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Bacillus coagulans/inulin Disease Interactions

There are 3 disease interactions with bacillus coagulans / inulin.

Major

Laxatives (applies to bacillus coagulans/inulin) inflammatory bowel disease

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.

The use of laxatives is contraindicated in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Patients with inflammatory bowel disease may experience colonic perforation with use of stimulant laxatives.

Major

Laxatives (applies to bacillus coagulans/inulin) intestinal obstruction disorders

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Gastrointestinal Obstruction

The use of laxatives is contraindicated in patients with intestinal obstruction disorders. Patients with intestinal obstruction disorders may need their underlying condition treated to correct the constipation. Some laxatives require reduction in the colon to their active form to be effective which may be a problem in patients with intestinal obstruction.

Moderate

Probiotics (applies to bacillus coagulans/inulin) immunosuppression

Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Immunodeficiency

Probiotics, especially those containing lactobacillus, should be used with caution in immunosuppressed patients.

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Bacillus coagulans/inulin drug interactions

There are 350 drug interactions with bacillus coagulans / inulin.


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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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