Colostrum+lactoferrin
About Colostrum+lactoferrin
Colostrum+lactoferrin belongs to a class of medications called nutritional supplements used to boost immunity and protect the body from various infections caused by virus, bacteria, and fungus. An infection occurs when a microorganism enters the body and cause harm.
Colostrum+lactoferrin is a combination of Colostrum and Lactoferrin (protein). Colostrum strengthens the immune system and helps the body to fight various disease-causing agents. It is rich in antibodies that fight bacteria and viruses and treat different types of infections. Lactoferrin is a protein that helps to regulate the absorption of iron into the body from the intestine. Thereby, it helps to treat low levels of iron in pregnant women and prevent blood infection in premature infants.
Take Colostrum+lactoferrin as advised by your doctor. Colostrum+lactoferrin is usually safe and does not cause any side effects. However, if taken in high doses, you may experience tiredness, constipation, or diarrhoea. These side effects generally do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult a doctor.
If you are allergic to Colostrum+lactoferrin or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing woman, please consult a doctor before taking Colostrum+lactoferrin. You are advised to give Colostrum+lactoferrin to children only if advised by a doctor. You are recommended to drink plenty of water to flush out the bacteria.
Uses of Colostrum+lactoferrin
Medicinal Benefits
Colostrum+lactoferrin contains Colostrum and Lactoferrin. Colostrum strengthens the immune system and helps the body to fight various disease-causing agents. It is rich in antibodies that fight bacteria and viruses and treat different types of infections. Also, Colostrum improves gut (gastrointestinal tract) health. Lactoferrin is a protein that helps to regulate the absorption of iron into the body from the intestine. Thereby, it helps to treat low levels of iron in pregnant women and prevent blood infection in premature infants. Additionally, Lactoferrin possesses antibacterial and antiviral properties and thus, protects the body from infections.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Colostrum+lactoferrin
Diarrhoea
- Tiredness
- Constipation
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Colostrum+lactoferrin or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Colostrum+lactoferrin. You are recommended to avoid taking Colostrum+lactoferrin if you are allergic to milk or milk products. Colostrum+lactoferrin should be used in children only if advised by a doctor. You are recommended to drink plenty of water to flush out the bacteria.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diarrhoea, inform your doctor before taking Colostrum+lactoferrin.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of alcohol with Colostrum+lactoferrin is unknown.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether Colostrum+lactoferrin is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
safeColostrum+lactoferrin usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionTake Colostrum+lactoferrin with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Colostrum+lactoferrin with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionColostrum+lactoferrin should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Drink plenty of water to flush out the bacteria.
Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as brown rice, and whole-grain bread should be included in your diet.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.
Fungal infection: It is a disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may affect the skin and spread into bones, tissues, organs, or the whole body. It may be contagious (spread from one person to another). The symptoms of a fungal infection include skin rash, darkening of the skin, peeling, itching, deformed toenail, or vaginal discharge.
Viral infection: It is the multiplication of harmful viruses inside the body. The symptoms of viral infection include fever, sore throat, cough, headache, aches and pains, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, sneezing, runny nose, or nasal congestion.
FAQs
Colostrum+lactoferrin is used to boost immunity and protect the body from various infections.
Colostrum+lactoferrin contains Colostrum and Lactoferrin. Colostrum strengthens the immune system and helps the body to fight various disease-causing agents. It is rich in antibodies that fight bacteria and viruses and treat different types of infections. Lactoferrin is a protein that helps to regulate the absorption of iron into the body from the intestine. Thereby, it helps to treat low levels of iron in pregnant women and prevent blood infection in premature infants. Also, Lactoferrin possesses antibacterial and antiviral properties and thus, protects the body from infections.
Colostrum+lactoferrin helps to restore the good bacteria of the gut and also contains growth factors that support the growth of gut-friendly bacteria. It has some prebiotic effects that improve gut-friendly bacteria. However, if you have diarrhoea, please consult a doctor before taking Colostrum+lactoferrin.
Colostrum+lactoferrin contains Lactoferrin, a protein that helps to regulate the absorption of iron into the body from the intestine. Thereby, it helps to treat low levels of iron in pregnant women.
Colostrum+lactoferrin may cause constipation if taken in high doses. Therefore, it is advised to use Colostrum+lactoferrin in doses as recommended by a doctor. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.