Acidophilus from HealthAid helps maintain the balance of intestinal flora when it is disturbed by certain causes: food, antibiotics, diarrhea, contraceptive use, stress, irritable bowel syndrome or candida infection. Acidophilus increases the number of friendly bacteria that compete with pathogens, creating a healthy flora that helps digestion and, consequently, the overall health of the body and the proper functioning of the intestine. With fructooligosaccharides (Prebiotic FOS) for a longer lifespan. ingredients Complex of viable cells Lactobacillus Acidophilus & Bifidobacterium Bifidum Instructions for use Adults and children over 6 years of age: 1 to 3 capsules per day before meals. Also suitable for those who are lactose (milk) intolerant.