VSL 3 Capsule 10.0 capsules in 1 strip

Last Updated: April 10th, 2026

VSL 3 Capsule is a product of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Composition: Live Freeze Dried Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacteria (112.5Billion CFU)

Pack of 10 capsule

₹ 451.88

Note: MRP can vary depending up on batch!

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All Details About VSL 3 Capsule

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about VSL 3 Capsule

Description:

VSL 3 Capsule has good bacteria that have gastrointestinal (GI) protective properties and maintain a healthy digestive tract (stomach and intestines). It is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation) and ulcerative colitis.

VSL 3 Capsule may be taken with or without food. Take it in a dose and for the duration as advised by the doctor. Retain using the medication as directed until your doctor advises you to discontinue it. Consult your doctor if you are taking any other medicine, especially steroids or antibiotics, along with this medicine.

There is limited data on the side effects of VSL 3 Capsule. Let your doctor know if you experience any symptoms while taking the medicine. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or manage the side effects.

Inform your doctor about any existing medical conditions before starting this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before using this medicine to make sure it is safe for them.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. VSL 3 Capsule may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of VSL

Limited data available

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking VSL 3 Capsule.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

VSL 3 Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

SAFE

VSL 3 Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

VSL 3 Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

VSL 3 Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

FAQs:

Is VSL 3 Capsule a probiotic?

Affirmative, VSL 3 Capsule is a probiotic, the opposite of an antibiotic. Probiotics are “good bacteria” that help maintain digestive health and boost the immune system. Generally, probiotics are used in cases where the normal bacteria are killed due to some disease or medicine. For example, taking antibiotics can kill the disease-causing bacteria as well as normal bacteria present in the gastrointestinal tract. Hence, to counter such an imbalance of good bacteria, taking probiotics while you are on antibiotics can help.

Can VSL 3 Capsule cause diarrhea?

Generally, VSL 3 Capsule is considered safe when taken by mouth appropriately. However, in some people, it can cause an upset stomach, which may result in diarrhea, bloating, and flatulence (accumulation of gas).

How long should VSL 3 Capsule be taken?

Usually, full benefits with VSL 3 Capsule can be observed in one month. This is because a minimum of four weeks is required to allow the colonization of the gut by good bacteria to become stable. However, you need to keep a record of whether there is an improvement in your symptoms or not. The dose of the medicine should be taken as recommended by your doctor or the manufacturer.

Can I take antibiotic and probiotic at the same time?

Taking antibiotics along with VSL 3 Capsule might reduce the effectiveness of VSL 3 Capsule. To avoid this interaction, keep a minimum of a 2-hour gap (before or after) between the two.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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