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PROBIOTICS
WHAT IS A PROBIOTIC?
Probiotics are live microorganisms (bacteria) that provides
a health benefit. They live naturally in the intestine and are
vitally important for gut health.4,5
Lactobacillus reuteri is a species of lactic acid bacteria,

important for normal gut functions. Lactic acid bacteria
produce lactic acid which helps to stop the overgrowth of bad
bacteria.5
THE PROS OF PROBIOTICS

The Reuterina® Range of Probiotics can be used for a variety
of GUT conditions. Learn here about which conditions1,2,3 you
can use them for.
• functional abdominal pain
HOW DO PROBIOTICS WORK? • vaginal thrush
Probiotics maintain the balance in the gut flora and will have • antibiotic associated diarrhoea
a positive effect on the gut flora patterns.4,6 • immunity building
In fact, many gut disorders occur due to an imbalance in the Research into the cause of babies’ gut problems has shown
normal gut flora, or a lack of diversity in the gut flora.6,7 Illness gut flora to play a crucial role and many studies focus on
or medicines upset the balance ® probiotics restore this probiotic therapy as a treatment for specific conditions
balance.4 affecting the gut, including colic, regurgitation, constipation
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF

and abdominal pain.7,8
PROBIOTICS? Reuterina® has demonstrated many benefits in a variety of

Probiotics have numerous health-promoting activities. 4 conditions in babies, as follows:
Health professionals are increasingly recognising the

beneficial effects of probiotics on our health, as probiotics
play an important role in immunological, digestive and
respiratory functions.4
They also have a significant effect in alleviating infectious

diseases in children as well as other high-risk groups.4
WHAT CAN PROBIOTICS BE USED

FOR?
Probiotics can be used to assist in the treatment and
prevention of conditions linked to an imbalance in the gut
flora. These conditions include, but are not limited to:1,2,3
• colic in babies
• regurgitation in babies
• childhood constipation
• adult constipation
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References: 1. Reuterina® Drops Approved Package Insert, August 2009. 2. Reuterina

Junior® Approved Package Insert, July 2010. 3. Reuterina Daily® Approved Package
Insert, July 2010. 4. Joint FAO/WHO Expert Consultation on Evaluation of Health and
Nutritional Properties of Probiotics in Food including Powder Milk with Live Lactic Acid
WHAT CAN PROBIOTICS BE USED Bacteria, 1-4 October 2001. 5. Eom T-H, et al. The therapeutic effect of Lactobacillus
reuteri in acute diarrhea in infants and toddlers. Korean J Ped 2005;48:986-989. 6. Chau
FOR? K, et al. Probiotics for infantile colic: a randomized double-blind placebo controlled
trial investigating Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938. J Pediatr 2014;166:74-78. 7. Indrio
When choosing a probiotic, ensure it has proven effects in the F, et al. Prophylactic use of a probiotic in the prevention of colic, regurgitation, and
condition(s) you are preventing or treating.4,8,11 functional constipation. A randomised clinical trial. JAMA Pediatr 2014;168:228-233.
8. Savino F, et al. Lactobacillus reuteri (American Type Culture Collection Strain 55730)
Versus Simethicone in the Treatment of Infantile Colic: A Prospective Randomized Study.
The bacteria used in Reuterina® is from the species Am Acad Pediatrics 2007;119:e124. doi:10.1542/peds.2006-1222. 9. Szajewska H, et al.
Lactobacillus reuteri and, specifically, the strain DSM 17938.1,2,3 Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 for the management of infantile colic in breastfed infants:
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. J Pediatr 2013;162:257-262. 10.
This strain has been clinically tested and also proven in more Coccorullo P, et al. Lactobacillus reuteri (DSM 17938) in infants with Functional Chronic
Constipation: A Double-Blind, Randomised, Placebo-controlled study. The Journal of
than 120 clinical trials. It is sold commercially in more than 90 Paediatrics 2010;157(4):598-602. 11. Weizman Z, et al. Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938
countries worldwide.13 for the management of functional abdominal pain in childhood: a randomized, double-
blind, placebo-controlled trial. J Pediatr 2016;174:160-164. 12. Gutierrez-Castrellon P, et
al. Diarrhea in Preschool Children and Lactobacillus reuteri: A Randomized Controlled
Trial. Pediatrics 2014;133:e904–e909. Data on File. 13. Data on File.
HOW IS REUTERINA® TAKEN?

The Reuterina® range can be used across all ages and is easy
to use.1,2,3
DROPS: Babies and children can take five (5) drops once
per day. It can be dropped straight into the mouth or onto a
spoon.1
JUNIOR chewable tablets: Children older than 2 years should

chew one tablet daily, or as directed by your healthcare
professional.2
DAILY chewable tablets: Adults and children older than 2

years of age should chew one tablet daily, or as directed by
your healthcare professional.3
SUITABILITY OF USE
Probiotics are essential for gut health.5,11,12 Their safety profile
makes them a good option for the treatment of a variety of
gut conditions.8
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PROBIOTICS

Lactobacillus reuteri is a species of lactic acid bacteria,

THE PROS OF PROBIOTICS

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF

PROBIOTICS? Reuterina® has demonstrated many benefits in a variety of

Health professionals are increasingly recognising the

They also have a significant effect in alleviating infectious

WHAT CAN PROBIOTICS BE USED

To view a free digital version of this

References: 1. Reuterina® Drops Approved Package Insert, August 2009. 2. Reuterina

HOW IS REUTERINA® TAKEN?

JUNIOR chewable tablets: Children older than 2 years should

DAILY chewable tablets: Adults and children older than 2

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