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lactobacillus LB

Hospital General de Mexico · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Lactobacillus LB is a probiotic bacterium that modulates the gut microbiota and intestinal immune function to promote gastrointestinal health.

Lactobacillus LB is a probiotic bacterium that modulates the gut microbiota and intestinal immune function to promote gastrointestinal health. Used for Gastrointestinal health maintenance, Microbiota restoration.

At a glance

Generic namelactobacillus LB
Also known asLactobacillus fermentum + lactobacillus delbrueckii, lyophilized powder, Lacteol
SponsorHospital General de Mexico
Drug classLive biotherapeutic product / Probiotic
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaGastroenterology / Immunology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

This live biotherapeutic product colonizes the intestinal tract and produces metabolites that support beneficial microbiota composition, enhance intestinal barrier function, and promote local and systemic immune tolerance. By restoring or maintaining healthy microbial balance, it may reduce pathogenic bacterial overgrowth and associated inflammatory responses.

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Key clinical trials

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