strongly implicated in the onset of colic. For newborns, Protectis colic drops are available in 5 and 10 ml containers. The dose is 5 drops/day in a single dose, providing 100 million live lactic bacteria. The lactobacilli present in Protectis drops are isolated from the breast milk of healthy women.

How Protectis helps the intestinal flora during antibiotic therapy

It has been proven that antibiotic treatment can affect the microbial flora, leading to a decrease in the number of colonies of bacteria beneficial to the body, which can provide pathogenic bacteria with an optimal opportunity to multiply. The combination of Protectis and antibiotics maintains the balance of the intestinal flora, as Lactobacillus reuteri, the beneficial bacterium in Protectis, is resistant to the action of antibiotics.

What is the dose of Protectis for newborns?

It is administered in a single dose of 5 drops per day, which can be taken as is (they have a neutral taste) or with liquids or food, provided that these are not hot.

How long should Protectis be administered to babies?

According to the manufacturer, the supplement can be used from the first days of life and is compatible with long-term administration.

How are Protectis tablets administered?

Protectis chewable tablets (lemon, strawberry and apple flavoured) are administered in a single daily dose of one tablet, with each tablet providing 100 million probiotic bacteria Lactobacillus reuteri, a bacillus derived from breast milk. Protectis chewable tablets + vitamin D3 contain, in addition to the probiotic itself, 10 μg of vitamin D3, which is necessary for supporting immunity and bone mineralisation (in children

How should Protectis be administered during antibiotic therapy?

It is recommended to administer probiotics throughout the entire course of antibiotic therapy and for a period of 10-14 days after the end of the antibiotic treatment. Probiotics should preferably be administered a few hours before the antibiotic and 30 minutes before meals to protect the lactic cultures.

Store in the refrigerator at a temperature of 2-8 degrees Celsius and use within one month of opening. Shake the bottle before use and close it properly between uses.

Protectis can be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as Lactobacillus reuteri is a beneficial bacterium isolated from the breast milk of healthy mothers.

Caution is advised when using probiotics in people with immunodeficiencies, and specialist medical advice should be sought to determine the indication and assess the risk-benefit balance.