Visbiome Vet Probiotic Caps

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General Drug Information and Indications

High-potency probiotic (Lactobacillus/Bifidobacterium) for IBD, GI dysbiosis, and antibiotic-associated diarrhea in dogs and cats. High-potency multi-strain probiotic blend (8 Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains; 112.5 billion CFU/packet). Mechanism: high-concentration viable bacteria competitively inhibit pathogen adherence; stimulate intestinal secretory IgA; modulate intestinal immune response; restore healthy microbiome composition following dysbiosis, antibiotic therapy, or IBD. Key information High-potency probiotic. Refrigerate. Administer with or without food. Contents of capsule may be sprinkled on food. Safe supplement.

How to Give this Medication

Oral: mix contents of packet into a small amount of food or water; administer immediately. Administer 2 hrs apart from antibiotics. Store refrigerated (2–8°C); do not freeze. If a dose is missed Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If you forget a day, simply resume the normal schedule the next day. Missing an occasional dose of this supplement is unlikely to cause harm.

Side Effects

Generally very well tolerated. GI: initial flatulence, loose stools (as microbiome shifts — transient). Rare: bacteremia/sepsis in severely immunocompromised patients (theoretical — live bacteria).

Precautions

For animals Administer 2 hrs apart from antibiotics. Very high CFU count — use with caution in severely immunocompromised patients. For people handling this medication Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Probiotic — generally safe. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Immunocompromised individuals: consult your doctor before handling high-CFU live bacterial products.

Overdose

Overdose with this supplement is unlikely to cause serious harm at slightly elevated doses, but contact your veterinarian if a large excess was given or if your animal shows any unusual signs.

Visbiome Vet Probiotic Caps dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
VISBIOME VET PROBIOTIC CAPS—Capsule1Commercial

Sources

This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual (merckvetmanual.com); Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)