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Acidophilus lactobacillus acidophilus a bacterium found in the mouth intestine and vagina is used as a probiotic.
Probiotics are good bacteria that are either the same as or very similar to the bacteria that are already in your body.
Most people will experience nothing at all.
Gas bloating diarrhea indigestion and abdominal pain are the most common side effects.
Those with a known allergy to milk or lactose should avoid acidophilus.
Sometimes you can get round the side effects by taking a more balanced probiotic such as iflora but remember to start slowly.
Some strains can increase histamine levels.
The worst that usually happens when a person starts to take lactobacillus acidophilus is a little bloating or flatulence and it does wear off as your body becomes accustomed to those extra bacteria.
While most people do not experience side effects the most commonly reported.
Amines in probiotic foods may trigger headaches.
Remember most people are not affected at all.
However in patients with abnormal heart valves who have recently experienced dental manipulation endocarditis caused by lactobacillus species has been reported.
More serious acidophilus side effects include allergic reactions.
So the temporary side effects of acidophilus may take the form of bloating diarrhea and flatulence or they may be more flu like or allergenic.
They may cause unpleasant digestive symptoms.
Side effects requiring immediate medical attention cough difficulty with swallowing dizziness fast heartbeat hives itching or rash puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes face lips or tongue tightness in the chest trouble breathing unusual tiredness or weakness.
Likewise those suffering from illness including immunological disorders should talk to their physician before starting a supplement regimen.
Some women who have used acidophilus tablets to treat vaginal infections may have burning in the vagina.
Acidophilus is generally considered safe as it is normally found in the human alimentary tract.
An increase in stomach gas or bloating may occur.
Symptoms such as itching rash hives dizziness or swelling of the lips tongue or face indicate an allergic reaction.